Eligibility

Employment Services for Immigrants – Skills Connect

Basic Requirements

Individuals may be eligible for the Skills Connect for Immigrants program if they:

• became a permanent resident of Canada within the last five years;
• have a minimum of three years of pre-arrival work experience in a profession , trade or high-skill occupation; and
• have an intermediate to advanced level of English language proficiency.

If eligible, Skills Connect can assist immigrants to find the job they were trained for by:

• assessing skills, qualifications and experiences;
• providing targeted career counselling and career planning services;
• providing job seeking skills and support and an introduction to Canadian workplace culture;
• improving language skills and assistance to upgrade other skills;
• assistance with industry specific skills training;
• providing connections to and assistance with regulating bodies; and,
• providing hands-on workplace experience through mentoring and other innovative approaches. 

Did you know:

80% of the participants who completed this program have found a meaningful career that uses their skills and training.

Call one of the Service Providers now to find out more about how Skills Connect can help you get back to work.