Five years ago, I stood at this exact place with more questions than answers. I wasn’t a PR. I didn’t know if I’d be able to pay my fees. I didn’t know if I’d find a job. I didn’t know if Canada would ever feel like home. There were days I questioned whether I should stay or go back. Today, I came back to this same place in 2026. As I stood here, I couldn’t help but smile. In these five years, I got my PR, worked different jobs—from part-time shifts to full-time roles, from labour jobs to building a career. I started my own business, made investments, created passive income, and built a life that once felt impossible. I came here hoping for a better future. What I found was more than I ever expected. This place will always remind me where my journey started. Maybe a few years from now, I’ll come back again—not to relive the struggle, but to appreciate how far I’ve come. If you’re an international student or someone going through a difficult phase, don’t give up because of where...