Events & Programs

Enhanced Language Training (ELT) Program For Internationally Trained Professionals- Full-Time

PMC’s ELT Program is designed to provide internationally trained professionals with the employment-focused language training and tools needed to enter and succeed in the Canadian job market. It also offers the opportunity to gain valuable Canadian work experience in their field or a related field.

The program includes eight weeks of full-time job-specific language training and a minimum four-week co-op work placement in the client’s professional or related fields.

Date: 02/04/2024 to 24/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 1:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Peel Multicultural Council
Address: 6630 Turner Valley Rd, Mississauga - L5N2P1

Enhanced Language Training (ELT) Program For Internationally Trained Professionals -Part-Time

PMC’s ELT Program is designed to provide internationally trained professionals with the employment-focused language training and tools needed to enter and succeed in the Canadian job market, as well as the opportunity to gain valuable Canadian work experience in their field or a related field.

The program includes twelve weeks of part-time online, job-specific language training, followed by a minimum four-week co-op work placement in the client’s professional field or related field.

Date: 02/04/2024 to 03/07/2024
Timing: 6 pm - 9:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Peel Multicultural Council
Address: 6630 Turner Valley Rd, Mississauga - L5N2P1

Online Citizenship Test Preparation Circle

Eligibility Criteria: Minimum CLB 4 in listening and speaking

Date: 06/04/2024 to 01/06/2024
Timing: 9 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Virtual, Brampton - L6W 4K6

Enhanced Language Training (ELT) and Job Search program for Internationally Experienced Professionals

COSTI's Enhanced Language Training (ELT) and Job Search program is ideal for Internationally Experienced Professionals who have prior experience in the Accounting and Finance, Teaching and Education, Health Care, Information Technology, Office Administration and Customer Service. Join our program and become better prepared to enter the Canadian labour market, and gain knowledge about Canadian workplace culture, learn how to job search, while improving your Business English skills.

Date: 08/04/2024 to 06/06/2024
Timing: 9 am - 2:30 pm EST.

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Organization: COSTI
Address: 7700 Hurontario Street, Suite 601, Brampton - L6Y 4M3

Sewing & Alterations Program for Newcomer Women

Do you have an interest and/or skills in sewing?

Are you interested in increasing your family income?

Our 9-week sewing and small business program is for you!

Date: 11/04/2024 to 12/06/2024
Timing: 9:30 am - 2 pm EST.

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Organization: Indus Community Services
Address: Suite 500- 60 Gillingham Dr, Brampton - L6X 0Z9

Resource Room

• Job search technique and assistance
• Assistance with resumes and cover letters
• volunteering and Co-op information
• Referral services for newcomers, children, youth and seniors
• Use of phones, fax, photocopier and scanner
• Computers with internet access
• Information on community events, activities and job fairs
• Scott's Directories for Ontario Manufacturers and Business
• One-on-one employment assistance and counselling

Date: 16/04/2024 to 31/05/2024
Timing: 9 am - 4:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Dixie-Bloor Neighbourhood Centre
Address: 3415 Dixie rd. Unit 19, Mississauga - L4Y 2B1

ELT and Job Search program for Internationally Experienced Professionals

COSTI's Enhanced Language Training (ELT) and Job Search program is ideal for Internationally Experienced Professionals who have prior experience in the Accounting and Finance, Teaching and Education, Health Care, Information Technology, Office Administration and Customer Service. Join our program and become better prepared to enter the Canadian labour market, and gain knowledge about Canadian workplace culture, learn how to job search, while improving your Business English skills.

Date: 22/04/2024 to 20/06/2024
Timing: 9 am - 2:30 pm EST.

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Organization: COSTI
Address: 10 Gillingham Drive, Brampton - L6X 5A5

Free Resume Writing Clinic for Newcomers

Must be PR, Convention Refugee or CUAET.

Call to book your virtual appointment.

Date: 26/04/2024
Timing: 9:30 am - 3:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Virtual, Brampton - L6W 4K6

Networking with Social Media

Topics to be covered:

• What is networking?
• Using social media platforms as an effective job search tool
• Creating a professional profile
• Building, maintaining and growing a professional network
• Connecting with colleagues, classmates, and other professionals

Date: 29/04/2024
Timing: 10 am - 11:30 am EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: 690 Dorval Drive, Suite 100, Oakville - L6K 3X9

Job Search Workshop

• Newcomers Job Path to the Future in Canada
• Explore Unknown, Embrace Change, Determine Your Path, 
• Make a Strong Impact, Connect, Succeed
• Newcomers to Canada
• Internationally-trained professionals and trades
• New graduates and temporary workers granted PR status 
• PR, who became a Canadian Citizen within the last six months

Date: 29/04/2024 to 03/05/2024
Timing: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Dixie-Bloor Neighbourhood Centre
Address: 3415 Dixie rd. suite 402, Mississauga - L4Y 2B1

Resume and Cover letters

You will learn about:

• Types of resumes and how to choose the right one
• Craft an effective resume and cover letter
• Tips to beat the Applicant Tracking System

Date: 30/04/2024
Timing: 11 am - 12:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Indus Community Services
Address: Suite 500- 60 Gillingham Dr, Brampton - L6X 0Z9

Free Employment Webinar Session for Newcomers

The webinar will provide information for newcomers to access invaluable government resources, explore the dynamic job market, take a revealing career personality test, and even receive your first job referral. Resume and Cover Letter support and Preparation for an Interview.

Date: 30/04/2024
Timing: 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm EST.

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Organization: The Learning Disabilities Association of Toronto District
Address: 121 Willowdale Avenue, North York - M2N6A3

Building self-confidence in a workplace

How to increase self-confidence

• Affirmations for self-confidence

• How the way we feel about ourselves affects our job search

• Emotional well-being and mental health

Date: 06/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 11 am EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Unit 601 Suite 100 - L6Y 4M3- 7700 Hurontario Street W, Brampton - L6Y 4M3

How to Start your Own Business

Brampton Small Business Enterprise: • Bec services • How to register a business • How to write a simple business plan • Grant programs

Date: 07/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 11 am EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Unit 601 Suite 100 - L6Y 4M3- 7700 Hurontario Street W, Brampton - L6Y 4M3

Preparing for Employment for Newcomers

Join our webinar and learn about the following:

Date: 08/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Virtual, Brampton - L6W 4K6

Food Handling Information Session

JUMP Etobicoke is offering a free online Basic Food Handling training. The virtual option will offer you the benefit of studying at your own pace, provide you with a PIN to access the training, and write the online certification exam. 

Date: 09/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: YWCA Toronto - JUMP Etobicoke
Address: Suite 207- 222 Dixon Road, Etobicoke - M9P 3S5

Polycultural Job Fair in Etobicoke!

Are you looking for employment in hospitality or customer services?

• Polycultural Etobicoke location is hosting an in-person Job Fair at 3363 Bloor Street West, near Islington subway station.
• The job fair is designed to cater to refugee claimants, CUAET foreign workers from Ukraine, and newcomers from around the world. 
• Exhibitors are offering hospitality and customer services positions.

Date: 09/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 11 am EST.

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Organization: Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services
Address: Erin mills parkway- 2225, Mississauga - l5k 1t9

Food Handler Training

Twice a week learn about safe food handling, including food sanitation, type of food-related hazards, hygiene and food handling practices and regulations.

• Prepare for the Food Handler Certification exam
• Upon passing the exam you will receive a Food Handler Certificate valid for five years
• Utilize your skills and certification to find employment in the food sector
• Receive assistance with job search tools and techniques, and support with co-op or job placement.

Date: 13/05/2024 to 21/06/2024
Timing: 1 pm - 3:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Dixie-Bloor Neighbourhood Centre
Address: 3415 Dixie Rd. #402, Mississauga - L4Y2B1

Retail Skills Certificate Series

The Retail Skills Certificate is an introductory three-day series for newcomer women who are interested in working in the retail sector. 

Date: 14/05/2024 to 17/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 12:30 pm EST.

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Organization: YWCA Toronto - JUMP Etobicoke
Address: Suite 207- 222 Dixon Road, Etobicoke - M9P 3S5

Virtual One on One Resume Critique for Newcomers

At your one-on-one appointment, you will learn how to:

- Modify your resume based on current labour market trends

- Get your resume noticed by employers

- Capture that sought-after interview

Date: 16/05/2024
Timing: 9:30 am - 2:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Unit 601 Suite 100 - L6Y 4M3- 7700 Hurontario Street W, Brampton - L6Y 4M3

Office Administration Workshop

This 12-day workshop focuses on the most important attitudes, skills, and knowledge a professional office administrator should possess. We will look at business etiquette issues around office interactions and examine the power of questions to better control calls. The workshop will help you learn how to create and manage the office and your day along with how to set clear goals and objectives for better planning and performance.

Date: 21/05/2024 to 06/06/2024
Timing: 1 pm - 4 pm EST.

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Organization: Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services
Address: Erin mills parkway- 2225, Mississauga - l5k 1t9

Cash Register (POS) Training

Learn the most up-to-date POS Cash Register system using the latest technology and improve your employability in grocery and retail.

Date: 22/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 12:30 pm EST.

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Organization: YWCA Toronto - JUMP Etobicoke
Address: Suite 207- 222 Dixon Road, Etobicoke - M9P 3S5

Free Resume Writing Clinic for Newcomers

Must be PR, Convention Refugee or CUAET.

Appointment required.

Date: 24/05/2024
Timing: 9:30 am - 3:30 pm EST.

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Organization: Achēv
Address: Virtual, Brampton - L6W 4K6

Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Job Search and Career Planning

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has not only impacted the future of workplaces but it is also impacting how people find jobs. 

Date: 24/05/2024
Timing: 10 am - 12 pm EST.

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Organization: YWCA Toronto - JUMP Etobicoke
Address: Suite 207- 222 Dixon Road, Etobicoke - M9P 3S5

Enhanced Language Training

Are you an International Trained Professional?

You can develop occupation-specific language and industry terminology, and improved your skills in business communication and correspondence.

• Gain Canadian Work Experience
• Build Professional Network
• Practice in your own or related filed
• Obtain Canadian References
• Referrals to potential job leads

Free childcare + bus subsidy available (During in- class & placement)

Date: 10/06/2024 to 26/07/2024
Timing: 9:30 am - 2 pm EST.

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Organization: Dixie-Bloor Neighbourhood Centre
Address: 3415 Dixie Rd. #402, Mississauga - L4Y2B1