Our Stories

Joel's Story Canada wasn't our first thought, but we kept hearing from friends about the opportunities and the lifestyle. I wrote my International Educated Nurse (IEN) application and the possibilities of a life in Canada became much more real. Moving to a new country wasn't easy, but we learned so much about the family benefits, affordability and diverse communities in ...

Laura's Story My Manitoba journey has been an adventure from the start. I’ve seen so much of the province already, taking advantage of how easy it is to get around and making every effort to get to know my new home. From day one, I’ve taken opportunities to explore. When I first moved to Winnipeg from Toronto, I opted for ...

Lolia's Story I spent the first five years of my nursing career at Health Sciences Centre’s Adult Emergency Department, but dreamed of working in northern Manitoba. I pictured a role that would offer flexibility while allowing me to connect with patients and staff in a smaller community where I could see the impact of my work. When I heard about ...

Stephanie's Story When I was a teenager, I volunteered at a local hospital. My orientation was done by an employee who worked at the hospital as a med-lab technologist. She had a really big impact on me and I remember thinking I wanted to carry myself like she did—with confidence and purpose. From that moment on, I had a strong ...