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. The Hired in Canada: The Post Arrival Playbook for Newcomers and Students webinar is designed to help you avoid common pitfalls. Between navigating the Canadian experience requirement and ensuring your job aligns with your immigration goals, the pressure is on. Learning the realities of getting hired in Canada is crucial for your success.

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 for a position in Canada. Additionally, Hired in Canada: The Post Arrival Playbook for Newcomers and Students addresses the most urgent priorities for those just arriving.

Join us 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 and get your first opportunity hired in Canada. In this session, Hired in Canada: The Post Arrival Playbook for Newcomers and Students will be your guide to early career success.

By participating in this webinar, you will discover:

  • For Permanent Residents: How to bypass the Canadian experience trap and get employers to value your international background.
  • For International Students & Temporary Residents:How to strategically choose jobs that maximize your Comprehensive Ranking System score and PR eligibility
  • Navigating Visas: Learn how to communicate your visa status to employers without scaring them away.
  • The Hidden Job Market: Discover the practical steps you should take to build meaningful professional connections and a Canadian network from scratch.
  • Survival Jobs vs Career Jobs: Learn how to balance taking a transitional job to pay the rent while blocking out time to hunt for your actual profession.
  • 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.

 

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FEATURED PRESENTER

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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