This is a beautiful, truthful article about your life before and after arriving in Canada.  I try to imagine how disorienting it all must have been and enjoy this glimpse into your world, though I know it can't possibly represent the thousand moments of misgiving, elation, deflation and joy..  Thank you for writing.  My feeling is that Canada has always been the net beneficiary in terms of the talent, education and experience among those who arrive here.  My greatest wish is that you and all Canadians will have sufficient opportunities to exercise  those gifts and contribute in ways that will help you and all around you.  All the very best in 2017.