Welcome to SmartMove 2 – Finding Newcomers
Course description
In this course, you’ll learn about where to source newcomer talent. This will include working with the Settlement Sector and learning how its Employment programs are poised to support the province’s businesses. Key supports for businesses include helping you work with immigrant-serving agencies like ISSofBC.
Who is this course for?
- Small business owners/employers
- Small business managers/supervisors
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
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Describe the barriers that get in the way of newcomers finding work
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Describe government-funded Settlement Sector Employment Programs provided in BC
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Explain how to locate agencies that serve immigrants looking for work
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Describe the ways that Employment programs use job databases to share postings with clientele
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Describe the purpose for Employment programs to create hiring fairs and other events
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Explain the benefit of Employment program matching of candidates and pre-screening for job openings