Third Party Resources

These resources come from outside the National Connector Program and the communities within, however, they are very pertinent to the work being done. Have a look, and see if they can help your program!

Job Search Resource

PINNACLE

This comprehensive job search guide is written by Gerald Walsh, an Executive Recruiter. It goes through all elements of a job search, from deciding on the career you want, to negotiating the contract.

 
Beyond Blue and White Collar

This article from the Conference Board of Canada discusses new skills groupings and posits that we need to rethink how people's skills apply to their roles, and not just educational attainment.

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Immigrant Inclusion Playbook

This playbook delves into Recruiting, Hiring, Onboarding and Retaining Immigrants in organizations.

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Employability Skills Toolkit

Another brief from the Conference Board of Canada, this takes a Connectee through the skills they have, and the ones they'll need (and how to develop them) to succeed in today's workplace.

 
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Welcoming Workplaces Toolkit

A variety of links and resources from the Government of Nova Scotia around Welcoming Workplaces, helping employers create a more welcoming space for their employees.

 

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See what other communities are up to

Discover what other Connector Programs are up to and share your own resources with other communities. With Connector Programs spread across Canada, we welcome collaboration to strengthen our program and networks.