The overall objective is to promote the social, cultural, and professional integration of French-speaking immigrants in Alberta through personalized support from mentors established in the community.
The specific objectives are to:
• Support newcomers in their understanding of the Alberta job market.
• Develop a local professional and social network.
• Improve self-confidence and intercultural skills.
• Provide a model of Francophone success in Alberta.
- French-speaking professionals who have been living in Alberta or Canada for several years.
- Active in various sectors (health, engineering, business, education, construction, etc.).
- Eager to share their experience and help newcomers integrate.
- New French-speaking immigrants (less than 5 years in Canada).
- Seeking professional and social integration.
- Motivated to commit to a 3- to 6-month mentoring relationship.
- Registration and matching (1 month)
◦ Online questionnaire to identify needs and objectives.
◦ Matching based on professional, cultural, and personal affinities. - Initial training (1 session)
◦ Kick-off workshop: introduction to mentoring, expectations, role of the mentor and mentee. - Mentoring (3 to 6 months)
◦ Regular meetings (1 to 2 times per month, in person or online).
◦ Suggested activities: resume review, mock interviews, networking, professional visits, etc. - Follow-up and evaluation
◦ Mid-term meeting to assess progress.
◦ Final satisfaction report and suggestions for improvement.