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in finding work or exploring training options NIEFS can assist you. We
offer support services and have the resources required. We can also tell
you more about the *IMMPower BC program for
recent immigrants to Canada. Contact our office today at 250-286-3441 or
by email at info@niefs.net . See the following websites for information on Work in Canada, Canadian Work Culture, Credentials and Qualifications Recognition, Professional Sites, Associations and Sector Councils, and Canadian Language Benchmarks. Download this IMMPowerBC brochure for more information. |
Welcome to BC
There are several ways to come to British Columbia. This site provides information on how to become temporary workers, skilled and professional workers, international students in BC. It will also guide you through facts, trends and citizenship for immigration.
istep
The new Immigrant Skilled Trades Employment Program (ISTEP) promises to help landed immigrants build careers in BC's construction industry while helping employers to fill gaps in their workforce. Contact Paul Mitchell 250-475-1077
Looking Ahead
A on-line portal to information, programs and services that support immigrant employment in British Columbia, Canada. Resource guides for immigrants, employers and service providers.
Foreign Credentials Referral Office
The Working in Canada Tool will help you identify the name of your occupation in Canada and provide you with a detailed labour market information report (containing job duties, skill requirements, wage rates, etc.) for a chosen location in Canada.
International Qualifications Program
This website provides a variety of links for immigrants seeking employment and BC links.
Society of Internationally Trained Engineers of British Columbia
SITE BC is British Columbia’s unique forum for the engineering community from around the world representing the interests of BC’s internationally trained engineering community.
Skills Development in British Columbia - Skills Shortage 101
Information and links for employers and job seekers.
Bridge to the Future - Skilled Immigrants Employment Readiness Tool
This website offers supports for new immigrants. Sections assist with exploration regarding employment readiness including English language skills, occupations, credentials, job search, community resources and Canadian culture.
International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES)
A website designed to assist people to gain the recognition they need to pursue their career and educational goals in Canada. ICES evaluates the credentials of people who have studied in other provinces or countries and determines comparable levels in British Columbia and Canadian terms.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
The Monitor is an on-line newsletter posted quarterly by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. It features timely statistics on citizenship and immigration trends.
Campbell River Multicultural & Immigrant Services Association
MISA is a non-profit organization that provides:
* information and help to people who have moved to Canada from other countries.
* resources, workshops and training to other agencies and community groups to assist them in learning how to provide service in a welcoming and sensitive way to people from diverse backgrounds.
* opportunities to celebrate diversity, meet people from other cultural backgrounds, and learn about racism and multiculturalism at social events and through volunteer opportunities.