Thrive in Canada: Why Therapy Needs to Speak Your Language: Mental Health for Immigrants in Canada
Moving to a new country is life-changing—but not always in the ways people expect. For immigrants and long-time residents alike, adjusting to Canadian life can bring stress, anxiety, identity struggles, and emotional burnout. In this episode of Thrive in Canada, host Cherie Mercado sits down with Claudia Jones and Teresa Salazar—registered therapists and founders of Well Journey Services—to talk about mental health, […]
Thrive in Canada: How Filipino Entrepreneurs Are Thriving in CanadaThrive in Canada:
Canada is full of opportunity—but also full of challenges. For Filipino immigrants, launching or growing a small business is one of the most empowering paths to financial stability and generational wealth. But it’s also one of the hardest. That’s why Thrive in Canada sat down with two leading voices from the Philippine Canadian Chamber of Commerce (PCCC)—Julian Baruatro and Joey Bermudez—to […]
Hair-cules: Reclaiming Confidence, One Strand at a Time
Hair. It’s more than what we see in the mirror. It’s identity, self-expression, and a little something that helps us feel like ourselves. For some, it’s a fashion statement; for others, it’s a connection to their culture or even a way to rebuild confidence after a difficult journey. In Hair-cules, I stepped into the world of […]
Rent Lower in Toronto: A Temporary Relief or a New Trend?
Toronto renters, there’s some good news—sort of. The average rent in Toronto has hit a 28-month low, offering some relief to tenants in one of Canada’s most expensive rental markets. But before celebrating, there’s a catch: rents, while lower than last year, are still significantly higher than they were two or three years ago. Toronto’s […]
Canada Stricter on Tourist Visas
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Filipino TV (@filipinotvofficial) Canada’s Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently introduced changes in its visitor visa issuance policy, giving immigration officers more flexibility in assessing individual applications. Previously, a 10-year multiple-entry visa, or a visa that aligned with the validity of a passport, was […]
Movement Matters: My Fitness Journey
Cherie’s transformative journey through various sports and activities reveals the importance of physical wellness for her and her family. A vibrant sports facility in the heart of Markham, Ontario, plays a central role in this adventure, featuring insights from a Badminton Olympian as a bonus! Cherie grew up in the Philippines, where after-school hours meant […]
Dahon sa Taglagas
A simple glimpse into autumn scenery, exploring the beauty of fall, why leaves change colour, and why autumn is the favourite season of many. There’s something magical about autumn in Canada, especially for a newcomer experiencing fall colors for the first time. On a crisp Friday morning, I set out on a drive to witness […]
