Resources for Newcomers


On Track Employment Tips and Advice for Newcomers

Featured are seven tip sheets with information for newcomer job seekers, ranging from the process of getting a job, to the do's and don't of interviews, to workplace culture in Canada. The sheets are meant to be a starting place for job seekers, and they are encouraged to contact one of the Employment Services providers in Hamilton for more details and additional help.

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Source: www.workforceplanninghamilton.ca

Employment Tips and Advice for Newcomers 

This is a great resource for newcomers containing information on employment services and important tips for successful transition into the Canadian labour market.
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Source: www.welcometohamilton.ca

Credential Evaluation Services

ICAS is a Canadian company committed to helping individuals achieve their personal and career goals by providing assessments of education completed outside Canada. Click here for further details.

WES is a not for profit organization with over thirty years’ experience evaluating international credentials. Its major purpose is to facilitate the integration of internationally educated individuals into the employment and education environment of their newly adopted country. Click here for further details.

Immigrant Access Fund (IAF)


Immigrant Access Fund (IAF) is a loan program designed for immigrants/internationally trained individuals who are looking to return to their profession or trade in Canada. IAF loans can help to pay for the costs associated with completing licensing or training needs. Check out http://www.iafcanada.org/ for additional information.

YMCA English Language Assessment

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  1. If you are a newcomer with a background in either the Environmental or ICT sectors, and are facing challenges finding work in your field, call Jean at the YWCA Hamilton: 905-522-9922 ext. 150. We offer a Bridging to Employment program in partnership with Mohawk College.

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