Back-to-School Tips for Newcomer Families

Back-to-School Tips for Newcomer Families After enjoying the long summer break, it’s time for students in Ontario to return to the classroom in September. With the new academic year fast approaching, you and your kids might be filled with excitement and anxiety. To ease into the transition smoothly, here are some tips to help you…

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Ontario Education System

Ontario Education System Ontario offers some of the best education in the world, from elementary school to post-secondary studies. The main reason is that the school in Ontario provides strong reading, math, and science learning programs at the elementary and senior school levels. If you are a newcomer parent with young kids, navigating the Ontario…

Career in the Skilled Trades

Career in the Skilled Trades What are the skilled trades? The skilled trade is a profession that involves working with your hands and requires specialized training, a particular skill set, and knowledge.  The skilled trades are divided into the following sectors: I had previous work experience in the skilled trades before coming to Canada. How…

Bridge to Cloud - YMCA bridging program

Fast Track Tech Jobs (previously Bridge to Cloud Computing & Big Data)

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is happy to introduce the “Fast Track Tech Jobs”. This is a new bridging program for internationally trained professionals offered by the YMCA of GTA in partnership with Seneca College and Employment Ontario. HIGHLIGHTS • Cloud Computing and Big Data Industry Trends• The uniqueness of YMCA’s Bridge Program• Program Eligibility…

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New Year, New Skills!

As someone who moved to a new country, you may leave your successful career behind. And maybe you plan to find work in your field, or you may decide to pursue another career.  No matter your decision on what profession you want to have in Canada, it’s crucial to research the occupation. Our Information & Referral…