Immigration in Canada of various perspectives - Hiromi

The following story is fictional, but it is based on a collage of factual information.

Employee 

I used factual information from these articles.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/careers/stories.html

https://experli.com/my-story-of-employment-in-canada/

My name is Michelle Larson, born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. My mother is Cree from Fox Lake First Nation, and my father is of Scandinavian and German descent. I’ve worked with the Government of Canada since 2010, starting at the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and later joining IRCC in both Citizenship and Settlement Services.

Seeing newcomers take the citizenship oath always moved me. As an Indigenous person, I believe it’s vital for immigrants to feel welcome and to learn about Indigenous history, including residential schools.

Now, I run a small café and craft shop in Winnipeg called Northern Roots, where I prioritize hiring newcomers. They bring incredible resilience, diverse experiences, and a strong drive to succeed. While there can be challenges—like language barriers—the benefits far outweigh them.

My goal is to one day become a leader within IRCC, representing Indigenous voices and serving as a positive example for both First Nations communities and immigrants alike.

Immigrants worker

I used factual information from these articles.

My Last Ten Years as an Immigrant to Canada and Working at an Immigration Museum | Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada.html

My name is Aline Ndayishimiye, and I moved to Halifax from Burundi in 2007. I left behind my large, loving family and a homeland facing political instability. Starting over was hard—I had to learn a new language, culture, and how to live without those I love most.

But with time, I found purpose. I opened Ubuntu Coffee House, named after the African philosophy that means “I am because we are.” My café is more than a business—it’s a community. I hire fellow immigrants, giving them their first start in Canada, just as I once needed.

There were challenges: language barriers, cultural differences, and adapting to Canadian winters! But the rewards have been greater. Every day I see people grow in confidence, find stability, and feel at home.

Today, I’m a Canadian citizen, a proud mother, and an advocate for newcomer support. I still miss Burundi—but here in Halifax, I’ve created something meaningful. Canada gave me a second chance.