CONNECTIONS

In response to the situation with COVID-19, the CONNECTIONS program at Douglas College is now being offered online and will return to in-person sessions when it is safe to do so. Your safety is important to us. Douglas College is following protocols from Provincial Health Authorities.

Newcomer Employment Program

Workplace Culture | Employment Preparation | Job Placement |Essential Skills

Empowering immigrants in BC by supporting newcomers with the employability skills they will need to succeed in Canada.

Program Highlights

8 weeks of online-class workplace skills training
4 weeks of job placement & ongoing job support
Industry-specific training and certificates
Canadian Workplace Culture
Classmate support and an opportunity to build meaningful relationships
Refreshment and transportation support provided

Program Eligibility *Updated

For ages 17 +
LINC 4 (Since moving to online, we have increased language requirements)
Must have access to a computer, WiFi and basic digital technology skills
Permanent Resident, Family Class or persons with refugee status in Canada
CLB2+ or LINC3
Unable to accept Canadian Citizens, temporary foreign workers, skilled immigrants, or refugee claimant who have not yet received a positive decision on their refugee status claim