In this episode, Oscar Cecena interviews Lalaine Aquino-Rizzotto. She moved from the Phillippines to Canada in 1990 via the Live-in Caregiver Program.

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Learn more about Lalaine Aquino-Rizzotto

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I immigrated to Toronto from Manila, the Philippines in 1990 through the Live-in Caregiver Program. I was 18. I moved because I wanted a better life for my family. I love challenges and thought this would be a good one to take on.

It wasn't just a good one. It was a HUGE one! It took me some time to adjust and adapt but I can say that it was the best decision I could have ever made. I'm very happy with the outcome and it made me the person that I am today.

Besides taking on challenges, I love to cook, play volleyball, watch our Toronto sports teams, travel with family and all the other things we used to do prior to this pandemic.!

Get in touch with Lalaine

Email: [email protected]