Once welcome, now worried

Gurnam Singh Dodd arrived in Canada in 1976, initially settling in southern Ontario before relocating to Edmonton, where he found his current home. At the time, Alberta was experiencing a booming economy driven by soaring oil and gas prices, making it an attractive destination for newcomers. Dodd's foresight in moving to Alberta has proven to be a wise decision, as he has built a successful life and career in his adopted province, contributing to its growth and development.

Dodd's journey illustrates the positive impact that immigrants can have on a community, and the sense of pride that comes from being a proud Albertan.