Claudia García
I’m More Than The Immigrant You Had In Mind is a powerful project that highlights the diverse and multifaceted identities of immigrants in Canada. The project aims to challenge the stereotypes often associated with newcomers, offering a richer and more nuanced view of their lives, passions, and contributions. Join us as we share the personal stories of immigrants from all walks of life, shedding light on their hopes, dreams, and pursuit of belonging in their new home.
I remember being in the citizenship ceremony and realized and then all we had overcome to get there. Right. And it was definitely a proud moment.
Name: Claudia García
Originally From: Mexico
Photographs by Abadan Hamidulla
In this inspiring audio, Claudia García shares her journey from Mexico to Canada, reflecting on the challenges and triumphs she has faced over the past ten years. Claudia discusses her biggest challenge—entering the Canadian workforce—and how earning her CPHR designation became a pivotal moment in her career. Despite early setbacks, she persevered and eventually found an opportunity in human resources, her true passion, which led to further professional growth.
Claudia also shares her pride in becoming a Canadian citizen and the joy of seeing her daughters pursue higher education. Her story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of education in opening doors to new opportunities. Listen as Claudia recounts how perseverance and staying true to her passion helped her achieve success in both her career and personal life.
This is a powerful reminder that no matter the challenges, persistence and hard work can lead to significant accomplishments.
This project is produced and presented to you by the Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria and powered by the Department of Canadian Heritage.
