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Toronto Community Benefits Network - Toronto - NextGen Builders Mentoring Program

Toronto Community Benefits Network - Toronto - NextGen Builders Mentoring Program

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Champagne Centre, 2 Champagne Dr Suite C9
Toronto, ON
M3J 0K2
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647-545-8226
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Last updated: Dec 14, 2023: Suggest an edit

Application

Call, email or visit website for application form

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Mentees


  • Black, Indigenous and newcomer communities, with priority to women, youth and young adults 16 years and older


  • who are in the process of preparing for work or who have been recently employed as apprentices or professionals in the construction industry






Mentors


  • Individuals currently working in the construction sector


  • who have completed a construction apprenticeship or who are an experienced professionals in the industry


  • willing to commit for at least 1 year


  • understand the challenges underrepresented groups face and want to see them succeed in the construction industry






Newcomer Pathways into Construction


  • for permanent residents, refugee claimants, or convectional refugees with 1 year work permit or recent Canadian citizen and meet language requirements







Residency Requirements: City of Toronto

Fees

None

Languages

English

Area(s) Served

Toronto

Accessibility Note

Designated parking at entrance - parking lot ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance - southeast entrance

Description of Services:

Mentorship program in construction trades
  • professional development seminars for mentors and mentees in first 2 months
  • weekly calls and monthly face to face meetings between mentors and mentees
  • quarterly networking and professional development opportunities
  • a Mentoring Coach and Mentoring APP to maximize support and connectivity
Newcomer Pathways into Construction
  • immigrants and refugees learn about and access job opportunities in aspects of construction -- professional, administrative and technical, or trades
  • help to develop a 6 month career plan for each individual
Last updated: Dec 14, 2023: Suggest an edit
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