International Cash Cows

Are you an international student in Canada struggling to make ends meet? In this episode of International Cash Cows, we chat about the financial challenges of studying abroad. Our guest, Paul Adeyeye, an IT consultant and financial literacy advocate, shares practical tips on budgeting, credit management, banking, and investing. Come hang out with us to get some tips on how to stretch your dollars, build a strong financial foundatio...

In this episode we take a look at the complex world of Canadian immigration policy changes and their impact on international students. Our guest, Lisa Brunner, a postdoctoral researcher conducting critical, interdisciplinary research on international migration and education, sheds light on the shift towards a multi-step immigration model, the financial vulnerability of universities, and the ethical concerns surrounding the tre...

Canada's immigration landscape is shifting, and international students are at the forefront of these changes. In this episode of the International Cash Cows Podcast we unpack the recent policy changes impacting international students, from study permit caps to restrictions on spousal work permits. Our guest, immigration consultant, Olena Weber, provides valuable insights into the challenges and surprising opportunities these change...

The rules have changed. The dream is shifting. International students in Canada face a new reality in 2024 – reduced work permits, stricter eligibility, and a funding crisis looming over universities. Is the Canadian dream still attainable?

In Season 2 of International Cash Cows, we look into the seismic policy shifts rocking international education in this country. Hear from experts dissecting the consequences, and what it mean...

We wrap you the first season of the International Cash Cows Podcast with an insightful conversation that explores the challenges and triumphs of being an international student in today’s Canada. We are joined by Sarom Rho, a migrant and community organizer with Migrant Workers Alliance for Change. 

We chat about some of the recent policy changes impacting international students in Canada, dissecting how these developme...

In this episode, we take a journey to the Maritimes to chat with Daniel Ohaegbu, the Executive Director, Atlantic Student Development Alliance (ASDA). We discuss the life-altering journey from being an international student to joining the workforce and the critical role of relationship-building and community engagement in navigating that journey.

We also touch on Daniel’s personal experiences of overcoming racism and systemic barri...

In this episode, we explore the complex intersections of being an international student in Canada while also meticulously strategizing for permanent residency and Canadian citizenship. Our guest shares her compelling journey from a thriving career in Brazil's media industry to the multifaceted and demanding world of Canadian journalism schools. 

We delve into both the emotional and logistical facets of tra...

Ever wondered what it's like to walk in someone else's shoes? In this episode, we dive deep into the personal journey of Lara, who migrated from the Philippines to Russell, Manitoba as a teenager. Lara was a local who lived the international student experience, right here in Canada!  From cultural shocks to the complexities of settling into a predominantly white town. She speaks candidly about the initial confusion, fi...

In this episode, we sit down with Ali, an Iranian-Canadian immigration consultant and the brain behind Parsai Services Immigration, to explore the complex landscape of the Canadian International Education system. Ali's own story unfolds from being an author in Iran to a guiding light for countless international students in Canada. He traces his unexpected path to his immigration consultancy business and delves into the...