Professional association * employment services * education programs * Ontario Bridge Training programs * sponsored events, seminars and networking opportunities * young professional and youth divisions



Employment Services -- career service centre * career advancement counselling * resume writing * job search workshops * job matching * job placement * mentorship



Education Programs -- academic counselling * English as a second language (ESL) * leadership development * licensure assistance * scholarships



Ontario Bridge Training Programs -- Gateway programs * for internationally trained accounting and finance professionals to obtain a Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation * for internationally educated professional nurses to obtain a registered nurse or registered practical nurse certification

Newcomer Settlement ProgramProvides walk-in information and referral services to refugees and newcomers

• Services and supports provided may include (with examples):
  • Initial settlement (housing, schools, orientation to Thunder Bay life)
  • Immigration (filling out applications for permanent residence, work permits and citizenship)
  • Health issues (referral to programs at Thunder Bay Health Unit, filling out OHIP applications)
  • Housing issues (filling out applications for Thunder Bay District Housing, apartment search)
  • Family Issues (filling out applications for Pro-Kids, Child Tax benefits, referral to various agencies)
  • Citizenship Application support
  • Employment Related Matters (job search, resume writing, employee rights, application for Employment Insurance)
  • Education issues (information and referral to ESL, LINC programs, tutors)
  • Social Services issues (assistance in applying for Ontario Works, assistance in dealing with agencies)
  • Sponsorship-related issues (assistance in filling out applications for sponsorship)

Refugee Sponsorship Program

• Any parish or group of individuals may sponsor a refugee family
• Refugee Sponsorship Coordinator assists parishes and other refugee sponsorship groups with information, planning, training and the application process

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

Employment and education services provider linking Internationally Educated Professionals (IEPs) with Canadian businesses

Employment and education services for IEPs, including:

• Job referrals
• Career counselling
• Workplace communication & industry specific English training
• Work placements
• Mentorship matches
• Networking opportunities

Staffing and support services for businesses, including:

• Staffing solutions
• Work placements
• Cultural competency training for employers
• Workplace mentorship initiatives
• Bookkeeping, taxation and IT support for start-ups and SMEs

COVID19 -- Office is closed for in-person visits but is operating virtually, call or visit website for details



Professional association * regulatory body is Professional Engineers Ontario


International Engineering Graduate (IEG) Programs -- including preparation for National Professional Practice Exam (NPPE)



Career Services -- online job board * professional development

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

Promotes awareness and economic integration of francophone immigrants in Ontario * offers professional support to all clients over a period of three to six monthsTwo components:Employability: Educates Ontario employers on the benefits of hiring a newcomer * prepares newcomers to Ontario's labour market realities * supports small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in their recruitment of newcomersEntrepreneurship: supports newcomers and members of francophone communities with the development of their business plan * provides support in leadership development and the creation of a network of professional contacts

Offers settlement and community orientation services for immigrants and refugees, including:Orientation and Adaptation Services

• Offers needs assessment and information and referral to community and social services, support with finding housing, child care, registering children in school and health care
• Provides help filling out government forms including housing and immigration sponsorship forms
• Offers workshops to reduce stress of adjusting to Canadian culture

Commissioner of Oaths

• Serves as a Commissioner of Oaths for verifying original documents

Translation and Interpretation Services

• Offers professionally trained interpreters with expertise in health, community and social services

Supportive counselling

• Provides short-term counselling to clients who encounter difficulties in adjusting to life in Canada and assistance in overcoming these challenges

Job search preparation and training

• Provides assistance in developing strong job search strategies and workplace communication skills

Employment counselling

• Offers resume help, employment counselling, skills and career development and help in establishing social and professional networks

Assists newcomer youth to successfully transition to life in Canada by providing a variety of supports to meet their needs
The program can assist with:

• Developing strategies to transition to life in a new country
• Referrals to appropriate outside agencies for services
• Homework and school assignment help
• English conversation and pronunciation
• Employment programs and opportunities

Youth Mentorship Program

• Supports youth in achieving their full potential in education, employment, community engagement and leadership through volunteer mentors and group activities

COVID19 -- service continues with staff working remotely, exams suspended, programs delivered remotely




Evaluation and curriculum support


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


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

Pre-arrival service providing specialized information and orientation about the Skilled Trades * employment consultations personalized to clients' needs and goals * service offered through Skype, WhatsApp, Viber, telephone, email, etc.* workshops cover topics such as Canadian workplace culture, popular skilled trades, job search techniques and more