RESOURCES
Ready To Make an Impact?
We’ve compiled a list of valuable resources to help internationally trained professions navigate their career journey in canada.
Bridging Programs
More information on all bridge training programs at
Ontario Bridging Participant Assistance Program (OBPAP):
Newcomer Skilled Loan Program (RBC):
1-800-769-2511
Alternate jobs for immigrants
Alternative Jobs: Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants (OCASI)
Professional Immigrant Networks (PINs):
Searchable directory of networks, communication tools, resource library and PINs
Ontario Skills passport
Language Proficiency Requirements
• International Language Testing System (ILTS)
www.ielts.org
• Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL):
www.toefl.org
Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC)
Unit of the Council of Ministers of Education, Canada:
Career Edge Internship Program
• This is a 4-10 Month work placement
• Placements can be various fields such as Human Resources, Social Work and Teaching
• You must be in Canada for less than 3 years to be eligible
• Placements can be various fields such as Human Resources, Social Work and Teaching
• You must be in Canada for less than 3 years to be eligible
Mentorship programs
Mentorship Programs Provide Immigrant with:
• Professional Connections
• Job search strategies for their specific professions
• A better understanding of the Canadian workplace and industries trends
The Mentoring Partnership
• Brings together recent skilled immigrants and established professionals in mentoring relationship
• Must have lived in Canada for less than 3 years
• Toronto Area
Email: mentoring@triec.ca