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Join SOPA events to explore sector-specific industries, gain insights into Canadian workplace culture, and learn effective job search strategies. Network with other newcomers in our conversation circles, attend soft skills workshops, and participate in informative sessions designed to help you succeed in the Canadian job market.

For SOPA-registered clients: You’ll receive a monthly events newsletter with direct registration links, so you never miss an opportunity to learn, network, and grow.

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  • FCR Webinar: Windmill Microlending For Licensing

    Looking for financial support to restart your professional career in Canada? Join SOPA and Windmill Microlending to learn about low-interest loans of up to $15,000 for skilled immigrants and refugees, with no Canadian credit history or co-signer required. Discover how these loans can help cover tuition, licensing exams, and living expenses, with fixed interest rates of 4.45% for healthcare professionals and 5.95% for other eligible professions. Learn about one-on-one coaching, mentorship, and career support to help you move forward with confidence.

  • FCR Webinar: Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) In Canada

    Planning to work in a regulated profession in Canada? Join this informative SOPA session to learn about the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) process and how you can start preparing before your arrival. Discover the key steps involved in professional licensing, understand credential recognition requirements, and explore resources that can help you save time and money. Learn how SOPA's FCR Navigators provide personalized, step-by-step guidance to help you make informed decisions and prepare for your professional career in Canada.

  • FCR Webinar: WES For Regulated Professionals

    Planning to work in a regulated profession in Canada? Join this informative SOPA session to learn about the Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) process and how you can start preparing before your arrival. Discover the key steps involved in professional licensing, understand credential recognition requirements, and explore resources that can help you save time and money. Learn how SOPA's FCR Navigators provide personalized, step-by-step guidance to help you make informed decisions and prepare for your professional career in Canada.

  • Information Session: Careers In Canada’s Insurance Industry

    Interested in career opportunities in Canada's insurance industry? Join this informative session to learn how the industry works, explore different types of insurance, and discover career pathways for professionals from diverse backgrounds. Find out how your international skills and experience can transfer to Canadian insurance roles and learn about resources and support available to newcomers. Take the opportunity to explore new career possibilities in Canada.

  • Soft Skills workshop: Complex Conversations

    Navigate sensitive topics and resolve conflicts professionally with this Complex Conversations workshop. You'll gain practical strategies to communicate clearly, manage emotions, and maintain positive workplace relationships.

  • Information Session: Weather In Atlantic Canada: Be Prepared

    Wondering what kind of weather to expect in Atlantic Canada? Join CBC Meteorologist Ryan Snoddon to explore the different weather conditions experienced throughout the region and learn practical tips to prepare for them. From winter storms to changing weather patterns throughout the year, discover how to stay informed, safe, and prepared for life in Atlantic Canada

  • Employer Networking: Career Opportunities At RRC Polytech

    Interested in exploring career opportunities in Manitoba? Join this informative session with Red River College Polytechnic (RRC Polytech) to learn about career opportunities, including non-teaching roles, and gain insights into their recruitment and hiring process. Discover in-demand skills, workplace culture, and practical tips to help your application stand out. Learn how your international experience and credentials may transfer to different roles and take the next step toward your career goals in Canada.

  • Employer Networking: Hiring Mistakes Employers Notice

    Want to know what employers look for when reviewing job applications? Join Kseniia Romanenko, Human Resources Manager at Create Compounding Pharmacy, to learn about common hiring mistakes that can affect your chances of success. Discover how generic applications, unclear resumes, limited interview preparation, and follow-up mistakes can influence hiring decisions. Gain practical tips from an employer's perspective to strengthen your applications, prepare for interviews, and stand out with confidence in the Canadian job market.

  • Information Session: Taxes In Canada

    New to Canada's tax system? Join this informative session to learn how taxes work in Canada and what you need to know before you arrive. Discover when your tax responsibilities begin, what types of taxes to expect, and how to file your first tax return. Learn why filing taxes is important even if you have little or no income, explore benefits and tax credits available to newcomers, and find trusted resources for free tax support. You'll also have an opportunity to ask questions during a live Q&A.

  • Information Session: Manitoba’s Public Healthcare System

    Planning to settle in Manitoba? Join this informative session to learn how the province's public healthcare system works and how to access essential medical services. Discover how to apply for Manitoba health coverage, understand eligibility requirements and covered services, and learn how to find family doctors, walk-in clinics, and hospitals. Explore when to use emergency services and find out about community health resources and supports available to newcomers. Get practical information to help you navigate healthcare in Manitoba with confidence.

  • Soft Skills Workshop: Social Interactions

    Build meaningful connections and master workplace communication with this Social Interactions workshop. You'll develop practical strategies for networking, teamwork, and professional etiquette—essential skills for career success in Canada.

  • FCR Webinar: Regulated And Unregulated Careers In Alberta

    Planning to work in a regulated profession in Alberta? Join this informative webinar to learn how professional regulation works, why licensing matters, and how it can affect your career opportunities in Canada. Discover how to determine whether your profession is regulated and understand the typical steps, costs, and timelines involved in obtaining a professional licence. The session will also provide an overview of the APEGA licensing process for engineers and geoscientists, helping you prepare for the next steps in your professional journey in Alberta.