Links to External Resources
The following are some programs and services that might be helpful to Internationally Educated Health Professionals (IEHPs).
HIRE IEHPs
Visit www.HireIEHPs.com for an online repository of educational resources supporting workplace integration for health professionals and employers.
These free e-Resources provide IEHPs and employers with insights into Canadian workplace culture and communication. Modules are designed to help enhance skills and confidence by exploring some challenging communications situations.
The Career Options e-Resource will help IEHPs interested in exploring new career opportunities to reflect on their strengths, identify new opportunities, and take the first steps to make the most of their education and skills.
Immigration
- Are you considering moving to Ontario? Learn more about the immigration process at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Settlement
- Settlement.org provides newcomers with information and resources to settle in Ontario.
Credential Assessment
Before committing to any particular credential assessment services, we recommend that you check the requirements for your profession.
- World Education Services (WES)
- Comparative Education Service (CES)
- International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS) of Canada
Language Assessment
Before committing to any particular language assessment services, we recommend that you check the requirements for your profession.
- Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP)
- Test d’évaluation de français (TEF)
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
- Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses (CELBAN)
Language Training
- There are a numerous options for IEHPs seeking to improve their English for French language skills. Find out more about language training classes in your community.
- Language training is also offered at local public libraries and through settlement organizations across Ontario. Contact your local public library or visit settlement.org to find out what language classes are available.
- For various types of English Language Training programs, including Occupation-Specific Language Training programs, visit http://www.oklearn.ca/eng-language-training.php.
- For information about free Occupation-Specific Language Training for Newcomers, visit: http://co-oslt.org/en/.
Bridge-Training Programs
- The Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration funds a number of bridge training programs designed to help internationally educated professionals enter the workforce.
Orientation to the Canadian Health Care System
- If you are interested in acquiring a better understanding of the Canadian health care system, Canadian Health Care System, Culture and Context is an orientation course for IEHPs offered by the University of Toronto.
Employment Services
- If you are looking for help with employment, including preparing a resume and cover letter, developing your interview skills or how to conduct a job search, Employment Ontario has services right across Ontario that can help you. Visit the Employment Ontario portal for more information.
- The Job Search Workshop program in Ontario helps with a foundational, project based approach for strategic job search and networking activities.
Financial Support
- Windmill Microlending offers Micro-loans for Internationally Trained Immigrants.
- ACCESS Community Capital Fund offers loans for Internationally Trained Immigrants.
- Employment Insurance provides benefits to individuals who lose their jobs through no fault of their own (for example, due to shortage of work, seasonal or mass lay-offs) and are available for and able to work, but can't find a job.
- Second Career is a grant program providing skills-training and financial support to those who qualify.
- Ontario Works provides financial and employment assistance to people who are in financial need. Emergency assistance is also available to people who are in a crisis or an emergency situation.
- The Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) provides income and employment supports to Ontarians with disabilities who qualify.
- The Ministry of Community and Social Services provides links for social assistance resources across Ontario.
- The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) provides information on loans, bursaries, scholarships.
- The National Student Loans Service Centre provides information on Canada Student Loans and grants.
- www.scholarshipscanada.com is an extensive database of scholarships, student awards, bursaries and grants.
- www.studentawards.com provides information on bursaries and scholarships.
- Several banks in Ontario provide loans to newcomers; inquire at various banking institutions to find out what supports are available.