How Learning French Helped Sunny Build His Life in Canada š®š³š
- Canada Student Network Podcast
- Nov 19
- 3 min read
Moving to a new country is already a big step. But for Sunny, coming from India to study his MBA in Vancouver became a journey full of unexpected lessons ā especially one that changed his future completely: the power of learning a new language.
Today, Sunny works as a Program Assistant at University Canada WestĀ and as a French Instructor at CELC, helping other students grow the same way he did. His story is a reminder that small skills can create big opportunities.
In this blog, we break down Sunnyās experience in Canada, how he learned French again after many years, and the surprising doors that opened because of it.
Starting Over in Vancouver
Sunny arrived in Vancouver to pursue his MBA at University Canada West (UCW). Like many international students, he had mixed feelings ā excitement, nerves, and the pressure of building a new life from scratch.
He began focusing on school, part-time work, and adjusting to the pace of the city. Vancouver was different from India in many ways: the weather, the culture, and especially the way people communicate.
But one skill from his past slowly started to reappear.
Sunny had learned a bit of French years before. Back then, he didnāt think much about it. But as he settled in Vancouver, he started hearing more about how French could help with immigration and career opportunitiesĀ in Canada.
That curiosity changed everything.
How French Became His Path to Permanent Residency
One of the most inspiring parts of Sunnyās story comes from a simple decision:He decided to brush up the French he had learned a long time ago.
A few months later, something incredible happened.
Because of his French language results, Sunny became eligible for Permanent Residency (PR)Ā ā a goal many international students dream of.
āI just brushed up all the French that I know from before, and then I managed to get my PR because of French language.ā
For him, it wasnāt just about immigration. It was about confidence, growth, and realizing how valuable language skills can be in Canada.
How French Opened Doors to Global Career Opportunities
Sunny didnāt stop at getting PR.
By improving his French, he started receiving opportunities from well-known companies ā the kind of places many students only dream of working with:
IBM
Wipro
Ernst & Young (EY)
These were companies that valued bilingual professionals, and Sunny had exactly what they
were looking for.
āBecause of French language, I got a chance to work with companies like IBM, Wipro, and Ernst & Youngā¦ itās all because of French language.ā
Today, he teaches French at CELC and helps students understand how life-changing a second language can be.
Sunnyās Simple Advice for Learning a New Language
Sunny believes anyone can learn a language ā even if they are busy with school or work.
His tip is straightforward:
Learn 2,000ā3,000 basic words, listen to music in the language, and practice with someone who has already learned it.
He says consistency is more important than perfection. Even 10 minutes a day can make a difference.
His message to other international students is clear:A new language doesnāt just help you communicate ā it can change your career, student life, and future in Canada.
Conclusion: Small Skills Can Change Your Life
Sunnyās story is a great example of how international students can build meaningful careers by staying open to new learning opportunities.
He didnāt expect French to play such a big role in his Canadian journey. But it became the key that unlocked:
Permanent Residency
Job opportunities
Confidence
A new professional path
A chance to help others learn
His experience shows that even skills from your past ā the ones you think don't matter anymore ā can become powerful tools in a new country.
How Learning French Helped Sunny Build His Life in Canada š®š³š
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