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Immigrant Talent Integration
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Learn from BC HRMA Members
Take Diversity Training
Partner with Immigrant-Serving Non-Governmental Organizations
Discover Employer Diversity Awards
Join the Diversity Roundtable
Learn from BC HRMA Members
Articles from past HRVoice.org issues that address the problems of a culturally diverse workforce and provide practical solutions on immigrant workplace integration practices have been collected. Most of the articles were written by BC HRMA members with some contributed by national and international experts on issues of cultural diversity. Please refer to the diversity section of Research.
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Take Diversity Training
BC HRMA’s professional development program goal is to provide high-quality learning opportunities on various HR-related subjects, including diversity training. Every year we offer workshops, seminars, forums, and e-learning covering various aspects of diversity in the workplace.
Some studies indicate that diversity training provides many benefits for companies such as expanding diversity recruitment, higher employee retention rates, improved employee performance and morale (both individual and team) and reduces harassment incidences and discrimination lawsuits.
Other studies suggest that mentoring initiatives might be more effective than diversity training in ensuring immigrant and women career promotion within companies. Therefore, some general workshops on establishing mentoring initiatives or active listening might also be beneficial for enhancing overall diversity practices within organizations. Watch the online calendar for upcoming diversity workshops.
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Partner with Immigrant-Serving Non-Governmental Organizations
There are many immigrant-serving agencies that deliver government-funded employment programs. These programs are designed to assist skilled immigrants in labour market attachment. Additionally, these programs cover a variety of services including case management, job search clubs, bridging, and internship and mentorship programs.
Some of these initiatives are not only relevant to immigrants but also benefit the HR and business community looking to tap into the immigrant talent pool. Each year, local immigrant-serving agencies organize and/or deliver career fairs designed to link employers to immigrant professionals looking for work.
Take advantage and connect with local immigrant serving agencies.
Canada
Canadian Centre for Diversity
Fraser Valley
Abbotsford Community Services
Affiliation of Multicultural Societies and Service Agencies of BC
DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society
Progressive Intercultural Community Society
Interior / North
Affiliation of Multicultural Societies and Service Agencies of BC
Kamloops Cariboo Regional Immigrant Society
Metro Vancouver
Affiliation of Multicultural Societies and Service Agencies of BC
Canadian Centre for Diversity
Immigrant Services Society of BC
Lower Mainland Employment Resources
MOSAIC
North Shore Multicultural Society
SUCCESS
Vancouver Island
Affiliation of Multicultural Societies and Service Agencies of BC
Central Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Centre Society
The Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria
Vancouver Island Multicultural Society
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Discover Employer Diversity Awards
20 Best Employers for New Canadians
Source: Mediacorp Canada Inc.
Abbotsford Community Services’ Fraser Valley Cultural Diversity Awards
Canada's Best Diversity Employers
Source: Mediacorp Canada Inc.
The Immigrant Success Awards
Source: Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council
Join the Diversity Roundtable
To learn more about BC HRMA’s Diversity in the Workforce Roundtable, please refer to Roundtables.
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