November 6, 2019
Claudine came to Canada in July 2015 under the sponsorship program to join her husband in Gatineau.
“I landed my first job at a daycare in Gatineau a month after my arrival. It was a wonderful experience. However, I had to resign to follow my husband, as he’d accepted a teaching job in Yellowknife. I found a job at the French daycare in Yellowknife. However, I longed to go back to school. So, at the end of my contract, I decided to open a daycare at home while taking part in a distance education program. We have a large house with plenty of room, and I have three years’ experience in Canada. Everything is set up to welcome children properly at my daycare, ‘Les Rossignols.’”
Challenges:
“My top challenge is my daycare and taking in as many English- and French-speaking children as possible. The government allows me to accept a maximum of eight children. I might be able to open a larger daycare at some point in the future.”
Soft spot:
“The community. It’s rare to come across a city where people are very welcoming and receptive, and where you can make friends easily. I was welcomed with open arms when I came to Yellowknife.”
Next steps:
“I just want to take advantage of everything Yellowknife has to offer. We just bought a house, so we won’t be leaving anytime soon.”
Words of advice:
“If you have the opportunity to emigrate to Canada, I encourage you to do so. It isn’t easy. You have to put a lot of effort into it, but it’s worth it in the end.”
Interested in recruiting through the CDÉTNO?
With ITI’s support, the CDÉTNO will be attending Destination Canada for the 13th time from November 15 to 19, 2019.
Are you looking for qualified workers? CDÉTNO can represent your organization at Destination Canada!
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