Pep Talks: My Career Journey in Canada | Your Host, Kate

LIVE: Moving to Canada Party | Career + Social Life: Recently, I hosted a live online event, my ‘Moving to Canada’ party! Not only was it SO much fun to meet and get to know you all in person, but it was also PACKED with so much value. It seemed crazy not to publish it here on the show for you all... by The New to Canada Podcast

64 min listen

Mental Health After a Move | Gabriela from Chile: Let’s dive deep into the darker side of moving abroad… When you move to a new country, your mental health isn’t really your first priority. You’ve got immigration paperwork to complete, accommodation to find, and job searching to do…... by The New to Canada Podcast

44 min listen

British Pensions Abroad | Ian from England: If you’ve ever worked in the United Kingdom (no matter what nationality you are), you have paid into the UK State Pension. Once you move away, say to Canada, you might think that those payments are simply lost, or like me, you’re unsure what can... by The New to Canada Podcast

37 min listen

Building Wealth in Canada | Tomisin from Nigeria: If you’re inspired by “money mindset” podcasts, this is the episode for you! There comes a time in your immigration journey when you’ll start looking to the future and thinking about how to build your wealth in Canada long-term. This... by The New to Canada Podcast

50 min listen

Indigenous Peoples of Canada | Danielle & Jamie-Leigh from RAVEN Trust: As new residents and citizens of Canada, it is so important for us to learn about and become allies for its Indigenous Peoples. First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples have been living in what is now Canada for thousands of years, and they each have... by The New to Canada Podcast

44 min listen

Canada's Luckiest Newcomer | Hannibal from the Philippines: Imagine moving across the world and, on a whim, entering an online contest called Canada’s Luckiest Newcomer… Now imagine getting the phone call that you’ve actually WON, out of thousands of entrants, and a bundle of life-changing prizes... by The New to Canada Podcast

32 min listen

Camping Tips | Audrey from Parks Canada: Searching for some camping tips as you head out into Canada’s National Parks this summer? Look no further! This episode’s guest, Audrey Levesque, is a Canadian camping expert who has worked with for over 20 years. Canada’s diverse NATURE is one... by The New to Canada Podcast

57 min listen

My Birth + Postpartum Story | Kate, Your Host: I'm back on the mic and officially a MOTHER to 8-week-old Sienna Joy - and what a whirlwind it has been... Tune in to this episode to hear exactly what went down (11 days overdue, multiple induction procedures, failed epidurals, doctor unavailable due... by The New to Canada Podcast

44 min listen

Unlock Canada | Roberto from Mexico: Roberto was just 18 years old when he moved from Mexico to Canada to be an international student. 17 years later, he’s built a successful career and family life in Canada and he's here to share with us the ups and downs of his journey. Today,... by The New to Canada Podcast

49 min listen

Pregnancy in Canada | Ashley from Scotland: This episode’s guest is Ashley from Glasgow, Scotland, who moved to Burlington, Ontario in 2019. Ashley’s son was born in Scotland - Shortly followed by the birth of her daughter here in Canada. As she’s experienced both, Ashley is here to... by The New to Canada Podcast

60 min listen

Self-Doubt and Resilience | Brenda from Kenya: Newcomers often arrive in Canada full of confidence that they’ll soon find a job in their field and thrive in their new home… Unfortunately, it isn’t always that simple. The Canadian job search can be notoriously challenging and many immigrants... by The New to Canada Podcast

47 min listen

Workplace Culture in Canada | Lindsay from the USA: Ever wondered what the workplace culture in Canada is like? Turns out that there can be a lot of unexpected differences to get your head around when you first start your career here. From the amount of paid time off you are entitled to, to... by The New to Canada Podcast

34 min listen

Small vs. Big Cities in Canada | Mustafa from Pakistan: Are you wondering what it’s like to live in small vs. big cities in Canada? Look no further than this episode’s guest, Mustafa from Pakistan. In this episode, he shares his experience of being an international student at Queen’s University and... by The New to Canada Podcast

53 min listen

Moving to Vancouver Island | Emme from England: Dreaming of moving to Vancouver Island? I don’t blame you! We have all seen the stunning ocean and mountain landscapes that British Colombia has to offer… This episode’s guest, Emme, is originally from Yorkshire in England and moved to Toronto... by The New to Canada Podcast

63 min listen

Pep Talks: What NOT to Do When Your Move Abroad | Your Host, Kate: Join me as I share another of my passionate pep talks! This time, the topic is: Self-Sabotage. I'm sharing 5 behaviours and mindsets to avoid after moving abroad that could be setting back your progress and hindering your whole experience. You might... by The New to Canada Podcast

18 min listen

Series 3 Reunion Episode | Kate, Elizabeth, Harisha and Mike: In this episode, I am reunited with poll winners Elizabeth from Colombia (), Harisha from India (), and Mike from Brazil () for a fun end of Series 3 get together. Get ready to laugh along with us as we share 2 truths, 1 lie about our native... by The New to Canada Podcast

65 min listen

Job Search Tips | Hugo from Ireland: Looking for some job search tips? Luckily, this episode’s guest knows all about how best to navigate the Canadian job market! Hugo O’Doherty is originally from Ireland and he moved to Montreal in 2011. He is also a Product Manager at... by The New to Canada Podcast

58 min listen

Canadian Citizenship | Larry from Butkowsky Immigration Law: Congratulations! Canadian Citizenship is the final step in your immigration journey… That passport will feel SO good when you finally have it in your hands. If you think you’re ready to start your application, this episode’s guest, Canadian... by The New to Canada Podcast

43 min listen

Brazilian to Canadian Culture | Mike from Brazil: In 2016, Mike decided to abandon his Law career in Brazil to start a new adventure in Toronto. Fast forward to today, he’s now living an entirely different and unexpected life! He is a successful entrepreneur, has built a cool online community of... by The New to Canada Podcast

53 min listen

Peace by Chocolate | Tareq from Syria: Sometimes a story comes along that every person on earth should hear - The story of Tareq Hadhad and his family is one of them. A once displaced Syrian refugee, Tareq is now a Canadian CEO and a public speaker who tours the country to inspire... by The New to Canada Podcast

58 min listen

Pre-Arrival + Life in Manitoba | Diane from Prairie Relocation: Thinking of moving to Manitoba? When choosing which Canadian province to move to, it can be easy to focus on the most popular ones (e.g. British Colombia or Ontario...) Instead, I bring you this episode’s wonderful guest, Diane Bergman, who was born... by The New to Canada Podcast

49 min listen

The Power of Volunteering | Lina from Egypt: Volunteering in Canada when you’re a newcomer has so many benefits, including meeting new people, building your resume and learning new social norms. This episode’s guest, Lina Sobhy, would not be where she is today in her career without it. She... by The New to Canada Podcast

66 min listen

Making Maple Syrup | Yvonne from CLOCA: Ever wondered how maple syrup is actually made here in Canada? This episode is my very first LIVE on-site tour and interview recording! Come and join me as I speak with Yvonne Storm from the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA), as she... by The New to Canada Podcast

43 min listen

Finding Your Passion | Zara from Armenia: Please note:This interview was recorded on January 26, 2022 before the Russian invasion of Ukraine was announced to the world. This episode’s guest, Zara Bagramian, was born in Armenia but moved to Kyiv, Ukraine with her family when she was one year... by The New to Canada Podcast

48 min listen

Sports in Canada | Jack from Wales: If you’ve grown up religiously following your country’s chosen national sports, it can be a real culture shock when you move to a new country where those sports just aren’t as popular… Enter this episode’s guest, Jack Tanetta from Wales,... by The New to Canada Podcast

45 min listen

A Child's Perspective | Emilia from Honduras: Want to know what it’s like to move to a new country as a young child? Emilia was just 11 years old when her parents decided to move their family from Honduras to Canada. Host, Kate, moved from England to France when she was just 13 years old.... by The New to Canada Podcast

51 min listen

Introducing: The New to Canada Podcast: The New to Canada podcast is a place for internationals from around the world to share their honest, real-life experience of moving to Canada. The host, Kate Johnson, went backpacking solo around South-East Asia in 2016 and met a dashing Canadian...... by The New to Canada Podcast

1 min listen

Loving Your Accent | Elizabeth from Colombia: If English is your second language and you’ve recently moved to an English-speaking country, this is the episode for you! I’m joined by the wonderful Elizabeth who moved from Colombia to Canada in 2016. She chats with us about her experience with... by The New to Canada Podcast

42 min listen

The Immigrant Mindset | Alena from Russia: Immigrants. Are. Awesome. We are adventurous, adaptable, ambitious, community-driven, and naturally entrepreneurial. As the Harvard Business Review wrote in one of their articles, the immigrant mindset is one to STRIVE for in order to advance your... by The New to Canada Podcast

49 min listen

From Pizza Delivery to Engineering | Malek from Jordan: What if “starting your career from scratch” after moving to Canada doesn’t have to be a bad thing? This episode’s guest has a truly inspiring knack for looking at every job as a learning opportunity and doing whatever it takes to succeed.... by The New to Canada Podcast

49 min listen

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