Jun 30, 2025
From navigating visa systems and language tests to discovering culture shock, snow, and maple syrup, this episode brings you the unfiltered experiences of Prithika from India and Domonick from Turks & Caicos. Both young immigrants recount their journeys to Canada with honesty, humor, and heart and also sharing what it felt like to leave everything familiar behind in search of a better future. From embassy interviews to airport anxiety, from unexpected quarantines in Serbia to the thrill of arriving in a new country, they offer a behind-the-scenes look at what immigration really demands mentally, financially, and emotionally.
Through stories of studying abroad, immigration paperwork, housing struggles, and forging community, you'll gain real insight into what it truly means to start over in a new country. They open up about the pressure to succeed, and the little victories that come with building a life on your own terms. Whether you’re planning a move or just love authentic immigrant stories, this episode is a heartfelt, eye-opening journey through resilience, hope, and reinvention.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- The real process of moving to Canada on study and work visas
- How immigration pathways differ based on citizenship and education
- First-hand accounts of culture shock, housing challenges, and emotional resilience
- The value of community support when starting from zero
- Unexpected experiences with English-language testing
- The truth behind Canada’s “free” healthcare
- How to transition from temporary status to permanent residency or citizenship
- Navigating Canadian cities—from chaotic Toronto to quiet Kingston
- How immigration shapes creativity, ambition, and personal identity
- The cost (and courage) of chasing a better life abroad
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