CDETNO and Inclusion NWT have co-partnered to form the MentorAbility – NT Hub, MentorAbility Canada is a national initiative built on a supported employment foundation that promotes the recruitment, employment, and retention of persons experiencing disability. The initiative provides and celebrates in-person and virtual mentoring experiences, networking and learning events, social media campaigns, as well as building a body of evidence through research activities.

With a specific focus on facilitating unique, short-term (from 1 hour to 1 day) mentoring opportunities between employers and persons experiencing disability, this initiative is part of a
national effort to promote the employment of Canadians experiencing disability.

For more information on MentorAbility and how to participate, visit https://www.supportedemployment.ca/initiatives/mentorability/#MA-participants

Career Skills for Newcomer Women Program

Funded through RDÉE Canada, and in collaboration with the NWT Career Centre, CDETNO is launching a two-week Career Skills for Newcomer Women Program. This program includes over 30 hours of instruction, workshops and professional training with referrals to CDETNO services and partner organizations, relevant to each women’s unique career goals.

Eligibility

This exclusive program is open to those who identify as bilingual newcomer women including permanent residents, refugees, and temporary residents such as students or workers.

Note: French-language assistance will be provided, but individuals should be functioning at a level 2 or higher in their Essential Skills (250+ IRT Score), and require command of the English language at Canadian Language Benchmarks Level 6, or higher.

Participants must have basic computer skills, i.e. ability to use internet, documents, and e-mail

Format

In-person at NWT Career Centre : Suite 102, 5204 50th Avenue, Diamond Plaza Building, Yellowknife.

To register or find out more, email career_skills@cdetno.com or call the NWT Career Centre at (867) 873-8790.

Administrative Skills Building

In collaboration with the Native Women’s Association of the NWT, the NWT Career Centre is excited to offer the Administrative Skills Building Program (ASB). This comprehensive initiative is designed for individuals with 1 to 3 years of administrative experience or education, providing over 180 hours of instruction, workshops and skills training.

For more information, email career_programs@cdetno.com or call (867) 873-8790.

Dress to Impress

Dress to Impress eliminates barriers to employment by providing NWT jobseekers, who are transiting into the workforce, with a permanent resource for professional clothing, work gear, and personal protective equipment.

The goal is to empower individuals to reach their economic potential while sustaining relevant supports to assist them on their career path.
Funded through the GNWT’s Anti-Poverty Fund.