Stories from new immigrants
People from all over the world have moved to Alberta to start a new life. The stories of their experiences are often useful to those who are considering immigration to Alberta. Read the stories of recent immigrants to Alberta, and learn about how they moved to Alberta, found work, and settled into their new home.
Sameena Arif and FamilySingle mother from Pakistan creates a new life in Alberta for her family
A safe, friendly environment with an excellent education system for her children – that’s what Sameena Arif, a teacher from Islamabaad, Pakistan, was looking for when she chose to immigrate to Canada in 2004.
Lifestyle Is Jolly Good for British Couple in Alberta
Quality of life. It's one of the main reasons that Dave Beattie and his wife Allison decided to relocate from the United Kingdom to Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
This Good Sport From France is Enjoying Alberta
It pays to be a good sport. Just ask Stephane Carloni, whose knowledge of sports was one of the factors that helped draw him to his new home in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Phillip DengUnited Nations volunteer from Sudan thinks Alberta has a lot to give
An ideal culture – that’s how Sudanese immigrant Phillip Deng describes Canada. He chose to immigrate here in 2006 through the federal government’s Skilled Workers Program, which is designed for newcomers who have education, work experience, knowledge of the English or French languages, and other abilities that will help them establish themselves as permanent residents of Canada.
Jamil, Neesa and Farista Mohammad
Engineer from Bangladesh builds new life for his family in Alberta
Jamil Mohammad of Dhaka, Bangladesh has seen the Great Wall of China, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the London Bridge, the Himalayas in Nepal, Taj Mahal in India, Niagara Falls in Canada, Pataya Beach in Thailand and many beautiful destinations – but his favourite has been Alberta’s Rocky Mountains. And now he lives just a few hours away from them.
Down-Under Duo Arrive and Thrive In Alberta
Rebecca Reed and Adam Reeves left the small town of Dalwallinu, Australia for a year-long working and backpacking holiday in Canada. When the Aussie couple arrived in Edmonton, Alberta, they liked the capital city so much that they now call it home.
German Machinist Building Successful Life in Grande Prairie
Goran Stoilov isn't afraid to try new things. And that's good news for Davco Machine Ltd. and the people of Grande Prairie, Alberta, Canada.
Martin and Jacqui Wright, and son Alex
It's been a busy time for the Wright family since arriving in Calgary from England on January 14, 2006. They've recently moved into a spacious new house, and these days, most of their free time is spent unpacking boxes.
Date Updated: Mar 31, 2008
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