Moving to a new country can be very exciting and challenging at the same time, and these are common feelings experienced by many immigrants who come to Canada.

The YMCA Newcomer Information Centre recognizes the expectations and challenges faced by the newcomers to Canada. On the one hand, the dream of all the new possibilities and expectations of a better life ahead, on the other the challenge of leaving part of ourselves behind and facing the unknown regarding culture and custom, language barrier, housing, employment, among many other concerns.

Understanding the challenges faced by newcomers when it comes to foreign education and work experience, our knowledgeable staff prepared a new series of webinars for Internationally Educated Professionals, starting in July 2021.

For this special series of webinars, we’ve planned information sessions delivered by our Information & Referral Specialists also by Guest Speakers from our partner organizations.

During these information sessions, newcomers will learn about the different programs and services focused on the Internationally Educated Professionals, such as; how to evaluate the international credential, where to find paid internship opportunities, what are the financing options according to their training and education, how to become an apprentice and how to have a career in the skilled trades, and how you can communicate effectively in the Canadian workplace.

Take a look at the topics covered by the Internationally Educated Professionals Webinar Series:

July 5, Monday 3:00pm-4:00pm
Navigate with Ease – Programs for Internationally Educated Professionals
Newcomer Information Centre Webinar
Discover what are the Government Funded Programs for Internationally Educated Professionals

July 6, Tuesday 3:00 pm-4:00 pm
International Academic Credential Evaluations
Guest Speaker Webinar – World Education Services
Get to know how to evaluate your international credentials

July 7, Wednesday 3:00 pm-4:00 pm
Launching Meaningful Careers through Paid Internships
Guest Speaker Webinar – Career Edge
Learn about the paid internships that help you launch a meaningful career relevant to your background and experience

July 8, Thursday 2:00pm-3:00pm
Trades in Ontario
Guest Speaker Webinar – Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development
Become a registered apprentice and start a career in the Skilled Trades in Ontario

July 9, Friday 2:00pm-3:00pm
Education and Training Financing Options for Newcomers
Guest Speaker Webinar – Windmill Microlending
Financing options for your education and training that can help you advance your career in Canada

July 12, Monday, 3:00-4:00pm
Effective Communication for the Workplace
Guest Speaker Webinar – Active Career Connect and Engagement Project (ACCEP), S.U.C.C.E.S
Communicate effectively in the workplace and learn about the Active Career Connect & Engagement Project (ACCEP) that helps you enter the Canadian Labour Market.

To find the complete list of webinars, check our Events Calendar.