Canada-Based Ghanaian Graduate Shares Struggles, Ends Up Working as Gardener
- A Ghanaian with an economics and marketing degree, plus project management experience, migrated to Canada for opportunities
- Despite his impressive academic and professional background, Henry Gordon has restarted life in Canada by working as a gardener
- His inspiring video showing him fixing lawns abroad has resonated widely, sparking emotional reactions from online users
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A Ghanaian man has sparked reactions on social media after he shared his migration story, highlighting his struggles moving abroad.
Source: TikTok
His relocation story resonated with many Ghanaians, especially professionals looking for better opportunities in another country.
In a video shared on his TikTok page, the man, identified as Henry Gordon, disclosed that he had moved to Canada with the high hopes of finding greener pastures.
Canada-based Ghanaian shares career struggles
Henry, armed with a degree in economics and marketing, as well as years of experience as a certified project manager, was met with a difficult situation that led to a change of career path.
Source: TikTok
According to him, despite his impressive qualifications, he had to start over again and currently works as a gardener.
In the video, he was captured fixing lawns for clients to make ends meet. He also captured himself trimming grass and tending to gardens.
He captioned the video:
"POV: You came to Canada as a 30+ certified project manager with years of experience, also with a degree in economics and marketing, and big dreams, but they say you have to start over again somewhere."
His post struck a chord with many, as it mirrors the reality of several skilled African professionals who often find themselves working outside their fields when they relocate abroad.
Watch the video below:
Netizens applaud determined Ghanaian working in Canada
YEN.com.gh has collected reactions below from Ghanaians who watched the video on TikTok.
CONSTRUCTIONS wrote:
"It is well, my brother. God will definitely see you through."
Pryncess said:
"God will see you through. There’s always light at the end of the tunnel.💡🙏🏻"
QueenBey commented:
"It is not too late to come back home, bro. I will choose self-esteem and dignity over staying abroad. I am not doing badly in Ghana here."
B.B said:
"Your courage and humility to start over are priceless."
God’s.favourite commented:
"It gets better! Following you for when it does get better. 🥰"
User2964779079018 wrote:
"Keep on keeping, bro! All you need is just one ”yes” from one hiring manager. It’s going to be sooner than you think. Don’t give up!!! Proud of you!!!"
I_C_E Splendid commented:
"Life is a challenge, but with determination, focusing and willing you get to you DESTINATION🙏🙏🙏💯💯💯🥰. God be your strength.💯🙏"
Canada-based Ghanaian warns about relocating abroad
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that a Ghanaian based in Canada had warned others against falling for misleading job offers and scams.
Atta Kobby highlighted the 'japa' phenomenon, where scammers exploit the desire to flee economic hardship through fake opportunities.
The video sparked mixed reactions, with some Ghanaians in the diaspora agreeing with his message and others doubting his claims.
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Source: YEN.com.gh
