The Job Search Workshop Program

 The new immigrants who come to Canada face a constant barrage of obstacles when attempting to find a job. The removal of these barriers and obstacles as well as find employment for the new immigrants is the ultimate objective of the Job Search Workshop Program (JSW).

 The JSW Program provides newcomers with knowledge, preparation, counseling and support prior to their entrance into the Canadian labor market. This program is funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada.

 The Job Search Workshops are three days in length, with no cost to the participant and is available during the day.  Our three day workshops will give you the job searching tools that will help you succeed in the Canadian labor market.

Who is eligible?

Permanent resident of Canada (landed immigrant) or convention refugee

Canadian citizens, visitors or refugee claimants are NOT eligible for the JSW Program

Workshop Highlights:

• Orientation to the Canadian labor market
• Self-assessment and skill-gap analysis
• Exploring career prospects
• Advertised and unadvertised job sources
• Guidelines for online job search
• Effective resume and cover letter writing
• Networking and techniques for contacting employers
• Successful interview techniques
• Canadian workplace culture
• Employment barriers and solutions
• How to filling out job application forms
• Hiring process
• Tips for self-marketing
• Job maintenance
• Workers’ rights and employment standards

Post Workshop Support:

• Counseling and advice on job search related matters
• Customized action plan development
• Resource library
• Assistance with resume creation
• Information and referral  
• Finds prospective employers
• Arrange for job interviews
• Job placement / volunteer placement
• Continuing support until job is found