Barely a year since its expansion, the Facilitating Access to Skilled Talent (FAST) Program is seeing positive results; this IEC-BC initiative helps skilled immigrants prepare for their Canadian career – even before they arrive here.

Facilitating Your Access to Global Talent: Programs and Supports for Employers”

FREE WEBINAR

Wednesday, March 21, 10:00 – 11:00 PDT

What is the difference between project management practices in Canada and in other countries ; how can you become a professional engineer in BC and what are the ways to get Canadian experience – these were just some of the questions that participants in IEC-BC’s “Connections Event for Engineers” were eager to find the answers to.

IEC-BC ushered in 2018 by participating in the Mentoring Month, a campaign that celebrates mentoring and the positive  effect it can have on the lives of others. As part of … Continued

Each December 18, the United Nations invites us to observe International Migrants Day; with immigration so firmly ingrained in “Brand Canada,” it is an opportunity to re-visit the public conversation about its impact and, maybe, even dispel a few myths.

As this year comes to an end, it is a good opportunity to celebrate our successes and build excitement for 2018 –  IEC-BC’s 10-year anniversary. In 2017, we developed innovative … Continued

How can you help Canadian employers understand what skills you bring to the table and how do you tell your professional story in a way that makes it relevant to … Continued

The Immigrant Employment Council of BC (IEC-BC) and the Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) signed a memorandum of understanding to equip Surrey businesses with the tools, resources and workable solutions they need to connect with the refugee and immigrant talent.

Employers across Canada now have concrete proof of the many advantages of hiring newcomers; the Diversity Dividend: Canada’s Global Advantage report, which was launched for BC audiences on October 30, 2017, outlines specifics on how Canadian businesses are benefiting from hiring immigrants.

IEC-BC continues to seek out new ways to connect skilled immigrants with companies that are interested in creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. While networking events are nothing new, IEC-BC … Continued