A non-profit organization based in Vancouver, ISSofBC, is helping skilled immigrants transition to a new life and career in Canada. The Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants program provides guidance and support to newcomers as they pursue careers in their field of training. This service is designed to help skilled immigrants get back to work related to their training, offering language courses and assisting with job searches. It also provides funding to cover credential evaluations and courses to clients, helping them to upskill and become more competitive in the job market.
Gokhan Gunes, who works with ISSofBC, supports professional immigrants who have work experience in their home countries and need help getting their Canadian credentials. He collaborates with other team members to organize workshops and events that help clients develop their skills and expand their networks. The organization also has relationships with employers, and helps clients to connect with jobs that suit their skills.
While the process of resettling in a new country and finding employment can be challenging and costly, the Career Paths program has a track record of connecting immigrants to their pre-arrival careers. Many clients have gone on to work as engineers, doctors, and dentists. Gunes is passionate about helping people achieve their goals and is always eager to lend a helping hand. He encourages clients to stay positive and to keep trying, as there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Prince George is a region that Gunes suggests as a great starting point for new immigrants to Canada. The cost of living is lower than in the Metro Vancouver areas and there is greater demand for trained professionals in certain industries. Gunes offers valuable insights and guidance based on his own experience as an immigrant and is committed to helping others navigate the challenges that come with starting a new life in a new country.