SOPA

Looking for pre-employment support in Canada? 🇨🇦 SOPA offers free courses and resources to help newcomers find and retain jobs! Our local teams across Canada will guide you in building soft skills, understanding workplace culture, and much more. #SOPA #ArrivePrepared

AI is quietly transforming how opportunities find us. The hidden job market is evolving as recruiters lean on algorithms to spot talent long before a human steps in. Read more: jobscan.co/blog/ai-change… #SOPABCWeek #AI #JobMarket #ArrivePrepared #SOPA

You must have a Social Insurance Number to work in Canada or to access government programs and benefits 🍁 Applying on our website is quick, easy and secure! 💻 📌 Reminder: There is no fee to apply for a SIN. 🔗 canada.ca/en/employment-…

Did you know that with just one registration, you can sign up for multiple pre-arrival programs? These programs provide info about settlement, employment, industry-specific guidance, & more to help you prepare before arriving in Canada. Visit prearrivalcanada.ca for details.

🌷 SOPA March Events Are Live! 🌷 New opportunities to learn, connect, and prepare for your move to Canada. 👉 All registration links are in the March Newsletter sent to all our current SOPA clients. #SOPA #NewcomerSupport #CanadaImmigration

March marks the beginning of #FraudPreventionMonth – an annual campaign to help all Canadians recognize, reject and report fraudulent scams. You can get started by learning how to identify weak spots in your cyber security habits: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/resources/s… #GetCyberSafe #FPM2026

Today marks the start of Francophonie Month in Canada. 🇨🇦 Francophone communities thrive nationwide. Ontario alone has about 650,000 French speakers. Thank you to Pluri Elles for supporting Francophone newcomers in Manitoba. 🔗 pluri-elles.mb.ca #SOPAMBWeek

Looking for upcoming events, workshops, and learning opportunities in Ontario? Stay informed and support your settlement journey. Explore what’s happening across the province: settlement.org/events/ontario/ #SOPAOnWeek #Newcomers #Ontario #SettlementServices #CommunityEvents #SOPAON

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Andreea Glavan 🌟 Andreea has guided countless SOPA clients in Ontario, helping them navigate settlement, the job market, and build confidence for success in Canada. 🇨🇦 Have you worked with Andreea? Give her a shout-out below & share your story! 💬 #SOPAON

Are you a SOPA client? 👀 📩Check your inbox for our monthly events newsletter! Didn’t see it? Ask your SOPA staff for the registration links. See what’s coming up: arriveprepared.ca/events/ Stay connected. Stay informed. Arrive prepared. 🇨🇦 #SOPAON #SOPAEvents #ArrivePrepared

Is Family Day a statutory holiday in your province? 🇨🇦 Not every province celebrates it the same way and that can affect your day off and holiday pay. New to Canada? Read our full guide to understand your rights and plan ahead. hubs.la/Q042YfJF0

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Yes! 👍 You can volunteer while receiving EI regular benefits as long as you stay available to work and continue to look for employment. Volunteering is a great way to give back and gain valuable skills while job hunting! ✨ canada.ca/en/services/be…

Before her move, Lauren researched pre-arrival services and found MOSAIC and the SOPA Program. “I found SOPA after researching my pre-arrival services option and finding MOSAIC in Vancouver.” Read Lauren's story: arriveprepared.ca/2026/01/30/fro… #SOPABCWeek

✨ #TeamSOPA Spotlight: Josephine ✨ With nearly 15 years of experience in career development, she has been supporting SOPA clients through personalized counselling. “It’s a pleasure to be part of our clients’ journeys. Seeing them succeed and give back to other newcomers.”

Moving to a new country can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a powerful moment to reflect on who you are and what truly motivates you. Before focusing on job titles, take time to understand your strengths, passions, &the unique value you bring to your new community. #SOPABCWeek

Your Dream Career Starts Here! The Career Edge paid internship program helps job seekers facing barriers connect with top Canadian employers and gain meaningful experience. Apply now: careeredge.ca #SOPAABWeek #CareerInCanada

If you’re new to Canada and setting up your job‑search tools, this guide is a great place to start: 👉 alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/… Small steps today lead to big opportunities tomorrow. You’ve got this! 🌟🇨🇦 #SOPAABWeek #NewcomersCanada #JobSearchTips #CareerSuccess #SOPA

🌍 “It seemed harder to get callbacks and interviews when I was outside Canada…” Nina’s newcomer journey from Johannesburg to Brampton is honest, relatable, and full of small wins that made a big difference. 💛 👉arriveprepared.ca/2026/01/29/fro… #SOPAAB #NewcomersToCanada

Green Economy Training (GET) for Newcomer STEM Professionals with @CCISAB Are you a foreign-trained STEM professional with energy sector experience? The GET program helps you transition! Next Cohort Starts: March 9, 2026 Apply now ccisab.ca/get/ #SOPAABWeek #Alberta

❄️ Winter in Saskatchewan is long—but full of incredible experiences! 👉 FROST Regina – Where winter comes to life! frostregina.com 👉 Nutrien Winter Shines nutrienwintershines.ca Stay warm, get involved, and enjoy the magic of winter in Saskatchewan! ❄️ #SOPASKWeek