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By Ivy Chiu, Senior Director, Newcomer Strategy, RBC
As 2017 approaches year end, the opportunity to reflect on the year that has past and set new goals for 2018 is a way to start the New Year off right.
In Canada, a common tradition at the end of each year is to set ‘New Year’s Resolutions’; these are personal goals or commitments that improve one’s behaviour or lifestyle in some way during the year ahead....

by Ivy Chiu, Senior Director, Cultural Markets, RBC
In June Canadian Immigrant Magazine presented the RBC Top 25 Immigrant Awards to winners across Canada. Two additional awards were handed out to youth and entrepreneur recipients. While at the Gala Event in Toronto, I was inspired by the stories of determination...

We’ve all felt the emotional highs and lows that come with job hunting. If you are new to the city or country, those emotions of excitement and angst may intensify as you search for a job in an unfamiliar market.
“Deciding to leave the familiar and move to a new country is a major decision,” says Ivy Chiu, Senior Director, Cultural Markets, RBC. “Taking steps to build your network before you begin your job search will help set you up for success in today’s labour...

by Ivy Chiu, Senior Director, Cultural Markets, RBC
Like many recent graduates, Ishita Aggarwal is excited about her future. In her 24 years, she has already accomplished much. She moved to Canada at the age of five, recently completed her undergrad degree at University of Toronto studying cell and molecular...