Impact Report 2023 / 24

Read ICA’s latest report here Impact Report 2023-24

Gateway to Tourism & Hospitality
for Newcomers Program

If you are a newcomer looking to develop a career in the tourism and hospitality industry, we can help.

This program at ICA can help with:
  • Personal career planning and support 
  • Funding for training or short-term certification 
  • Language, digital and employment skills training for the workplace 
  • Job search and placement assistance, as well as work experience opportunities 
  • Resume, cover letter, interview and networking 
  • Job and mentorship search assistance 

Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants

The CPSI program helps newcomer professionals to find meaningful career employment that aligns with their pre-arrival education, training and experience.

Program Eligibility:
  • Legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial and federal legislation and regulations
  • Canadian citizens, permanent residents, orpersons who have been granted refugee status in Canada
  • Reside in British Columbia 
  • Newcomers looking to secure and maintain a career in tourism and hospitality 
  • CLB 5 or LINC 6 or higher English required
Contact
For more information about Gateway to Tourism & Hospitality for Newcomers,
or to schedule an appointment contact:

Sarah Tayler
Email: stayler@icavictoria.org
Phone: 250.388.4728 Ext. 2194

This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada’s, Sectoral Initiatives Program


Employment Services

Whether you are a newcomer to Canada or an immigrant who has been here for many years, our Employment Services team can assist with job search and skills training programs to help you find work in the Canadian job market.

Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants

The CPSI program helps newcomer professionals to find meaningful career employment that aligns with their pre-arrival education, training and experience.

Employment Workshops

Our Employment Workshops offer a variety of opportunities to expand your understanding and success in the Canadian job market. Our goal is to help you find employment and career success.