New Canadians Centre Release "Our Neighbourhood" Video Series Highlighting New Immigrant Stories

The New Canadians Centre is introducing stories of six newcomers who have made Nogojiwanong-Peterborough their home with its ‘Our Neighbourhood’ video series launched on Monday.

The videos delve into newcomers' unique stories and journeys.

“We’re also addressing the challenges and barriers that exist in our society,” said Mauricio Interiano, NCC community engagement officer. “We are diving deeper, confronting and shedding light on discrimination and racism. We can’t ignore these issues. We have to work together to make our neighbourhood a better place for all".”

The six participants of the video series share experiences of discrimination, micro-aggressions and systemic challenges that serve as barriers in their settlement journey and how they have navigated these challenges according to NCC.

After watching the videos, NCC asks viewers to reflect on what it means to be a good neighbour, welcome people who are new to Canada, and build a more diverse and just society for everyone.

The participants in this video series include:

Tim Nguyen, a high school student from Vietnam, a musician, and a young leader who explores the challenges of starting over in a new country with an accent.

Tashvi Menghi, a teenager from India who settled in Canada one year ago. An artist and youth activist, they want to be a support for others struggling in their settlement.

Miguel Hernandez, a Venezuelan artist who has called Canada home for nearly 10 years, and who says that art was the bright light through the challenges of immigration and settlement.

Fatma Al Ahmed, a high-school student from Syria who explores the challenges and barriers that exist for young Muslim hijabi girls like herself.

Bhisham K. Ramoutar, a newcomer from Trinidad & Tobago who highlights the value of representation in traditionally-marginalized fields and spaces.

Samantha Banton, a Jamaican poet and entrepreneur who wants to see more diverse spaces and representation, and who has taken steps to fill those gaps.

Engage with us on social media on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Tiktok, Youtube and LinkedIn. Write to us at tips@ptbocanada.com. Sign up for our newsletter here.