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Do you want one-on-one coaching to help you continue your construction career in Canada before you arrive?

The Integrating Newcomers program is for you if you’re a technical professional e.g. tradesperson, engineer (in any discipline), architect, technician, technologist, project manager, estimator, or analyst. This Canada-wide, pre-arrival service can help you get started!

By participating in this webinar, you will learn how to :

  • Work with a dedicated career coach
  • Gain job-hunting tips and tools for the construction industry
  • Source job leads, apply for work and build employer connections
  • Connect with provincial professional associations and licensing bodies
  • Get your skills and past experience assessed to help you find the job that will best suit you
  • Understand how to build your ‘Canadian experience’ before immigrating
  • Confidently enter the construction workforce in Canada!

Who should attend?

You should attend this webinar if you have been approved to immigrate to Canada and have one of the following documents:

  • Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) invitation to obtain pre-arrival services
  • Confirmation of Permanent Residence letter/document
  • Passport request letter that indicates permanent resident visa issuance
  • An IRCC request that an applicant for permanent residence complete a medical examination
  • A single entry Permanent Resident Visa
  • A permanent Resident Visa pick up notification letter.

Bonus:

  • Interactive Webinar Summary Page: Access webinar resources and revisit important information all in one convenient location.

About BCCA:

Funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, BCCA-Integrating Newcomers is the only Canada-wide, construction-focused, pre-arrival service that offers one-on-one coaching for immigrating Canadian Permanent Residents. The team supports clients heading to any city, province or territory. While you are still in your home country, you will be mentored on job hunting and how to build your ‘Canadian experience’ faster. Services are delivered online and at your own pace. The team has strong partnerships with construction associations, credential/licensing authorities, employers and free settlement service providers across the country. We will help you build your connections and career before you land in Canada!

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.

PRESENTER

Alice Calmettes

Program Manager, BCCA-Integrating Newcomers

Alice Calmettes is a bilingual program manager, with years of experience both in Canada and abroad. She has extensive experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and diversity and inclusion. She oversees the delivery of the BCCA Integrating Newcomers program, a pre-arrival service dedicated to helping experienced professionals find their fit in the construction industry in Canada.  Throughout her career, she has consistently prioritized maintaining strong communication with stakeholders, actively participating in collaborative decision-making, and effectively coordinating project teams.

PRESENTER

Louise Nichol

Skills Assessor, BCCA-Integrating Newcomers

Louise Nicol is an educator, skills assessor, HR specialist, licensed tradesperson, industry adviser and veteran of Canada’s construction and technical industries. She hold trades designations, a masters degree in Leadership & Training, and have served on several technical sector councils.

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