19 Days film follows refugee families in Calgary

Canadian Immigrant presents National Film Board films on immigration and diversity The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) is a federal cultural agency within the portfolio of the Canadian Heritage Department. Its mission is to provide, through film, “new perspectives on Canada and the world from Canadian points of view” — and immigrant voices have […]

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Part 10: Develop your soft skills at simpler jobs

In this new exclusive 10-part webcast series for Canadian Immigrant, Iranian-born Iman Aghay offers his strategies for immigrant success. In Part 1o, he talks about developing your soft skills after immigrating to Canada, including at simpler, entry-level jobs. Iman Aghay’s Strategies for Immigrant Success Part 1: Communication is a skill Part 2: Dos and don’ts of small talk […]

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Part 9: Network at industry-specific events

In this new exclusive 10-part webcast series for Canadian Immigrant, Iranian-born Iman Aghay offers his strategies for immigrant success. In Part 9, he emphasizes the importance of networking at industry-specific events. Iman Aghay’s Strategies for Immigrant Success Part 1: Communication is a skill Part 2: Dos and don’ts of small talk Part 3:   Overcoming the fear of rejection […]

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Part 8:  Focus on companies you want to work for

In this new exclusive 10-part webcast series for Canadian Immigrant, Iranian-born Iman Aghay offers his strategies for immigrant success. In Part 8, he talks about focusing on companies you want to work for when you’re in job search mode. Iman Aghay’s Strategies for Immigrant Success Part 1: Communication is a skill Part 2: Dos and don’ts of small talk […]

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Part 7:  Build your credit history

In this new exclusive 10-part webcast series for Canadian Immigrant, Iranian-born Iman Aghay offers his strategies for immigrant success. In Part 7, he shares tips on an important financial strategy for success in Canada — building up your credit history. Iman Aghay’s Strategies for Immigrant Success Part 1: Communication is a skill Part 2: Dos and don’ts of […]

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Part 6:  Build your credibility and do what it takes

In this new exclusive 10-part webcast series for Canadian Immigrant, Iranian-born Iman Aghay offers his strategies for immigrant success. In Part 6, he talks about building credibility and doing what it takes to succeed in your career. Iman Aghay’s Strategies for Immigrant Success Part 1: Communication is a skill Part 2: Dos and don’ts of small talk Part […]

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Part 5: How to handle information interviews

In this new exclusive 10-part webcast series for Canadian Immigrant, Iranian-born Iman Aghay offers his strategies for immigrant success. In Part 5, he shares tips on how to handle an information interview in your job search. Iman Aghay’s Strategies for Immigrant Success Part 1: Communication is a skill Part 2: Dos and don’ts of small talk Part 3: […]

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Part 4:  Get comfortable in your new environment

In this new exclusive 10-part webcast series for Canadian Immigrant, Iranian-born Iman Aghay offers his strategies for immigrant success. In Part 4, he shares tips on getting comfortable in your new country and city —  your new environment! Iman Aghay’s Strategies for Immigrant Success Part 1: Communication is a skill Part 2: Dos and don’ts of small talk […]

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