Resource Directory

TRIEC Mentoring Partnership: Mentor an immigrant professional and make a difference.

Mentors, mentees and employer partners share their experiences of mentoring.

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Working in Canada

A career tool that provides useful information about job opportunities, job demand, wages, skills requirements, and more.

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Training, Career & Worker Information (Service Canada)

Learn about workers' rights, training/learning resources, and career exploration resources.

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Toronto Workforce Innovation Group

TWIG, as a member of Workforce Planning Ontario, conducts localized research and actively engages organizations and community partners in local labour market projects.

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Second Career Strategy

Second Career provides career planning and financial support specially designed to help laid-off Ontarians participate in long-term training for a new job. Career counsellors in Employment Ontario offices across the province can help interested individuals take the first step.

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Progress Career Planning Institute (PCPI)

PCPI is committed to helping clients optimize workplace performance through the application of Human Resource, Career Development and Cultural Intelligence (CI) solutions.

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Ontario WorkinfoNet (OnWIN)

Ontario workinfonet (OnWIN) is a web-based resource and service dedicated to connecting the people of Ontario to quality information and resources in the areas of jobs; work and recruiting; learning; education and training; occupations and careers; labour market information and outlook; self-employment; workplace issues and supports; and financial help and issues.

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Ontario Network of Employment Skills Training Projects (ONESTEP)

A province-wide umbrella organization for the community-based training and employment sector

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Ontario Job Futures

Ontario Job Futures provides information on the current trends and future outlook for 190 occupations common to Ontario. It is a joint effort of the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities and of Service Canada - Ontario Region.

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Work in Your Profession – Bridge Training Programs

Bridge training programs help qualified internationally trained individuals move quickly into the labour market in Ontario by assessing their existing skills and competencies, compared to Ontario employer expectations. They provide training and Canadian workplace experience without duplication.

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Ministry of Citizenship, Immigration & International Trade

Find services for newcomers and immigrants funded by the provincial government.

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Mentoring Programs – Ontario

Find a link to a list of mentoring programs on the Ontario Immigration website.

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LinkedIn

Over 50 million professionals use LinkedIn (a professional networking site) to exchange information, ideas and opportunities.

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Job Search Workshops (JSW) Ontario

The JSW Program is specifically designed to assist new and recent immigrants to Canada in their job search. The program offers pre-employment training and assists internationally trained individuals with the initial stages of their job search.

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Job 4 ECP’S

A niche job board site that targets the entire eyecare industry to attract highly qualified professionals.

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Employment and Training Services – Employment Ontario

A listing of employment services and training funded by Employment Ontario.

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Consortium of Agencies Serving Internationally-trained Persons (CASIP)

CASIP delivers employment and training services to skilled immigrant job seekers and to employers.

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City of Toronto: Employment and Social Services

Employment and Social Services provides employment supports, financial benefits and social supports to people living in Toronto.

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Career Edge – Internationally Qualified Professional

Provides internships that last for 4, 6, 9 or 12 months for job-ready immigrants that are legally able to work in Canada.

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Access to Professions and Trades Guide

The Access to Professions and Trades Guide provides information about international qualifications, licensing and regulatory bodies as well as education and training options available. The guide also has information about the workplace culture in Canada. Benefit from resources and tips on preparing a Canadian-style résumé and cover letter, professional networking and much more.

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311 Toronto

311 improves accessibility to non-emergency City services and information and increases the City's effectiveness in responding to public inquiries.

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211 Toronto

A website of over 20,000 community, health, social and related government services - a reliable resource for anyone looking for human services in Toronto

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Toronto District School Board

Credit programs, general interest courses and ESL classes for adults/newcomers

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English and French language training classes for Adult newcomer, refugee or immigrant

English or French as a Second Language (FSL/FSL) class through the Government of Ontario’s Adult Non-Credit Language Training Program

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Universities Canada

The voice of Canadian universities (97 member institutions) at home and abroad

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Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC)

For more than 30 years, the TOEIC test has set the standard for assessing English-language skills used in the workplace.

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Specialized Language Training in Ontario

Information regarding occupation-specific language training for Accounting, Business and Finance; Information Technology; Engineering and Manufacturing; Health Care and Pharmaceutical; Hospitality and Tourism; and Food and Beverage.

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PTP Adult Learning and Employment Programs

PTP provides basic skills education, upgrading, job search and related services to adults preparing for employment, training or further education.

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Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)

Free language training for adult permanent residents or protected persons

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Enhanced Language Training (ELT) Programs

Find links to ELT programs across Ontario. ELT programs provide job-specific, advanced-level English training to adult newcomers. ELT programs are especially useful for Internationally Educated Professionals (IEPs) and tradespeople.

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English for Specific Purposes Education (ESPE)

ESPE is an English for Specific Purposes (ESP) training provider catering to the specific communication needs of internationally educated professionals. It specializes in technical and business English for engineers and other professionals.

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Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks (CCLB)

The Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks is the centre of expertise in support of the national standards in English and French for describing, measuring and recognizing second language proficiency of adult immigrants and prospective immigrants for living and working in Canada.

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Canadian Association for Prior Learning Assessment (CAPLA)

CAPLA is the national voice for the recognition of prior learning (RPL). CAPLA has provided the expertise, advocacy and support for the development of PLAR (prior learning assessment and recognition) in Canada since 1994

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World Education Services (WES)

The leading source of international education intelligence, WES is a not-for-profit organization with over 30 years’ experience evaluating international credentials

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Welcome Centre Immigrant Services

Welcome Centre Immigrant Services provide a one-stop service under one roof designed to guide and support immigrants through the maze of information and resources including accreditation services. All services are provided free of charge

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The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC)

CICIC provides information and referral services to individuals, employers, professionals and organizations on mobility and credential recognition. Its website includes fact sheets, guides and other resources. CICIC does not assess credentials

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International Credential Assessment Service of Canada

ICAS provides reports that help employers, education institutions, immigration officials and community agencies understand the education individuals have completed outside Canada

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Global Experience Ontario

Global Experience Ontario can help internationally trained and educated individuals find out how to qualify for professional practice in Ontario. The one-stop centre offers a range of services for internationally educated individuals

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ETS (Educational Testing Service)

ETS develops, administers and scores more than 50 million tests annually in more than 180 countries. It also conducts educational research, analysis and policy studies and develops a variety of customized services and products for teacher certification, English language learning and elementary, secondary and postsecondary education

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Comparative Education Service (CES)

Comparative Education Service (CES) provides an educational credential assessment report for a fee that will show how academic achievements earned outside of Canada compare to credentials earned in Canada. Educational credential assessment reports can be used to apply for jobs, further education and professional certification, and for immigration to Canada

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Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada (ACESC)

Members of ACESC undergo a rigorous self-evaluation process including a review of assessment procedures, experience, file management, personnel qualifications, documentation methods and reference material base. Membership in this alliance is an assurance that the academic credential assessment service offers the most effective, accurate and efficient method for evaluating international academic credentials

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Accreditation Assistance Access Centre (AAAC)

Sponsored by Social Enterprise for Canada, AAAC assists internationally trained professionals and tradespeople with the development of their accreditation portfolio and custom action plans. They also provide advice on accreditation for employment, licensing and certification, training, job search and employment supports within the community

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Canada InfoNet Mentoring, Information and Networking Services!

Canada InfoNet is a website managed and operated by JVS Toronto that helps new and potential immigrants to Canada transition into careers in their chosen profession. and find information on settlement, employment and education in Canada

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SAPNA – South Asian networking group of professionals

SAPNA Toronto  is a platform to aid professionals from all walks of life within the Greater Toronto Area. The networking efforts that are demonstrated are designed to open more doors for individuals while being a learning platform from various professional backgrounds

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Ukrainian Canadian Professional and Business Association (UCPBA)

Information resource about Ukraine and Ukrainians

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SumaCorp

An initiative created by new immigrants to help other new immigrants to succeed in a new country like Canada

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Settlement.org: Professional Networks For Immigrants

Brought to you by settlement.org in partnership with TRIEC, this directory lists groups run by and for internationally-trained professionals with new and established groups from both regulated and non-regulated sectors

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Romanian Business Networking Society (RBNS)

To help promote the professional and social development of its members in Canada

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North American Association of Asian Professionals (NAAP)

Promotes the career advancement and leadership development of Asian American professionals in all fields through networking, respecting Asian multiculturalism, and supporting diversity and community service

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New Bridge (for Chinese professionals)

A social networking site for Chinese Canadians

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Javeriana University Professional Alumni Association

An alumni association from one of Colombia's top universities

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Iranian Canadian Network (ICN)

For employment and entrepreneurship mentoring - aims to help Iranian-Canadians succeed at work and in business by cooperation and networking within the community

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Professional Immigrant Networks

Networking Canadian immigrants for personal & professional growth

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Hispanic Business.ca

Promotes the entrepreneurial and professional develoment for Hispanics in Canada, with an emphasis in Ontario

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Halton Peel Hispanic Association (HPHA)

To promote our Hispanic culture through its various forms of expression. We strive to be the bridge that connects our culture with that of the other Canadians living in Halton-Peel

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Chinese Professionals Association of Canada (CPAC)

To represent and assist professionals of Chinese descent in gaining recognition, cultural integration, career advancement, and civic engagement in Canadian society through quality service and advocacy

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Chinese Professional Women of Canada (CPWC)

To unite Chinese professional women in Canada and enhance the Chinese women's status in Canadian society

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Canadian-Cuban Friendship Association Toronto (CCFA)

Promotes friendship, understanding and co-operation between the peoples of Canada and Cuba

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Canadian Colombian Professional Association (CCPA)

Founded in 2001 to stimulate the Canadian Hispanic professionals through the active involvement of its members

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Association of Chinese Canadian Entrepreneurs (ACCE)

To encourage entrepreneurship in the Chinese Canadian community and to strengthen the competitiveness of Chinese Canadian business in the global market

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YLINC.ca

Provides information about settlement, employment, education, and opportunities for newcomer youth 18-24 including job opportunities

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Working in Canada

Developed to help newcomers that are interested in living and working permanently in Canada; provides information on finding a job, the challenges of working in Canada, workers' rights and more

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Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC)

Creates and champions solutions to better integrate skilled immigrants in the Greater Toronto Region labour market. One of TRIEC's programs is The Mentoring Partnership, which brings together recent skilled immigrants and established professionals in occupation-specific mentoring relationships

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Statistics Canada

Statistics Canada, Canada's national statistical agency, produces statistics that help Canadians better understand their country—its population, resources, economy, society and culture

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Settlement.org: For Newcomers to Ontario

Information and resources for newcomers to Ontario on housing, education,employment, health and more

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Proactive Canadian Professionals Association (PACPA)

One of the largest groups of internationally qualified professionals in Canada. It focuses on promoting networking among its members for their mutual benefit thus helping in their professional and social development

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Ontario Regulators for Access

Helps Ontario regulatory bodies improve access by international candidates to self-regulated professions in Ontario while maintaining standards for public safety

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Ontario Network for Internationally-trained Professionals Online

For IEPs new to Ontario, this site will help you find employment and build a career in your professional field

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Ontario Immigration

Guides to living, working, doing business and studying in Ontario; information for before you arrive and after you arrive

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Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants (OCASI)

Advocate for the immigrant-serving sector and expert on immigrant and refugee Issues

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Office of the Fairness Commissioner – Internationally Educated Professionals

Their goal is to make sure that people are treated fairly when they apply to become licensed professionals in one of Ontario’s regulated professions, no matter where they were trained; includes links to professional associations

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Occupational Career Maps (Government of Ontario)

Occupational Career Maps: Information for Internationally Trained Workers

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Global Experience Ontario

This one-stop access and resource centre helps internationally trained and educated individuals find out how to qualify for professional practice in Ontario

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Getting Licenced in Ontario

The Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration provides information on getting licensed in a profession in Ontario

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Foreign Credentials Referral Office

The Canadian government offers information about foreign credential assessment and recognition processes through the Foreign Credentials Referral Office

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DiverseCity onBoard

Works to ensure that the governance bodies of public agencies, boards and commissions as well as voluntary organizations reflect the diversity of the people who live and work in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)

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Consortium of Agencies Serving Internationally-trained Persons (CASIP)

Works collaboratively and coordinates employment and training services for internationally trained persons

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CLEONet

Find out about your legal rights and the latest information on legal issues in Canada

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Citizenship and Immigration Canada

From the federal ministry responsible for developing and implementing immigration policies, programs and services - Information for newcomers to Canada

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Centre for Internationally Trained Professionals & Tradespeople (CITPT)

Provides programs that assist internationally trained professionals and trades-people to secure work in their related backgrounds

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Canadian Newcomer Magazine

Connect the regions diverse ethnic communities in Canada using one voice and language by providing free information, advice, entertainment and encouragement to new immigrants

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Canadian Immigration Integration Project (CIIP)

CIIP is an innovative project funded by the Government of Canada to help those immigrating to Canada under the Federal Skilled Workers Program in China, India and the Philippines

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Canadian Immigrant Magazine (online)

Helps immigrants settle in Canada by providing information, tools, resources and strategies for personal growth and success

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CanadaInfoNet.org

An online forum providing mentoring, resources and other services that assist skilled, experienced, and expert professionals, business people and trades people who are new to Canada, or are considering emigrating to Canada

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Canada’s International Gateway (Government of Canada)

Provides information about visiting, studying, working and immigrating to Canada; doing business with Canada and foreign policy and international development

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Bridging Programs in Ontario

Bridging programs put together by employers, colleges and universities, occupational regulatory bodies, and community organizations

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Access Centre for Regulated Employment

Provides information about regulated professions for Internationally Trained Individuals in Southwestern Ontario

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Statistics Canada

Find statistics by subject related to Canada and its people

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Ministry of Education (Government of Ontario)

Lists universities, colleges and apprenticeship programs in Canada

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Ministry of Community and Social Services – Ontario Works

Information about Ontario's social assistance programs including eligibility

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Industry Profiles (Ontario Media Development Corporation)

Information on Ontario's industries

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findhelp Information Services

Information about community, social, health and related government services most suited to one's needs through phone, web and print directories

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Enterprise Toronto

Provides programs tailored to meet the needs of Toronto's entrepreneurs and small businesses

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abilities.ca

Links people with disabilities to resources

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Census of Canada

Information of the 2006 Census (conducted every 5 years); there are about 350 active surveys on virtually all aspects of Canadian life – the major ones being the Labour Force Survey, Consumer Price Index, Health Survey and Household Spending Survey.

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CanLearn (Government of Canada)

The only online post-secondary education resource that provides Canadians with the information and services they need to decide what and where to study and how to cover the costs.

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211toronto.ca

A directory of over 20, 000 community, social, health and government services

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411.ca

Online Information Service to find people, businesses, products and services

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