Al Parsai is an author, a college Instructor, and a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC). He is a Canadian citizen originally from Iran who has delivered several public speeches in Canada, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, and Iran. Al is passionate about Canada and what it has to offer to newcomers and the Canadian-born population. His main areas of interest are immigration to Canada, diversity, and cultural transition.
Al is an active volunteer and gives back to his community. Here is a list of Al's past or present volunteer activities.
My name is Alireza Parsai (aka Al Parsai). I am a Canadian citizen who is originally from Iran. I hold a Master's degree in counselling psychology, a certificate with honours in the Immigration Consultant program, and a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. I have been an instructor, author, and public speaker for the past 20 years.
I applied for immigration to Canada under Federal Skilled Worker program in 2001. While waiting for the progress of my application I received a job offer in Abu Dhabi, UAE. I accepted the offer and got hired by a private college as an instructor and promoter in January 2002. This was a thrilling transitional experience for me to enhance my language skills and get ready for the multicultural society of Canada.
My family and I landed in Canada in April 2004. I soon got a job with a computer training institute in downtown Toronto. We later moved to Chatham, Ontario because of my new job with Union Gas Ltd. as a technical writer. Despite my love and devotion to the job, I decided to start my own business in 2007. The business Investatech Inc. (o/a Parsai Immigration Services) was a new opportunity to deliver workshops and seminars in Canada and the United Kingdom. The interaction with others and also being my own boss were the main reasons behind my decision to establish my own business. I am now a business owner for almost 10 years. As a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant, I not only help people to immigrate to Canada but promote diversity and cultural sensitivity to local population.
Canada offers great opportunities to get involved with your community and volunteer your time and energy for good cause. As part of my integration process and to thank for what I have gained so far, I have got involved in many volunteer activities.
I strive to become a better Canadian every day. I also do my best to share my passion and appreciation with others via public speeches and group meetings.