Newcomers to Canada have some of the richest stories of all; whether arriving here as a refugee, landed immigrant or other status, the stories often involve having to jump many hurdles to come and settle here. While the stories have impact on the viewer, it is the experiences of telling them that can be life-changing.

The recent enthusiasm to hear immigrants tell their stories is a positive step for Canada, and will bring us towards a better understanding of the shared experiences that make up our collective identity. As anyone with a good storyteller in their family knows, a compelling story warrants being told over, and over, and over again.