Canada InfoNet is an 8-week pre-arrival program that helps you plan, learn, and connect to gain the knowledge, skills, and network needed to succeed in the Canadian work environment.

PREPARE 

Work one-on-one with an Employment Specialist to discuss your career path, your job search and identify the right job opportunities. You will receive support on: 

• Career planning 
• Licensure pathway 
• Job search strategies 
• Identify the right job opportunities 
• Career Exploration 

LEARN 

Services that provide you with relevant information for your career and job search in Canada, such as:

• Industry geared webinars and employment information sessions 
• Canada style resume and cover letter service 
• Online learning content on relevant employment-related topics   
• Soft skills sessions such as business communication and customer service 
• Virtual events that highlight opportunities in small- and medium-size communities across Canada

CONNECT 

Receive support to connect to relevant resources in Canada, such as:

• Work with a Mentor in Canada – You will be matched with a Canadian professional working in your field who can share industry-specific occupation and career information 
• Networking opportunities 
• Employer connections through an online job matching platform, webinars and other employer-led events 
• Settlement Services in your province of arrival 

Program Summary: Building Unbiased and Inclusive Workplaces Leveraging Diversity (BUILD) is an online pre and post arrival information and orientation program for international professionals in Architecture or a related field in Ontario

You want to work in the fields of: Architecture ,Interior Designing, Urban planning etc. in Ontario

They offer you:

One-on-one support from an Employment Specialist in Canada for

• Understanding the Canadian labour market in your sector
• Preparing for and learning how to look for jobs in your field
• Learning about foreign credential recognition and licensing processes
• Connecting to relevant settlement and architecture specific programs

Services delivered: Online services for individuals arriving in Ontario

Language of Service: English

Program Features:  Gain the knowledge, skills, and network needed to succeed in the field of Architecture in Ontario.

Program Benefits: Sector specific supports for architects and related fields to advance your licensing process and career goals

Program Eligibility:

To register, you will need the following:

• Plan to arrive in Canada in the next 1 to 12 months
• Education in Architecture or related field
• Have at least one of the required documents (see the Eligibility tab for the full list)

This is an online Ontario-wide, cohort based, information and orientation program for international professionals in Architecture or a related field. 

This free 8-week post-arrival program includes:

• Architecture-specific information delivered by Canadian industry experts and employers
• Group job search sessions customized for architecture and one-on-one job search support
• Mentoring and internship opportunities
• Networking and employer connections

 Website : https://www.jvstoronto.org/architecture/#build.  

Program Summary: Newcomer Pathways into Skilled Trades (NPST) is a program designed to support internationally experienced trades-people to learn about and begin their licensing process for a regulated skilled trades occupation in Ontario 

You want to work in the fields of: Skilled trades in Ontario

They offer you:

One-on-one support from an Employment Specialist in Canada for

• Understanding the Canadian labour market in your sector
• Preparing for and learning how to look for jobs in your field
• Learning about foreign credential recognition and licensing processes
• Connecting to relevant settlement and trade specific programs

Services delivered: Online services for individuals arriving in Ontario

Language of Service: English

Program Features: Gain the knowledge, skills, and network needed to succeed in the field of skilled trades in Ontario

Program Benefits: Sector specific supports for internationally experienced trades people to advance your licensing process and career goals.

Program Eligibility:

To register, you will need the following:

• Plan to arrive in Canada in the next 1 to 12 months
• Must have work experience in skilled trades outside Canada
• Have at least one of the required documents (see the Eligibility tab for the full list)

Post-arrival services:

We also offer post-arrival services. To register and learn more, please visit: https://www.jvstoronto.org/newcomer-skilled-trades/

Newcomer Pathways will prepare you for the Trade Equivalency Assessment (TEA). We support you every step of the way as you gain the Red Seal or Certificate of Qualifications you need to start working in Ontario.

Eligibility:

• Open to Permanent Residents, convention refugees, and protected refugees
• Must have work experience outside Canada
• Must meet the requirements to be licensed in Ontario
• No CLB required

Get certified to work in your trade in Ontario!

To register for the Canada InfoNet program, you will need the following: 

• Plan to arrive in Canada in the next 2 to 12 months

At least one of the following documents is required: 

• An IRCC invitation to obtain pre-arrival services 
• A Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) letter/document 
• A passport request letter that indicates Permanent Resident visa issuance 
• An IRCC request that an applicant for permanent residence complete a medical examination 
• A Single Entry Permanent Resident Visa 
• A Permanent Resident Visa pick up notification letter 

Please note: 

• At this time, they are unable to support individuals emigrating from EU counties or immigrating to Quebec. Visit www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca if you are immigrating to that province. 

Select the CANADA INFONET Pre-Arrival Program during your registration. Prepare to have applicable documents ready to upload to your registration.