Connecting to Careers in Biomanufacturing is a program that helps internationally trained newcomers with backgrounds in life sciences secure meaningful employment in Ontario’s growing biomanufacturing sector. 

Delivered in partnership with the Canadian Advanced Therapies Training Institute (CATTI), BioTalent Canada and Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), you’ll learn Canadian biomanufacturing industry standards, sector-specific terminology, and effective job search strategies needed for long-term success.

Click here to download the program flyer. 

Employment support

  • Full-time, hybrid 7-week program
  • 12 months of job coaching and employment services
  • Job search training tailored to the biomanufacturing sector (resume writing, interview practice, personal branding)
  • Access to labour market information (LMI) and mentoring partnerships
  • Employer connections through:
       – Guest speakers
       – Alumni and pitch panels
       – Speed Mentoring®
       – Job fairs and recruitment events
       – Networking opportunities
  • Post-hiring support to help with workplace integration and career growth

Technical and essential skills / futureproofing

  • In-depth industry training from the Canadian Advanced Therapies Training Institute (CATTI):
       – Introduction to the industry of Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMP)
       – Advanced Therapies Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) onboarding
  • Technical skills fundamentals training provided by BioTalent Canada
  • Biomanufacturing-specific communication training delivered by Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), with certificate upon completion
  • Access to digital learning tools:
       – IBM SkillsBuild 
       – JobScan
       – LinkedIn Learning
       – ACCES Learning Management System (LMS)
  • Learn in a hybrid training model with integrated learning modules, interactive sessions, and engaging events
  • Receive industry-recognized training tailored to biomanufacturing
  • Leverage direct access to hiring employers and mentorship opportunities
  • Engage with personalized employment counselling and career planning
  • Receive ongoing job retention support for help with success in new roles
  • Benefit from the program’s strong alignment with employer hiring needs and sector demands
  • Newcomer to Canada – permanent resident, convention refugee, refugee claimant with one year work permit
  • Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) Level 7
  • Minimum of two years professional experience in biomanufacturing sector outside of Canada
  • Have not been away from the life sciences field for a period longer than two years

*TENTATIVE*

  • Cohort 1: August 11, 2025 – September 26, 2025
  • Cohort 2: November 3, 2025 – December 19, 2025
  • Cohort 3: February 9, 2026 – March 27, 2026

$350+ HST
Eligible internationally trained professionals can apply to the Ontario Bridging Participant Assistance Program (OBPAP) to help pay for training.