We are starting our year by celebrating our partners, such as McMaster Hospitality. For the past decade, they have been a key supporter of our vision for a Hamilton where immigrants can achieve social and economic success. They also serve as a source of employment opportunities, contributing to the integration and growth of newcomers in our city.  

This past December, at IWC’s 35th Anniversary, we recognized McMaster Hospitality as the “Partner of the Year 2023.” This recognition is the result of a successful partnership that has grown over the years.

Our journey with McMaster began ten years ago when our employment specialists, Doris and Rosemary, reached out to build a connection. At that time, McMaster invited our clients to tour their facilities as well as to get to know the opportunities within their department.

During that first visit, “McMaster not only showed our clients their facilities but also conducted interviews and hired clients” Doris recalls.  “One of our clients that was hired got his culinary education in Canada sponsored by them [McMaster Hospitality].”

This visit was not just a preview into their department; it marked the start of a decade-long collaboration that has provided job opportunities to newcomers and promoted their professional growth. The then manager, a key figure in McMaster Hospitality’s hiring decisions, constantly demonstrated her enthusiasm for integrating our clients into Hamilton’s workforce and support for newcomers in our city.