Canadian Employment Connections (CEC) is a free pre-arrival employment program that offers virtual services to prepare internationally trained professionals for the Canadian job market as they prepare to immigrate to Canada. The program assumes a sector-focused approach, examining in-demand jobs across six Canadian sectors and the skills required to land these roles.

If you are interested in applying for the program, please fill out our online registration form.Opens in new tab icon If you have questions about the program or eligibility, please contact the program team. 

If you would like to register for an information session, please visit our Events Calendar!

Program Components

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  • Prepare for your job search from your country of residence even before your arrival in Canada
  • One-to-one support from an Employment Consultant who is knowledgeable about the sector 
  • The program brings together ACCES Employment’s expertise and vast network of Canadian employers in the following sectors:
    • Engineering
    • Financial Services
    • Human Resources
    • Leadership
    • Sales and Marketing
    • Supply Chain
    • Entrepreneurship

If you are interested in applying for the program, please fill out our online registration form.Opens in new tab icon

Canadian Employment Connections is funded by the Government of Canada.

Program Benefits

  • Prepare for your job search from your country of residence even before your arrival in Canada
  • Build connections with ACCES Employment’s vast network of employers across Canada
  • Connect to potential job opportunities across Canada
  • Receive employment support regardless of where you plan to land in Canada
  • Referrals to Speed Mentoring® and The Mentoring Partnership™ 
  • Effective job search strategies including market research techniques, resume development, interview skills and targeting your job search to companies that require your specific skills and experience 
  • Post-arrival referrals 
  • Access to mentors who are professionals in your field 
  • Invitations to attend recruitment and networking events 

Program Eligibility

  • Have been approved for Canadian permanent residency and are currently living outside of Canada
  • Plan to arrive in Canada within the next 2 to 6 months
  • Completed post-secondary education and at least 2 years of experience in one of the six sectors listed under Program Components
  • CLB 7/8 or higher preferred
  • Are committed to completing an online training module of approximately 40 hours

Program Fees

There is no fee associated with this program.