Immigrants Working Centre

How to: Create an Effective Resume
2021-11-19 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Toronto) | Ontario
Want to learn the secret about landing an interview? It’s all about how you effectively present yourself in a resume!
In this workshop you will learn about:
1. The purpose of a resume and its important components
2. Various resume styles and formats
3. How to write a targeted resume
4. How the right resume can increase your chances of landing a great job
Please note: This workshop is virtual. Participants must have access to a computer.
REGISTER TODAY!
Contact: Fartun Abdi at fabdi@iwchamilton.ca
Eligibility: Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees, Protected persons and Refugee Claimants

Online English Classes (LINC) - Enrolment Open!
2021-11-15 - 2021-12-15 | Ontario
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) Online Classes. Session 2 enrollment for November 15 – December 15. For more information, contact the LINC team at linctowork@iwchamilton.ca
For more information about LINC and our online classes, visit: https://iwchamilton.ca/englishclasses

Virtual Job Fair with Cargojet
2021-11-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
Are you looking for work? Cargojet is hiring Groundhandlers and Operators! Attend the IWC job fair for a chance to meet/network with employers.
Wednesday, November 10 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM
For more information, contact Thary at tphy@iwchamilton.ca

Language Preparation for Manufacturing and Production
2021-11-08 | Ontario
Learn the specific manufacturing terminology to be successful in today’s manufacturing jobs including Assembly Line Production Process, Advanced Manufacturing Process, Quality Control & Inventory Management, and more! November 8 – December 17, 2021 (6 weeks, Monday – Friday, Full-time). For more information or for more client referrals, contact Eman at eelmasri@iwchamilton.ca

Evolving Technology for Work (Online Course)
2021-11-01 18:00 - 20:10 | Ontario
Sharpen your knowledge and usage of workplace communication & collaboration tools and discover the future direction of technology in the Canadian workplace. November 1 – December 17, 2021 (7 weeks, Monday – Thursday from 6:00 – 8:10 pm). For more information or for more client referrals, contact Eman at eelmasri@iwchamilton.ca

Driving Safely in Winter
2021-10-26 13:00 - 14:30 | Ontario
Join us in this online session presented by the Hamilton Police Services. Obtain more information and guides to help you drive safely in difficult weather conditions. Tuesday, October 26 at 1:00 PM For more information, contact Kelly at adminsettlement@iwchamilton.ca

Walk-in COVID-19 Clinic at IWC!
2021-10-19 09:30 - 12:30 | Ontario
Walk-in to get your first or second dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Pfizer and Moderna available!

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at IWC
When? Tuesday, October 19 from 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Where? Immigrants Working Centre (182 Rebecca St. Hamilton)

For more information, call us at 905-525-9676 x 221

Gain Canadian Work Experience! NEW Hands-on Class
2021-10-12 00:30 - 14:55 | Online
Are you looking to gain work experience in a fun, classroom environment? Our new 10-week online class includes English practice, skills training, and a chance to apply what you learn running your own community-based workshop in our Community Connections department!
You will gain experience in:
– Administration and customer service
– Basic marketing and promotion
– Facilitating an engaging workshop for your peers
Work reference letter available upon completion.
Open to permanent residents, convention refugees and protected persons with a CLB of 4/5 or higher
Register Now!
Contact: linctowork@iwchamilton.ca

Apply for Housing in Hamilton (Online Info Session)
2021-09-30 00:00 - 13:00 | Online
This online session will cover a wide range of housing-related topics including
– How to apply for subsidized housing
– Who can apply for subsidized housing
– Documents required for social housing applications
– Applicant responsibilities
Presented by Amanda Ciardullo & Grant Wilson, Housing Support Workers, Healthy and Safe Communities, Housing Services, City of Hamilton
Thursday, September 30 at 1:00 PM
Contact: admineast@iwchamilton.ca

Weekly Online Group for Swahili Women
2021-09-28 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
Meets every Tuesday at 1:00 PM for the next 4 weeks!
To join this online women group, please contact Rosemary at raswani@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-978-0963

Online English Classes - Register Now!
2021-09-20 | Online
Language Instruction for Newcomers (LINC)
We’re still accepting new and returning students for the morning, afternoon, and evening and shift worker’s class.
Read more about our English Classes here!
For more information or client referrals, contact linctowork@iwchamilton.ca

Care for Newcomer Children — Edubox Program for Families
2021-09-20 | Ontario
Check out our program for newcomers and their children! The Edubox includes fun at-home activities for the children and valuable information/resources for parents and families. It is delivered once-a-week straight to your doors. For more information, contact Bozena at bwosz@iwchamilton.ca
Learn more about our Care for Newcomer Children program here!

McMaster University MBA Program (Online Info Session)
2021-09-15 15:00 | Online
Business-minded newcomers, this session presented by Degroote School of Business (McMaster University) representatives will cover everything you need to know about pursuing an MBA degree at McMaster including program options, key requirements, the application process, and more!
Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 3:00 pm (online)
For more information or to attend, contact Thary at tphy@iwchamilton.ca
