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SUMMARY:Navigating the Canadian Job Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative session on how to successfully navigate the Canadian job market! This session is tailored for newcomers looking to grow their career opportunities.\n \nIn this session\, you will learn essential tips on: \n\nEffective job search strategies\nUnderstanding Canadian workplace culture\nMaking your skills stand out to employers\n\n\nTo save your spot\, please contact Habab at hhamour@iwchamilton.ca
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/navigating-the-canadian-job-market-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T120000
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SUMMARY:The Canadian Workplace: Culture & Tips for Success
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop presented by our Employment team\, you will learn about important factors that influence your success in the Canadian workplace. \nYou’ll explore: \n\nCommunication in the workplace\nWorkplace norms & expectations\nCollaboration & teamwork\n\nRegistration is required. To join us\, please contact: mrodriguez@iwchamilton.ca or dcastillo@iwchamilton.ca
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/the-canadian-workplace-culture-tips-for-success/
LOCATION:8 Main St. E Ste. #308
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250625T120000
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UID:16437-1750845600-1750852800@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Interview Preparation - Strategies for Telephone\, Virtual and In-Person Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Join our Employment team for this informative session and gain the necessary skills to ace your next job interview. \nThis session will cover strategies you can use in telephone\, virtual and in-person interviews. Stand out as a candidate and build confidence in your interview skills today! \nTo register\, please contact Thary at: tphy@iwchamilton.ca
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/interview-preparation-strategies-for-telephone-virtual-and-in-person-interviews-2/
LOCATION:Main Site\, 8 Main St. East\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N1E8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250715T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T124030
CREATED:20250707T162358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T182315Z
UID:16503-1752584400-1752591600@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating Canadian Workplace Culture – Information Session
DESCRIPTION:A healthy workplace culture can influence your overall experience as an employee. \nIn this upcoming session\, our Employment team will provide information on: \n\nWorkers rights & responsibilities\nEmployer’s expectations\nCommunication skills in the workplace\nSoft skills for employment\nAdapting to the Canadian workplace\n\nEligibility: Permanent Residents\, Protected Persons and Convention Refugees \nJoin us! For more information or to register\, please contact Thary at tphy@iwchamilton.ca 
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/navigating-canadian-workplace-culture-information-session-2/
LOCATION:8 Main St. E Ste. #308
CATEGORIES:Employment Programs,Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T124030
CREATED:20250625T145538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T145538Z
UID:16468-1752832800-1752840000@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Hamilton Business Centre
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newcomer interested in starting a business in Canada? \nThis information session will explore the supports available through the Hamilton Business Centre. \nYou’ll receive: \n\nInformation on how to start your business in Canada\nAn introduction to the tools and resources available through the Hamilton Business Centre\nAnswers to all your business-related questions\n\nEligibility: Permanent residents\, protected persons\, Convention refugees \nRegister today! To join us\, please contact Rasha at rsaeed@iwchamilton.ca
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/introduction-to-the-hamilton-business-centre/
LOCATION:100 Main St. E\, Ste. 210\, 100 Main St. E\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N3W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T124030
CREATED:20251014T155043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T155212Z
UID:16705-1760522400-1760533200@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Food Safety Training - Registration Session
DESCRIPTION:Register to join our 5-Day Food Handler Course! \nGet ready to earn your Food Safety Certification in this 5-day course starting Monday\, October 20th. Learn important skills for safe food handling and earn your certification to launch your career in the Food Service Industry. \nAttend our upcoming registration session on October 15th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM to speak with our team\, learn more about the course and get your questions answered. \nTo secure your spot or for more information\, please contact: hhamour@iwchamilton.ca \nEligibility: Permanent Residents\, Convention Refugees\, and Protected Persons with a CLB level of 4 or higher.
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/food-safety-training-registration-session/
LOCATION:100 Main St. E\, Ste. 210\, 100 Main St. E\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N3W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T124030
CREATED:20251014T155254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T155254Z
UID:16708-1760616000-1760626800@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Food Safety Training - Registration Session
DESCRIPTION:Register to join our 5-Day Food Handler Course! \nGet ready to earn your Food Safety Certification in this 5-day course starting Monday\, October 20th. Learn important skills for safe food handling and earn your certification to launch your career in the Food Service Industry. \nAttend our upcoming registration session on October 15th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM to speak with our team\, learn more about the course and get your questions answered. \nTo secure your spot or for more information\, please contact: hhamour@iwchamilton.ca \nEligibility: Permanent Residents\, Convention Refugees\, and Protected Persons with a CLB level of 4 or higher.
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/food-safety-training-registration-session-2/
LOCATION:8 Main St. E\, Ste. #308 Hamilton\, ON\, 8 Main St. E\, Ste. #308\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251023T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T124030
CREATED:20251014T170316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T170316Z
UID:16717-1761224400-1761231600@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:How to Start Your Business in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Small Business Week with us! \nIn celebration of Small Business Week from October 20th to 24th\, we are offering a series of sessions created for newcomers interested in starting a business. \nOn October 23rd\, join us for a panel discussion members and entrepreneurs from COOCO\, AEON Stellar Commerce and StellaEats. \nThis session will provide guidance on: \n\nNavigating the startup process\nHow to create a business plan\nSupports available for entrepreneurs\nOptions for funding your business\n\nEligibility: Permanent residents\, protected persons and Convention refugees \nRegister now and get on the track to starting your business! Contact ebakri@iwchamilton.ca to register.
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/how-to-start-your-business-in-canada-3/
LOCATION:8 Main St. E\, #307
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T124030
CREATED:20251014T165647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T165718Z
UID:16714-1761732000-1761739200@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:How to Start Your Business in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Small Business Week with IWC and Hamilton Business Centre! \nIn celebration of Small Business Week from October 20th to 24th\, we are offering a series of sessions created for newcomers interested in starting a business. \nJoin us and Hamilton Business Centre on October 29th to learn about: \n\nSupports available to entrepreneurs\nThe process of starting your business\nHow to create a business plan\nHow to fund your business\n\nEligibility: Permanent residents\, protected persons and Convention refugees \nRegister now and get on the track to starting your business! Contact ebakri@iwchamilton.ca to register.
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/how-to-start-your-business-in-canada-2/
LOCATION:8 Main St. E\, #307
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251117T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T124030
CREATED:20251107T182805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T182805Z
UID:16756-1763382600-1763391600@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Interview Preparation - Strategies for Telephone\, Virtual and In-Person Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Join our Employment team for this informative session and gain the necessary skills to ace your next job interview. \nThis session will cover strategies you can use in telephone\, virtual and in-person interviews. Stand out as a candidate and build confidence in your interview skills today! \nTo register\, please contact Thary at: tphy@iwchamilton.ca
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/interview-preparation-strategies-for-telephone-virtual-and-in-person-interviews-3/
LOCATION:Main Site\, 8 Main St. East\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N1E8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T124030
CREATED:20251126T194643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T194657Z
UID:16769-1764680400-1764687600@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Navigating Canadian Workplace Culture
DESCRIPTION:A healthy workplace culture can influence your overall experience as an employee.\n \nIn this upcoming session\, our Employment team will provide information on: \n\nWorkers rights & responsibilities in the workplace\nEmployer’s expectations\nCommunication skills in the workplace\nSoft skills for employment\nAdapting to the Canadian workplace\n\n\nEligibility: Permanent residents\, Protected Persons and Convention Refugees \nRegister today! Contact: tphy@iwchamilton.ca to save your spot. \n 
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/navigating-canadian-workplace-nov2025/
LOCATION:8 MAIN ST. E\, 3RD FLOOR\, 8 Main St. E\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N 1E8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260526T124030
CREATED:20251126T194337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T202032Z
UID:16767-1765360800-1765364400@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Careers with Hamilton Police Service: Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about a future in policing? Join this informative session to learn about the many professional opportunities available with Hamilton Police Services.\n \nOur guest speakers will share: \n\nCareer paths and opportunities\nTips to stand out in your application\nInterview preparation strategies\n\nJoin us! Email hhamour@iwchamilton.ca to save your spot!
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/careers-with-hps/
LOCATION:100 Main St. E\, Ste. 210\, 100 Main St. E\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N3W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T124030
CREATED:20260112T193221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T193221Z
UID:16947-1768557600-1768564800@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Get Job Ready
DESCRIPTION:Feel confident entering the workforce with our upcoming employment session! \nJoin our in-person training to learn resume tips\, interview techniques\, employer expectations\, cultural awareness\, and job maintenance support.   \nTo register\, please email dcarranza@iwchamilton.ca to save your spot!
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/get-job-ready-3/
LOCATION:8 Main St. E Ste. #308
CATEGORIES:Employment Programs,Employment Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T124030
CREATED:20251014T164804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T162443Z
UID:16712-1769086800-1769094000@iwchamilton.ca
SUMMARY:Your Rights at Work - Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a refugee claimant looking to understand your rights in the workplace? Join us for an engaging and informative session in partnership with Solidarity Place\, to learn about your rights under the Employment Standards Act. \nThe session will cover: \n\nHours of Work and Overtime\nWage Requirements\nTime Off Work (including vacation and leaves)\nRules for Temporary Workers\nTermination of Employment\n\nEligibility: Refugee claimants with a valid work permit. \nSave your spot today to learn information about your employment rights! Contact mrodriguez@iwchamilton.ca  or call 905-529-5209 x 1261 to register. \n 
URL:https://iwchamilton.ca/event/your-rights-at-work-session/
LOCATION:8 Main St. E Ste. #308
CATEGORIES:Employment Sessions
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