Northumberland Newcomers

Northumberland Newcomers

A podcast from Northumberland Settlement Services. • Empowering Newcomers • Facilitate and Encourage Leadership • Inclusion and Diversity • Promotion of Successful Stories • Arts • Culinary • Education / Tutoring • Business • Entertainment • Networking • Employment • Local news (regarding newcomers) • About Northumberland Settlement Services and Immigration News • Interviews • Music and more!

Episodes

July 3, 2024 53 mins

In this episode, I am chatting with Steafan Hannigan, an AV  Swiss Army Pocket knife.
Bio
Steáfán Hannigan is an Irish musician, author, composer, audio engineer, theatre technical director, musicologist and instrument maker. Some of the instruments he plays are the Uilleann pipes, Bodhrán, tin whistle, bouzouki, guitar, tenor banjo, flute, mandolin and various percussion instruments.

Steáfán was born and raised i...

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In this podcast, I am chatting with Rodrigo Konigs, a Canadian Mexican, historian and leader. Rodrigo is the Executive Director of Horizon of Friendship in Cobourg.

Born in Canada and raised in Guadalajara, Mexico, Rodrigo has more than 15 years of experience developing and leading community engagement initiatives in the non-profit sector. He graduated with a  bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the Instituto...

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In this episode we are chatting with Atif Rashid, a proud public servant, a Resilience Expert, Mindset Coach and Inspirational Speaker, who share transformative stories of triumph over adversity. With an MBA and CPA from Saint Mary’s University, his journey from Pakistan to Canada, coupled with overcoming cancer and amputation, fuels his mission. Through his global movement, "Inspire 1 - Impact Billions!", Atif spreads po...

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oday, I have the privilege of chatting with DJ Alejo Caicedo, a shining star in the Latin music community. Born into a family rich in artistic talent and a deep love for music, DJ Alejo's destiny was sealed from the start. With over 15 years of experience, he has crafted a remarkable career, with the past 8 years elevating him to international acclaim.

His musical palette is as diverse as his audience, blending urban, tropical,...

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Neil Horner is the operations specialist at the Ontario Agri-Food Venture Centre and the person behind the production of the products newcomers are bringing to reality after their training. 

Also in this podcast I will talking about the latest immigration news for our newcomer community. 



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In this podcast, I am interviewing Annie McCaghey from Immigration Station Canada, a well known Immigration Consultant in Northumberland. Anny will explain the new National Occupational Classification (NOC) which affect the immigration applications depending on the path the person follow.
Also in this podcast, Rosa Ortega singing "Besame Mucho"  a bolero song written in 1932 by Mexican songwriter Consuelo Velázquez, ...

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In this podcast I am interviewing Roxana and Fabian Belmonte, A 40 years trajectory as a Tango Dancers and musicians and recipients on the 2023 "Marca Pais Argentina, Argentinians in the World"
Also in this episode, let's enjoy the some songs of Hispania by the Big Bands, recorded live at the Victoria Concert Hall, Cobourg on October 2023 with the magnificent Commodores Orchestra and the voices of Rosa Ortega and...

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In this podcast, Rosa and I are interviewing Melanie Ferreira who will be talking about her experience as a newcomer in Canada. From home cooking to food entrepreneur. And later today, I will be introducing a new segment. Creating welcoming communities through Diversity, Equality, Equity and Inclusion.

Melanie Ferreira is a passionate home cook and entrepreneur. She was born in South Africa and immigrated to Canada in 201...

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Dan Borowec is the Director of Economic Development, Planning and Strategic Initiatives at Northumberland County. Son of Ukrainian immigrants, Dan understands the challenges and  obstacles of newcomers to Canada. He also believe that Newcomers are the economic driver that would help our community and local economies.

Also, in this podcast, Emilio will talk about the immigration year in review.
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In this episode we interview Gerard Keledjian from Horizons Media and New Canadians TV. We will learn about his journey to Canada and successful story. Also in this podcast Rosa and Emilio will talk about immigration news and relevant topics to our newcomer's community. 

Resources:
https://newhorizons.media/
https://newcanadians.tv/

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In this episode we interview Michell Shurland-Jadoo from The Spark Centre in Durham, their start-up visa and the Easter Ontario Innovation Corridor.
Also, in this podcast Rosa and Emilio will talk about the Super Visa for Parent and Grand-parents and Ukrainian Nationals and the Information Session and Networking Opportunity offered on May  31, 2022.

Michelle Shurland-Jadoo
Michelle directs and manages the Client Se...

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Nicole Beatty, Councillor of the Town of Cobourg chat with Rosa and Emilio about Diversity and Inclusion as a pioneer in Northumberland County municipalities. 
And later in the podcast Rosa and Emilio talk about the new Start-up visa as well as an update in the support the province and federal government is offering to the Ukrainian Nationals coming to Canada and specific to Northumberland County.

Resources:
Nicol...

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April 14, 2022 55 mins

Carmela Valles, Owner of Carmela Valles Immigration Consulting Services explain the process to obtain the visa for international Students to study in Canada. We talked about the wonderful Filipino community and their contribution to our Local Economies, Health Care and Personal Care.
Rosa brought to discussion the 2022 - 2023 Federal budget and its provision for the Immigration Sector. Later in the podcast, Emilio explained th...

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Ixchel Suarez is a famous textile and tapestry artist who recently moved to Warkworth in Northumberland County. At 8 years old she moved to Thunder Bay, Ontario with her family, when her father, a Mexican renowned violinist and orchestra conductor, accepted the direction of the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra. For Ixchel, Canada was always in her heart. She also talked to us about programs , community and her projects in the future....

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March 16, 2022 70 mins

In this podcast Ayo Owodunni will chat about "Cultural Intelligence". Rosa and Emilio will talk about relevant immigration new and information.

Resources
https://www.ayoowo.com/


https://immigrantnetworks.com/
https://obsidi.com/
The Immigrant View with Ayo https://www.buzzsprout.com/1805550
Book: Canadian Workplace Culture: Mastering the Unspoken Rules by  Matt Adolphe
Link HERE...

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In this podcast we interviewed Anne McCaughey from Immigration Station Canada who spoke about the Market Impact Assessment and how to hire a foreign worker. She also talked about the difference between the open or closed work permits. 
Also in this episode, Rosa and I talk and discuss about how to enroll your children in the school system and the help available for newcomers. And finally the Getting beyond entry-level "Can...

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In this podcast we are bringing to you another successful newcomer's story we chat with Fabian Arciniegas, a Colombian-Canadian singer-actor (tenor) and an intuitive, knowledgeable voice coach from Port Hope, Northumberland.  We discuss Volunteering in Canada and tips for International Students as well. 

Fabian's Website
https://www.fabianarciniegas.com/
Another Coffee, a song from the album "Breath...

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In this podcast we interviewed Mario Pareja, a successful Colombo Canadian Businessmen. Mario shared with us his steps to success. Enjoy "Salsipuesdes",  in the voice of Matilde Díaz with Lucho Bermúdez & his Orchestra. 
Rosa and Emilio discussed the immigration quotes Canada is raising after almost two years of bother closures and low arrival os newcomers. We discussed as well scams directed to job seekers,

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January 15, 2022 67 mins

In this, our first podcast, we explore the path to Canadian Citizenship with our special Guest Jade Calver from  Calver Immigration Consulting Inc.

News:
Covid-19, Omicron and Vaccinations - The case Quebec and Northumberland Hills Hospital
Information
Protect your assets. Understanding Insurance
Songs from our countries
 Alma Llanera (Plains' Soul), an exceptional performance of Mariachi Mexico Am...

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