Profile of Ava

The unplanned expat blogger behind Iquv Ozeli Wma

Ava Thompson - Founder of Iquv Ozeli Wma Photo: Iquv Ozeli Wma

Hey, I'm Ava

I am a project manager, a parent, and an expat living in Toronto, Canada.

A few years back I moved here with my family. What began as a temporary assignment gradually became a new chapter of life overseas.

How It Started

Moving to Canada wasn’t in our long-term plan. Like many relocations for work, it began as an opportunity and soon grew into something much larger.

The initial months were demanding — new systems, new routines, new expectations. Everyday tasks seemed more difficult than they should.

City skyline in Toronto, Canada
Life in Toronto brings its surprises. Photo: Iquv Ozeli Wma

The Adjustment Period

Culture shock, uncertainties, and a lot of hands-on learning were part of it. Yet over time, routines settled. We found places that fit our needs, connected with other families, and began shaping something that felt steady.

Why I Built Iquv Ozeli Wma

Most information online was either corporate relocation tips or shallow tourism content. What lacked was an honest, everyday family perspective.

This site aims to fill that gap — practical guidance drawn from real life in Canada.

What This Site Represents (And What It Does Not)

This site IS:

  • Hands-on insights from living in Canada
  • Centered on family life and everyday experiences
  • Updated when actual changes occur

This site ISN'T:

  • A resource for tourism authorities
  • A platform for sponsored reviews
  • A generic travel blog

Looking Forward

Our stay in Canada goes on, and so does the learning process. As long as the information remains useful, I’ll continue documenting what we find.

If you have questions about family life in Toronto or anywhere in Canada, feel free to contact me.

Best wishes,

Ava

Toronto, Canada