Sikhia Mentor Database

Registered Practical Nurse

Mohawk College
Bachelor of Science, Nursing

Gurvir Kaur is a Registered Practical Nurse, in the process of becoming a Registered Nurse, and currently working with CAMH - Centre for Addiction & Mental Health. Before starting her professional career, she completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Mohawk College. Outside of work and school, Gurvir is a fan of the Vancouver Canucks and enjoys watching Prison Break.

Healthcare

Gurvir K Grewal

Panjab University (Chandigarh)
Bachelor of Commerce

Inderjeet Singh is a self-employed Financial Advisor at Horizon Financial Solutions Inc. where he engages in Life insurance, Tax Accounting, and Bookkeeping. He completed his Bachelor of Commerce at Panjab University in Chandigarh. His favourite quote comes from his father-in-law who emphasized, "If you lose wealth you have lost nothing, if you lose health you have lost something, but if you lose character then you have lost everything."

Accounting

Finance

Consulting

Inderjeet Singh Grewal

Financial Advisor

Senior Business Consultant

University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Science

York University - Schulich School of Business
Master of Business Administration

Harprit Singh is a Senior Business Consultant in E-Commerce with Canadian Tire. In this position, he was recently tasked with helping launch Canadian Tire’s online Click and Collect service for customers. Harprit Singh’s responsibilities also include leveraging technology to make stores more labour-efficient and creating reporting measures + reports to determine how Canadian Tire is performing nationally and by store. During his spare time, Harprit Singh enjoys playing and coaching soccer with the Northern Lions Football Club.

Consulting

Business

Harprit Singh Brar

Elementary School Teacher

York University
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Kinesiology and Health Science

University of Waterloo
Doctor of Optometry

Karanveer Singh is a self-employed Optometrist with Comprehensive Vision Care. Before starting his professional career he Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Kinesiology and Health Science at York University and a Doctor of Optometry from the University of Waterloo. Karanveer's advice to young students is "can’t learn without making mistakes."

Healthcare

Science

Karanveer Singh Kamra

Optometrist

Milton, Ontario

University of Toronto
Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Ontario Tech University
Bachelor of Education

Amanpreet Kaur is an elementary school teacher with the Peel District School Board. She obtained her Bachelor of Science (Honours) from the University of Toronto before completing her Bachelor of Education at Ontario Tech University (formerly known as UOIT). Amanpreet's advice to young students is to "do what makes you happy and never stop learning and growing both professionally and personally."

Education

Amanpreet Kaur Toor

York University
Bachelor of Public Administration

Vajinder Singh is a Mortgage Specialist at the Bank of Montreal (BMO) and is a York University graduate where he completed his Bachelor of Public Administration. He is able to service clients Canada-wide and often travel to build new relationships.

Banking

Finance

Consulting

Vajinder Singh Mukkar

Mortgage Specialist

Certified Credit Professional

University of Guelph-Humber
Bachelor of Business Administration

Nimratvir Kaur is a Certified Credit Professional with King Truck Loan & Leasing Inc. She started at this company as a Credit Analyst and now works as a Manager where she oversees the day-to-day operations and helps clients find suitable solutions for their financial needs. Before beginning her professional career she completed her Bachelor of Business Administration at the University of Guelph-Humber.

Finance

Operations Management

Consulting

Nimratvir Kaur Bhangoo

Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson)
Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice with Minor in English

University of Windsor
Juris Doctor

Jasroop Singh is currently working as an Associate at GS Brar Law, a firm specializing in real estate, wills and estate, and civil litigation. He recently graduated from the University of Windsor's Law Faculty and was called to the Bar earlier this year. In addition, Jasroop Singh is a passionate football fan, due to his roots in the UK.

Law

Jasroop Singh Billen

Lawyer

McMaster University
Bachelor of Commerce, Economics

Amanpreet Kaur is a senior analyst in finance and planning at Scotiabank, where she collaborates with a team to develop annual budgets and implement quarterly adjustments for two business units: Scotiabank Business Service Centre and Retail Service Centre. Additionally, Amanpreet assists the Senior Vice President of her department with governance control. Outside of work, Amanpreet volunteers as an ambassador for United Way at Scotiabank and with Junior Achievement Canada, where she focuses on educating middle school students about financial literacy.

Finance

Banking

Amanpreet Kaur Dhaliwal

Compensation Consultant

Abbotsford, British Columbia

University of the Fraser Valley
Bachelor of Science

University of Toronto
Bachelor of Science, Medical Radiation Sciences (Radiation Therapy)

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Advanced Certification, MRI

Harleen Kaur is a Radiation Therapist working with the Nova Scotia Health Authority. She completed her Bachelor of Science from the University of the Fraser Valley before moving to Toronto to complete her Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiation Sciences (Radiation Therapy) at the University of Toronto. She also received her Advanced Certification in MRI from the British Columbia Institute of Technology. She fondly remembers her clinical research in Radiation Therapy for which she was awarded Researcher of the Year, and her findings were published in a journal.

Healthcare

Science

Harleen Kaur Dhillon

Radiation Therapist

York University
Bachelor of Arts

York University
Bachelor of Education

Amrit Kaur is currently serving as the Vice Principal at Phoebe Gilman Public School in the York Region District School Board. She completed both her Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education at York University. before becoming a teacher, Amrit Kaur pursued a variety of teaching opportunities driven by her passion for education and student development. For instance, as a student at the Yudh Gatka Akhara, a martial arts academy in the Greater Toronto Area, she took the chance to teach beginners. Additionally, Amrit taught Kirtan, Gurbani Santhia, and Gurmukhi to youth in Brampton, ON. During her time at York University, she also volunteered with ACE, a program that motivates children from disadvantaged neighbourhoods to further their education by visiting university settings and participating in seminars and workshops.

Education

Amrit Kaur

Vice Principal

Simon Fraser University
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours)

University of Birmingham
Specializations in Finance and Human Resources Management

University of British ColumbiaBachelor of Laws (Honours)

Balpreet Singh is an Associate Lawyer in Commercial Litigation at Turner & Co. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) with a specialization in Finance and Human Resources Management from Simon Fraser University before travelling to the UK to pursue his Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at the University of Birmingham. Upon returning to Canada, Balpreet completed his Master of Laws in Common Law from the University of British Columbia.

Law

Balpreet Singh Khatra

Lawyer

Head of Email & Retention

Manchester Metropolitan University
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Retail Marketing Management

Oxford College/Oxford College
CIM Professional Post Graduate Diploma, Marketing

Das Singh is the Head of Email and Retention at CouponFollow, where he focuses on customer retention, engagement, and loyalty. He earned his Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Retail Marketing Management from Manchester Metropolitan University before receiving his CIM Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing at the University of Wolverhampton's Oxford College of Marketing.

Marketing

Human Resources

Das R Singh

Burlington, Ontario

York University
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Human Rights and Equity Studies with a Minor in Anthropology

Queen's University
Juris Doctor

Gurjiwan Singh Brar is a Lawyer and Founder of GS Brar Law, a Real Estate and Civil Litigation firm. He completed his Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Human Rights and Equity Studies with a Minor in Anthropology at York University where he fondly remembers his time at the Sikh Students Association and organizing the Sikh Human Rights Week. After his undergraduate studies, he completed his Juris Doctor at Queen's University's Faculty of Law. His message to young students is "Nothing is more important than integrity and your reputation.

Law

Business

Gurjiwan Singh Brar

Founder of GS Brar Law

Carleton University
Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management

Carleton University
Master in Political Management

Vermont Law School
Juris Doctor

Kirpa Kaur is a Policy Analyst with the Public Health Agency of Canada and is pursuing her Juris Doctor at the Vermont Law and Graduate School. Before this, she completed her Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management at Carleton University and her Master of Political Management at Carleton University. In her spare time, Kirpa enjoys involving herself in community advocacy and cheering for the Toronto Raptors.

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Kirpa K. Grewal

Policy Analyst

Brock Univeristy
Bachelor of Business Adminstration, Information Systems

Harman Singh is an accomplished Realtor and Marketer at Remax Millennium, holding a Bachelor of Business Administration in Information Systems from Brock University. With his expertise in real estate and marketing, Harman has assisted numerous clients in realizing their dream homes while maximizing their investments. Along with his professional achievements, Harman also serves as a mentor to young students, encouraging them to derive wisdom from their experiences, including their traumas. This valuable lesson has helped many students develop a positive outlook on life and attain their objectives.

Real Estate

Business

Marketing

Arts

Harman Singh Heir

Realtor and Marketer

Talent Acquisition Specialist

University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Arts and Business
(Major in Social Development Studies)
(Minor inHuman Resource Management)

Navdeep Kaur started her career as a Talent Acquisition Specialist at Loblaw shortly after graduating from the University of Waterloo. Her main focus is on recruiting for the management and loss prevention teams and seeking out prospective franchise owners. Navdeep Kaur took advantage of multiple co-op opportunities before joining Loblaw. She completed an eight-month internship at Microsoft as a Public Relations Associate and worked as a Career Advisor Assistant at the University of Waterloo. Additionally, she travelled to the University of Sheffield in England for a four-month exchange during the fall of 2016. Navdeep Kaur recommends that students take advantage of such opportunities as they helped her grow, become more independent, and learn indispensable life skills.

Human Resources

Administration

Navdeep Kaur Lehl

University of Calgary
Bachelor of Arts, Economics

University of Windsor
Juris Doctor

Jasdeep Singh is a Lawyer currently working as an Associate with Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP's Calgary office. As an Associate with Fasken, he works in the Banking and Finance practice group. He completed his Bachelor of Arts in Economics at the University of Calgary before completing his Juris Doctor at the University of Windsor's Faculty of Law. As a Calgary native, he enjoys cheering for the Calgary Flames and the Los Angeles Lakers.

Law

Banking

Finance

Jasdeep Singh Nijjer

Lawyer

Calgary, Alberta

University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Applied Science, Civil Engineering

Hemant Bains is currently employed by the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure as a Highway Design Engineer. In his role, he plays an important part in the development and maintenance of British Columbia’s transportation infrastructure, by designing stormwater management systems to effectively mitigate flooding risks and ensure long-term resilience. Motivated by a genuine passion for creating positive societal impact, he strives to make meaningful contributions to the prosperity and well-being of communities. Through his work, he aims to support their growth and resilience, ensuring reliable transportation and infrastructure systems that meet the evolving needs of our society.

Engineer

Hemant Bains

Highway Design Engineer

Wilfred Laurier University
Bachelor of Business Administration

Imanjit Singh is a part of the Management group with a focus on Business Development at Leather Living Furniture in Brampton, ON. He completed his Bachelor of Business Administration at Wilfred Laurier University. While giving advice to young students he quotes Charlier Munger who says "Spend each day trying to be a little wiser than you were when you woke up. Day by day, and at the end of the day if you live long enough like most people, you will get out of life what you deserve.”

Business

Imanjit Singh

Management

Chiropractor and Entrepreneur

Amity University
Bachelor of Technology, Civil Engineering

Concordia University
Master of Engineering, Civil Engineering

Masha Kundal is a Civil Engineer, currently working with construction specialists. She received her Bachelor of Technology (CE) from Amity University before completing her Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering at Concordia University.

Engineering

Masha Kundal

Civil Engineer

Toronto, Ontario

University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology (Co-op)

Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
Doctor of Chiropractic

Manpreet Kaur is a self-employed Pediatric and Pregnancy Chiropractor and Owner of Kaur Chiropractic & Family Wellness Centre. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Waterloo before attending Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College to receive her Doctor of Chiropractic. Her favourite tv shows are guided by her entrepreneurial instincts as she enjoys watching Shark Tank, Dragon's Den, and Friends. Her advice to young students is "Let go of your limiting beliefs and see where life takes you."

Healthcare

Science

Manpreet Kaur

McMaster University
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Biology and Environmental Science with Minor in Geographic Information Systems

University of Waterloo
Master of Science, Geography with Specialization in Geomatics

Manpreet Singh is a recent graduate from the University of Waterloo’s Master of Science in Geography program with a specialization in Geomatics. He obtained his Honours Bachelor of Science in Biology from McMaster University, where he was also the President of the Sikh Students Association. Manpreet Singh spent two years working at the Spatial Decision Support Lab as a Web App Developer, and is also a Sikhia alumni from the Class of 2017.

Science

Data Analyst

Manpreet Singh Chahal

Design Technologist

University of Delhi
Bachelor of Commerce

Auckland University of Technology
Diploma in Business

Pavneet Singh currently works as a consultant with Vas-Tum Inc. Pavneet Singh completed his Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Delhi, and went on to complete his Post Graduate Diploma in Business at the Auckland University of Technology. His advice to young students is "never stop learning and stay humble."

Consulting

Business

Pavneet Singh

Startup Consultant

University of Toronto
Bachelor of Science

University of Toronto
Doctor of Dental Surgery

Saajan Singh is a Dentist at Starlight Dental and a graduate of the University of Waterloo where he completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery. Before completing his post-graduate studies, he received his Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto. A former Leafs fan, Saajan Singh has transitioned into Raptors fandom and has also been a networking guest at multiple Sikhia Career Development Retreats. His advice to young students is "Be the change that you want to see in other people."

Healthcare

Science

Saajan Singh

Dentist

Woodbridge, Ontario

University of Toronto
Doctor of Pharmacy

Baljot Kaur is a Clinical Pharmacist at Brampton Civic Hospital and a graduate of the University of Toronto, where she received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree. She is a fan of Liverpool FC and the Toronto Maple Leafs and enjoys watching Game of Thrones and Vikings in her spare time. Her message to young students is, "Always have fun!"

Healthcare

Science

Baljot Kaur Goraya

Clinical Pharmacist

University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

After completing his mechanical engineering degree, Rajjot Singh began his career as a noise and vibration consultant at HGC Engineering. In this position, he focused on providing consulting services to mitigate noise from major roadways and industrial sources near new and existing residential and commercial developments. After a number of years with HGC, Rajjot Singh went on to pursue his passion for business start-ups and joined HelloFresh – a publicly traded meal kit delivery service based in Berlin, Germany. Starting off as an Operations Analyst in 2017, he went on to earn four promotions and currently serves as a Senior Project Manager. Outside of the workplace, Rajjot Singh enjoys playing sports, investing in the stock market, and researching new technologies and emerging start-ups.

Engineering

Product Management

Operations Management

Rajjot Singh Arora

Senior Project Manager

Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Bachelor of Art

University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Education

Queen's University
Post-Grad Certificate, Special Education

Gagan Singh currently works as a High School Teacher with the Surrey School District. He completed his Bachelor of Arts at the Kwantlen Polytechnic University and his Bachelor of Education at the University of British Columbia before receiving his Post-Grad Certificate in Special Education at Queen's University.

Education

Gagan Singh Purewal

High School Teacher

University of Western Ontario
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology

Japneet Kaur is a Human Resources Director at Blu Ivy Group, a mid-sized employment consultant in Downtown Toronto. She received her Bachelor of Arts at the University of Western Ontario and later obtained her Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation. Additionally, she completed a project management certification. Her advice to young students is "You are not growing unless you are changing things up!"

Human Resources

Administration

Japneet Kaur Gill

HR Director

Burlington, Ontario

Mcmaster UniversityBachelor of Arts, Sociology (Honours)Humber CollegeHuman Resources Management

Davinder Kaur is a Human Resources Professional who currently serves as the Acting Director for Talent Acquisition at Scotiabank. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Sociology from McMaster University before studying Human Resources Management at Humber College. Davinder's advice to young students is to "be your true authentic self every day in every situation, and don't let your audience dictate who the real you is."

Human Resources

Administration

Davinder Kaur Hundal

HR Professional

Vancouver, British Columbia

University of Toronto
Bachelor of Commerce, Specialist in Economics

Gursheel Singh is an Accountant and currently works as a Senior Financial Analyst with Canadian Tire. He completed his Bachelor of Commerce, with s Specialist in Economics from the University of Toronto. Gursheel enjoys watching Game of Thrones and his advice to young students is "God only helps those who help themselves."

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Gursheel Singh Aulakh

Senior Financial Analyst

Toronto, Ontario

Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Entrepreneurship Leadership

Simran Singh is a Residential Real Estate Realtor at Keller Williams Ocean Realty, based in British Columbia. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Entrepreneurship from Kwantlen Polytechnic University, where he also represented the Men's Soccer team and participated in national-level competitions.

Business

Real Estate

Simran Singh Grewal

Realtor

University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Accounting and Financial Management (Honours), Co-op

Harmanpreet Kaur is a Financial Consultant with a focus on Corporate Finance and Reporting at William Osler Health System. She completed her Bachelor's (Honours) in Accounting and Financial Management with Co-op at the University of Waterloo before receiving her CPA designation. Harmanpreet also owns a small calligraphy business called Kalam Collective.

Finance

Accounting

Harmanpreet Kaur Sandhu

Financial Consultant

University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

University of Victoria
Master of Social Work (in progress)

Navkiran Kaur is a Manager of Family Engagement for Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver and currently completing her Master's in Social Work at the University of Victoria (UVic). She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of British Columbia, and has been in the non-profit sector for over a decade!

Administration

Navkiran Kaur Brar

Not-for-Profit Manager

University of Waterloo
Bahcelor of Engineerng, Management Engineering

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Decision Sciences and Engineering

Milanpreet Kaur is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Decision Sciences and Engineering at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Prior to this, she completed her Bachelor in Management Engineering at the University of Waterloo. Milanpreet is also a graduate of the Sikhia Career Development Retreat's Class of 2018.

Engineering

Data

Milanpreet Kaur

PhD Student

Investments & Real Estate Investor

University of Toronto (Mississauga)
Accounting Specialist and Economics Major

Iqbal Singh is an Accountant and Real Estate Investor and currently works as the Manager of Investments at the Actra Fraternal Benefit Society. He completed his undergraduate studies as an Accounting Specialist and Economics major at the University of Toronto's Mississauga campus before completing his CPA designation in Ontario.

Accounting

Finance

Real Estate

Iqbal Singh Brar

University of Toronto
Business Finance and Economics

York University
Post Graduate Degree

Gaganjot Kaur currently works as a Private Banking Compliance Officer with CIBC. She completed her Bachelor's degree in Business Finance and Economics before completing her Post-Graduate studies at York University. Gaganjot's advice to young students is that it’s not how you intended it that matters, but how it was received."

Finance

Consulting

Banking

Gaganjot Sidhu

Compliance Officer

Paralegal & Office Manager

York University
Bachelor of Arts, Human Rights and Equity Studies, and Political Science

Karanjit Singh is a Paralegal and Office Manager at GS Brar Law in Brampton, ON. Before starting his professional career, he completed his Bachelor of Arts in Human Rights and Equity Studies, as well as Political Science at York University before receiving his Paralegal studies degree from Ontario Tech University. In his free time, Karanjit enjoys watching the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors play, and he advises young students to "never lose faith."

Law

Administration

Karanjit Singh Bhathal

Intermediate Full Stack Developer

Sheridan College
Software Development and Network Engineering (Co-op)

Onkar Singh is a Software Developer and currently works as an Intermediate Full Stack Developer at Indellient. He completed his Software Development and Network Engineering studies with co-op at Sheridan College. Onkar enjoys cheering for the Indian cricket team and his advice to young students is "Don't take yourself too seriously and just do the work!"

Engineer

Technology

Onkar Singh

Toronto, Ontario

McMaster University
Bachelor of Science, Major in Biology

McGill University
Diploma, Clinical Research

McMaster University
Bachelor of Health Sciences, Physician Assistant

Harvir Kaur currently practices as a Physician Assistant (PA) at a family medicine clinic in Brampton, ON where she serves patients by obtaining medical histories, doing physical exams, ordering necessary blood work and imaging, as well as prescribing medications. During her free time, Harvir Kaur enjoys travelling wherever she can find a hill or mountain to climb. For others that enjoy the outdoors, she recommends the Choquequirao Hike in Peru – a ten-day journey with history embedded along the way.

Healthcare

Science

Doctor

Harvir Kaur Hans

Physician Assistant

Accountant & Financial Analyst

University of Toronto (Mississauga)
Bachelor of Commerce, Specialization in Accounting

Brock University
Master of Accountancy

Gurjeet Kaur is an Accountant currently working as a Financial Analyst with Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. She completed her Bachelor of Commerce with a Specialization in Accounting at the University of Toronto Mississauga campus before receiving her Master of Accountancy at Brock University. Shortly after, she received her CPA designation as well. Her advice to young students is "Seek value in feedback and criticism."

Finance

Accounting

Gurjeet Kaur Billen

Quantitative Trading Developer and Portfolio Manager

Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson)
Bacehlor of Science, Financial Mathematics

Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson)
Master of Science, Applied Mathematics

Harjas Singh is a self-employed Investment Manager currently working as a Quantitative Trading Developer and Portfolio Manager. He completed both his Bachelor of Science in Financial Mathematics and Master of Science in Applied Mathematics at Ryerson University. He has studied a wide array of hard sciences and counseled many students along the way, so he is very open to providing academic or professional career guidance to aspiring Sikh professionals.

Finance

Accounting

Harjas Singh

Niagara Falls, Ontario

University of the Fraser Valley
Bachelor of Science, Nursing

Jasmin Kaur is a Critical Care Nurse working in the Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department, and the Cardiac Unit at Fraser Health. Other than working with her nursing unit she was able to train and participate in three half marathons with them as well! Jasmin completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of the Fraser Valley and has recently worked as a travelling nurse in Toronto as well.

Healthcare

Jasmin K Sandhu

Critical Care Nurse

Abbotsford, British Columbia

Centennial College
Diploma, Truck and Coach Technician Co-op

Gurpreet Singh is 310T Licensed Mechanic and currently works as a Garage Foreman at Purolator where he is responsible for scheduling and diagnosing repairs, reviewing Preventative Maintenance lists to ensure timely servicing, and supervising the repair process. For students interested in becoming mechanics, Gurpreet Singh recommends choosing a dealership (such as Volvo, Kenworth, Freightliner, and so on) for apprenticeship as they provide more hands-on experience and online/in-class training. For the long term, he would advise up-and-coming mechanics to strive for larger federal, provincial, or municipal companies such as Go Transit or the TTC. In short, they provide many more opportunities for promotion, growth, and career advancement.

Trades

Automotive

Gurpreet Singh Toor

Garage Foreman