Canadian Immigrant

The Canadian Immigrant Fair returns to Toronto on June 19th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building (255 Front St W). Meet our Silver Sponsor A1 Global! At A1 Global College, they recognize the strength of students who manage work, family, and personal goals. Your dedication drives them to offer flexible programs that fit your life. They believe education should support your responsibilities, not compete with them. Your resilience inspires their purpose and reflects the spirit of determination they are proud to encourage every day. Come down and meet the team get free products and join us from 10 AM to 3 PM to connect with them, as well as hiring companies, educational institutions, settlement service providers, and more—all under one roof! Space is limited, so register today and join us from 10 AM to 3 PM! Everyone is welcome! canadianimmigrant.ca/careerfair/tor… #YYZ #Toronto #Immigration #Newcomer #CareerFair #CanadaImmigrantFair

Taking the next step toward your study, work, or immigration goals in Canada? Language proficiency is a major milestone, and we’re here to help you ace it! Join Anna Baxter, Senior Business Development Manager at @prometricglobal, for an essential session at the Toronto Canadian Immigrant Fair: "CELPIP English test for Canadian immigration." With over 30 years of English language teaching experience, Anna will guide you through: - Exactly what to expect on test day - How the CELPIP test is structured - Simple, practical strategies to build your confidence Whether you're just starting to research or are ready to book your test, get the expert insights you need to move forward. Time: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM Friday, June 19, 2026 Metro Toronto Convention Centre (North Building) Register today: canadianimmigrant.ca/careerfair/tor… #CELPIP #EnglishTest #ExpressEntry #CanadianImmigration #NewcomersToCanada #StudyInCanada #TorontoEvents

The Canadian Immigrant Fair returns to Toronto on June 19th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building (255 Front St W). Meet our Associate Sponsor Kruger! Welcome to Canada. Meet the Kruger Products Family, Canada’s favourite household paper products company. They make Scotties, the #1 facial tissue; Cashmere, the #1 bathroom tissue and SpongeTowels, the #1 Canadian-made paper towel, all proudly made here in Canada. Come down and meet the team get free products and join us from 10 AM to 3 PM to connect with them, as well as hiring companies, educational institutions, settlement service providers, and more—all under one roof! Space is limited, so register today and join us from 10 AM to 3 PM! Everyone is welcome! canadianimmigrant.ca/careerfair/tor… #YYZ #Toronto #Immigration #Newcomer #CareerFair #CanadaImmigrantFair

The Canadian Immigrant Fair returns to Toronto on June 19th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building (255 Front St W). Meet our Associate Sponsor Kruger! Welcome to Canada. Meet the Kruger Products Family, Canada’s favourite household paper products company. They make Scotties, the #1 facial tissue; Cashmere, the #1 bathroom tissue and SpongeTowels, the #1 Canadian-made paper towel, all proudly made here in Canada. Come down and meet the team get free products and join us from 10 AM to 3 PM to connect with them, as well as hiring companies, educational institutions, settlement service providers, and more—all under one roof! Space is limited, so register today and join us from 10 AM to 3 PM! Everyone is welcome! canadianimmigrant.ca/careerfair/tor… #YYZ #Toronto #Immigration #Newcomer #CareerFair #CanadaImmigrantFair

Meet our Top 75 finalist Lian Zhang, originally from China, she is the co-founder and president of the Asian Heritage Association of PEI and the Chinese Culture Federation, hosting the only annual P.E.I. Asian Heritage Month celebration and the P.E.I. International Lunar New Year Gala. She is a community advocate raising funds for the Coldest Night of the Year, the Boys & Girls Club of Summerside, Stratford community projects, the P.E.I. DiverseCity Festival, the PCH Foundation, Ukrainian initiatives among others. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @WesternUnion by scanning the QR Code or at: canadianimmigrant.ca/canadas-top-25…

Meet our Top 75 finalist Antonio Lopez, originally from Mexico, he is an entrepreneur and co-founder of IVEY Group, an international recruitment and immigration company specialized in skilled trades across Canada. IVEY Group has been recognized by the Globe and Mail’s Report on Business as one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies for three consecutive years (2023–2025). He is committed to giving back and supporting communities and is actively involved in mentoring newcomers to Canada, providing guidance as they build their careers and integrate into their communities, with many going on to become leaders in their fields. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @WesternUnion by scanning the QR Code or at: top25canadianimmigrantawards.ca

Meet our Top 75 finalist Vithu Ramachandran, originally from Sri Lanka, he is the managing lawyer of Ramachandran Law PC and Harmony Family Law PC. He is particularly recognized for his work at the intersection of immigration and family law, where legal challenges are often complex, overlapping and deeply personal. He is actively engaged in mentorship and community leadership. He has held board roles with the Canadian Tamils Chamber of Commerce and the Ajax Pickering Board of Trade, advocating for inclusive economic policies and creating opportunities for immigrant and minority communities to thrive. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @WesternUnion by scanning the QR Code or at: top25canadianimmigrantawards.ca

Meet our Top 75 finalist Prabath Pullay, originally from Sri Lanka, he is the executive director of @SalArmyBC Belkin Communities of Hope. He was part of the leadership team that established the first safe house victims of human trafficking in Canada and also gave leadership and oversight toward the establishment of the Alternate to Detention Program for refugees. Both programs have led to positive transformations in the lives of residents especially newcomers to Canada. He oversees programs that are focused on personal development, safety and restoration of people’s lives across Metro Vancouver and also volunteers his time as a board member of Liberty International Ministries in Vancouver. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @westernunion by scanning the QR Code or at: canadianimmigrant.ca/canadas-top-25…

Taking the next step toward your study, work, or immigration goals in Canada? 🇨🇦 Language proficiency is a major milestone, and we’re here to help you ace it! Join Anna Baxter, Senior Business Development Manager at Prometric, for an essential session at the Toronto Canadian Immigrant Fair: "CELPIP English test for Canadian immigration." With over 30 years of English language teaching experience, Anna will guide you through: - Exactly what to expect on test day - How the CELPIP test is structured - Simple, practical strategies to build your confidence Whether you're just starting to research or are ready to book your test, get the expert insights you need to move forward. Time: 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM Admission is FREE! Friday, June 19, 2026 Metro Toronto Convention Centre (North Building) Register today: canadianimmigrant.ca/careerfair/tor… #CELPIP #EnglishTest #ExpressEntry #CanadianImmigration #NewcomersToCanada #StudyInCanada #TorontoEvents

Meet our Top 75 finalist Adetoyese (Toye) Oyedun, PhD, P.Eng, originally from Nigeria, he is the CEO and managing partner of Crescite Consulting and Strategic Group, leading a forward-thinking sustainability consultancy that delivers life cycle assessment, ESG strategy, clean energy and circular economy solutions across North America and beyond. He is the co-founder of Crescite Professional Services Corporation and Crescite General Holdings Incorporated, and co-owns O.E. Motors. As executive in residence at Foresight, he guides and mentors cleantech entrepreneurs in scaling innovation and impact. He mentors newcomers through @eriec_edmonton, volunteers with the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, is appointed by the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta as a Public Member of CRPNA. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @WesternUnion by scanning the QR Code or at: canadianimmigrant.ca/canadas-top-25…

Meet our Top 75 finalist Natalia Mykhaylova, PhD, originally from Poland, she is an award-winning engineer, and the founder and CEO of @weavair_team. Under her leadership, WeavAir has achieved remarkable scale, deploying sophisticated climate solutions across more than 20 major projects spanning four continents. A recognized authority in climate tech, she has been honoured as a Clean50 Emerging Leader, Energy Globe Award Winner and has received numerous international accolades for her contributions to civil engineering and environmental stewardship. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @WesternUnion by scanning the QR Code or at: canadianimmigrant.ca/canadas-top-25…

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Meet our Top 75 finalist Vera Mercier, originally from Saint Lucia, she is the founder and executive director of SKD Bilingual Child Care Centre, which has grown into a multi-site organization serving families across Durham Region. She is also the founder of the SKD Bilingual Institute of Training, a workforce development initiative focused on training and employing early childhood assistants. She serves as president of the Durham Children’s Aid Society Board of Directors and chair of the Ontario Association of Children’s Aid Societies (OACAS) Board Presidents’ Network, collaborating with leaders across the province to strengthen child welfare systems. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by Western Union by scanning the QR Code or at: top25canadianimmigrantawards.ca

Looking to beat the “no Canadian experience” barrier? We are thrilled to feature the NEW AI Career Lab at the Toronto Canadian Immigrant Fair! Join Author, Leadership Trainer, and Career Coach Murali Murthy for a day-long interactive experience designed to turn newcomer potential into local opportunity. Whether you work in IT, finance, healthcare, marketing, or HR, drop by throughout the day to learn how to: ✨ Optimize your LinkedIn profile and build visibility online ✨ Use AI to translate your global experience for Canadian employers ✨ Identify your transferable skills and build a standout personal brand Transform confusion into clarity and supercharge your job hunt! Admission is FREE! Join us Friday, June 19, 2026 from 10 AM – 3 PM at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (North Building) Save your spot today and register today: canadianimmigrant.ca/careerfair/tor… #TorontoJobs #AICareer #NewToCanada #CanadianImmigrant #YYZCareers #ResumeTips #LinkedInStrategy #NewcomerSuccess

Meet our Top 75 finalist Gerlinde Metz, PhD, FCAHS, originally from Germany, she is a neuroscience professor at the @ULethbridge, internationally recognized for research transforming how we understand stress, resilience and health across generations. Her work explores how life experiences, from prenatal stress to extreme environments, affect brain plasticity and long-term health. A dedicated mentor to hundreds of students, Metz’s impact reaches far beyond the lab. As the only Canadian partner in NASA’s largest human research effort, she seeks to uncover how the human body adapts to long-duration spaceflight and social isolation. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @WesternUnion by scanning the QR Code or at: canadianimmigrant.ca/canadas-top-25…

Meet our Top 75 finalist Irmina Somers, originally from Poland, she is a television producer, journalist and documentary filmmaker. She has created more than 300 documentary segments, television reports and feature stories showcasing Canada’s landscapes, communities and cultural identity. She is actively engaged in community service, serving as a member of the @NiagaraFalls Cultural Committee, contributing to local cultural development, arts accessibility and heritage initiatives. Her work has been recognized with support from the Niagara Falls Cultural Development Fund and the Maciej Płażyński Award. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @WesternUnion by scanning the QR Code or at: canadianimmigrant.ca/canadas-top-25…

Meet our Top 75 finalist Eric Mendes, originally from Brazil, he is a Brazilian entrepreneur and founder of Laundry Turtle, an innovative home solutions brand. Laundry Turtle has gained international attention, being featured organically in major media outlets including the Drew Barrymore Show, Daily Mail, Yahoo, Today Show and recently the special 20th anniversary edition of Dragons’ Den on CBC. Today, he leads Laundry Turtle, a growing company focused on developing innovative consumer products and expanding into global markets, including the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Europe soon. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @WesternUnion by scanning the QR Code or at: canadianimmigrant.ca/canadas-top-25…

Meet our Top 75 finalist Katrina Chen, originally from Taiwan, she is a former British Columbia cabinet minister, author and community advocate dedicated to advancing equity and access through public service and grassroots leadership. As Minister of State for Child Care, she helped lay the foundation for British Columbia’s $10-a-day child care system and contributed to the development of Canada’s national early learning and child care framework. She is the president of AnXin Community Savings, an award-winning author and advocate supporting women, children and families through her work. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @WesterUnion by scanning the QR Code or at: top25canadianimmigrantawards.ca

Meet our Top 75 finalist Neeraj Mathur, originally from India, he is the Chief information officer and executive team member at @sickkids, where he leads the technology strategy and operations behind a $2.5 billion precision child health campaign — Canada’s largest paediatric health fundraising initiative. He was awarded the Canadian ORBIE Corporate CIO of the Year for his leadership in digital business transformation and has been recognized by the Consulate General of India in Toronto and the Canada-India Tech Council for “Excellence in Social Impact through Technology.” Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @WesternUnion by scanning the QR Code or at: canadianimmigrant.ca/canadas-top-25…

Meet our Top 75 finalist Okama Ekpe Brook, originally from Nigeria, she is the founder and executive director of the Africa Caribbean Heritage Alliance (ACHA), where she leads initiatives that support women, youth, Indigenous communities and people with disabilities through advocacy, programming and international partnerships. A development expert, speaker and community leader, she has represented communities internationally, including at the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent in Switzerland, and continues to build connections across sectors to advance equity and inclusion. Meet our finalists and learn more about the Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards presented by @WesternUnion by scanning the QR Code or at: top25canadianimmigrantawards.ca