Employer Recognition Event 2025

Skills for Future BC

We are so delighted to host you, our employer partners, service provider partners, IEC-BC Board members, Employer Advisory Group members, and stakeholders for an evening of recognition, conversation, and informative dialogue.

At this event we would like to celebrate and recognize outstanding employers and individuals. We also aim to provide actionable insights into the immigration environment and workforce trends. Getting together is also a fantastic opportunity for networking and collaboration among BC’s employers, government representatives, and community leaders.

We’re so glad you’re here

Thank you for your participation as a valued IEC-BC employer partner. We think you’ll be interested to learn more about how you can take your organization and your team to the next level with the programs and resources below.

Event Agenda

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  • 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Registration & Networking
  • 6:00 PM – 6:20 PM: Welcome Remarks
  • 6:20 PM – 6:30 PM: Opening Remarks by Patrick Mackenzie, CEO
  • 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM: Guest Speaker Presentation
  • 7:00 PM – 7:15 PM: Recognition and Awards Ceremony
  • 7:15 PM – 7:30 PM: Closing Remarks & Raffle Draw
  • 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Networking & Guest Interviews

Engaging with IEC-BC

  1. Speak with an IEC-BC team member at the event about how to get involved. You can also join us at the Dynamic Dialogue recording booth for a short Q&A about your thoughts on newcomer integration in the economy.
  2. Discover opportunities to engage with us! Join our diverse range of employer-facing programs tailored to your needs. Click the link to select programs suited for your organization: Get involved with us!
  3. Delve into our employer feedback forums! These forums facilitate sharing best practices and solutions, discuss ways to address obstacles to newcomer hiring and retention, and amplify BC employers’ perspectives to inform immigration policies and programs. Learn how your input can directly shape policy discussions and more here!
  4. Empower newcomer talent in Canada by becoming a mentor! Your guidance not only fosters economic advancement but also nurtures social integration, offering invaluable support on their journey. Join us in making a lasting impact. Become a mentor and support immigrant talent! 

Sign up for B2B mentoring

We are recruiting for a provincially-funded project focused on mentoring small and medium-sized businesses to better attract, hire, and retain skilled immigrant talent. Are you interested in becoming a mentor or mentee, or know someone who might benefit?  Get in touch with us today!

Resources

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