Live Immigrant Workshops
A practical foundation for life and work in Canada.
Immigrant Workshops help you understand what to expect when preparing for life and work in Canada. These live, interactive sessions help you set realistic expectations and make informed decisions; you will also have the opportunity to network with like-minded people.
What is the Immigrant Workshop?
An Immigrant Workshop is a live, online group session delivered by Planning for Canada to help eligible immigrants understand key aspects of living and working in Canada before arrival. Workshops provide structured information on settlement and employment topics and are offered in different formats to support varying preparation needs.
Immigrant Workshop Options
Planning for Canada offers three Immigrant Workshop options. You can select the session that best matches your needs and level of preparation.
Immigrant Workshop options you can select from:
3.5-hour Immigrant Workshop: Living and Working in Canada
This 3.5-hour workshop provides the most comprehensive information and is the best option for those seeking a thorough understanding of living and working in Canada. It covers essential topics related to settlement and employment, including:
- Life in Canada: Deepen your understanding of the settlement process. You will receive practical guidance on what actions to take pre- and post-arrival and explore key settlement topics such as cost of living, housing, financial management, primary and post-secondary education, transportation, cultural adaptation and more.
- Work in Canada: Expand your knowledge to become job ready. Discover how to identify your transferable skills, build a professional network, and learn about the Canadian workplace culture. You will gain essential knowledge for navigating and effectively integrating into the Canadian work environment.
Best for: Clients seeking a comprehensive overview of settlement and employment
This extended workshop provides the most complete introduction to life and work in Canada. It combines settlement and employment preparation to help participants build realistic expectations and make informed decisions before arrival.
Topics include:
- Settlement planning and daily life in Canada
- Cost of living, housing, healthcare, education, and finances
- Understanding Canadian workplace culture
- Job readiness, transferable skills, and job search strategies
- Credential recognition and regulated occupations
2-hour Immigrant Workshop: Living in Canada
Enhance your knowledge of the settlement journey. Learn about housing, healthcare, education, finances, opportunities in different communities, cultural adaptation, and more. This workshop will help you anticipate challenges, understand the common life changes immigrants often face, and develop a realistic view of the integration process.
Best for: Clients focused on settlement preparation
This workshop supports immigrants in understanding the settlement journey and preparing for everyday life in Canada. It helps participants anticipate common challenges and develop a practical view of integration.
Topics include:
- Housing and cost of living
- Healthcare and education systems
- Financial management and daily expenses
- Opportunities in different communities
- Cultural adaptation and life changes after arrival
2-hour Immigrant Workshop: Working in Canada
Learn about the essential tools and skills to launch your career with confidence. Gain insights into the labor market, key skills, job search strategies, credential recognition, licensing requirements, and the Canadian work culture.
Best for: Clients focused on employment preparation
This workshop is designed to help participants prepare for the Canadian labour market. It introduces essential concepts and tools needed to begin a job search with confidence.
Topics include:
- Job readiness and transferable skills
- Canadian workplace culture and expectations
- Job search strategies and networking
- Credential recognition and licensing requirements
- Understanding labour market trends
What Supports Your Learning Next?
- Self-Directed e-Learning: Flexible modules that build on Immigrant Workshops and One-on-One Sessions.
- E-Library: Pre- and post-arrival tools, checklists, and destination-specific resources.
- Live Webinars: Expert-led sessions expanding on key settlement and employment topics.