Allison Pond

CEO at ACCES Employment

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

Are you a Black Professional with an interest in the financial industry? Join us on Tuesday, June 28th, for our ACCES-TD Bank Black Networking Event. Register now: https://t.co/GFlTYUGokA

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

Thrilled to be a part of @CBCOntarioToday to talk about much-needed support for Ukrainians! ACCES is offering free employment support, communications training and more to help Ukrainian newcomers, including a hiring event on June 29th.

[phone] https://t.co/i0OpwPOdiM

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

In partnership with Bolt and LiUNA Local 183, ACCES Employment will be hosting an information session on June 16 at 11am for Ukrainian youth, with a focus on how to obtain gainful employment in the construction industry in Canada. Register to join us: https://t.co/q3qHbNIMIm

[Allison Pond @Allison_ACCES]

At ACCES, our youth programs help to prepare youth for summer employment. This recent article from the Globe and Mail features an ACCES client as she continues her employment journey.

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

🗞️Youth jobseekers are entering the labour market with more options now that COVID restrictions have been lifted, but many are being selective about the work they are pursuing.

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

Our World of Difference 2022 launch is in full swing! 🌐 Join us on Wed March 30 | 11am-12pm EST via Zoom and be the first to hear about our exciting upcoming initiatives and discover how you can help ACCES make a #WorldofDifference.

Register here: https://t.co/Zf6cMEhrWe

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

They are working with @TalentPoolHub in Calgary to deliver larger-scale job fairs across Canada. The work Service Provider Organizations are doing to help #WelcomeAfghans contributes to their successful settlement and provides them with self-confidence and a sense of belonging.

[IRCC @CitImmCanada]

For many newcomers, entering the Canadian job market is a crucial first step to their new life. @ACCESEmployment has hosted 7 virtual job fairs to connect Afghan refugees with prospective employers. Many have received follow-up interviews and job offers.

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

@SeanFraserMP Thank you @SeanFraserMP! @ACCESEmployment is working hard to help newcomers find meaningful employment and the support IRCC provides goes a long way in making that happen.

[Sean Fraser @SeanFraserMP]

Canada has now welcomed over 9,560 Afghan refugees.

All newcomers deserve to feel valued by contributing to our society, and by partnering with organizations like @ACCESEmployment, we’re making sure newcomers can find meaningful employment.

ℹ️ https://t.co/rzq9PAw1Qf

[CivicAction @CivicActionCA]

"It's critical to meet #youth where they are, in the spaces where they engage. A key strategy is to partner with local organizations that are focused on connecting young, diverse talent to job opportunities" - Manisha R. @ACCESEmployment 💡🙌

#HireNext @MBOTOntario

[CivicAction @CivicActionCA]

We're hearing from an exciting panel of industry experts focused on increasing employer access to young, diverse talent.💡🙌
➡️Marcus Bernard from #ProjectLiftOff
➡️Manisha R. from @ACCESEmployment
➡️Mark Harrison from #BlackTalentInitiative

#HireNext @MBOTOntario

[Ontario At Work @ONTatwork]

.@ONgov is investing $67 million in 46 projects that help skilled immigrants get licenced and start careers in their field of expertise in Ontario.

https://t.co/e0fDkKUtU4

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

ACCES established the Black Action Coalition for Change (BACC), a network of Black employees at ACCES who convene to provide leadership & insight in addressing anti-black racism. In celebration of #BlackHistoryMonth, members shared what it means to them: https://t.co/h1TQyxYUQO

[Allison Pond @Allison_ACCES]

New Metcalf Foundation #WhenTrainingWorks report profiles @ACCESEmployment & the Ontario bridge training program model as the best practice for moving skilled newcomers into good jobs. Read full report > https://t.co/WkDuV72Gph #WorkDev #OnPoli @metcalf_ca

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

Learn more about how #workdev solutions can be poverty reduction
strategies. @metcalf_ca report authors Danielle Olsen & @MacLaughlinJohn
#WhenTrainingWorks profile @ACCESEmployment & 3 other #nonprofit orgs & offers transferable lessons. Read the report> https://t.co/i5bouUJb8k

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

Thank you @KPMG_Canada for becoming a sponsoring partner of our very successful Empowering Women program! This one-week intensive program focuses on supporting newcomer women to be successful leaders in their careers. #ThankYou #Newcomers #Leaders

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

ACCES Employment is continuing to offer online webinars and workshops for job seekers. To view the full calendar, please visit https://t.co/Did5jERVgY

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

ACCES Employment is here to help!

If you are looking for job search support, we are here to help! Contact one of our 7 offices across the GTA or visit us online at https://t.co/i0OpwPOdiM to learn about how we can help you!

[Ahmed Hussen @HonAhmedHussen]

This morning I participated in @UWGreaterTO’s AGM to talk about how our Government is supporting communities across Canada during the pandemic.

[Allison Pond @Allison_ACCES]

@WESCanada #Diversity in an organization only strengthens the company as well as the community they serve. At @ACCESEmployment, we value our diverse workforce for the knowledge they bring to the organization. #ImmigrantsWork

[ACCES Employment @ACCESEmployment]

@WESCanada @TD Bank is one employer that is integrating newcomer talent across all areas of their business. @ACCESEmployment is proud to partner with TD to deliver a number of programs to build recruitment of diverse talent.