Academic Excellence Recognition: A Journey of Faith and Perseverance

Receiving recognition for academic excellence from Air Canada during my graduation from the Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning program at Collège LaSalle, Montréal has been an unforgettable and deeply emotional moment. This achievement represents not just academic success, but a testament to faith, family support, and perseverance.

Recognition Letter — The recognition letter from Air Canada - A testament to hard work and dedication

The Journey

The path to this recognition has been anything but easy. After years in the professional world, returning to formal education presented its own set of challenges. However, the decision to leave Chile nearly two years ago—leaving behind our families, friends, and everything familiar to start a new chapter in Canada—added another layer of complexity to this journey.

Speaking at the Ceremony — Speaking at the graduation ceremony at Collège LaSalle, Montréal

The Support System

This recognition is not mine alone. It belongs to:

My wife and children, who have stood by me every step of the way
My parents and siblings in Chile, whose support transcended distance
The faculty at Collège LaSalle, Montréal
My classmates, whose dedication and hard work inspired me daily
Special thanks to Emile Dufour, Lyne Tremblay, and Elisa Schaeffer

With Family — Celebrating this achievement with my family - Their support made this possible

The Role of Faith

Throughout this journey, there were moments when the challenges seemed insurmountable. It was in these moments that I experienced the sustaining power of God’s love most clearly. The decision to move to Canada was not just a career move—it was a step of faith, and God has been faithful every step of the way.

Looking Forward

As I move forward into my internship at Fireraven, I do so with:

Renewed strength and joy
A heart full of gratitude
The support of an outstanding team
The confidence that comes from overcoming challenges
The knowledge that the best is yet to come

With Faculty — With the amazing faculty at Collège LaSalle - Their guidance was invaluable

Lessons Learned

This journey has taught me valuable lessons about:

The importance of family support in achieving goals
The power of faith in overcoming obstacles
The value of stepping out of your comfort zone
The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people
The rewards of perseverance and hard work

Gratitude

I want to express my deepest gratitude to:

Air Canada for this meaningful honor
Collège LaSalle, Montréal for the excellent education
My family for their unwavering support
My friends and colleagues for their encouragement
God for His constant presence and guidance

This recognition is not just an end—it’s a beginning. As I continue my journey in the field of AI and Machine Learning, I carry with me the lessons learned, the relationships built, and the faith that has sustained me through it all.

The best is indeed yet to come.