Newcomer Employment Services

Sector-Specific Canadian Workplace Communication

Communication skills and job search support for internationally trained professionals in: Technology/IT and Business, Architecture and Construction, Health and Social Services.

These 8-week programs include:

• Online English instruction
• Canadian workplace terminology
• Connections to employers
• Access to exclusive job placements
• Employment Experts to support you in your job search
• Updated Canadian Language Benchmark
• Certificate upon completion

For more information or to register, contact (416) 649-1603 or complete this form.

Building Unbiased and Inclusive Workplaces Leveraging Diversity (BUILD)

An Information and Orientation Program For International Professionals in Architecture. An online Ontario-wide orientation program for international professionals in Architecture or a related field.

This free 8-week program includes:

• Architecture-specific information delivered by Canadian industry experts and employers
• Group job search sessions customized for architecture and one-on-one job search support
• Mentoring and internship opportunities
• Networking and employer connections

For more information or to register, contact (416) 649-1597 or complete this form.

Newcomer Youth: Connections for Success (NYCS)

A program for newcomers to Canada between the ages of 15 – 18. This helps you to explore career options and gain valuable skills for the Canadian workplace.

This program includes:

• Career Exploration workshops
• Info about Canadian colleges & universities
• Group mentoring with university students and young professionals
• Valuable workplace skills for your resume
• Volunteer opportunities related to potential careers
• The chance to meet new friends, grow your social circle, and more!

For more information or to register, complete this form.

Immigrant Professionals Leveraging Architectural Knowledge for New Opportunities (IPLAN Practice)

If you are an International Architecture Professional pursuing or working in an architectural career in Ontario, IPLAN PRACTICE is for you.

This 14-week bridge training program includes:

• 72 hours of technical skills training by sector specialists
• Targeted professional skills training provided by JVS Toronto
• Licensing information from the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA)*
• Networking and mentoring
• Job search support
• Internships and employment opportunities

Program intake and assessment services include information sessions to introduce potential applicants to the program. IPLAN PRACTICE is designed for newcomer intern architects across Ontario and is delivered fully online.

For more information or to register, contact (416) 649-1700 iplanpractice@jvstoronto.org

Click to view Eligibility Requirements.

International Skills Applied for Geriatrics (ISAGE)

A bridge training program for international professionals with a background in Healthcare, Social Work and Education. It is designed for people who are interested in transitioning into careers in Social Services and Geriatrics in Canada.

This 12-week online program includes:

• Academic courses delivered by George Brown College
• Canadian workplace essentials and communication training at JVS Toronto
• Job shadowing in Social Services and Geriatrics
• 1-2-1 job search support
• Mentoring connections
• Employer information sessions, internships and work placements

For more information or to register, contact (416) 649-1585 or complete this form.

Recruitment for Equity, Accessibility and Diversity (READY)

This is a bridge training program in partnership with George Brown College. It is designed for international professionals with a background in HR, sales, business development, hospitality, or marketing.

READY provides internationally trained professionals with essential skills for successful integration into the Canadian labour market. It is specifically for those in the field of Recruitment and Job Development.

This 14-week program includes:

• Employment Support by JVS Toronto
  • 1-on-1 job search and career coaching
  • Networking with employers and industry experts
  • Mentoring 
• Education by George Brown College
  • Academic course – Employer Engagement
• Practical E-Learning Modules by ARES Staffing Solutions
  • Customer relationship management (CRM)
  • Data management and ATS for HR/Recruitment 

For more information or to register, contact (416) 649-1611 or complete this form.

Road to Employment for Immigrant Women

4 Weeks of Comprehensive Career Support for Women

Immigrating to Canada is disproportionately challenging for women, who often put aside their professional aspirations in order to tend to the needs of their families. 

With the help of employment professionals, you will:

• Improve your Canadian workplace communication
• Clarify your personal and career goals
• Discover successful job search strategies

Includes free career exploration tools, life coaching, professional headshots, and more!

Open to Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees, and CUAET holders.

For more information or to register, please complete this form or contact newcomerwomen@jvstoronto.org.

Skilled Trades Achieving Results through Training (START)

START equips individuals facing barriers, such as newcomers to Canada, equity-seeking groups, and people with disabilities, with the training they need to obtain professional licensure in Ontario.

Focused on high-demand construction and industrial trades like Electricians and Plumbers, START offers comprehensive support including specialized training, prerequisite fulfillment and Trade Equivalency Assessment (TEA) exam preparation in order to obtain the qualifications necessary in Ontario.

Eligibility:

• Open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents
• Must have work experience outside Canada
• Must meet the requirements to be licensed in Ontario
• No CLB required

Get certified to work in your trade in Ontario! Complete this form for more information.

Newcomer Pathways into Skilled Trades

Do you have international experience in the skilled trades?

Newcomer Pathways will prepare you for the Trade Equivalency Assessment (TEA). We support you every step of the way as you gain the Red Seal or Certificate of Qualifications you need to start working in Ontario. 

Eligibility:

• Open to Permanent Residents, convention refugees, and protected refugees
• Must have work experience outside Canada
• Must meet the requirements to be licensed in Ontario
• No CLB required

Get certified to work in your trade in Ontario! Complete this form for more information.

Toronto North Local Immigration Partnership

JVS Toronto is the lead on Toronto North Local Immigration Partnership. This is a community-based planning table. The partnership seeks to enhance the settlement, employment experiences and outcomes of immigrants in the community.