Exploring the Impact of Virtual Simulations in Healthcare Education

March 14, 2024 | 3:00 - 4:00 pm EST
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Curious about the impact of using virtual simulations in work-integrated learning programs? 

Over 6,000 healthcare students have enhanced their training using virtual simulations in nursing, medical laboratory sciences, paramedicine, and sonography through the Virtu-WIL program. 

Join us for an engaging presentation highlighting the impact, successes, and lessons learned of Virtu-WIL. Hear directly from the members of the Virtu-WIL Evaluation Working Group as they present key findings from the program evaluation. During this webinar, you will also hear strategies and recommendations for faculty and administrators to effectively integrate virtual simulations into healthcare programs. 

Note: This webinar will be delivered in English with a simultaneous French translation

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Virtu-WIL

Virtu-WIL provides healthcare students in nursing, medical laboratory technologies, paramedicine, sonography, and respiratory therapy with access to new, innovative work-integrated learning opportunities through virtual simulations. In collaboration with Simulation Canada and with colleges... more
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Colleges & Institutes Canada
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Carly Reichelt
virtu-wil@collegesinstitutes.ca
6137467506

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The Critical Importance of Measuring SDG Progress on Campuses

March 5, 2024 | 3:00 - 4:15 pm EST
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In recognition of SDG Week Canada, join us for a stellar international panel presentation on March 5th, hosted by the World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics, SDG Affinity Group.

Global experts on the importance of measuring progress on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on campuses across the world will share on their expertise and case studies. The role of technical and vocational education and training (TVET) is key for a global shift to a more inclusive, just and sustainable society and economy. Our panelists from the Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges (EAUC, UK), UNESCO-UNEVOC (Bonn, Germany) and the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE, USA) will share their perspectives on why the SDGs are relevant and timely for the TVET sector and why accurately measuring progress towards achieving these Global Goals is critically important to our world and the future of our planet.

Our panelists and moderator:

Charlotte Bonner, CEO, EAUC (SDG Accord secretariat)
Friedrich Huebler, Head, UNESCO-UNEVOC
Meghan Fay Zahniser, Executive Director, AASHE
Moderator: Jon Beale, Manager, SDSN Canada

Speakers

Jon Beale

Manager
SDSN Canada

Charlotte Bonner

CEO
the Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges EAUC (SDG Accord secretariat)

Friedrich Huebler

Head
UNESCO-UNEVOC

Meghan Fay Zahniser

Executive Director
the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE)

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Colleges & Institutes Canada
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Carla de Koning
cdekoning@cican.org

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#ArriveWithConfidence Planning for Canada Networking Event

February 28, 2024 | 1:00 - 7:00 pm EST
Online

Are you an approved immigrant to Canada? Then join the Planning for Canada Networking Event!

Besides networking opportunities, this event will provide you with actionable advice about settlement and employment from our speakers – credible experts, pre-arrival service providers, and Planning for Canada Program alumni to help you arrive confident and well-prepared.

This event will happen on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 ( 9:00 am – 3:30 pm EST   /    2:00 pm – 8:30 pm  UTC   / 7:30 pm – 2:00 am IST /   10:00 pm – 4:30 am PHT ).

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Planning for Canada

Planning for Canada (PfC) offers free pre-arrival services that help skilled immigrants and family-class immigrants join the labour market and successfully settle in communities across Canada. PfC services help immigrants... more
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Colleges & Institutes Canada
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For program information
Planning for Canada
info@planningforcanada.ca
For registration information
Jana Osseiran
JOsseiran@cican.org

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Eating Our Way to a Net-Zero Campus 

November 22, 2023 | 4:00 - 5:30 pm EST
Online

Cafeteria, Culinary, Community: How to Lower Your Campus Food Footprint!

Join ImpAct-Climate project participants Conestoga College and Durham College and the Forward Food* team to learn how campus food choices and agricultural curriculum impacts Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions and how different choices make a significant impact on lowering your carbon footprint while lowering costs and contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

*Forward Food has partnered with many CICan member institutions over the past 5 years to offer culinary training to chef instructors.

In this interactive workshop, you will learn about the Scope 3 GHG emissions generated by campus food sources and agricultural programs. You’ll hear about alternative practices that reduce your campus GHGs and educate students, staff, and faculty about how they can reduce their own carbon footprint even when they’re not on campus.

PLUS! Conestoga and Durham College will share the best practices they’ve used, so far, to bring campus food closer to net-zero.

Speakers

Makayla Dewit

Specialist, Forward Food
HSI/Canada

Dan McCowan

Executive Chef
Bloom Restaurant - Conestoga College

Kelly O'Brien

Associate Dean, Faculty of Hospitality & Horticultural Science
Durham College

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ImpAct-Climate

ImpAct-Climate is fostering a sustainable future within Canada's college and institute sector by raising awareness of greenhouse gas emissions and providing tools and resources to facilitate meaningful, lasting change. Our... more
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Colleges & Institutes Canada
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Sandra Iseman
siseman@collegesinstitutes.ca
For registration information
ImpAct-Climate Project
impact@collegesinstitutes.ca

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Webinar for Newcomers: Understanding the Skilled Trades in Ontario

December 6, 2023 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EST
Online

Join Planning for Canada in partnership with BuildON. 

Are you planning to relocate to Canada? Are you in search of promising job opportunities to provide for yourself and your family? Explore Build ON Pre-Arrival Services by the YMCA of the National Capital Region, designed to provide insights into launching a career in the Skilled Trades sector in Ontario.

By the end of this webinar, you will learn :

  • What are the Skilled Trades 
  • Transferring into the Skilled Trades 
  • Why you should consider an alternative career 
  • Explain why the skilled trades can be a good career option for newcomers 
  • Learn about employment services and programs in Ontario that could help you to find your best career option and start making steps towards your career

This free webinar is part of a new series for newcomers organized by Planning for Canada.

Date and time: Wednesday, December 6, 2023  7am EDT

About BuildOn

Build ON is a pre-arrival service funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. We provide specialized information and orientation about the Skilled Trades, Engineering and Construction sectors to new immigrants approved to immigrate to Ontario, Canada. 

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Planning for Canada

Planning for Canada (PfC) offers free pre-arrival services that help skilled immigrants and family-class immigrants join the labour market and successfully settle in communities across Canada. PfC services help immigrants... more
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Organizer

Colleges & Institutes Canada
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For program information
Planning for Canada  
info@planningforcanada.ca
For registration information
Cristian Medina  
cmedina@collegesinstitutes.ca
613-746-2222 x3156

CICan’s Code of Conduct & Duty of Care

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Webinar for Newcomers: Labour Market Information for the Digital Economy 2023

November 8, 2023 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EST
Online

Join Planning for Canada in partnership with Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) as they delve into the dynamic landscape of Canada’s Digital Economy in 2023. In this engaging webinar, you will gain valuable knowledge about the factors shaping our digital landscape, the latest hiring trends across the nation, and a deep dive into the ICTC industry.

This free webinar is part of a new series for newcomers organized by Planning for Canada.

Date and time:Wednesday, November 8, 2023 7am EST

About ICTC

ICTC is a not-for-profit national centre of expertise for the digital economy. It is the trusted source for evidence-based policy advice, forward looking research, and creative capacity building programs for the digital economy.

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Planning for Canada

Planning for Canada (PfC) offers free pre-arrival services that help skilled immigrants and family-class immigrants join the labour market and successfully settle in communities across Canada. PfC services help immigrants... more
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Organizer

Colleges & Institutes Canada
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Contact Info

For program information
Planning for Canada
info@planningforcanada.ca
For registration information
Cristian Medina
cmedina@collegesinstitutes.ca
613-746-2222 x3156

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CICan is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment at all events. Attendees are expected to act considerately toward others’ health and wellbeing, follow public health guidance if unwell, and uphold the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Learn more

Webinar for Newcomers: The importance of mentoring for Internationally Experienced Professionals.

October 25, 2023 | 11:00 - 11:00 am EDT
Online

Join Planning for Canada in partnership with JVS – Canada InfoNet to learn how mentorship can support your career journey as immigrate to Canada. Discover how mentorship accelerates your integration into the Canadian job market, provides industry insights, and connects you with valuable networks.

You will also learn about JVS Toronto’s free pre-arrival mentorship programs, Canada InfoNet and Project Welcome, where you can be connected to a mentor in your occupation in Canada and get a head start on your job search.

This free webinar is part of a new series for newcomers organized by Planning for Canada.

Date and time: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 7am EDT

About JVS Toronto

JVS Toronto empowers people from diverse backgrounds and communities to achieve their employment potential and partners with employers to develop a strong and inclusive workforce.

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Planning for Canada

Planning for Canada (PfC) offers free pre-arrival services that help skilled immigrants and family-class immigrants join the labour market and successfully settle in communities across Canada. PfC services help immigrants... more
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Organizer

Colleges & Institutes Canada
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Contact Info

For program information
Planning for Canada  
info@planningforcanada.ca
For registration information
Cristian Medina  
cmedina@collegesinstitutes.ca
613-746-2222 x3156 

CICan’s Code of Conduct & Duty of Care

CICan is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment at all events. Attendees are expected to act considerately toward others’ health and wellbeing, follow public health guidance if unwell, and uphold the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Learn more

Learn how to receive up to $10,000 to hire a first-year apprentice!

October 26, 2023 | 2:30 - 3:00 pm EST
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Join us for a free webinar! CICan is providing financial incentives to small and medium-sized enterprises in construction and manufacturing to help them hire apprentices.

Eligible employers can receive $10,000 to hire an equity-deserving first-year apprentice in one of 39 Red Seal construction and manufacturing trades, or $5,000 to hire an apprentice that is not part of an equity-deserving group. 

Eligible equity-deserving groups for this program include women, Indigenous people, newcomers, persons with disabilities, racialized communities including Black Canadians, and 2ELGBTQI+. 

Help us connect with employers and make an impact in the trades. Employers can use the incentive in any way they see fit. That could include salaries and training costs, purchasing equipment, or a hiring bonus for new apprentices. We also help employers locate, hire, onboard, and retain new apprentices. Employers can receive the incentive for a maximum of two apprentices per fiscal year.

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Career Launcher Apprenticeships addressed the worker shortage in the skilled trades and improved sector diversity by offering financial incentives for hiring first-year apprentices and providing tools and resources to promote... more
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Colleges & Institutes Canada
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For program information
Career Launcher Apprenticeships
trades@careerlauncher.ca
3434516595
For registration information
Nkafu Njiju
nnjiju@collegesinstitutes.ca
3434516595

CICan’s Code of Conduct & Duty of Care

CICan is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment at all events. Attendees are expected to act considerately toward others’ health and wellbeing, follow public health guidance if unwell, and uphold the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Learn more