Immigrants Working Centre

Guide to the CRA and Service Canada
2024-01-23 12:00 - 14:00, 2023-10-26 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Online
Join our online information session to explore Service Canada Programs, including pensions, Job Bank, apprenticeships, Employment Insurance, and Social Insurance Numbers. Learn how to access these important resources while keeping your information private.
For more information, please contact Kseniya at kali@iwchamilton.ca

NGen Skill Assessments
2024-01-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Main Site, 8 Main St. East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N1E8, Canada
If you have experience as an Electrician, Welder, or Millwright and and are looking to improve your career opportunities, NGen and IWC have an info session just for you! Learn about skilled trades assessments, get your skills certified, connect with potential employers, and, for those eligible, register for assessments on the same day.
Ngen will provide accommodation, transportation, PPE, and translation support.
For registration or more information, contact Elham at ebakri@iwchamilton.ca

Nature Kids Program
2024-01-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Centennial Site, 160 Centennial Pkwy N #7, Hamilton, Ontario, L8E 1H9, Canada
Are you a parent of children 5-11 years old looking for a fun program to enroll your children in?
Join our in-person session as we explore the Nature Kids Program. In this program, your children will:

Learn healthy eating habits
Gain new knowledge
Explore the outdoors
Engage in physical activity

For more information or to register, please contact admineast@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x 3221

Pronunciation and Social Interactions: Networking
2024-01-15 18:00 - 2024-02-16 20:00 | Online
In this online course, you will build confidence in networking with colleagues and professionals in your field. You will develop and practice using correct consonant and vowel sounds to effectively communicate, using appropriate expressions and idioms for introduction and networking conversations.
For more information, please contact lkittani@iwchamilton.ca

Introduction to General Construction - WorkLINK Course
2024-01-15 10:00 - 2024-02-23 14:00 | Main Site, 8 Main St. East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N1E8, Canada
In this 6-week workplace preparation course, you will:

Enhance your English communication skills
Learn specific language for the construction industry
Gain an understanding of different jobs, their duties and requirements
Obtain training and certifications in Workers Health and Safety, WHMIS & Customer Service
Receive personalized employment support from our team of expert Employment Counsellors

Eligibility: Permanent residents, convention refugees and protected persons. CLB 4 or higher.
For more information or to register, please contact Lelav at lkittani@iwchamilton.ca

Learning Environment Course with Mohawk City School
2024-01-15 10:00 - 2024-02-22 13:00 | Main Site, 8 Main St. East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N1E8, Canada
Interested in pursuing a career within the childcare industry?
This program delivered by City School at Mohawk College in partnership with the Immigrants Working Centre, and ASCY (Affiliated Services for Children and Youth) will give you the tools to get started.
Learn to plan, organize, and evaluate activities, emphasizing play for learning. Set up engaging learning spaces, present activities to kids, and earn certifications in Psychosocial Hazard & Workplace Mental Health, plus Workplace Violence & Harassment.
Register today! Contact Lelav Kittani at lkittani@iwchamilton.ca to save your spot!

Food Safety Training
2024-01-15 10:00 - 2024-01-24 13:00 | 100 Main St. E Ste. 250, 100 Main St. E Ste. 250 & 210, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 3W4, Canada
Join our 5-Day Food Handler Course! Get ready for a 5-day course starting next Monday, January 15th, with the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board. Learn important skills for safe food handling and earn your certification to launch your career in the Food Service Industry.
Classes are on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays. The final exam will be on Jan 26th at 10 am.
To secure your spot or more information, please contact Elham Bakri at ebraki@iwchamilton.ca
Eligibility: Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees, and Protected Persons with a CLB 4 or higher, 19+ years old.

Trades Gateway Program
2024-01-09 17:30 - 2024-02-09 18:30 | Online
Are you a skilled worker with international experience in a trade? Our Trades Gateway program can help you get your experience recognized and work toward Ontario trade certification. Attend webinars, receive one-on-one support, and more as undergo the trades licensing process. Register today on the Trades Gateway website or contact tradesgateway@iwchamilton.ca for more information.

Introduction to Health and Safety Session
2024-01-05 10:30 - 12:30 | 100 Main St. E Ste. 250, 100 Main St. E Ste. 250 & 210, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 3W4, Canada
Get to know the essentials of workplace safety with our Health and Safety Training session! Explore insights into the occupational health and safety regulations in Ontario, preparing you to navigate a secure work environment. Join us to learn workplace safety practices, emergency procedures, and your rights as an employee. Free certifications available!
For more information or client referrals, please contact Manal at communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca

Welcome to Ontario - Pre-employment Information & Orientation Session
2024-01-03 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-12-06 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-11-01 10:00 - 11:30 | Centennial Site, 160 Centennial Pkwy N #7, Hamilton, Ontario, L8E 1H9, Canada
As a newcomer, one of the most important steps in your settlement journey is finding a job in Canada. In this session, we will talk about what you need to know to start your job search journey.
In these monthly sessions, you will:

Learn how to identify your specific short-term career goals and the skills needed to succeed
Research available community resources and programs to support your job search
Gain more knowledge and confidence required to navigate these resources and secure more meaningful employment opportunities

For more information or client referrals please contact: adminsettlement@iwchamilton.ca

Become a Certified Personal Support Worker
2023-12-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
Looking to start a rewarding career as a Personal Support Worker? Trillium Vocational Institute’s training can give you the opportunity to enter this rewarding & in-demand career.
In this information session, you will get details of the virtual certification training program including:

Duration of the program and time commitment
Enrollment requirements
Placement Opportunities upon completion of the program
Program start date

Registration is required. To save your spot, please contact mrodriguez@iwchamilton.ca

Introduction to Health and Safety Session
2023-12-15 10:30 - 12:30 | 100 Main St. E Ste. 250, 100 Main St. E Ste. 250 & 210, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 3W4, Canada
Get to know the essentials of workplace safety with our Health and Safety Training session! Explore insights into the occupational health and safety regulations in Ontario, preparing you to navigate a secure work environment. Join us to learn workplace safety practices, emergency procedures, and your rights as an employee. Free certifications available!
For more information or client referrals, please contact communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca

Pathways to Permanent Residence for Ukrainian Newcomers
2023-12-13 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-12-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
Are you a Ukrainian newcomer in Canada with a CUAET permit?
In this online session, explore options for permanent residence in Canada and hear from subject matter experts specializing in Immigration, Refugee and Family Law. Get expert guidance, connections to resources and answers to your questions! Join us!

To register, please contact Kseniya at kali@iwchamilton.ca.

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
2023-12-08 10:30 - 12:30 | 100 Main St. E Ste. 250, 100 Main St. E Ste. 250 & 210, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 3W4, Canada
Join us for an informative WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) session where you will learn essential knowledge about workplace safety and the identification of hazardous materials. This session will cover key aspects of WHMIS regulations. Learn how to recognize and handle hazardous materials to support your professional journey in Canada. For more information or to register, please contact communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca.

IWC's 35th Anniversary Celebration
2023-12-01 15:00 - 17:00 | David Braley Health Sciences Centre, Room 2032, 100 Main St. West, Hamilton, Ontario, L8P 1H6, Canada
Save the Date!

We are excited to announce IWC’s 35th Anniversary Event, a celebration of our organization’s past, present, and future.
Come celebrate 35 years of IWC’s commitment to empowering newcomers in Hamilton. We look forward to seeing you there!

Click here to save your spot! Please RSVP by November 24th, 2023

Digital Literacy for the Job Search
2023-11-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
Are you a newcomer looking for a job or career change? Learn how to use digital platforms to your advantage in our upcoming session! In this session, you will learn about creating online accounts to apply for jobs, easily applying on major company websites like Amazon, Walmart, and Costco, uploading your resume to different platforms, and more! To register, email Mildred at mrodriguez@iwchamilton.ca.

Job Search Workshop for Ukrainian Clients
2023-11-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Online
In this workshop, participants will discover how to create resumes that meet local standards, understand employer expectations, master Canadian job search strategies, and ensure online job search safety. Additionally, they will receive valuable job search resources and networking tips.

For more information or client referrals, please contact Nadia at nmattia@iwchamilton.ca or 905-517-2964

Children's Aid Services in Canada - Main Site
2023-11-24 10:30 - 12:00 | Main Site, 8 Main St. East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N1E8, Canada
Join our upcoming session to learn about how Children’s Aid assists in building healthy families by working with parents to address concerns that affect children’s safety and wellbeing. Bus tickets & refreshments will be provided! To register, please contact Maria at 905-529-5209 x 1231.

Get Job Ready
2023-11-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Main Site, 8 Main St. East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N1E8, Canada
Feel confident entering the workforce with our upcoming employment session! This in-person training session will provide clients with resume tips, interview techniques, employer expectations, cultural awareness, and job maintenance support.

To register, email Doris at dcarranza@iwchamilton.ca

Financial Literacy Session - Arabic
2023-11-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Online
In this one-hour online session, clients will learn how to save money on household expenses. We’ll cover 75 practical tips for budgeting and cutting costs on utilities, groceries, and more. Additional sessions available for Farsi and Ukrainian speakers

For more information or client referrals, please contact communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca

Citizenship Preparation Group
2023-11-13 16:30 - 2023-11-20 18:00 | Online
These five online sessions will allow participants to prepare to pass the Canadian Citizenship Test with ease! In these sessions, participants will learn from the ‘Discover Canada’ guide and complete practice tests in an interactive group setting. For more information or client referrals, please contact communityconnection@iwchamilton.ca

Children's Aid Services in Canada - Fennell Site
2023-11-10 10:30 - 12:00 | Fennell Site, 1119 Fennell Ave. E #234, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Join our upcoming session to learn about how Children’s Aid assists in building healthy families by working with parents to address concerns that affect children’s safety and wellbeing. Bus tickets & refreshments will be provided! To register, please contact Silva at 905-529-5209 x 4229.

IT Information Session with NPower Canada
2023-11-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Online
Learn about in-demand IT careers at our upcoming info session with NPower Canada! This upcoming session will provide you with free skills training and guidance as you learn about the various roles available in IT. Grow your network, build skills, and get your foot in the door! Come join us! To register, please contact Thary at tphy@iwchamilton.ca.

WorkLINK - Careers in Child Care Program
2023-10-30 10:00 - 2023-12-15 14:00 | Main Site, 8 Main St. East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N1E8, Canada
Prepare for a career in child care with our new WorkLINK course in partnership with the City of Hamilton! These in-person classes will teach you about child care-specific language and terminology plus provide you with training, certification, a PAID placement and more! Classes will be in-person starting September 19th, Monday to Friday from 10 am-2 pm.
Register today! Contact Paula at pcastano@iwchamilton.ca to save your spot.

Get Job Ready Session
2023-10-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Main Site, 8 Main St. East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N1E8, Canada
Feel confident entering the workforce with our upcoming employment session! This in-person training session will provide you with resume tips, interview techniques, employer expectations, cultural awareness, and job maintenance support.
To register, email Doris at dcarranza@iwchamilton.ca

Getting a Job Using Social Media
2023-10-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Are you a newcomer seeking a job or career change? Learn how to use social media to your advantage in our upcoming session hosted by our Employment Team! In this session, you will learn about how to create online accounts to apply for jobs, how to upload your resume, and more!
To register, email Mildred at mrodriguez@iwchamilton.ca
