Friday, May 13, 2011

Temporary Foreign Worker Support Services

Services are available to help temporary foreign workers settle into their lives and work in Canada. EMCN settlement counsellors can provide the following services:

Our Services
  • Collaborative settlement services to temporary workers and employers
  • Customized cultural awareness / sensitivity presentations to groups and organizations
  • Settlement information, orientation workshops and referrals in one-on-one sessions
  • Settlement and integration supports including:
    • Assistance with issues regarding basic services (healthcare, housing, transportation, adult learning opportunities, etc.)
    • Assistance / Advocacy with government forms & offices
    • Help with translation / interpretation needs
    • Support to communities providing assistance to temporary foreign workers
  • Workshop and individualized assistance to give temporary foreign workers the tools they need to find immediate employment, including:
    • Resume / cover letter preparation
    • Interviewing / cold calling
    • Networking
    • Hidden job markets
Informal Weekly Class
The Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers hosts a free conversation class for Temporary Foreign Workers. This is an informal weekly class for intermediate English speakers to practice conversational English and improve confidence.

Date: Every Tuesday
Open Hour: 7:00 A.M - 8:30 A.M
Place: Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers
11713 82 street
Room Number: Room 3-3


Contact
Learn more about the program at Settlement Counsellor for Temporary Foreign Workers
Phone: 780-424-7709

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