CANADA STUDENT NETWORK
Welcome to the CANADA STUDENT NETWORK Podcast – where students connect, share, and grow. We’re here to bring you real stories from students making their way in Vancouver – from discovering campus life to finding the coolest spots in the city. Whether you’re starting fresh, figuring things out, or just looking for some relatable advice, this is your space to feel inspired and connected. Join us as we explore what it really means to be a student in Vancouver.
Episodes
From Philosophy to Business: Charlie’s Story of Struggles, Study Hacks, and Finding Community in BC 📚💡🍁
What’s it really like balancing studies, housing stress, and student life across two cities in British Columbia? In this episode of the CANADA STUDENT NETWORK Podcast, we meet Charlie — an UVic grad in Philosophy and Computer Science, now studying Business at BCIT — who shares how he overcame academic burnout, housing chall...
From MBA to Uber Eats: Nazmus’s Story of Hustle, Resilience, and Student Life in Vancouver 💼🚴♂️🍁
What’s it really like to move to Canada from Bangladesh with no job, no friends, and facing an expensive city like Vancouver? In this episode of the CANADA STUDENT NETWORK Podcast, we meet Nazmus — an MBA student at University Canada West — who shares how he adapted to a new country, built a life from scratch, and turned everyday...
De Medellín, Colombia a Vancouver: La historia de Isa sobre adaptación, soledad y equilibrio 🇨🇴🍁
¿Qué pasa cuando dejas tu carrera, tu círculo social y tu rutina para empezar de nuevo en un país donde todo es diferente?
En este episodio del CANADA STUDENT NETWORK Podcast, hablamos con Isa — una estudiante colombiana que se mudó a Vancouver para estudiar Gestión de Marketing en BCIT. Desde los días fríos y solitarios, hasta los eve...
De León, México a Vancouver: La historia de Jorge sobre esfuerzo, choque cultural y cómo crear su propio camino 🇲🇽🍁🎧¿Qué se necesita para empezar de nuevo en otro país sin carrera, sin contactos y sin tener idea de lo que sigue?En este episodio del CANADA STUDENT NETWORK PODCAST conocemos a Jorge, un estudiante mexicano que se mudó a Vancouver con su mamá después de terminar la prepa. Desde trabajar en bodegas y ser DJ en fiest...
De Mérida, México a Vancouver: La historia de reinvención, resiliencia y valentía de Roger 🇲🇽🍁
¿Qué se necesita para dejar atrás una vida estable, empezar desde cero en otro país y reinventar tu futuro por completo?
En este episodio del CANADA STUDENT NETWORK Podcast, hablamos con Roger — un estudiante mexicano que se mudó de Yucatán a Vancouver para estudiar Marketing en BCIT. Desde buscar trabajo, lidiar con la nostalgia...
De Bogotá a Vancouver: La historia de Luis Miguel entre idioma, choque cultural y volver a empezar 🇨🇦🎧
¿Qué se siente dejarlo todo a los 18 años, llegar solo a otro país y comenzar desde cero?
En este episodio del CANADA STUDENT NETWORK Podcast hablamos con Luis Miguel — un estudiante colombiano que se mudó a Vancouver para estudiar inglés y perseguir su sueño de trabajar en producción musical. Desde no conocer a nadie, ha...
From Cartagena to Toronto: Iván’s Journey Balancing School, Work, and Identity in Canada 🇨🇦📚
What does it take to thrive as a student, full-time worker, and first-gen immigrant in one of Canada’s busiest cities?
In this episode of the CANADA STUDENT NETWORK Podcast, we sit down with Iván — a Colombian-born student who grew up in Toronto and studied Business Marketing at York University while working full-time in the constr...
From UBC to the Stage: Nick & Josh’s Journey in Acapella, Leadership & Student Life 🎤🎓🎶
What happens when you combine school, music, and leadership in one vibrant university experience? In this episode of the CANADA STUDENT NETWORK PODCAST, we meet Nick and Josh — UBC students who turned their passion for music into leadership opportunities with the UBC Acapella group.
From balancing intense coursework with weekly rehearsa...
From Gurgaon to UBC: Ritvik’s Journey Through Culture, Community & Co-ops 🇮🇳📚🌍
What happens when you leave everything you know behind to grow on your own? In this episode of the Canada Student Network Podcast, we meet Ritvik — a final-year UBC student who moved from India to Vancouver, embracing discomfort, cultural shifts, and campus life to become a community leader.
From navigating loneliness to leading one of UBC’s bigges...
From Victoria to Vancouver: Shani’s Creative Comeback 🎭🎤🇨🇦
What happens when you trade a 9-to-5 for a shot at your dreams? In this episode of the Canada Student Network Podcast, we meet Shani (aka Startyy) — an aspiring actress, singer, and model who left her job in the airline industry to enroll in acting school at Vancouver’s Story Institute.
Shani opens up about her bold decision to return to the arts, the hustle of city life,...
From Manila to Metrotown: Dave’s Vancouver Story 🇨🇦🛬
Moving to Canada as an international student is a leap of faith — and for Dave Aquino, it was one filled with surprises, struggles, and meaningful connections. In this episode of the Canada Student Network Podcast, we sit down with Dave to hear his candid story about navigating student life in Vancouver, finding community through VANSTU Events, and learning the hard truth about...
Finding Creativity & Connection: Jill’s Vancouver Story 🎭✨
Moving to a new city is never easy, but finding the right community can make all the difference. In this episode of the Canada Student Network Podcast, we sit down with Jill Goranson, an actor and artist who shares her journey from Alberta to Vancouver, navigating life post-graduation, and building a creative network in the city.
From cold dips at Kits Beach to l...
Finding Your Place: How Zheng Navigated Life & Research at UBC 🌲🌎
Moving to a new country is both exciting and challenging. In this episode, we sit down with Zheng Chen, a PhD student in Forestry at UBC, who moved from Beijing, China, to Vancouver, Canada, to pursue his research in climate change, carbon offsets, and sustainability. From adapting to a new culture and learning English to discovering Vancouver’s forests, stu...
Finding Community & Opportunity: Graciela’s Journey at UBC 🇨🇦✨
Moving to Vancouver for university is both exciting and overwhelming, especially when you’re stepping into a new city for the first time. In this episode of the Vancouver Student Network Podcast, we sit down with Graciela, a UBC student originally from Edmonton, who shares her journey of adapting to life in Vancouver, choosing the right academic path, and making me...
Finding Your Path: Rodrigo’s Journey from Mexico to Vancouver 🇨🇦🌍
Moving to a new country is an adventure filled with challenges and discoveries. In this episode, we chat with Rodrigo Navarro, a recent graduate who moved from Mexico to Vancouver as a teenager. From navigating cultural differences 🌎 to building a social network 🤝, Rodrigo shares his story of resilience, adaptation, and growth.
🎓 Studying in Vancouver – F...
Finding Your Place: How Luis Built Community in Vancouver 🌟🌎
Moving to a new city can be both exciting and overwhelming. In this episode, we hear from Luis, an international student originally from Mexico, about his journey navigating life in Vancouver. From adapting to the weather 🌧️ and cultural differences to building a supportive community 🤝, Luis shares honest reflections and actionable advice for students finding the...
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