what is the Connector Program
The Connector Program connects talent with opportunities, and employers to qualified talent. Since launching in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 2009, the program has seen tremendous success and has been replicated in 44 other communities across the country. The National Connector Program is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada through 2025, and will continue to add at least two new Canadian communities each year to the program.
HOw does it work?
MATCH
A newcomer tells the program about their skills, education, interests, and experience in their field. The Coordinator matches them with a community leader who has a similar background.
Connect
The Coordinator connects the two individuals via an email, and the Connectee (newcomer) reaches out to arrange a meeting. During the meeting the two people share information, which will help the Connectee understand the industry and workplace culture in Canada, and the Connector (community leader) will learn about the background of the newcomer, and all they can offer the community.
REfer
The Connector will refer the Connectee to three contacts in their professional network, so the Connectee can build their network and be more attuned to opportunities through their growing number of contacts.
Impacts of the Connector Program
1.
Newcomers gain knowledge about local industry, workplace culture, and are more aware of opportunities that are not widely publicized.
2.
Community Leaders gain more awareness of new skills, education, and experience coming into the field, and gain access to great talent if they happen to be looking to fill roles.
3.
A stronger community is forged through increased connectivity of people of different backgrounds and cultures.
