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Released March 2021. Merchandise trade between Canada and Brazil totalled $7.7 billion in 2019.  With so much money involved, many work to establish the connections between businesses in Canada and Brazil. Paola Saad is one of those individuals. A member of the Brazilian community herself, Paola travels between her office in Toronto and Brazil to establish these partnerships and help governme...

Released March 2021. If you identify as part of the, LGBTQ+ community it can be incredibly nerve-wracking when expressing who you are to society. The decision to come out of the closet can be even more challenging if your coming out may not be accepted by your family or community. Pinoy Pride Vancouver is a Social and Support Group for the Filipino-Canadian LGBTQ+ community, their families, friend...

Released March. 2021. What is our purpose in life? For many, including myself, we go years without finding what we’re passionate about and what we wish to bring into the world.  For Alex Sangha, he knew he wanted to help others, either through social work, writing, or directing through Sher Films  Coming out later this year, Sher Films' Emergence, Out of the Shadows, explores the taboo t...

Released February 2021. There’s a vast amount of information that one needs when immigrating to Canada. However, through all the information around banking, getting a job, a learning English, information on our indigenous population is light. That’s where Jamie Banias comes in. As the Indigenous Engagement Coordinator at Immigration Partnership Winnipeg, she and others work at improving knowledge...

Released February 23, 2021 As technology develops the world is becoming more interconnected, and business is becoming increasingly international dependent. There is no better source to learn from those pursuing education in international business than Leslie Wilder, who has both the knowledge and experience. Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society

"U Talk Ep 20 - Casimiro Nhussi." Released February 2021 Our culture is in everything we do. It influences our foods, music, and our dancing. Casimiro Nhussi embraces that principle but gives it a personal flair. Musician, choreographer, and artistic director of Nafro Dance Productions, Casimiro is heavily involved in art and has been since he was a young boy. Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battle...

"U Talk Ep 19 - Sharan Tappia." Released February 2021 To recognize what women do in society and for each of us, each day was why Asian Women in Winnipeg was started. Sharan Tappia is one of the founding members. She shares a little about her life and how her experiences led her to help create the organization. Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society

"U Talk Ep 18 - Keisha Paul." Released February 2021 International business is fascinating, working with others to overcome cultural and language barriers to achieve success. Keisha Paul seems to have figured out the code. Owner of Keisha R. Paul Consulting, and has worked in countries around the world. Keisha knows the value of formal education and practical experience. Music: Sergey Borovkov - S...

"U Talk Ep 17 - Xavier Mutshipayi." Released February 2021 Xavier Nkunda Mutshipayi is a painter living in Winnipeg, Manitoba, who shares his journey moving from the Democratic Republic of Congo, his inspirations, and some of his secrets to finding success as an artist. Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Music Society,

 U Talk Ep 16 - "John Allan." Released January 2021 For new Canadians wanting to learn settlement skills or English, learning from home has many challenges, including a quiet space to focus or a lack of technology.  John Allan is a Trainer, educator, writer, presenter. A dedicated education specialist with diverse experience-driven to learn, teach and innovate. John touches on the shift...

"U Talk Ep 15 - Ally Nazarie Gonzalo." Released January 2021 Representation in media is important. However, many people never get to see someone like themselves in movies, magazines, or on the Internet. When people of colour or other minority groups are showcased in media it’s often in the form of tokenism. Ally Nazarie Gonzalo, an immigrant from the Philippines and a member of the FillipnX commun...

"U Talk Ep 14 - Tatjana Brkic." Released January 2021 Tatjana Brkic has an impressive resume, say the least, Mentor HEC Paris, Consultant UNEP, Red River Applied Business Research & International Business Faculty, and Participant TEDx Active. She also helped create Square Metre for Peace, an inspirer and facilitator of a grassroots movement working together for positive peace locally, national...

"U Talk Ep 13 - Taiwo Luro." Released January 2021 Taiwo Luro is a massive proprietor of technology and believes if you don't get on board with it, you'll fall behind. A Career Consultant/E-Learning Specialist, Taiwo has applied his personal and professional experiences to help newcomers find and succeed in their careers. Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Electronic Musi...

"U Talk Ep 12 - Kelly Bado." Released January 2021 Music has always been a part of bilingual singer-songwriter Kelly Bado's life. She combines her African heritage, la chanson française, and American gospel to create a unique sound. Coming from West Africa, she never expected her style would come across as enjoyable here in Canada. Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar Galaxy by Tunguska Elect...

"U Talk Ep 11 - Andrew Unger." Released December 2020 What is a Mennonite? Andrew Unger is the creator of The Daily Bonnet, a satirical website that breaks down Mennonite culture and life. He recently had a book published, called “Once removed, a humorous book about Mennonites which explores the real costs of "progress." Andrew shares The Plautdietsch Code: Knacking the Mystery of Mennonites. (A l...

"U Talk Ep 10 - Jewel White." Released December 2020. Manitoba has a flourishing Filipino Community, and a region that has seen significant growth in that community is the Pembina Valley, a rural region south of Winnipeg. Jewel Miralles White is part of the Morden Filipino community and is a licensed veterinarian. Although her license wasn’t recognized when she first moved, she was  dedicated...

"U Talk Ep 9 - Rena Elbaze." Released December 2020. Winnipeg and Manitoba have a vibrant Jewish community and have been home to many since the mid-1870s. This year, the oldest synagogue in Winnipeg, Congregation Shaarey Zedek, is celebrating its 130th anniversary. Rena Secter Elbaze is the Director of Engagement and Education, a new position since 2016. Music: Sergey Borovkov - Space Battlestar G...

"U Talk Ep 8 - Miguel Hernandez." Released December 2020. How do you succeed in the media industry? Well Miguel Hernandez, seems to have cracked that code.  Miguel has been heavily involved in media, working for video productions both in front and behind the camera. He has also been involved in animation. Miguel has been passionately sharing his experiences for media creating tutorials on the...

"U Talk Ep 7 - Elton Hubner." Released December 2020. Elton Hubner is a journalist, photographer, owner of Eyes Multimedia, and now an award-winning filmmaker with his passion project, The Fit Generation.  Born in Brazil to European immigrants, Elton has visited dozens of countries and has lived in Canada for the past ten years. Music: Sergey_Borovkov_-_Space_Battlestar_Galaxy by Tunguska_Ele...

"U Talk Ep 6 - Laura Castillo." Released December 2020. Laura Castillo was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Her parents were political refugees who fled the dictatorship in Chile. Laura's family would then move back to Chile when she was 12.  The experiences of her parents and her own living in Chile inspired Laura to dedicate herself to teaching. She is an EAL/ESL teacher and launched online clas...

"U Talk Ep 5 - Sweta Rajan." Released November 2020. Work can have its ups and downs, but many immigrants may experience unfair biases and microaggressions from colleagues or employers beyond cultural and language barriers. That's what Sweta Rajan experienced when working in the United States. After moving to Canada and into more senior roles at businesses, she created spaces where diverse voices...

"U Talk Ep 4 - Sadudee and Janfong Sae-Phan." Released November 2020. Sadudee and Janfong Sae-Phan moved from Thailand to Canada, searching for a new life and opening a Thai restaurant. That journey would separate them for three years, as Janfong worked abroad, creating the avenue for her family to come over. Music: Sergey_Borovkov_-_Space_Battlestar_Galaxy by Tunguska_Electronic_Music_Society

"U Talk Ep 3 - Sonja Lundstrom." Released November 2020. The Scandinavian Cultural Centre of Winnipeg is a volunteer-driven organization, with members joining clubs of the five Nordic countries: Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. I had the wonderful opportunity to connect with Sonja Lundstrom, President of the SWEDISH CULTURAL ASSOCIATION OF MANITOBA. I asked her about connect to a cult...

"U Talk Ep 2 - Adolfo Cuetara 2020". Released: 2020.  Featuring Adolfo Cuetara, Executive Director of the CFDC. Adolfo moved to Canada from Spain in 2012 and continued to pursue a career in paleontology.  Music: Sergey_Borovkov_-_Space_Battlestar_Galaxy by Tunguska_Electronic_Music_Society

"U Talk Ep 1 - Ethno Fest 2020". Released: November 2020.  Featuring Reuben Garang, Alma De La Torre, Ana Lopez and Luana Cunha from Ethno Fest 2020. Music: Sergey_Borovkov_-_Space_Battlestar_Galaxy by Tunguska_Electronic_Music_Society