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IPSO, Integrated Pre-arrival Services Online is a partnership project that provides a set of online services including language training, job readiness, cultural competency, employer connections and mentoring for internationally trained individuals (ITIs) who are preparing to immigrate to Canada. IPSO enables ITIs to integrate into the Canadian labour market in a more meaningful and timely manner. IPSO serves Skilled Workers, Provincial Nominees and Entrepreneurs.
Working with the Association of Canadian Community Colleges through the Canadian Immigrant Integration Program, the IPSO partnership includes Immigrant Settlement and Integration Services, JVS Toronto, Ryerson University and Skills International. The project is funded by the Government of Canada's Foreign Credential Recognition Program (FCRP).
How can you benefit from IPSO?
IPSO services will help you become successful in Canada through:
• Developing Canadian job search strategies and tools
• Improving your English language skills and cultural understanding
• Registering with a database searchable by Canadian employers
• Building a professional network in Canada
IPSO Services Include:
Writing Skills Workshop
After meeting the minimum language requirements through the language assessment, opportunities for improving basic writing skills and language learning will become available to you. IPSO provides opportunities to build basic writing skills and practice professional communication skills needed to be successful in the Canadian workplace.
Pre-employment Workshops
There are three job search workshops that will support you in developing job search skills, interview skills and help overcoming barriers related to getting a job in Canada. Language learning opportunities are available while participating in the job search workshops.
Industry Specific Mentoring
You will be matched with a mentor that has been successfully employed in Canada within the same or similar occupational background. The mentors understand the challenges of immigrating and finding work in Canada and offer their time and expertise in order to help newcomers succeed in achieving their goals. Through this program you will receive specific, tailored and practical information on employment and settlement.
Entry into a Database Searchable by Canadian Employers
This tool focuses on highlighting your skills and experience and assists you in securing employment in your field of expertise by connecting you with potential employers across Canada. Using a modular approach you will be able to utilize this resource to leverage your learning and job search.
Workplace Communication in Canada
Self-Testing - You will have the opportunity to test your communication skills in a Canadian workplace environment through interactive online activities. Once you have completed the self-test, you will receive a detailed report that will tell you how well you did in comparison to the expectations for skills and behaviours within a Canadian workplace. This report will help you identify your learning needs and plan your development of culture-based communication through our Learning Modules.
Learning Modules - Based on your Self-Test, you will be able to select the most relevant online training courses (3-6 hours each). These courses will help you better understand the Canadian workplace cultural values, norms and behaviours and therefore improve your chances to succeed upon your arrival.
Introduction to Business in Canada
This program encompasses all aspects of starting a business in Canada. The workshop was designed to create awareness and introduce relevant topics. By the end of the workshop participants will learn about the requirements and regulations of starting a
business in Canada.
IPSO will work for you if you have:
• 2 to 6 months to complete all of the offered services prior to your departure
• English writing and speaking skills
• Computer skills
• Access to a reliable Internet service, and up-to-date computer hardware and software
For more information download our flyer
IPSO Project Partners
Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC) manages the Canadian Immigrant Integration Program (CIIP) with offices in China, India and the Philippines. CIIP offices work with internationally-trained immigrants (ITIs) in the federal skilled worker class who are in the latter stages of immigrating to Canada. The various online components and resources of the IPSO project give ITIs access to information about Canada, support in developing an integration plan, and links to Canadian organizations that can assist them in their integration. For more information about ACCC - CIIP click here
JVS Toronto is a non-profit, non-sectarian organization that partners with both the government and business sectors to fulfill its mission of providing outstanding services for achieving success at school and at work. JVS Toronto, as part of its newcomer services, has a long and successful history of delivering a range of mentoring programs. The IPSO project includes JVS Toronto’s online mentoring program, Canadainfonet.org. Through Canadainfonet.org, ITIs connect with Canadian-experienced mentors in their fields, and gain valuable insights into the Canadian labour market, develop professional networks, and learn about local regulatory, licensing and educational requirements. For more information JVS Toronto click here
Immigrant Settlement and Integration Services (ISIS) is the largest provider of immigrant services and supports in Atlantic Canada. ISIS provides a multitude of services including refugee resettlement, English language training in the workplace, and bridging programs for ITIs. As part of the IPSO project, ISIS offers an English language writing course and pre-employment component, called New Beginnings Online (NBO), which enhances ITIs’ workplace communication and job search skills. For more information about ISIS click here
Ryerson University is a national leader in the development and delivery of university level profession-specific and pan-professional bridging programs and services for ITIs. ITI-related programs are offered through the Gateway for International Professionals at the G Raymond Chang School for Continuing Education. Through the IPSO project, Ryerson University provides the Workplace Cultural Communication (WCC) component that develops ITIs’ cultural competency and communication skills. For more information about Ryerson University's G Raymond Chang School for Continuing Education click here
Skills International unites pre-screened ITIs with Canadian employers who need their skills. Their online process has proven cost effective and efficient for employers, and is the first of its kind in Canada. ITIs in the IPSO project utilize this resource to post their employment profiles and make connections with Canadian employers in their fields. To learn more about Skills International click here
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