This episode was originally broadcast on August 10, 2021.

Karla Medina moved to Canada from Venezuela worried about her life. She didn't know when she arrived that she had a case to apply as a refugee.

She talks about resources that people in her situation should know and use. And also how, after everything she went through, she was able to get a job that she loves.

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Learn more about Karla Medina

Karla Medina

I am a Venezuelan journalist that immigrated to Canada 8 years ago when people from the Venezuelan government threatened my life. Being a crime news reporter in Venezuela is probably one of the most dangerous jobs.

In Canada, I had two beautiful daughters. They are now four and five years old, went back to school, graduated with a high GPA, and changed the path of my life from chaos to success.

Get in touch with Karla

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/karlamedina07/Instagram: @karla_mdinaFacebook: facebook.com/Karlitabella07

Other resources mentioned

Woodgreen Community Services: woodgreen.org