"New immigrants may be unfamiliar with BC building codes, by-laws and regulations, and construction knowledge specific to our Canadian climate. For example, it’s important to be familiar with woodframe construction, building envelope (exterior), waterproofing and thermal insulation." [Continue]
“You can’t just stop contributing cold turkey when your whole life has been around making a difference,” says Paul Kjekstad, a recently retired elementary school teacher. After teaching for 33 years in the Coquitlam School District, Kjekstad now volunteers his time mentoring two newcomer teachers at Mentoring Connections. “Having been in the profession for so long, you think you don’t have anything left to share, but you do. You have a lot to share,” adds Kjekstad. [Continue]