Success Stories
Look who rang the bell...
It's important to celebrate every accomplishment, no matter how big or small! At Career Connections, we have a special bell you can ring to mark the moment. Celebrating every win, no matter the size, is an important part of the journey!
Sukhjinder Singh
Congratulations Sukhjinder Singh! Sukhjinder Singh has been working with Kate on his Job Search and stopped in to ring the Bell of Success! He has now started his new position with Northeastern Correctional Facility! With Sukhjinder Singh is his Case Manager, Kate MacPhee and our bell holder Jessie Falcitelli.
Marcus English
Marcus started his own business through the Self Employment Benefit (SEB) program - called Stone Feather Creations. Marcus is doing extremely well and stopped in to ring the bell of success! Congratulations Marcus! With Marcus is his Case Manager Charles Reddick. Congratulations Marcus!
Christopher Russell
Congratulations Christopher Russell !
Christopher has been working with Charles on his Job Search and stopped in to ring the Bell of Success!
He has now started his new position with
Riverview Homes! Thank you for stopping in to share your excitement!
We are so proud of you!
With Christopher, is his Case Manager, Charles Reddick.
Rozan Roddick
Congratulations Rozan Roddick !
Rozan has been working with Kate on her Job Search and stopped in to ring the Bell of Success!
She has now started her new position with McDonalds as their newest Customer Service Specialist! It was so nice to have you stop in to share your excitement and happy tears!
We are so proud of you!
With Rozan, is her Case Manager, Kate MacPhee
Jean-Luc Lewis
Jean-Luc Lewis has been working with Kate on his Job Search and stopped in to ring the Bell of Success! He has now started his new position with Pictou County Partnership as a Project Intern, Economic Growth! With Jean-Luc is his Case Manager, Kate MacPhee. Congratulations Jean-Luc!
Joe Guthro
Joe Guthro has been working with Heather on his Skills Development funding process to return to school and his job search. He stopped in to ring the Bell of Success and shared his excitement! He has now successfully completed his Class 3 training from Commercial Safety College and will be starting his new full time position locally! With Joe is our Operations Manager and Joe’s Case Manager, Heather MacIsaac. Congratulations Joe!!!
Ishmael Beans
Ishmael has been working with Charles on his Job Search and stopped in to ring the Bell of Success!
He has now started his new position with
McLean’s Flooring! It was so nice to have you stop in to share your excitement!
We are so proud of you!
Onur Eksi
Congratulations Onur Eksi!!!
Onur has recently become a Canadian Citizen .
He has been a permanent resident here in Nova Scotia for the last 13 years. He was ready for this next step to become a Canadian citizen! During the ceremony, the judge announces the exciting steps Onur then said the oath in both English and French.
He has been one of our favourite clients working on his job search (finding employment as well!) and we were so honoured to have him have his ceremony here virtually in our office.
Congratulations again Onur!
Nasif Shah
Nasif Shah has been working with Kyla on his Job Search. He stopped in to ring the Bell of Success and shared his excitement! He has now started his new position with Nova Scotia Health Authority as an Admitting Clerk! With Nasif is his Case Manager, Kyla Kirwan. Congratulations Nasif!!!
Felix Mkosi
Felix Mkosi moved to Nova Scotia recently and met with Lisa to begin his job search. He has now started his new position with Berma’s Place. He stopped in to ring the bell of success as well as to share his great smile, personality and thankfulness to all of our staff! Congratulations Felix! With Felix is Janelle Clyke, Lisa Jewell and Jessie Falcitelli. Congratulations Felix!
Jorizza Velecina-Dela Cueva
Congratulations Jorizza Velecina-Dela Cueva !
Jorizza has been working with Kate on her Job Search and stopped in to ring the Bell of Success!
She has now started her new position with Nova Scotia Health Authority as a Ward Clerk at the Aberdeen Hospital!
We are so proud of you and your kindness!
With Jorizza, is her Case Manager, Kate MacPhee
Michelle Johnston
Michelle Johnston stopped in to ring the Bell of Success after accepting a new position with CCRCE!
A special shout-out to Mary MacIntosh, Michelle’s Career Counsellor and Case Manager, who supported her on this journey (After years of helping clients, Mary is now enjoying a well-deserved retirement!)
We’re so proud of you, Michelle — best of luck in your new role!!
Michelle is pictured with her cousin Ann, Employer Engagement Specialist
at NS Works Career Connections