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As an immigrant in my mid-30s, I struggle to convince myself that relocating to Canada was a good idea. The job market is in shambles, and groceries are very expensive. It largely feels like it is...Read more


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@layo

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Are there Jobs in Toronto?

I am moving to Toronto pretty soon, and I have started applying for jobs with the hope that I can get one that will help me relocate but so far, all I have gotten is rejection.


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@femola

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Finland’s 2025 Seasonal Work Permits are now open

Finland’s 2025 Seasonal Work Permits are open! Perfect if you want to spend a few months working in agriculture, forestry or tourism


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@femola

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Breaking: $100K Fee for New H-1B Visas

The United States has introduced a $100,000 annual fee for employers hiring foreign workers through the H-1B visa program. This policy change may significantly limit opportunities for Nigerian prof...Read more


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@oluwakemi

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2025/26 Canadian Winter

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@folahanca

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African stores or Asian stores which is cheaper?

As a Nigerian in Canada, I’ve noticed African stores can be more expensive than Asian stores for the same kind of food. I understand the african community is smaller, higher import costs etc but I...Read more


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@ojcartaa

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26/08/25

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@oluwakemi

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21/08/25

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What is the Job Market like in August 2025?

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@oluwakemi

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14/08/25

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Wildfires In New Brunswick

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@oluwakemi

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06/08/25

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Adjusting to Independence & Isolation

While we crave independence from our hovering parents as immigrants, we are still unprepared for the sudden isolation we experience after relocating.


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What mental health struggles have you discovered since becoming an immigrant?

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24/06/25

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Asked by @oluwakemi

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21/08/25

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As an immigrant, what do you hope to gain from Matakai?

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Asked by @oye

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18/06/25

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What are the most difficult products to find in Fredericton, New Brunswick?

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