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EPISODE · May 8, 2025 · 47 MIN

PGWP Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Job in Canada + Life Lessons from 2 Immigrants

from Our Immigration Stories - As Told By Canadian Immigrants · host Kristina McPherson

PGWP restrictions in Canada are costing newcomers jobs, and most don’t realize it until it’s too late. In this episode of Our Immigration Stories, I explain how these hidden conditions are affecting international graduates and work permit holders across Canada.You’ll also meet two incredible immigrants at different stages of their journey. Jillian, who just became a Canadian citizen, and Siyona, a PGWP holder with a refreshing mindset about permanent residency and purpose.This is for you if you're a PGWP holder, international student, or temporary resident trying to make sense of work, immigration changes, and your next move in Canada.🎥 Watch, comment, and let me know — what do you wish you knew before coming to Canada?If this video was helpful to you please HIT THE LIKE BUTTON.THANKS FOR WATCHING - REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE!LINKS YOU NEED!🔥 Join the Private Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course - https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultanthttps://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/aboutCHAPTERS0:00 - Dear Work Permit Holders & International Students in Canada1:38 - PGWP & Open Work Permit Restrictions That Can Cost You Your Job & PR10:53 - From India & Philippines - Why They Chose Canada - Their Immigration Journeys17:48 - From India to Canada - How did she prepare & apply to Study18:34 - She Thought about leaving Canada before becoming a Canadian Citizen21:55 - Mistakes International Students & Work Permit Holders are Making25:02 - Emotional Toll of the Immigration Journey30:19 - The Weather is Different in Different Canadian Cities31:02 - She Thought of Giving Up31:49 - How to Transition from School to the Canadian Workforce33:54 - Networking in Canada: Tips That Worked for Them38:39 - Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming to Canada44:55 - Words of advice to Canadian Immigrants#PGWP #WorkPermitCanada #CanadianImmigration #InternationalStudentsCanada #ImmigrantStories #OurImmigrationStories #CanadaPR #NewcomersCanada #AsToldByCanadianImmigrants

PGWP restrictions in Canada are costing newcomers jobs, and most don’t realize it until it’s too late. In this episode of Our Immigration Stories, I explain how these hidden conditions are affecting international graduates and work permit holders across Canada.You’ll also meet two incredible immigrants at different stages of their journey. Jillian, who just became a Canadian citizen, and Siyona, a PGWP holder with a refreshing mindset about permanent residency and purpose.This is for you if you're a PGWP holder, international student, or temporary resident trying to make sense of work, immigration changes, and your next move in Canada.🎥 Watch, comment, and let me know — what do you wish you knew before coming to Canada?If this video was helpful to you please HIT THE LIKE BUTTON.THANKS FOR WATCHING - REMEMBER TO SUBSCRIBE!LINKS YOU NEED!🔥 Join the Private Community & Get the Navigating the New Landscape of Canadian Immigration Course - https://www.skool.com/as-told-by-canadian-immigrants-4712/about?ref=36b5a4a80c7c4d1eb25c82f5e234e3c3🚨 Talk to an Immigration Consultanthttps://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/consultant📩 Join our free email list to stay connected - https://www.astoldbycanadianimmigrants.com/aboutCHAPTERS0:00 - Dear Work Permit Holders & International Students in Canada1:38 - PGWP & Open Work Permit Restrictions That Can Cost You Your Job & PR10:53 - From India & Philippines - Why They Chose Canada - Their Immigration Journeys17:48 - From India to Canada - How did she prepare & apply to Study18:34 - She Thought about leaving Canada before becoming a Canadian Citizen21:55 - Mistakes International Students & Work Permit Holders are Making25:02 - Emotional Toll of the Immigration Journey30:19 - The Weather is Different in Different Canadian Cities31:02 - She Thought of Giving Up31:49 - How to Transition from School to the Canadian Workforce33:54 - Networking in Canada: Tips That Worked for Them38:39 - Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming to Canada44:55 - Words of advice to Canadian Immigrants#PGWP #WorkPermitCanada #CanadianImmigration #InternationalStudentsCanada #ImmigrantStories #OurImmigrationStories #CanadaPR #NewcomersCanada #AsToldByCanadianImmigrants

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