Filipina hailed one of Canada's top immigrants


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Grit and determination--these are the qualities of a Filipina businesswoman who’s just been named one of Canada’s top immigrants.
Meet Agnes Miranda, a pioneer co-founder of World Financial Group of Canada and recognized by Royal Bank of Canada on this year’s list of top 25 Canadian Immigrants. 
See her story here. 

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