Creating a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce

Posted on Wednesday, September 25th, 2013

To better serve community and clients, Algonquin College strives to develop a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the wider community and Algonquin’s student base.

Algonquin is working to understand and address the barriers immigrant job seekers face to enhance their employment prospects with Algonquin.

Specific initiatives include:

  • Uses staff participation in coaching and mentoring along with input and insights from Algonquin’s English as a Second Language (ESL) students to understand barriers to employment
  • Regularly and routinely sends job descriptions to LASI World Skills and other organizations supporting internationally trained immigrants (automatic email list)
  • Collaborates with immigrant serving agencies to hold workshops on how to apply for a job at Algonquin (format a resume, assess skill requirements, interview skills, etc.)
  • Accepts international qualifications, values internationally obtained work experience, provides feedback to unsuccessful job candidates
  • Full orientation program for all new employees, formal mentorship program for all new academic staff, less formal mentoring program for support staff

For more information, visit the Algonquin Case Study provided by the Hire Immigrants Ottawa.

Coping with Tragedy: Support Resources

Posted on Monday, September 23rd, 2013

We are deeply saddened by the tragedy in Ottawa last week involving the OC Transpo bus and Via Train. As the coverage of this traumatic event continues, you, your employees and their family members may be experiencing stress and anxiety.

Shepell·fgi, your Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) provider, would like to extend support to you and your employees during this difficult time as you try to understand the impact of the situation and help those in your organization who are affected.

Please visit our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) page for information and strategies for coping with reactions to stress and anxiety. In particular there are new resources posted under the “News” section of the EAP page.

Additional information and tips on coping with traumatic events can be found through the following resources: