Adjusting to life in a new country and restarting your career can be both exciting and overwhelming. From finding meaningful employment to adapting to Canadian workplace culture and building a professional network, newcomers often face a range of challenges.
With the right resources, guidance, hard work, and a touch of luck, you can navigate these obstacles and build a successful, fulfilling career in Canada.
For those in the Greater Toronto Area, a great opportunity to accelerate your journey is the Time to Thrive Job Fair & Newcomer Day, hosted by The Career Foundation.
Time to Thrive Job Fair & Newcomer Day: April 14, 2025 | The Westin Toronto Airport Hotel
Designed to connect job seekers and employers, the Time to Thrive event will offer a comprehensive experience that is tailored to the needs of newcomers.
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet hiring employers who are actively seeking talent, explore job openings across various industries, and even participate in on-the-spot interviews by CIBC, Toronto Police, Airport Aviation Services, and many more companies.
Time to Thrive is more than just a job fair: Get set for an inspiring keynote speech from Armaghun Ahmed. The former CEO of Appen Limited will share his immigrant journey and professional insights that you can benefit from.
Receive valuable career development support: Beyond job opportunities, the event will include expert-led resume critiques, ensuring that newcomers present themselves competitively in the Canadian job market.
The event also features inspiring keynote and panel discussions led by other immigrants who will share their journeys as immigrants and insights on career advancement in Canada. Other panel discussions will address hiring trends, industry expectations, and the challenges job seekers face in today’s evolving workforce.
For those looking to improve their employment prospects, a series of interactive workshops—ranging from resume building to interview techniques and personal branding—will be available.
A chance to network with industry professionals, recruiters, and fellow job seekers: A key feature of the Time to Thrive job fair is building relationships that can open doors to future opportunities.
Connections to community support services: Lastly, the event also connects newcomers and attendees to representatives from local agencies, who will be present to provide guidance on settlement support, financial literacy, housing, language training, and mental health resources, helping newcomers navigate life in Canada beyond their careers.
Who should attend?
Whether you’re actively searching for a job, looking to expand your professional connections, or seeking career development insights, attending this event will help you take the next step with confidence.
Click here to register for the Time to Thrive Job Fair & Newcomer Day.
About The Career Foundation
For over 37 years, The Career Foundation has been helping newcomers and job seekers across Canada find meaningful employment. As a leading non-profit employment service provider, it offers bridging programs, youth and women’s employment initiatives, career coaching, and industry training to support career success.
With strong employer partnerships in sectors like healthcare, IT, skilled trades, and finance, The Career Foundation connects job seekers with hiring opportunities, providing the tools and support needed to build sustainable careers in Canada.
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