My name is Mina Kim. I was born in South Korea and lived there until I graduated high school. I visited Canada to learn English and fell in love with the beautiful nature of the country, it is because of that I decided to make the move to Canada. I knew Canada would be a good fit – even if we do have -25°C winter weather.
I first settled in Toronto and worked at a coffee shop. It was a simple job, but even a routine conversation with customers was difficult. Now, I have made my home in Fergus within Wellington County, where I run my own restaurant of 12 years, Ikiru Sushi, alongside my husband.
“Fergus is a great place to enjoy the advantages of cities a short drive away, while experiencing the benefits of small-town life.”
I knew I would not be able to work long hours in the city with young children, so the small-town setting of Fergus seemed right for us. Today, my children have grown up and are students in high school and university. I am proud of what I have accomplished here. It was hard, but with help from the Wellington County community, I managed to successfully balance working and raising my children at the same time.
My favorite place in the County is along the riverside behind the Fergus Library. The Grand River is such a beautiful place with the many trails in Fergus and Elora. Walking on quiet trails with my dog Blu, surrounded by trees is magical, especially in the fall. I enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and quality of life that the community offers.
Fergus is a great place to enjoy the advantages of cities a short drive away, while experiencing the benefits of small-town life. As an immigrant, my time in this town has allowed me to learn and experience so many new things. I feel as though I have grown as a person because of this.
