I couldn’t see a future as a gay man in Indonesia, so I sought asylum in Canada
In Toronto, I found a new purpose running an Indonesian restaurant
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My Arrival
I always felt uncertain about my future in the U.K. I finally found my home in Calgary.
After moving to three continents, I settled down in Alberta
I’ve been waiting five years for my parents to join me in Canada
"It was a big blow to see the broken system derail so many lives"
As a kid, I was the main translator for my immigrant parents. It wasn’t easy.
“I dealt with bank statements and insurance papers, paid hydro bills and translated during doctor visits.”
I left Nigeria as a teenager. Toronto was the perfect place to launch my career.
“The people here are open-minded. I’m always going to art and fashion shows and concerts.”
I struggled as an international student. My YouTube channel helps others avoid the same fate
I was unprepared when I came to Canada. I want others to avoid the same fate.
I felt at home in Vancouver. Seeing the water and mountains reminded me of Kathmandu.
After three years apart, my partner and I finally reunited in Canada
I saw the devastation of climate change in Pakistan. Something needed to be done here too.
Canada is a leader in green energy. I hope more immigrants will come to help realize our goals.
I moved from Ecuador to Canada for a tech career—and found community in salsa dancing
“You can never be sad or mad when you’re dancing”
As a woman, I had no opportunities in Japan. My world opened up when I got to Canada.
“I never once felt celebrated as a woman in Japan”