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At Jumpstart, we’re committed to helping refugees build meaningful careers in Canada. In this Ask Me Anything (AMA) session, from April 2025, we introduced our Career Navigation Team—four incredible coaches offering hands-on support for your career journey.

In this interactive session, you’ll hear real questions from refugees across Canada on everything from breaking into competitive industries to navigating survival jobs and dealing with rejection. Whether you’re looking to restart your career, shift directions, or just need encouragement, this session is packed with insight.

You’ll also hear valuable discussions about overcoming job scams, managing the high cost of living, and how to access the right programs and resources to move forward with confidence.

This AMA is designed to provide you with practical advice, lived experience, and direct encouragement from experts who understand what it means to start over.

📌 What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to translate 15–25 years of international experience into a Canadian job offer
✅ What to do when you’ve tried everything—tailored resumes, certifications, survival jobs—but still can’t break into your field
✅ How to handle resume silence, rejection, and job search burnout
✅ Where to find legitimate training programs, IT and healthcare bridging options, and mentorship support
✅ Why volunteering, emotional intelligence, and peer networking matter more than ever

Featuring our career coaches:

  • Farah Mirza – HR and recruitment expert (Toronto)
  • Maryam Nehrir – Certified career development practitioner (Toronto)
  • Pamela Perez – Strategic HR and workforce integration coach (Calgary)
  • Elgys Perez – Career strategist helping refugees confidently re-enter the workforce (Toronto)

Watch now to get the tools, mindset, and motivation you need to take your next step in Canada.

Looking for more support? Drop us a line here!