My name is Rosa; I came to Canada in 1999. I worked as an accounting clerk in past 4 years in Canada. But I got laid off in March of this year. At that time I was so depressed, and I lost my confidence. This is the first time in my life that I lost my job.

Early in June this year, I got a chance to meet Mr. Shakoori, and discussed my job situation, he assured me with confidence that NAC AND GLOBAL CHANNELS INC. can help me get back to work and in a higher-level position, which, really impressed me.

In Sept. 2003, I enrolled in a training program at North American College. Over here, I got comprehensive training in advanced bookkeeping concept; accounting softwares; GST and PST and Payroll and Canadian Taxation as well.

After I finishing my software training, I started co-op, which is actually the best part of my whole training. In co-op, I got opportunities to work with Mr. Shakoori, and couple of other Charted Accountant firms.

Mr. Shakoori customized my co-op training program on the basis of my personality traits, job descriptions, past industry experience so that I can build on my past experience and be able to get better position in the relevant industry, which was Automobile sector.

I was given real business scenarios to work on and report to the senior accountants and financial controllers. During this process I was involved in SWOT profile analysis which improved my soft skills and self confidence.

During this period I finished complete accounting cycle of bookkeeping, including GL, AP, AR, Payroll, GST and PST remittances to CCRA, trial balance, draft financial statements for various industries under the supervision of senior Charted Accountants.

After completing those assignments, my accounting knowledge, working experience and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously is amazingly improved.

As a result of that on Dec. 22, 2003, I got a job offer from GM Auto-Dealer. The position is Assistant to Controller. I am happy and excited! I got what I was promised.

I would like to thank Mr. Shakoori, Mrs. Barbara and the teaching staff of NORTH AMERICAN COLLEGE; and Global Channels. All of You enhanced my confidence on hard working and well target focused training.

"My name is Fiona. I was an accountant in China. When I moved to Toronto, as most of new immigrant, I cannot find accounting job during the first year even I have 7 years accounting experience. I sent hundreds resume but nobody call me back. I was so helpless until I found out about North America College.

North America College really helped me to find out my professional job. After 6 weeks computer accounting class, I took four weeks co-op. I used Quickbook accounting system and entered accounts payable transaction, accounts receivable transaction, and general ledge transaction. I generated trial balance, balance sheet and income statement.

After Co-op I started my job searching. When I first received call from employer regarding my resume. I was so happy. During 2 months after I sent my resume, I received 5 calls and attended 4 interviews.

Although at the beginning, I failed in my interview. North American College helped me again. Mr. Shakoori gives me lots of good advice. He advised me which questions employer will ask and how to answer it.

Barbara always encouraged me not to give up when I failed in interview. Finally I got an accounting job. I am working as Account Receivable Specialist. This is permanent job in the manufactory Industry. I really do appreciate Mr. Shakoori's for his guidance and help.

To jobseeker, my advice is to join North American College. They will really help you; Thanks to Mr. Shakoori and thanks to the management of North American College. "

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"I am a new comer from Yugoslavia. Mr. Shakoori and Mr. Chandi were very helpful to me. After finishing my Co-op, I am very satisfied and I think that everybody who comes to Canada needs to take these courses specially with Co-op, because in this way you get Canadian experience which is very important."

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"My name is Ying. I am Canadian Citizen. I will be starting my new job in Washington DC, US. from next Monday. I immigrated to Canada from China five years ago. While working for Canada Custom and Revenue Agency in Vancouver I completed my Diploma in Accounting Management.

After five years in Vancouver I moved to Toronto expecting better job opportunities. Having Canadian experience I was quite confident of getting an accounting job quickly. I sent out many resumes but got very few responses and that was a source of great depression for me.
 
I was really confused and depressed; What is wrong! Having Canadian experience, good communication skill, exposure to private and public organizations and the relevant accounting education in both Canada and China! Why can I not find a job!
 
This was the time I decided to visit North American College to seek some advice to over come this situation. I had visited the North American College two weeks after arriving in Toronto, but since I already had a Diploma in Accounting, I did not think the college could do much for me and did not join.
 
My disappointment in not being able to get a job forced me to rethink my strategy of job search. I called the North American College again and was advised by Barbara, the Course Counselor, to contact a former student of the College who had been successful in finding a job. I contacted the student who told me that the NAC would provide good assistance in job preparation and job hunting.

After speaking to this student, I finally decided to join the NAC.
 
At the NAC Mr. Shakoori assessed me for my knowledge and skills, personally and reached the conclusion that I was not deficient in knowledge of Accounting but that I had lack of confidence.
 
I was advised to join the Co-op program to get knowledge and experience of the new city of Toronto. Mr. Shakoori defined some special scenarios and situations for me to help me regain my confidence. He also gave me professional office training.

During the co-op program I was offered an Accounting job in the United States. I was extremely nervous before the interview and thought that I may fail and not be selected. When I discussed this with Mr. Shakoori, he was very understanding and gave me very valuable advice on how to conduct myself in the interview.

Mr. Shakoori and Barbara had me go through numerous mock interviews in which they asked me the kind of questions that would be asked in the interview. They also taught me the right strategy to follow during the interview.

When I went for my interview the training and advice given to me at NAC proved very helpful and successful. I was able to face the interviewer with more confidence and able to answer all the questions well. I am happy to say that I have been offered the job and accepted it. I am very happy that I made the right choice of coming to the NAC.
 
Most important asset that Mr. Shakoori taught me which I will never forget in my life

Youth is golden stage in the life cycle of human being, where one should even fight with luck! These words of Mr. Shakoori’ echo in my ears and will remain with me forever.” CHANGE WITH THE CHANGE OTHERWISE CHANGE WILL CHANGE YOU! Knowledge is Power but application of knowledge is GREAT!

I feel Mr. Shakoori, Barbara and everybody here are very helpful and professional and they are always there to help the students.
 
Thank you Mr. Shakoori, Thanks everyone in North America College. "

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"I am a new immigrant from Philippine. I am pleased to share my happiness with NAC and thank North American College and Global Channel Inc. for their support to start my career in Canada. I am working with Hudson Bay Group in the Accounting Department.

In my point of view, the Co-op program at NAC is the best in town. After four weeks at Global Channels I gained the confidence, which any employer expects from their employee.

As a new immigrant in Canada, I suggest that anyone who wants to get a job in the Accounting field should take the course at NAC with Co-op.

I would like to thank Mrs. Barbara and Mr. Shakoori for their support and encouragement for my success in Canada."

Daniela Macaveiu
Accountant
CAP-REIT Inc.
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My name is Daniela. I am a new immigrant from Romania. I'm here to thank to NAC and Global Channels for their support to start my career in Canada.

I'm starting from next week, my dream job in Corporate in the accounting department. In my opinion, the co-op program at NAC is the best program I have come across. Of the four weeks at Global channel, I gained the confidence that an employer is expecting from their employee.

As a new immigrant in Canada, I suggest that everyone who wants to get the job in accounting field should take the course with  co-op at NAC.

I would like to thank to Mr. Shakoori, to Ms. Barbara, Mr. Shalim, and Mr. Sayid for their support and encouragement for my success in Canada.

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Hi everyone my name is Iris Wu, I come from China, and In China my Major was Hospitality Management. After that I extended my study in Switzerland for four years to study Hospitality Management and Business Administration.

After I came to Canada I thought about my career opportunity in Canada and I decided to change my career from Tourism Management to Accounting.

Initially I was reluctant, but my knowledge that I acquire at North American College made me more confident to pursue my career in Accounting. I would like to mention specifically the role of the Global Channels to over come the hurdle of Canadian experience.

At Global Channels I was trained to do GST, PST, Pay Roll and Bank Reconciliation, I also analyze Account Receivable and Account Payable. I really understood the accounting Cycle.

While working with Financial Controllers and Senior Accountants I learned what Canadian employer demands from Assistant Accountants. Mr. Shakoori’s encouragement throughout my co-op was very remarkable. I will never forget the session with Mr. Sayed, Financial Controller at Global Channel who prepared me for the job requirement that I am going to do tomorrow.

I would like to thank both North American College and Global Channels for their support, training and encouragement because of which I will be able to start my Accounting career in Canada. Believe me this is not an organization but a “Hope Center”.

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Hi! My name is Anil Bhatia. I am a Charted Accountant from India and a new immigrant to Canada. Four weeks, after arriving, I realized that I would have to get Canadian work experience and that was the only way to bridge the gap between my Indian experience and skills and the expectations of Canadian employers. My search for organizations that could provide both training and the Canadian experience and make me job ready for the Canadian market brought me to the North American College where I met Mr. Shakoori, the President of the college. We had a long discussion and Mr. Shakoori, outlined to me the training schedule and the Co-op program that I would have to go through in order to make me job ready in the minimal amount of time. Having gotten the details I was convinced that the North American College was the best place for me to span the gap between my native experience and the Canadian job market.

I joined the College and began my training. First I learnt all the accounting software and then began my co-op at the college. As a first step we were introduced to a number of experienced Chartered Accountants. As part of the co-op program these CA firms gave to me a number of assignments that I was required to complete. These assignments taught me a lot about the Canadian business environment and my confidence in dealing with local accounting issues began to grow and flourish. I, very soon, felt ready to face the challenges of the Canadian market.

Mr. Shakoori then arranged a meeting for me with two job developers and consultants. They enlightened me on both the expectations of employers and how best to make use of the new training and skills that I had acquired. They also helped me develop an effective resume, highlighting my skills and the usefulness of my prior experience.

When I began sending out my resume, the responses were extremely encouraging. I was even invited to a number of interviews and in order to test my ability, I was given a number of assignments to complete. And then, I got the employed assignments very soon from accounts of an employed agency. I was finally able to find a permanent job in the travel industry.

Mr. Shakoori was extremely helpful during all this process and was kind enough to help me prepare for the interview and give me tips on how to conduct myself. My success, in landing the job owes a lot to Mr. Shakoori's continuous help and encouragement.

I now have a satisfying job in my own profession and very much settled in the Canadian environment. I plan to further upgrade my skills to advance my professional career in Canada.

My advice to new immigrants, especially those with an accounting and financial background, is not to waste time in lengthy job searches. You need somebody to train you, to guide you and to make you job ready in accordance with requirements of the Canada market. I highly recommend the North American College and consider that it is the best place to get training and the necessary experience. The staff is extremely nice and helpful and the teachers are very competent. Mr. Shakoori, especially, is very, very helpful and shows great concern for each student. My personal experience is that he helps you to gain both experience and confidence. From training to the interview he is with you all the way, guiding, counseling and encouraging you like a greatly concerned guide.

One feature, of the College, that I found most impressive was that it gives customized training and does not waste your time unnecessarily. As in my case, my accounting background was very strong, so the training was customized and more stress was laid on adapting me to the Canadian job environment. I did not have to waste too much time in repeating courses that I already knew well and I succeeded in getting a job in the minimal amount of time. So I consider the North American College to be the best place for new immigrants and is the true path to success.

In the end I must make mention of Mr. Ravi too. H is also a Chartered Accountant and we both trained together at the North American College. I am very happy to say that, like myself, he was also successful in getting a very good job. He is working in Ontario and is both successful and satisfied.

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My name is Sherry, a previous student from North American College (NAC). I came to Canada from China in 2001. Before I took course from North American College, before I came to NAC I had completed one-year business program from Centennial College, Canada. But after that I realized it's not enough to find a job, I was not sure what to do.

I am luckily that I found accounting co-op program in North American college. Within three months, I learned accounting theory knowledge and gained working experience through real company project. The Staff in the college are very responsible and patient, they try their best to help student, with their experience, students can get useful guide that 's not easy to find somewhere else. The school also has a good job search network from various resources, such as agents, previous students. I'm one of the students who get the benefit. I still remember how I got the job.

One pervious student called school for a position in her company, Mr. Shakoori and Babara recommended me and another lady to go for the interview. At that time, I wasn't so confident, but Mr. Shakoori and Babara encouraged me a lot, and helped me prepare interview, even about what clothes I should wear. Eventually I got the position, although another candidate had stronger background than me. I appreciate what I learned from North American College, the help I got from Mr. Shakoori, Babara, and other teachers, who help me have the first step in Canada, and will affect me on the way to success in my life.

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My name is Anna Pan. I came from China in 2001. In September 2002 I started pursuing my Bachelor's Degree of accounting in York University.

After I studied for 2 years, I was trying to send out resume occasionally in order to see how's the market response. But I didn't get any interviews. I realized that I didn't have accounting-related experience and don't know any accounting software.

Fortunately, one of my fellow students in York University recommended me to talk to Ms. Barbara from North American College of Business and Information Technology. Ms. Barbara discusses with me, my past experience, current situation and future goals and strongly suggest me to take computerized accounting program with Co-op.

The learning experience at North American College was very exciting and beneficiary. The professor was very experienced and patient. We got systematically trained on popular accounting software, like ACCPAC, QuickBooks Pro, Simply Accounting, and MYOB. After my software training, college arranged my co-op in an accounting firm. It was very demanding and challenging environments, where we have to work some times in reverse order and my work was directly supervised by senior Accountants.

At Global Channels I completed GST, PST, Bank Reconciliation, Payroll and general bookkeeping for various industries. I have to go to CRA, Ministry of Consumer Relation for compliance purposes.

Mr. Shakoori suggest me to improve my presentation skill, he prepared me for the interview. He also arranged my interview with job developer and learned how to survive on the job. I was exposed to the needs of employers and specific reporting procedures. As soon as I finished my co-op I started sending my resume to get the job. In 2 weeks time I got quite a few interviews, I was offered position in Accounting Department after HR department check my reference from Mr. Shakoori. I am going to join my first job in my own field at the end of this month, I am very happy with my learning experience from North American and Global Channels. It's very informative and supportive during the whole process of my job hunting. One thing makes me more gratitude is that even after I got the job offer, the school asked me to come and provided me with extra training tailored to fit the specific industry I'll be working in and made me more comfortable with the job especially at the beginning period of time.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the staffs of North American College and Global Channels. And I wish all the students in North American good luck in their future career development. My message to job hunters is to get a job you need software training and Canadian experience through some real co-op.

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Hi! And welcome to the North American College of Information Technology!
My name is Afzal and I am an experienced industry professional teaching Information Technology products and real world solutions to students looking to be successful in the I.T. field. In these volatile markets, what you need is an industry professional like myself to hand hold you along this very exciting journey of information technology.

I hold the position of a Director of Technology and Architecture at Manulife Financial - a Fortune one hundred company, this portfolio allows me to bring practical solutions to my classrooms based on World class products from Microsoft, like Microsoft Exchange, SharePoint, SQL server and more.

Other emerging technologies that we focus on include Voice over IP, Server virtualization based on VMWare Citrix, Linux and Veritas Backup exec, ALL THESE TECHNOLOGIES HAVE TAKEN THE WORLD BY STORM! NOW IS THE TIME TO INVEST IN INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS LIKE The Cisco Certified Network Associate, the Cisco Certified Voice Professional, or the MCSE from Microsoft and many other globally recognized industry certifications.

100% of my students find jobs in their fields because we prepare them to be highly marketable at interviews with strong resumes and product knowledge, our students are able to confidently answer any type of complex technical questions at job interviews and once hired they are able to exceed the expectations of their employers and because I personally have been in the industry for over ten years, I have built a very strong network base that allows me to open doors for my students.

In most cases, you will not see a job description that requires you to have knowledge about just a single product, more often than not, you will be required to demonstrate skills for various product what we do here at North American College of Information Technology is give you hands on experience on all the technological products that are making big money today and more importantly have a bright future, we also have a very strong focus on both Technical and business knowledge empowering you to seal the deal at job interviews.

Book an appointment with me today and I will give you a free one hour discovery session where I can evaluate your interests and provide to you a road map of what to focus on and more importantly what to avoid I always tell my students, a medical doctor can only work at a hospital or clinic, BUT an I.T. professional can work for the government, for a bank, a manufacturing firm, a pharmaceutical company, a hospital or any other type of industry because technology is the fundamental infrastructure of any business today.

DO NOT WAIT! Opportunity only knocks your door once. I am looking forward to meeting with you and giving you very valuable advice based on years of real world experience.

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My name is Victor Lu. I am Electrical Engineer by profession from China. I came to Canada 5 years ago. I came to Canada in a hope to find job in my own field as Electrical Engineer. But after coming to Canada, I found out that it was not easy to find the job with the back home experience. I looked for the job and sent 100’s of resume but there was no response.

I contacted with employment agencies and also ask the friend to help me to find the job. They all suggested me to get PLC and Robotic training because market requires this training. One of my friend who graduated from North American College who is on the job with good salary pay told me to go to the North American College for the PLC training. So I came to see Counsellor Barbara at North American College and I was very satisfied with her counselling. I decide to join the PLC and Robotic Program. My friend was true. The teachers are highly qualified with good industry knowledge. The laboratories are well equipped according to the latest technology that is in the market. The instructor was always there to help me.

I am grateful to Ms. Barbara, my Instructors and my friend for their guidance, encouragement and counseling. I have no hesitation in recommending the program to those who are hoping to entering the Canadian job market. In fact the sooner one starts the better. Thank you!

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Dear Mr. Shakoori,

This is my pleasure to inform you as an ex-student of your esteemed college that, I have joined with ICYNEN CHEMECAL MANUFACTURING CO in Mississauga (west) area from today February 07, 2005. In this connection, I would like to convey my sincere gratitude and thanks to you for your continuous help and guidance to update of Canadian employment skills towards job opportunity. I certainly believe and appreciate the tuition and co-op I have completed that made me confident for this employment.

Meanwhile, I wish to convey my regards and thanks to Barbara for her friendly cooperation during my study in your college.

Again, thanks to NAC.

Best regards.

Moin Alam

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