Building Canada’ Workforce for the Future: Thinking Globally and Locally
We are delighted to once again host employer partners, service provider partners, IEC-BC Board members, Employer Advisory Group members, and stakeholders for an evening of recognition, conversation, and dialogue.
This evening, we celebrate and recognize outstanding employers and individuals and provide actionable insights into the immigration environment and workforce trends in 2026. Getting together is also a fantastic opportunity for networking and collaboration among BC’s employers, government representatives, and community leaders.
Thank you for your participation as a valued IEC-BC partner. Make sure to speak to our team to learn more about how you can take your organization to the next level with the programs and resources below.
Event Agenda
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- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Doors Open, Registration & Networking
- 6:00 PM – 6:40 PM: Welcome Remarks by IEC-BC team and board chair Lindsay Kislock, Keynote Speaker Eva Milona
- 6:40 PM – 7:05 PM: Fireside chat – “Answering the Call” with Noel Baldwin & Alex McMillan
- 7:05 PM – 7:25 PM Employer Awards and closing remarks
- 7:25 PM – 8:30 PM: Networking
How to Get Engaged
Become a B2B Mentor or Mentee
Designed to support businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises, the program facilitates knowledge exchange and professional development, enabling employers to build more inclusive workplaces while addressing critical skills gaps. Click here for more.
Become a MentorConnect Mentor
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!
Employer Feedback Forums
Be part of the conversation! Our Feedback Forums bring together employers, community leaders, and policymakers to discuss challenges, share solutions, and shape the future of immigrant workforce integration.
Your insights help influence policy and program development, ensuring that BC remains a top destination for skilled immigrant talent. Want to take part in a future forum? Talk to the IEC-BC team tonight, scan the QR code at your table, or email employerengagement@iecbc.ca!
ASCEND for Employees
Improve company culture, drive bottom-line results, and build happier teams with this practical program developed with employers to support immigrant professionals and equity-seeking employees to navigate workplace culture, build communication and leadership skills, and advance their careers.
Employers benefit from speedier onboarding and more confident, engaged, and retained talent.
Contact us today to get started: employerengagement@iecbc.ca
Resources
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