Canada’s workforce is diverse, bringing together people from many backgrounds. This creates great opportunities to work and learn from each other. For newcomers, building connections across cultures is important for success at work. It helps you understand others and feel more at home.

To explore these challenges, let’s look at the experiences of Bradley West. He is the Manager of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for the City of Winnipeg. Bradley moved to Canada from Australia 31 years ago. Adjusting from Australia’s direct communication style and warm climate to Winnipeg’s different workplace dynamics and cold winters was not easy.

The Weekly W-O-R-D-S single line winner was announced last week.

There are still two chances to win. Try to complete one of the patterns below for your chance to win a prize for your class:

For newcomers to Canada, gaining local work experience is often the key to enhancing their resumes and standing out in the competitive job market. Canadian employers value familiarity with local workplace culture, communication styles, and industry standards, so having Canadian experience on your resume can make a significant difference. Here are some effective strategies for building Canadian work experience and creating a resume that will catch the attention of employers. 

November is Career and Workforce Development Month in Manitoba, a province-wide initiative to support career planning and workforce growth. It’s the perfect time to explore how to gain Canadian work experience. This article will provide practical tips to help you gain experience, grow your skills, and move closer to your career goals. 

We have a Weekly W-O-R-D-S winner! Congratulations to Anastasiia‘s class for completing the single line pattern!

Don’t worry- There are still two chances to win. Try to complete one of the patterns below for your chance to win a prize for your class:

Welcome to a new month of learning and professional development opportunities! October brought insightful sessions, workshops, and chances for skill-building. Here’s a quick look back at October and what’s coming up in November.

Health Guest Speaker Webinar: Indigenous Perspectives of Health and Culturally Safe Care

It’s a race to the finish!

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At RRC Polytech’s Centre for Newcomer Integration (CNI), we understand that many internationally educated health professionals have busy lives. Whether you’re working, caring for your family, or juggling other responsibilities, our health language programs are designed to fit your schedule and help you build the communication skills needed to succeed in Canada’s healthcare system. 

CNI/LTC Students- Check your class BINGO card for a chance to win some great prizes!

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You’ve made it to CLB 7—an impressive accomplishment. You’ve proven that you can handle complex conversations, read and understand more detailed texts, and express yourself in writing. But if you’re aiming to enroll in a college or university program, there’s just one more milestone to reach: CLB 8. 

At CLB 8, you’ll be ready to handle the academic challenges that come with pursuing higher education in Canada. This final step in your language journey is about honing your skills to meet the demands of academic life, such as writing research papers, understanding lectures, and engaging in critical thinking. So, how do you make the leap from CLB 7 to CLB 8?