Celia Alves

Celia Alves, a former math teacher from Portugal, shares her inspiring journey of immigrating to Canada and reinventing herself as an Excel specialist. She discusses the emotional and bureaucratic challenges related to immigration, including their sudden crisis and decision against returning to Portugal. Celia describes her intense learning experience with Excel, how it became a therapeutic escape, and her rise as a community leader, culminating in recognition as a Microsoft MVP. Her story is a testament to resilience and the pursuit of passion.