Searching for Internationally-trained Professionals

A website with information and resources for newcomers to Ontario

• information includes immigration and citizenship, housing, health, employment, education including English classes, community and recreation, legal services, and daily life including consumer protection, life events and transportation
• search to find community agencies near you
• discussion forum for newcomers to share experiences and ask questions
• information for internationally educated professionals through the Job Readiness Tool, jobreadiness.settlement.org
• Settlement At Work -- professional development and resources for people who work with newcomers

Full and part time degree, diploma, postgraduate, entrepreneurial and apprenticeship programs

• programs for internationally trained professionals
• continuing education
• distance learning
• employment services
• five campuses located in the Greater Toronto Area

• Regulatory body
• assessment of qualifications prior to arrival in Canada
• education, training and professional development
• investigates complaints

Full and part time diploma, apprenticeship and postgraduate programs

• programs for internationally trained professionals
• continuing education
• distance learning
• three campuses located in Toronto

Working to improve access to employment for skilled immigrants

• helps organizations to become more diverse and inclusive
• works with employers, educators, government, and community groups
• develops and distributes programs, learning tools and resources for human resource or for diversity and inclusion professionals

https://triec.ca/pins/ -- connect with volunteer run, membership based professional immigrant associations

https://triec.ca/learning-and-resources/ -- free online learning resources designed to support inclusive team-work, recruitment and talent management practices

Mentoring Partnership, see other listing

Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario

• regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
• non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services

Mentoring Partnership

• matches immigrants with established professionals in their fields
• information and online registration for potential mentors
• instructions for those looking for a mentor
• mentorship tools and resources

Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario

• regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
• non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services

Full and part time undergraduate and graduate degree programs

• programs for internationally trained professionals
• continuing education
• distance learning
• English as a Second Language (ESL) courses

LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) -- provides basic language skills in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry

Bridging Program -- connects Internationally trained Francophone Professionals in Supply Chain Management with job placements, mentorship, volunteering and networking connections

OSLT (Occupation Specific Language Training) -- 12-15 week workplace communication skills programs in English for health care and business professionals

French as a Second Language Program -- French for Life and Work in Canada

• conversation and pronunciation classes
• beginner to advanced levels available, free placement test

Evaluation and curriculum support

Assessments program to assess the competencies of health professionals and their readiness to practice in Ontario

• administers examinations to ensure health professionals meet Canadian standards
• learning programs to help health professionals transition to training and practice
• educational programs to support international medical graduates in their transition to residency training

Additional services in the area of test design and administration, and curriculum development and delivery

Helps healthcare workers find jobs in Ontario * works to fill gaps in the healthcare workforce

Access Centre for Internationally Educated Health Professionals - Services to help Internationally Educated Health Professionals become employed in their profession or in another career * services include workshops, information sessions and online resources

Verification and evaluation of academic credentials earned outside Canada

• international degree preview -- self directed web-based service

Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)

• for applicants applying for Canada's immigration programs such as Express Entry
• designated by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)

World Education Profiles

• online database to assist in placing newcomer secondary students in appropriate grade levels
• also online resources on international education

Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario

• regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
• non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services

Full and part time undergraduate and graduate degree programs

• programs for internationally trained professionals
• continuing education
• distance learning
• three campuses located in the Greater Toronto Area

Health Services, Child and Family Services, Newcomers Services, Employment Services, Legal Aid Services, see separate entries for more detail

Volunteer placement program -- 416-203-1220 ext 1220

Authorized testing centre for Test de français international (TFI)

• multiple choice test that evaluates the French level of non-francophones
• call for details and to make an appointment 416-922-2672
• also offered at Black Creek Community Centre -- see separate entry

Cultural Activities

• planning and organization of artistic and cultural activities in French
• newsletter
• Galerie Céline-Allard (call to book an appointment)

Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario

• regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
• non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services

Business Edge Change Management

• program designed for internationally trained professionals to utilize their international experience and skills to become change agents
• development of change management strategies, mentoring and online networking opportunities with peers

Business Edge Finance

• 7 month program for internationally trained professionals who wish to move into leadership roles in finance
• Corporate finance, leadership and advanced communication, mentoring and online networking opportunities with peers

Career Shift

• 8 week program designed to highlight international experience and transferable skills of internationally trained professionals to transition to a career in Supply Chain Management
• fundamentals of inventory and manufacturing management, mentoring and online networking opportunities with peers

Academic and technical training

• occupation-specific workplace communication training and workplace practice
• licensure examination preparation
• connections to professions in Canada through mentorships, internships, clinical placements, and networking events

Assesses international academic qualifications and evaluates equivalence to Canadian education system

• assessment reports are used for immigration, employment, admission to some community colleges, or for licensing by some professional associations
• not necessary for admission to Canadian university degree programs

Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) -- for applicants applying under Express Entry and other federal and provincial immigration streams

• designated by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)

Adult reference and research library with materials in over 80 languages

• access to computers, Internet, printers
• information and programs for newcomers
• job search programs and materials for foreign-trained professionals
• language learning materials, audio lab
• arts, picture and video collections

Services for People with Disabilities -- equipment, collections, mobile library and sign language interpretation services for library programs

Digital Innovation Hub -- 3D printing, sound and video production, green screen technology

• electric pianos for public use
• self-publishing press

IntelliSearch 416-393-7241 -- customized bibliographic search service providing quick access to databases, fee

Book a Librarian -- service for personal assistance with information needs

Marilyn and Charles Baillie Special Collections Centre -- includes the Arthur Conan Doyle Collection and the Baldwin Collection of Canadiana

event rentals space

Contact Toronto main office for location information for individual programs

Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario

• regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
• non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services

Cloud Computing Connections:

• 6 week program for individuals with international post-secondary degree or diploma in information technology (IT), minimum language proficiency Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 and minimum 1 year international work experience in IT
• Canadian context academic training, including business communications and workplace culture, skills training in Cloud computing, problem solving, Canadian labour market information and IT sector trends
• employer connections, job fairs and other recruitment events; individual job search support

Digital Marketing Connections

• 6 week program for individuals with international post-secondary degree in sales and marketing or related business/commerce field, with language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 or higher preferred, and minimum 3 years international experience in sales and marketing or related field
• introduction to sales and marketing sector in Canada; Canadian context business and workplace communication training; experiential learning and skills training
• project management for sales and marketing professionals, including introduction to Project Management Professional (PMP) and certification exam preparation
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Electrical Engineering Connections

• online program for individuals with post-secondary degree or diploma in electrical engineering, with language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 or higher preferred and minimum 2 years of international electrical engineering experience
• Overview of Ontario Electrical Code and Standards; Health and Safety Codes and Standards; Applications of Measuring Instruments; Industrial Automation in Ontario Energy Systems and Electrical Equipment in Ontario
• business communication and workplace culture training in a Canadian context
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Financial Services Connections in a Digital World

• 6 week program for individuals with Bachelor's degree and 1 year experience in the financial services sector outside Canada; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 or higher preferred
• business and workplace communication training in a Canadian context; orientation to the financial services sector in Canada
• job search strategies and individual job search support; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities; industry certification
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Financial Services Connections en Français:

• 6 week program for bilingual Francophone individuals with post-secondary education obtained outside Canada and minimum 1 year experience in the financial services sector OR demonstrated aptitude to transition to this industry; language proficiency Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 in French, and CLB level 7 or higher in English preferred
• occupation-specific technical and essential skills training, including for industry certifcation
• occupation-specific language training for participants who need to develop strong English language skills prior to joining the program
• job search strategies and individual job search support, in both English and French; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Healthcare Connections:

• 5 week in-class program for individuals with international post-secondary education in health care, minimum language proficiency Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 and minimum 1 year international work experience in licensed health care profession
• participants may chose from Health Systems or Community Health training streams -- see website for specific eligibility requirements
• employment, retention and career mobility support for 1 year after program completion
• individual job search support and coaching

HR Connections: Strategies for the Canadian Workplace:

• 7 week program for individuals with post-secondary education in relevant field and minimum 2 years recent experience in human resources sector outside of Canada; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 or higher preferred
• business and workplace communication training in a Canadian context; exam preparation workshops for Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) and Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designations; experiential learning and skills training
• job search strategies and individual job search support; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

IT Connections: Digital Economy Connections:

• 6 week program for individuals with post-secondary education in Information Technology (IT) field from outside Canada and minimum 3 years recent professional experience in IT sector; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 or higher preferred
• orientation to Canadian workplace culture; experiential learning; critical thinking skills and creative problem solving; design thinking
• Agile Introduction and Methodology; Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) -- various certification training available
• job search strategies and individual job search support; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Leadership Connections in Finance, IT and Consultancy:

• 6 week program for individuals with post-secondary education in Business or Program Administration and/or a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) and minimum 2 years international work experience in leadership/management role in financial services, IT and consulting; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 or higher preferred
• orientation to Canadian financial, IT and consulting sector; experiential learning; skills training in creative problem solving; workplace communication
• job search strategies and individual job search support; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Microsoft Skills for Employability:

• hybrid self-learning and online instructor-led program for individuals with international post-secondary degree or diploma, basic computer skills and international work experience in a skilled occupation; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 or higher
• learning and skills training from entry-level digital literacy to advanced product-based skills for senior technology roles; collaborative course work and learning labs; Microsoft Certification exams;
• job search strategies; individual job search support and employment services; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Project Management for Engineers:

• 8 week program for individuals with post-secondary education in Engineering from outside Canada and minimum 2 years international experience in engineering project management; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 or higher preferred
• skills training in Project Management Fundamentals; Project Management Professional (PMP) exam preparation; sector-specific workshops (PMI Application Process, Canadian Contracting Process); experiential learning and creative problem solving; workplace culture and communication
• job search strategies and individual job search support and employment services; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Supply Chain Connections:

• 6 week program for individuals with international post-secondary education in supply chain or related sector and minimum 2 years professional experience; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 or higher preferred
• academic training in Canadian context workplace culture and business communications
• experiential learning, skills training and creative problem solving
• optional 6 day Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation Boot Camp
• job search strategies and individual job search support and employment services; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

COVID-19 Update: in-person and walk-in service has resumed; virtual services are still available


Bridging Services:

• offered online and provide internationally trained professionals with customized job search training, workplace communication, labour market information, credential assessment, referrals/placements and mentoring connections
• for individual bridge training programs, see separate listing for Ontario Bridge Training Program

Online Job Search Centre

• articles, resources, webinars, interactive games and videos to help find work
• topics covered include resumes, interview preparation, networking, the job market, career self-assessment and workplace success

Pre-arrival services for newcomers preparing to immigrate to Canada

• Canadian Employment Connections provides sector-specific training and job search support for individuals approved to move to Canada

Entrepreneurship Connection and Entrepreneurship Connections Pre-Arrival

• provides support for newcomers interested in starting a business in Canada
• pre-arrival stream helps entrepreneurs who are approved to move to Canada, build a network and start preparing to open a business before they arrive

Job Search Workshop (JSW) -- for new immigrants and convention refugees, legally entitled to work in Canada

• 3, 4 or 5 day job search techniques workshops, covering labour market information, access to trades and professions, resume preparation, networking
• extensive individual assistance

Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario

• regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
• non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services

Services and supports for internationally trained nurses

• assistance in preparing for registration exam
• orientation to nursing and the health care workplace in Ontario
• job shadowing placement opportunities
• individual counselling, group support
• branch offices in Hamilton, St. Catharines, Brampton, Mississauga and London -- call or visit website for information