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Making Connections: insights on immigrant employment
Welcome to the first issue of 'Making Connections,' our quarterly e-newsletter focused on providing the latest trends on, and resources for, immigrant employment. You can manage your subscriptions to this and our 'Business of Inclusion: Insights for Today's Leaders' newsletter by clicking preferences at the bottom of this email.
June 2016
Alternative careers: Taking a different path to meaningful employment
Most skilled immigrants arrive in Canada hoping to find employment in occupations in line with their education and experience prior to coming to Canada. Yet for many, the challenge of this process means coming up with a back-up plan. Alternative careers can serve as an option for immigrants to use their skills and experience to gain meaningful employment. ...
The rise of the immigrant entrepreneur
Among skilled immigrants in Toronto, there is a growing emphasis on self-employment and entrepreneurship. For many new immigrants in particular, starting their own business is an attractive alternative employment strategy. So what are the resources available to immigrants interested in starting a business? ...
Get ready for the workplace of the future
The changing workplace places emphasis on employers to do what's necessary to ensure success in the current market. Over the last year, TRIEC worked with labour market analyst Tom Zizys to deepen our understanding of current and future labour market trends and their impact on employers and skilled immigrants. Find insights into the workplace of the future based on the research findings and trends that could help you strategize your job search and plan for career advancement. ...
News and updates
PINs: Building new opportunities for immigrant employment LEARN MORE >>
Changes to Ontario Ministry Cabinet: June 2016 LEARN MORE >>
Mentor Spotlight: Kanuj Gupta (courtesy: Desi News) READ MORE>>
Job fair for immigrant and Syrian refugee professionals LEARN MORE >>
Mentees needed
The Mentoring Partnership matches skilled immigrants looking for employment with established professionals. Currently, we have many mentors waiting to be matched with mentees in the following occupations:
- Lawyers
- Employment Counsellors
- Community and Social Service Workers
If you'd like to sign up, please visit our mentee information page to learn how.