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SUMMARY:Good Reads for Strong Roots – How to Understand Ukrainians: A Cross-Cultural Perspective
DESCRIPTION:📅 Date: January 23\, 2025\n🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST\n💻 Location: Online\n🎟️ Fee: Donation-based \nQuiet Tenacity is proud to host this engaging and thought-provoking event\, featuring Maryna Starodubska\, author of “How to Understand Ukrainians: A Cross-Cultural Perspective”. Maryna\, an Adjunct Professor at Kyiv-Mohyla Business School and Consultant at TLFRD.com\, will provide valuable insights from her book\, offering a sociological perspective on Ukrainian culture and mindset. \nThe conversation will be led by Inna Rozum-Tuka\, a cross-cultural coach\, global dexterity practitioner\, and founder of Quiet Tenacity Inc. Drawing on evidence-based business cases that outline the most common challenges Ukrainians face in Canadian workplaces\, the discussion will explore how to effectively apply insights from the book in both personal and professional contexts. \nThis event will be incredibly valuable for: \n\nUkrainian immigrants navigating life and work in Canada.\nEmployers\, service agencies\, and organizations working with Ukrainians.\nProfessionals seeking to build partnerships or collaborate with Ukrainian teams and individuals.\n\n💡 Why attend? \n\nGain unique insights into cross-cultural dynamics that impact relationships\, workplace interactions\, and collaboration.\nDiscover practical strategies to overcome challenges and leverage opportunities for better integration and understanding in North America.\nAccess valuable information shared in English\, providing a rare opportunity for English-speaking professionals to engage with content from a Ukrainian-language book.\n\n💡 No prior reading required! While the book is written in Ukrainian\, the discussion will be in English\, making it accessible to all participants. \nRegister here: Good Reads for Strong Roots Event Page \nAll proceeds from this event will support the Winter Campaign\, organized by the Canada Ukraine Foundation\, helping Ukrainians meet essential needs during the challenging winter months. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to deepen your understanding\, foster collaboration\, and make a meaningful impact. \n 
URL:https://iecc.network/event/good-reads-for-strong-roots-how-to-understand-ukrainians-a-cross-cultural-perspective/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workforce Diversity
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SUMMARY:Before You Arrive in Canada
DESCRIPTION:If you know someone who is planning a Canadian Journey? Tell them to join this virtual conference to learn all about Canadian culture\, connect with organizations offering pre-arrival programs and settlement services\, and get all the insights you need before landing in Canada. \nWhat’s on the agenda? \n🔍 Actionable advice: From choosing your landing city to integrating into Canadian culture\, our sessions cover it all. \n💬 Engaging sessions: Interactive workshops\, information sessions\, and panel discussions led by experts and fellow immigrants. \n🎯 Personalized support: Tailored assistance and referrals to pre-arrival programs and settlement services. \n🤝 Networking opportunities: Connect with mentors\, service providers\, and like-minded individuals to ease your transition into Canadian life. \nDon’t miss this chance to embark on your Canadian journey with confidence! Secure your spot now!
URL:https://iecc.network/event/before-you-arrive-in-canada/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Settlement Services
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Inspiring Journeys: Immigrant Women's Path to Leadership and Personal Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:As we continue to celebrate outstanding women and discuss gender equity issues beyond International Women’s Day\, we are delighted to invite you to the upcoming event\, “Celebrating Inspiring Journeys: Immigrant Women’s Path to Leadership and Personal Empowerment”\, organized by TRIEC. \nThe event’s inspiring speaker panel will share their insights on leadership\, personal empowerment\, and celebrate the achievements of immigrant women. \nSpeakers: \n– Alma Arzate\, Senior Director\, Global Supply Chain Logistics\, Apotex Inc. \n– Danielle Chen\, Vice President\, Confederation of Chinese Alumni Association \n– Miryam Lazarte\, CEO\, Global Startups Accelerator \n  \nModerator: Preet Kiran Sandhu\, Manager\, Employer and Stakeholder Relations\, TRIEC
URL:https://iecc.network/event/celebrating-inspiring-journeys-immigrant-womens-path-to-leadership-and-personal-empowerment/
LOCATION:Zoom: Virtual Event at TRIEC
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Workforce Diversity
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SUMMARY:Unlocking the Secrets of Talent Retention / Employer Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:Employer Perspectives – Immigrant Employment Councils of Canada \nAs part of the IECC Network Webinar Series\, this first webinar of 2024 will take place on Thursday February 8th (11:00 AM to 12:00 PM PST / 3:00 to 4:00 PM AT).  The format will be a Q & A conversation with 4 panelists\, moderated by New Brunswick Multicultural Council. \nDescription: \n\nUnderstanding the Importance: Explore why talent retention is not just a routine HR function but a strategic game-changer for sustained business success. Learn how retaining top talent can significantly impact productivity\, innovation\, and overall organizational performance.\nIdentifying the Challenges: Delve into the common challenges organizations face in retaining their best and brightest. From workplace culture to career development\, we’ll dissect the factors that influence employee satisfaction and retention.\nStrategies for Success: Discover proven strategies and best practices employed by industry leaders to retain top talent. From creating a positive work environment to implementing personalized development plans\, we’ll guide you through a comprehensive toolkit for success.\nEmployee Engagement: Learn the art of fostering meaningful connections with your workforce. Understand how employee engagement initiatives can serve as a powerful catalyst for talent retention\, leading to a motivated and loyal team.\nLeadership’s Role: Uncover the pivotal role of leadership in talent retention. Gain insights into leadership behaviors that inspire trust\, loyalty\, and a sense of purpose among team members.\nData-Driven Decision-Making: Embrace the power of data in talent retention strategies. Learn how to leverage analytics to identify trends\, anticipate challenges\, and make informed decisions that positively impact employee satisfaction and longevity.\nCase Studies: Explore real-world case studies of their organizations to successfully implement talent retention initiatives. Gain inspiration from their journeys and understand applicable strategies to organizational context.\n\nPanelists: \n\nSristi Panta – (Moderator) Employer Engagement Lead\, New Brunswick Multicultural Council\nAman Chawla – Ignite\nShirley Mitchell – Coast Tire & Auto Service\nMat Savulescu – Periscope\nMuriel Berdat – Comfort Nite Networking Nursing Homes\n\n  \nPresented by: Immigrant Employment Councils of Canada and NBMC Home Page – The New Brunswick Multicultural Council : New Brunswick Multicultural Council (nbmc-cmnb.ca) \nIn partnership with: New Canadians – New Canadians \n  \nWebinar: Employer Perspectives in New Brunswick
URL:https://iecc.network/event/unlocking-the-secrets-of-talent-retention-employer-perspectives/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Best Practices,Workforce Diversity
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Apprenticeship & Sponsoring
DESCRIPTION:What is a skilled trade? A skilled trade is an occupation that requires a particular skillset\, knowledge base or ability. You see the evidence of skilled trades every day—when you walk into a building\, drive down the road\, go to a restaurant\, or simply turn on a light. When people think of skilled trades\, there’s a few that immediately come to mind—Plumber\, Carpenter\, Electrician—but the trades are much more extensive\, with nearly 100 to choose from in B.C. Everything from Crane Operators to Hairstylists\, Locksmiths to Arborists\, and much more. \nAn Apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training and classroom learning that leads to a trade credential\, such as a Certificate of Qualification (CoQ) or Red Seal. It lets you put your brain and body to work doing something you love. It’s a chance to sharpen the skills\, improve the labour force\, and turn ideas into things you can see. \n  \nThe demand for skill trades is strong in the Province: by 2032\, there will be up to 83\,000 job openings in B.C.\, and many will require trades training. \nTogether with SkillTradesBC\, we are helping to build a world-class workforce in British Columbia. \n  \nSpeaker: Kerrick Law\, Apprenticeship Advisor at SkillTradesBC – Richmond & Annacis Island Region \n  \nRegister for FREE: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUocOGhqjkiE9S0JArrnwS2bGh7w7oIHL1S \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n  \nPresented by SkillTradesBC Home | SkilledTradesBC \nIn partnership with IEC-BC IECBC – Immigrant Employment Council of B.C. – Connecting Employers to Immigrant Talent \nAnd WorkBC Home | WorkBC \n 
URL:https://iecc.network/event/introduction-to-apprenticeship-sponsoring/
LOCATION:Zoom: Virtual Event at IECBC\, 720 - 750 West Pender Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6C 2T7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skill Trades
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SUMMARY:WILL Immploy Virtual Information Sessions
DESCRIPTION:General information:\nThrough a suite of recruitment\, hiring\, training and retention services\, WILL Immploy can help your business:\n– Become immigrant & newcomer ready\n– Connect to diverse new pools of talent\n– Fill your labour shortages\n– Enhance your workplace culture\n– Diversify your workplace\n– Increase your social impact\nBy attending one of our information sessions\, participants will have the opportunity to learn about our programs and receive lightning round consulting on their most pressing challenges. \nPresenters:\n– Kayley MacGregor\, Employer Advisor\, Employer Engagement Project\n– Daniella Quinones\, Project Coordinator\, Newcomer Talent Retention Network\n– Carly MacArthur\, Team Lead\, Mentorship\n– Sandra Astaiza\, Sales and Marketing Advisor \nJoining:\nRegister here to receive a Zoom link via email prior to the session.
URL:https://iecc.network/event/will-immploy-virtual-information-sessions-3/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Diversity
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SUMMARY:Becoming Newcomer Ready: An Interactive Workshop and Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Despite a greater emphasis and understanding of the importance of diversity in the workplace\, and the impact newcomers can have on any workplace\, many employers are encountering challenges with hiring and retaining this talent. \nIn this event\, the expert consultants from the Newcomer Talent Retention Network will introduce you to the concept of being ‘Newcomer ready’ and how you can achieve it. This will be an interactive event where you will have an opportunity to discuss challenges faced by your organization in retaining newcomer and get on-spot expert advice by our consultants. You can sign up to talk with our consultants at a first come\, first served basis at the event location. \nThe ultimate goal of this event is to identify your retention needs and create a plan of action that you could take to your organization and continue to work on with our support. The retention areas in focus are listed below:\n1. Inclusive Onboarding Strategies – WILL Immploy\n2. Intercultural communication – Fanshawe Corporate Solutions\n3. Addressing unconscious bias\, racism and/or discrimination in the workplace – Pillar Nonprofit Network\n4. Immigration and Work Eligibility – Borders Immigration\n5. Human resources – LadderHR Solutions\n6. City settlement and connecting with the community – CityMatch Inc. \nWe are excited to see you at the event. Lunch and refreshments are provided. \nAgenda:\n12:00 – 12:45pm – Lunch\n12:45 – 1:00pm – Introductions & the Newcomer Ready concept\n1:00 – 1:45pm – Panel Discussion with Dharshi Lacey (Pillar)\, Jodi Smith (City Match) & Kim Ly (Borders Immigration)\n1:45 – 2:00pm – Q&A\n2:00 – 2:15pm – Break & sign-ups for on-site consulting\n2:15 – 3:00pm – Creating your action plan\n3:00 – 3:50pm – Networking & meetings with consultants\n3:50 – 4:00pm – Closing Remarks \nThis event is brought to you by WILL Immploy – A project of WILL Employment Solutions and funded by Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
URL:https://iecc.network/event/becoming-newcomer-ready-an-interactive-workshop-and-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Goodwill Community Store & Donation Centre\, 255 Horton Street East London\, London\, Ontario\, N6B 1L1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workforce Diversity
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SUMMARY:WILL Immploy Virtual Information Sessions
DESCRIPTION:General information:\nThrough a suite of recruitment\, hiring\, training and retention services\, WILL Immploy can help your business:\n– Become immigrant & newcomer ready\n– Connect to diverse new pools of talent\n– Fill your labour shortages\n– Enhance your workplace culture\n– Diversify your workplace\n– Increase your social impact\nBy attending one of our information sessions\, participants will have the opportunity to learn about our programs and receive lightning round consulting on their most pressing challenges. \nPresenters:\n– Kayley MacGregor\, Employer Advisor\, Employer Engagement Project\n– Daniella Quinones\, Project Coordinator\, Newcomer Talent Retention Network\n– Carly MacArthur\, Team Lead\, Mentorship\n– Sandra Astaiza\, Sales and Marketing Advisor \nJoining:\nRegister on Eventbrite to receive a Zoom link via email prior to the session. It is a virtual event on the Eastern Standard Time (EST) Zone.
URL:https://iecc.network/event/will-immploy-virtual-information-sessions/
CATEGORIES:Workforce Diversity
ORGANIZER;CN="WILL Immploy":MAILTO:info@willimmploy.ca
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