For Hafasa Issa, transitioning to the Canadian workforce as a newcomer from Afghanistan came with significant challenges. Despite her strong academic background and experience as a Human Rights Officer, she struggled to gain recognition for her international qualifications in Canada. “As a newcomer from Afghanistan, I faced a lot of challenges when trying to find […]
With extensive experience in IT, network systems, and cybersecurity, Husam Yasin arrived in Canada eager to continue his career. However, like many internationally educated professionals, he faced challenges in understanding local hiring processes, adapting to workplace culture, and building a professional network from scratch. “I knew I had the technical skills, but I needed to […]
When Isnalvis Perez Lopez arrived in Canada, she faced an immediate and overwhelming challenge - a limited command of the English language. As a psychologist in her home country, communication had always been at the core of her work, making it especially difficult to adjust to this new reality. “I joined the IEP program because […]
When Yong Cheol Kim arrived in Canada, he faced common challenges that many newcomers experience—a lack of Canadian work experience, communication barriers, and difficulty building a professional network. Determined to establish himself in the job market, he turned to the IEP Foundation Bridging Program at York University. “The reason why I applied to the IEP […]
Iuliia Sliusar came to Canada with a decade of HR experience in Dubai’s multicultural business environment, but she quickly realized that the Canadian job market required a different approach. “When I arrived in Canada, I quickly realized that this country has its own unique flavor and mentality, different from anywhere else I had lived before,” […]
Tetiana Kovalenko arrived in Canada determined to restart her career but quickly encountered challenges in navigating the job market. “I joined the IEP Bridging Program because I wanted to restart my career in Canada and needed help to understand the job market,” she explains. Like many newcomers, she faced obstacles such as the lack of […]
When Ali Faisal moved to Canada in May 2024, he was eager to establish himself in his field as a data scientist and educator. With a Master’s degree in data science and years of experience as a data scientist and university-level instructor, Ali already had a solid technical foundation. However, like many newcomers, he faced […]
When Pavlo Trush moved to Canada, he quickly realized that securing a job as a newcomer came with challenges. Despite his strong background in software development, he faced two major hurdles: the demand for Canadian experience and the local IT market’s technology preferences. “Most employers prefer people who have some experience or education in Canada. […]
When Maryna Chahan moved to Canada from Ukraine, she brought with her extensive experience in financial analysis, business operations, and project management. However, despite her strong background, she faced a common challenge among internationally educated professionals - adapting to the Canadian job market. “I joined the IEP program to gain a better understanding of the […]
When Anatoli Kaddu arrived in Canada, he, like many internationally educated professionals, faced challenges in finding employment and understanding the local job market. Seeking guidance and clarity, he turned to the IEP Foundation Bridging Program. Through the program, Anatoli gained valuable insights into the Canadian employment setting and the business environment, preparing him for job […]