The Hidden Struggles and Triumphs of Immigrant Professionals in Canada | Dapo Bankole | TEDxRRU

[ckr]

As a Canadian citizen I am disgusted in our terrible immigration system. We shouldn't be stealing the best and brightest from around the world and not have a clear path forward for them. We either need a way to expedite their integration into the Canadian workforce or we need to be honest and let people know that what we are really seeking are people to do labour jobs. We shouldn't have doctors, engineers and other professionals driving taxi cabs for a living.
The system needs to be honest and transparent for the people wanting to start a life in Canada.

[UnitedForFreedomOfExpression]

8:14 challenge
8:27 community members
9:03 mentoring
9:17 sponsors
9:26 internships
9:37 conversions
10:01 bring it home
10:58 power of community
11:47 help back
12:00 missing opportunities
13:25 idea
14:06 help them

[ian.irabaganje]

I work as a settlement worker in BC and although I have been aware of the ongoing challenges facing immigrant professionals in finding decent work in Canada, this TED talk has really opened my eyes and inspired me to do more to help those in need. Thank you so much Mr. Bankole for this amazing talk and for sharing your story. I believe this is and will continue to help many. God bless you, sir 🙏🏾

[vonescueta]

Canada is like a 2 star hotel charging 5 star hotel rates.

[mz_oin]

Thank you Dapo for speaking about the pains of professional integration for Canadian Immigrants.

[michelleg-pv]

'When Immigrants succeed, Canadians also succeed.' Thank you so much for sharing your powerful story! All hands need to be involved in creating the future of Canada we hope to see.

[paulapgmello]

Very important that Canadians born and raised here understand what it's like for Economic Immigrants (who have good jobs, salaries and lives in their own countries and who PAY A LOT to come and to be here).
Most Immigrants know everything about what you said, but most people born in Canada don't have a clue about it. Great job spreading the word!

[MikeNiamkey-mw]

I read my Canadian immigration Struggles through your story. So heartbreaking!

[Brian-xb]

You have touched my heart. Applied to more than 500 jobs in Sweden and gave up. I now work 17 to 18 hours a day yet I had 7 years of experience in IT field. The work I do barely gives me time to rest. My IT Technician knowledge is starting to fade away. Not easy when people judge and deny you opportunity because of your background country your from or race.

[Chanecarmen]

Very relatable! I immigrated to Canada from South Africa in 2012 and have been struggling since moving here. I miss South Africa so much and haven't been able to go and visit just yet. Thank you for this video

[leonperez]

This is the story of so many people who come to Canada looking for a better future and be a positive and productive part of this society. I know of so many who end up leaving and remembering Canada as a frustrating experience. Moreover, if this is this challenging for economic immigrants, imaging refugees who come in even worse conditions and with less support. The poverty trap is real in Canada. It takes so much of you to escape that the scars are long lasting

[Jiblosh]

This deeply resonated with me and touched me on a personal level. It was profoundly moving, highlighting significant work that still lies ahead. Thank you for sharing your story Dapo👏

[Huldru]

I’ve been trying to tell my fellow Canadians this for years. We have too many well trained immigrants working as security guards, uber drivers and fast food workers. While we struggle to fill the positions they’re qualified for. It’s craziness.

[OmarTarawalli]

as a new comer to canada from africa this TED talk hits the nail on the head
a system change is needed in canada
hitting brick walls left right and center

[Pllutus]

I work in Asset protection for a warehouse, and the guy I'm training has a masters in computer science and was a manager at Amazon back in India. He applies to jobs every day, and I've had more interviews than him in the last month when I just casually apply around. There's something seriously wrong with this system because we are sitting on a huge population of highly talented and highly trained individuals, but our system would rather have them bag our groceries and work overnight security shifts, than have them in our hospitals savings lives. We need change on a wide scale.

[olenievart]

Absolutely stunning speech. Thank you, Dapo Bankole.

[AsToldByCanadianImmigrants]

Very good. Much needed & timely! The disconnect between the need for skilled immigrants and employers that need them needs to be addressed.

[flanzydias]

This topic needs to be discussed and acted on at goverment level, parliment meetings etc. For far too long, the canadian immigration system has been severely flawed and has created a class of highly qualified "labourers" (i.e. highly qualified people/immigrants working in survival/low paying jobs). We need to work actively to fix this at all levels.

[hrperspectivewithimole]

Profound insights from Dapo. I have seen this happen firsthand and experienced everything he shared, from working warehouse to Uber Delivery.. that's why I am committed to helping others in their journey and continuing to do my part. The biggest callout is to actively create opportunities for everyone within our capacity and beyond

[chinonsochukwu]

Despite having over 7 years of experience as a dental surgeon, I am struggling to find even a minimum wage job. I have been applying to at least 25 jobs a day on various platforms, tailoring my applications to highlight different experiences. It has been three months of continuous effort without success. This struggle is affecting my ability to productively study for certifications and licensing exams, especially with the pressure of the next rent payment looming. I know that things will get better with time, but it is not a good place to be right now.