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IDEAS UNCORKEDACCC 2013Penticton, BC

June 1 to 3, 2013

Knowledge Exchange on Immigrant Programs & Services

June 3, 2013 1 – 2:15pm

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Holistic Approach to Immigrant Programs & Services

CommunityEducation

WORKFAMILY

Social Connections

GovernmentLanguage

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Skills Connect: A Holistic Model

‘MotivAction’

● Purpose / Mission● Vision● Goal

Holistic Approach to Immigrant Programs & Services

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English as a Second Language:

• Literacy• Academic• Occupation Specific

● Over 25,000 learners since 1975● 1000/yr International Education● 500/yr Credit ESL

Language Programs

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● Case Management● Career Planning & Job

Search● Mentorship● Work Experience● Internships● Essential Skills● Practice Firm

Employment Programs

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Prepare newcomers to ease transition through awareness

ACCC Pre-Arrival Project

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