Immigrants Working Centre

WorkLink - Careers in Long-Term Care
2025-11-10 10:00 - 2025-12-19 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Main Site, 8 Main St. East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N1E8, Canada
Interested in exploring a career in the long-term care industry? Our next WorkLink course can support you! In this 6-week program, learners will:

Understand roles and responsibilities for various entry-level positions in the long-term care industry including: housekeeping, concierge, dining room server, cook helper and care attendant
Enhance communication skills and learn industry-specific language
Receive training and workplace orientation

Program Components:

Workplace language training
Job readiness certifications
Personalized one-on-one employment support

ELIGIBILITY: Permanent residents, Convention refugees and Protected Persons with CLB 4 or higher.
Register today! Contact Lelav at lkittani@iwchamilton.ca to save your spot.

Healthy Eating for Kids and Families Information Session
2025-11-14 10:00 - 12:00 | 100 Main St. E, Ste. 210, 100 Main St. E, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N3W4, Canada
Looking for ways to get your kids to eat better?
Join our Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) team for an engaging information session on healthy eating for children, hosted at our Downtown East site. In this session, you’ll discover tips for encouraging healthy eating habits, helping picky eaters try new foods, and boosting kids’ intake of fruits and vegetables!
Details:
Date: Friday, November 14, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Address: 100 Main St. E. Unit #210 Hamilton, Ontario L8T 1S2
Register today!
Please contact Hoshneara at 905 529 5209 Ext: 2229 to register.
*Bus tickets & Refreshments will be provide!

Interview Preparation - Strategies for Telephone, Virtual and In-Person Interviews
2025-11-17 12:30 - 15:00 | Main Site, 8 Main St. East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N1E8, Canada
Join our Employment team for this informative session and gain the necessary skills to ace your next job interview.
This 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!
To register, please contact Thary at: tphy@iwchamilton.ca

Mental Health Support for Newcomers
2025-11-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Centennial Site, 160 Centennial Pkwy N #7, Hamilton, Ontario, L8E 1H9, Canada
Learn how to take care of your mental well-being in your new community! Our special guest speaker from the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) will share helpful information about:

Understanding mental health and wellness
Tips for staying well and knowing when to seek help
How to access community programs, counselling and crisis services
Local mental health resources & supports in the city
Stress, anxiety and challenges newcomers may face

Register now! Contact admineast@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-662-9160 x 3221 to save your spot.

Navigating Canadian Workplace Culture
2025-12-02 13:00 - 15:00 | 8 MAIN ST. E, 3RD FLOOR, 8 Main St. E, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 1E8, Canada
A healthy workplace culture can influence your overall experience as an employee.

In this upcoming session, our Employment team will provide information on:

Workers rights & responsibilities in the workplace
Employer’s expectations
Communication skills in the workplace
Soft skills for employment
Adapting to the Canadian workplace

Eligibility: Permanent residents, Protected Persons and Convention Refugees
Register today! Contact: tphy@iwchamilton.ca to save your spot.

Welcome to Ontario - Pre-Employment Information & Orientation Session
2025-12-03 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-07 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 to register please contact: adminsettlement@iwchamilton.ca

Careers with Hamilton Police Service: Information Session
2025-12-10 10:00 - 11:00 | 100 Main St. E, Ste. 210, 100 Main St. E, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N3W4, Canada
Thinking about a future in policing? Join this informative session to learn about the many professional opportunities available with Hamilton Police Services.

Our guest speakers will share:

Career paths and opportunities
Tips to stand out in your application
Interview preparation strategies

Join us! Email hhamour@iwchamilton.ca to save your spot!

WorkLink – Careers in Child Care
2026-01-13 10:00 - 2026-02-27 14:00 | 8 Main St. E, Hamilton, ON Room #307, 8 Main St. E, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 1E8, Canada
Interested in exploring a career in the Child Care industry? Our next WorkLink course can support you!
In this 7-week program, learners will:

Learn child care-specific language and terminology.
Explore different careers in the industry.
Learn about the types of child care services in Ontario, their licensing processes and rules.
Obtain job-related certifications and connect with local employers!

In-person classes are held at our 8 Main St. location, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
ELIGIBILITY: Permanent residents, Convention refugees and Protected Persons with CLB 4 or higher.
Register today! Contact lkittani@iwchamilton.ca to save your spot!

Get Job Ready
2026-01-16 10:00 - 12:00 | 8 Main St. E Ste. #308
Feel confident entering the workforce with our upcoming employment session!
Join our in-person training to learn resume tips, interview techniques, employer expectations, cultural awareness, and job maintenance support.
To register, please email dcarranza@iwchamilton.ca to save your spot!

Your Rights at Work - Information Session
2026-01-22 13:00 - 15:00 | 8 Main St. E Ste. #308
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.
The session will cover:

Hours of Work and Overtime
Wage Requirements
Time Off Work (including vacation and leaves)
Rules for Temporary Workers
Termination of Employment

Eligibility: Refugee claimants with a valid work permit.
Save your spot today to learn information about your employment rights! Contact mrodriguez@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x 1261 to register.

Enhancing Language Development in Young Children
2026-02-05 10:30 - 11:30 | Fennell Site, 1119 Fennell Ave. E #234, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Join our Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) team for an educational session on language development in young children.
You’ll learn tips about:

The importance of adult interaction for language development
The power of songs, rhymes and books
Tips for teaching new words

Bus tickets & refreshments will be provided. You will also receive a gift to support at-home learning!
Register now! Contact 905-529-5209 x 4229 to save your spot.

TVs, Tablets, and Telephones: How Much is too Much?
2026-02-13 10:00 - 12:00 | 8 MAIN ST. E, 3RD FLOOR, 8 Main St. E, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 1E8, Canada
In this information session presented by our Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) Team, you will learn about the impacts of screen time on children.
This session will cover:

Pros and cons of screen time
Recommendations from pediatricians
Alternatives for screen time
How to model healthy screen time as parents

Join us! To register, please call 905-529-5209 x 1231.

Celebrating Black History Month
2026-02-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Join us for a special online Diversity event honouring Black History Month!
🗓️ Wednesday, February 18, 2026 🕐 1:00 PM 💻 Online via Zoom
Our guest speaker Harold Usher, P. Eng., DTM, Hon.C. (Belize) will take us on a journey through:
🔹 Black History & the legacy of slavery 🔹 The Underground Railroad 🔹 Black Pioneers & Historical Sites 🔹 Black Inventors & Inventions
This is a powerful opportunity to learn, reflect, and celebrate the contributions of Black communities in Canada and beyond.
🔗 Register now: iwchamilton.ca/feb18th
📧 Questions? Contact adminsettlement@iwchamilton.ca or call 905-529-5209 x2221
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2026 #Diversity #IWCHamilton #BlackHistory #UndergroundRailroad #Hamilton

Explore & Connect: Job Fair & Industry Panel
2026-02-24 10:00 - 14:00 | LIUNA Station – 360 James St. N, Hamilton, 360 James St. N, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Looking for your next career opportunity? Join us at our upcoming Job Fair & Industry Panel!
Meet hiring employers like RBC Royal Bank, Hamilton Police, Aerotek, Concentrix, HWDSB, Alzheimer Society, Express Employment Professionals, Ethos Automation, and more!
✅ Explore employment opportunities ✅ Get resume & interview support ✅ Hear from an industry panel ✅ Connect directly with hiring experts
Registration is required! Sign up now at iwchamilton.ca/jbfeb24
Presented by Immigrants Working Centre & Wilder Path Consulting.
#JobFair #HamiltonJobs #NowHiring #NewcomerEmployment #IWCHamilton #CareerOpportunities #HamiltonON
