Im/migrants and refugees need assistance to prepare for, find and retain paid employment. This can include preparing individuals for the expectations of employment in a new country and, in particular, to obtain recognition for professional experience secured in another country and to obtain initial work experience in their new country.
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The Equity Problem Inside Strategic Planning
Access to high-quality strategic planning in Canada’s non-profit sector is not evenly distributed, and that gap compounds everything else.Last updated Jul 8, 2026
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For Clients: Bridging Training Program for Early Childhood Education Careers
Bridging Training Program for Early Childhood Education Careers is a free 10-week, in-person program designed to support skilled newcomers as they transition into Ontario’s childcare sector. Participants receive sector-specific training, workplace certifications (including First
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
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Newcomer Software Development Bridging Program
Software Development Bridging Program
Specialized 15-week Program for Individuals
Who Have Immigrated to CanadaHumber Polytechnic now offers a 15-week Bridging Program specifically designed to help Internationally Trained Professionals to find employment as Software Developers, App
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
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RHC Global Bridge — Online Bridging Programs for Internationally Trained Healthcare Professionals
Accredited online bridging programs for internationally educated professionals seeking Canadian credential recognition in healthcare and community services.Last updated May 29, 2026
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Research/Dataset
Strengthening employment interventions for newcomer youth
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Employment is both an essential need and an incredible challenge for newcomer youth starting their lives in Canada. While newcomer youth possess many strengths and skills for employment, research shows that they also have a lower employment rate than youth born in
Last updated May 22, 2026
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Course/Training
Formation pour les services de soutien à l’emploi
OCASI a le plaisir d’ouvrir l’inscription à la prochaine formation autogérée en ligne sur : Formation pour les services de soutien à l’emploi
- Date: 1er mai 2026
- Lieu: En ligne à learnatwork.ca
- Date limite d'inscription: À confirmer, ou dès que les places sont comblées
À propos de ce
Last updated May 13, 2026
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Training for Employment Support Services
OCASI is pleased to open registration for upcoming self-directed online training on: Training for Employment Support Services.
- Date: April 15 – August 15, 2026 (Self-Enrol and Start learning)
- Location: Online at learnatwork.ca
- Registration deadline: May 15, 2026 (Self-Enrolment
Last updated Apr 16, 2026
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For Clients: Career Skills micro-credential courses in Accounting, Finance, IT, Design and Project Management
Since 1998, the Career Skills program at Skills for Change has been a trusted training provider for thousands of individuals to build the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in today’s competitive job market. Designed for professionals and entrepreneurs alike, Career
Last updated Dec 24, 2025
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Best Practices/Practical Guide
From WhatsApp to EMRs: Real-World Experiences Implementing Digital Messaging Tools in Client Services
The SEND project, led by ACCES Employment with funding from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, hired Logical Outcomes to explore how organizations across sectors are currently using digital messaging tools (WhatsApp, SMS, Teams, electronic medical records, etc.) to
Last updated Dec 23, 2025
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Workers Action Centre's Primer: An organizers guide to wage theft
Workers Action Centre's Primer: An organizers guide to wage theft explains:
- the high rate of wage theft in Ontario,
- its impact, and
- what workers can do.
Wage theft affects migrant, racialized, and low-wage workers the most. It can include unpaid hours, missing overtime, late wages
Last updated Dec 18, 2025
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Employment Counsellor - Scarborough
Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services Scarborough, ON Onsite
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Settlement & Employment Counsellor
Indus Community Services Mississauga and Brampton, ON
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Employment Counsellor - Scarborough
Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services Scarborough, ON Onsite
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National Online Bilingual Community of Practice (CoP) - SettleNet.org Remote
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For Clients: Youth Opportunities at Toronto and Region Consevation Authority
TRCA offers programs to support youth and young adults who are interested in getting involved in the conservation sector.Published July 17, 2026
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Survey on career guidance practices and needs for supporting at-risk youth
The Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC), with support from CERIC, is conducting a national survey of career development practitioners working with at-risk youth who have not yet graduated from high school. The study aims to understand the challenges in engaging…
Published May 22, 2026
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Call for workshop proposals
The National Bilingual Online Community of Practice (CoP) is seeking French-speaking facilitators for its 2026–2027 digital programming. To view the announcement, please click here. (in French )
Published May 13, 2026
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Upcoming Events
Upcoming professional development and networking opportunities for service providers.
Published October 7, 2025
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OCASI Salary and Benefits Survey!
Participate in the 2025 OCASI Salary and Benefits Survey!
Together, We Can Improve Immigrant & Refugee-serving Non-profit Salaries - Start Here!
This important initiative seeks to gather up-to-date insights on compensation trends across Ontario’s not-for-profit immigrant and…
Published August 29, 2025
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How Does Your Nonprofit Organization Compare? Share Your Salary Data Today!
Participate in the 2025 OCASI Compensation and Benefits Survey!
Shaping Equity in Ontario’s Immigrant and Refugee Services Sector
This important initiative seeks to gather up-to-date insights on compensation trends across Ontario’s not-for-profit immigrant and refugee-serving…Published August 1, 2025
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On The Radar - Changes coming for Ontario workers
As 2024 approaches, it's time to look ahead at some upcoming changes that will affect workers in Ontario.Published August 9, 2024
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Niagara Health program helping immigrants become registered nurses in Ontario
Brilee Sears St. Catherine Standard Thu., Feb. 9, 2023
Nurses from around the world — who now live in the Niagara Region — are being given the chance to work in their field through supervised practice experience partnerships.
The supervised practice experience partnership (SPEP)…
Published February 13, 2023
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Ottawa extends, expands work permit program for Hong Kong residents
Aaron D’Andrea Global News February 6, 2023
Ottawa has extended and expanded a work permit program for Hong Kong residents seeking jobs in Canada as advocates warned thousands could be shut out with its expiry.
Immigration Minister Sean Fraser announced Monday that the federal…
Published February 9, 2023
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New regulations on migrant farm workers should tackle employer/employee power imbalances
February 1, 2023 The Conversation Stephanie Mayell, C. Susana Caxaj &Janet McLaughlin
The government of Canada recently amended the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations to include new employer obligations. These amendments are intended to enhance protections for migrant…
Published February 6, 2023