Hired in Canada: The Post Arrival Playbook for Newcomers and Students

Wednesday, 20 May 2026 12:00 PM (EST)

Nigeria: 5:00 PM | India: 9:30 PM | Philippines: 10:30 PM

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Webinar Details

Stop sending resumes into the void. Landing a job in Canada as a newcomer or international student can feel like an uphill battle. Between navigating the Canadian experience requirement and ensuring your job aligns with your immigration goals, the pressure is on.

Because you are already in the country, your timeline is shorter and the need to secure employment is high. You do not just need to know what to expect, you need to know exactly what you must do today to get hired.

Join us on May 20th for an exclusive, no nonsense webinar with Kevin Lawler from the Whiteboard Collective. Whether you just landed as a Permanent Resident or are looking to transition from a student visa to PR, we are breaking down the exact steps you need to take to break into the labour market.

By participating in this webinar, you will discover:

  • For Permanent Residents: Discover how to bypass the Canadian experience trap and get employers to value your international background instead of asking for local experience.
  • For International Students: Find out how to strategically choose jobs during your studies that will boost your Comprehensive Ranking System score and maximize your permanent residency eligibility.
  • For Temporary Residents: Learn how to confidently communicate your visa status to employers and align your current work experience with your immigration goals.
  • Live Q&A: Get direct access to ask Kevin your specific career questions live.

Who should attend?

If you’re eager to connect, learn, and take the next step in your career journey, this session is for you. You’ll find out what it takes to be successfully hired in Canada as swiftly and efficiently as possible. Finally, attending Hired in Canada: The Post Arrival Playbook for Newcomers and Students ensures you gain actionable insights for your next chapter.

  • Permanent residents who have been in Canada less than one year
  • Internationally trained professionals looking to restart their careers
  • Newcomers exploring how to grow their professional network in Canada

EXPERT

Kevin Lawler

Newcomer, Recruitment Expert, and Leader of the Whiteboard Collective

Kevin Lawler knows exactly what it takes to break into the Canadian job market because he’s done it himself. As a newcomer to Canada, Kevin faced the exact same hurdles you are navigating today. He took that experience and spent the next 15 years mastering Business Development and Recruitment in Canada.

Today, as the leader of the Whiteboard Collective, he works directly with Tier 1 Canadian employers to break down hiring barriers and connect them with top-tier international talent. Kevin has dedicated his career to proving to Canadian corporations that your international experience is an asset, not a liability. He doesn’t just understand the hidden Canadian job market—he helps shape it. During this webinar, Kevin is pulling back the curtain to show you exactly what top Canadian employers are looking for and how to get your resume to the top of their pile.

 

FEATURED PRESENTER

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David Frattini

Managing Partner, Prepare For Canada

David Frattini brings insights into the issues and needs of prospective immigrants to Canada. He has built successful relationships with many stakeholder groups that range from professional associations to settlement services for newcomers. These key relationships help newcomers to prepare for and achieve success in Canada.

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