My experience with Boris was both pleasant and efficient.  He was proactive and had already undertaken some volunteer work in his field of expertise when he and I became protégé and mentor.  I answered his general job search questions as best I could, suggested additional methods of developing and tapping into his network to mine out opportunities, forwarded his resume to a few contacts, and put him in touch with a individual in the same line of work, from a neighbouring country to his, also new to Canada and who had found work.  I could tell he was busy as his emails were less frequent, and behold, he suddenly had three part-time jobs, miles apart (but he wasn't complaining!) but in his field of expertise.  So I know he's on his way, having broken the Canadian experience barrier!

Tanya's Success Story

I was feeling great when Tanya at last got her work placement. The best of all she will have a Canadian experience, which is one of the most important support for the future of newcomers or students.

From our mentor/protege relationship, we both learned from each other We shared our experiences and often its become our great discussion tools. Listening, sharing and telling her with respect that I can feel her difficulties as a newcomer build our relation as a mentor/protege stronger. Yet, I let her to make her own choice and decision.

I envy her believe to stay firm in this difficult time as Canadian unemployment still consider high and for this matter I believe that Canadainfonet is one of her best support she ever has.

Well Brigid, that's one of my best feeling that I could help other. And for my holidays wish this year;  "I wish, I will always have time helping others."