The Connecting Afghan Refugees to Good Jobs program at ACCES Employment, funded by IRCC, provides free, one-on-one employment counselling and ESL communication coaching to Afghan refugees across Canada. Customized referrals and resources are provided to help clients achieve success through mental health and coaching workshops, upskilling opportunities, as well as a variety of diverse networking, mentoring, and hiring events.
Program Components
- Customized one-to-one support to help you with your job search in Dari, Pashto, or English
- Training from recognized providers
- One-on-one language coaching
- Coaching and Mental Health workshops
Program Benefits
- Effective job search strategies include market research techniques, resume development, interview skills and targeting your job search to companies that require your specific skills and experience
- Upskilling and Mentoring opportunities
- Specialists who understand the job search needs of people new to Canada
- Networking and Hiring events
- Coaching and support after you’re hired
Program Eligibility
- For individuals who hold or have held refugee status upon landing in Canada