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SUMMARY:Employer Networking: Networking Event with Desjardins\, Canada
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Monday\, April 13\, 11.00 -12.00 p.m. EST \nDescription: Join this event to connect with the hiring team from one of the leading banks in Canada – Desjardins. Register to learn more about the company\, its culture\, opportunities and hiring practices \nPresenter: Leyla Diop Mena\, Desjardins Partnerships Advisor\, International Strategy and Newcomers \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our April Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/employer-networking-networking-event-with-desjardins-canada/
CATEGORIES:Employer Connection
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SUMMARY:Employer Networking: Event with Paradigm Consulting Group
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Monday\, March 16\, 12.00 -1.00 p.m. EST \nDescription: In this session you will learn Paradigm Consulting Group is a Canadian owned IT and Business consulting firm with offices in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. \nPresenter: Ronald Sarran\, VP\, People and Culture at Paradigm Consulting Group \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our January events newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/employer-networking-event-with-paradigm-consulting-group/
CATEGORIES:Employer Connection
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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SUMMARY:Employer Networking: With Invest Ottawa\, Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Wednesday\, March 11\, 10.00 a.m.-11.00 a.m. EST \nDescription: Join us on this SOPA webinar with Invest Ottawa to learn more about how to connect with employers in Ottawa.\n‘Work in Ottawa’ is a talent program from Ottawa’s economic development organization ‘Invest Ottawa’ which promotes Ottawa’s tech employers and job opportunities to attract top talent. \nPresenter: Kim Van Der Horst\, Manager & Sahr Kazmi\, Talent Attraction Strategist \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our January events newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/employer-networking-with-invest-ottawa-ontario/
CATEGORIES:Employer Connection
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T184441Z
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SUMMARY:Employer Networking: National Event with Mars\, Canada-wide
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Tuesday\, February 17\, 10.00 a.m.-11.00 a.m. EST \nDescription: You are invited to join a national virtual info session with the Senior Recruiter at Mars. Mars Inc. is a global company known for its diverse portfolio of confectionery\, pet care\, and food products\, including iconic brands like M&M’s\, Snickers\, Pedigree\, and Uncle Ben’s. Get an inside look at the company’s hiring process\, workplace culture\, and career opportunities across various departments. Attendees will have an opportunity to gain firsthand insights into what Mars looks for in top talent and how to stand out as a candidate. \nPresenter: Gordon Kufe\, Senior Recruiter \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our January events newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/employer-networking-national-event-with-mars-canada-wide/
CATEGORIES:Employer Connection
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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SUMMARY:Employer Networking: With KeyData Cyber\, Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Tuesday\, February 10\, 10.00 a.m.-11.00 a.m. EST \nDescription: You are invited to join a national virtual info session with the Talent Recruitment Team at KeyData Cyber. Get an inside look at the company’s hiring process\, workplace culture\, and career opportunities. Attendees will have an opportunity to gain firsthand insights into what KeyData Cyber looks for in top talent and how to stand out as a candidate. \nPresenter: Wided El Fessi\, SOPA Ontario Employment Specialist + Adrita Sarkar\, Radika Rathi – Talent Acquisition Team at Key Data \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our January events newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/employer-networking-with-keydata-cyber-ontario/
CATEGORIES:Employer Connection
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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SUMMARY:Exclusive this month - SOPA Virtual Newcomer Fair
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Thursday\, October 23\, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET \nDescription: Join us at the SOPA Virtual Newcomer Fair\, a dynamic national online event created to help skilled immigrants prepare for their move and career in Canada. This is your chance to connect directly with employers from across the country\, meet dedicated newcomer service providers\, and take part in engaging live webinars that will set you up for success in your new journey. \nIn preparation for the job fair\, we are offering two training sessions on October 9th and 16th with the SOPA staff. In these sessions\, you will learn about the event platform\, discover which employers are attending\, and get insider tips to maximize your fair experience. Registration links will be included in your event registration confirmation email. \n*To register\, email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. If you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support.
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/exclusive-this-month-sopa-virtual-newcomer-fair/
CATEGORIES:Employer Connection,Peer Networking
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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SUMMARY:Ontario Peer Networking Event: Thriving in Tech as a Newcomer
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Thursday\, October 9th\, 11 am ET \nDescription: Join us at this SOPA webinar to learn about opportunities for newcomers in tech and discuss tips to help foster community engagement\, mentorship\, and career growth. Limited spots available\, register now! \nPresenter: Cyril Bandolo\, Solutions Architect at Air Canada \n*To register\, email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. If you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support.
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/ontario-peer-networking-event-thriving-in-tech-as-a-newcomer/
CATEGORIES:Employer Connection
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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UID:19124-1757498400-1757502000@arriveprepared.ca
SUMMARY:Meet the Employer: Ontario - Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: Wednesday\, September 10th at 10 a.m. Eastern Time \nDescription: Working at RBC – Careers Panel and Story Telling. Join us at this SOPA employer event to learn more about the Canadian employer RBC. You will hear directly from experienced RBC branch managers and staff as they share insights about working at RBC\, discuss their career journeys\, and answer your questions live. Limited spots available\, register now! \nPresenter: RBC Staff \n*To register\, email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. If you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support.
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/sopa-employer-event-ontario-meet-the-employer-royal-bank-of-canada-rbc-working-at-rbc-careers-panel-and-story-telling/
CATEGORIES:Employer Connection
ORGANIZER;CN="SOPA":MAILTO:info@arriveprepared.ca
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