'I came here with $25 in my pocket': Canadian Immigrant shares her success story

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'I came here with $25 in my pocket': Canadian Immigrant shares her success story

She went from washing dishes to educating children. Our Speakers Corner spotlight shines on a Canadian immigrant now working to make the path easier for others. Pat Taney reports.

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