Success Stories

Watch videos that show newcomers achieving success in B.C. and read the stories of four people who moved here to make new lives for themselves and their families. Learn how WelcomeBC, the B.C. Newcomers’ Guide and provincial programs helped them make the transition.

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Learn how people immigrated, had foreign qualifications recognized and found employment in B.C.

Geraldine A. Roxas-Abuel

As a single mother, Geraldine came to B.C. to give her son the best opportunity to succeed.

Mao Yanhong

After Mao met her Canadian husband, they decided to settle in B.C.

Maria Villacorta

For Maria, an avid traveler who loves adventure, moving to B.C. was an easy choice.

Claire Chang

Being able to move to B.C. was a dream come true for Claire and her husband..