Remember those high school Civics & Careers classes when your teacher asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” and you had no idea? Fast forward to now, perhaps after a career path or two, you feel stuck again. That’s where Centre for Skills Development can help. 

Want to chat in English with other Newcomers to Canada? Join Our Newcomer Conversation Circles! Come join us in person at our local libraries in Burlington and Oakville! This is a wonderful opportunity for newcomers to connect with more experienced Newcomers. Share your experiences with other newcomers to Canada, practice your English conversation skills, and learn more about Canadian culture and community in a friendly environment.

When professionals immigrate to Canada, they are taking a calculated risk that giving up their lives in their home countries will eventually pay off with a better life for their families. After a few months of breathing in the fresh air and settling into their new communities, reality sets in.

Canada is an increasingly expensive place to live, so the pressure to find a job sooner than later becomes a priority. But their confidence starts to fade when they realize how different Canada is from their home country.