Hi there, it’s Uylander. If you’ve been paying attention to the news, you may have noticed that immigration is a hot topic in Canada these days. With frequent changes and uncertainties, it can feel overwhelming. However, today’s blog post will focus on practical steps immigrants can take to resettle as quickly as possible. Let’s face […]
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Hi there, it’s Uylander. As my daughter drives off to take on another year of university, I can’t help but be reminded that it’s the beginning of a new academic year. A year of promise. Like my daughter, countless young and eager students embark on the journey of higher education each semester. How can we
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Hi there, it’s Uylander. Imagine arriving in a new country just as the school year begins—everything unfamiliar, from the weather to the daily routines. You miss your friends, coworkers, and family. Your kids are having a challenge adjusting to the new country and culture, plus they must make friends. Yikes! Let’s look at some ways
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Hi there, it’s Uylander. Remember the last time your child complained about being bored just as you settled down with a cup of coffee or tea? Let’s turn those moments into opportunities for fun and learning! Plant a Garden There is no better life skill to teach your child than planting. By planting a garden,
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Hi there, it’s Uylander. Tax season is an annual event that can either induce stress or serve as an opportunity for financial empowerment. Regardless of your feelings towards taxes, it’s crucial to navigate this period with intentionality to optimize your financial well-being. Here are some practical tips to help you make themost out of tax
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https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-dipyg-156be51 In this episode, International Author and Financial Literacy teacher Jay Falcone and I discuss his latest book and the upcoming Financial Literacy Program hosted by the Multicultural Association of Wood Buffalo. Wood Buffalo residents – Get a free copy of the book. Send an email to intentionalimmigrants@gmail.com and tell me how the book would
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Hi there, it’s Uylander. If you’ve ever felt like time is slipping through your fingers, you’re not alone. I recently had a profound moment when I realized that my first daughter had moved away to university. It feels like just yesterday she was exploring the University of the West Indies campus, and now she’s making
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Hi there, it’s Uylander. Several years ago, when I was completing my Office Administration diploma, I attended a conference where Leachim Semaj reminded us that the world is ever-changing. During that time, technological advancements were taking place alongside the economic instability of FINSAC in Jamaica.. There is a saying, “The only constant is change.” Leachim
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Hi there, it’s Uylander. In a previous blog post, I wrote about job search for immigrants and some challenges that they experience when seeking employment in their area of expertise. It may be essential to take that first job in the fast food industry while you are waiting for something better to come along. Let’s
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Hi there, it’s Uylander. Upon immigrating, is it wise to take the first job or wait until a position becomes available in your area of expertise? Immigrants want to enter the workforce upon immigrating to a new country. Let me share a story; I recently spoke with a friend who immigrated to Canada over ten
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Hi there, it’s Uylander. At the beginning of the winter semester, many students arrive to start classes in Canada. It was interesting to note that most were coming from countries with tropical climates. As I reflected on this fact, I realize that as immigrants coming from a tropical climate, taking care of our health takes
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Hi there, it’s Uylander. Happy New Year! Have you ever felt like you were stuck in a rut? For many of us, it’s an ongoing cycle each year – where we feel stuck. This feeling of being stuck is an unwelcome feeling which we would rather not experience. We start each year with a list
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As immigrants coming into a new country, there is so much to learn and experience daily. Some of us are accustomed to relaxing on sunny beaches and complaining about the temperature being too hot. We have now shifted to the other extreme. One where we complain that the temperature is too cold, and we are
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Culture is something that we often take for granted. Just like the air we breathe; we are not aware of its importance until it is threatened. We are not aware that our intake of air is threatened until we have difficulty breathing. Think of the last time that you were stuffy because of a cold.
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I want to say thank you so very much for keeping my company throughout 2021. The past two (2) years have been difficult for all of us. We have experienced the death or illness of loved ones. We have experienced separation and loneliness. We have experienced loss so undeniably painful. The landscape around us has
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What would your future look like, if you knew you could not fail? I remember when I was going to primary school. In grades 3-6, you had to write a story. The title of the story was “Myself as a …………………… ” blank. You as the student had to fill in the blank portion. What
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Hi there, it’s Uylander. Happy New Year to you and your family. I wish you the best of everything good for 2025. As we look forward to 2025, I want to encourage you to keep making those goals and working towards them. Baby steps, putting one foot in front of the other. I can’t wait
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Hey there, it’s Uylander! Can you believe it’s already December? Time really does fly! Now that the US elections are behind us, we can all take a deep breath and focus on what’s ahead. I hope you’ve been crushing the goals you set for yourself earlier this year—remember, progress is made in baby steps! For
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