City News Reports from the Toronto Refugee Hiring Event
In this City News reportage, meet the job seekers and employers at Toronto's first ever refugee hiring event.
Employment & Entrepreneurship
‘First of its kind’ Toronto Refugee Hiring Event
“How far would you travel for opportunity?” Mayor John Tory, Senator Ratna Omidvar, Darrell Pinto attended the Toronto Refugee Event. Senator Omidvar emphasized that it’s not about charity, but value to our society.
Starbucks Canada Leads Top Canadian Companies in First-of-its-Kind Refugee Hiring Event with Tent Partnership for Refugees
Senator Ratna Omidvar opening the Toronto Refugee Hiring Event, “Hiring refugees is not only a good thing to do but it makes economic sense. Refugees are smart, determined & loyal”
As Work Becomes More Precarious, More Canadians Will Need Help, No Strings Attached
Now that Canadians have gone to the polls, how will the parties tackle inequality?
Sponsoring Refugees Called a ‘Win-Win’ for Workplaces
This article prominently features the work of the Refugee Jobs Roundtable led by Senator Omidvar, as well as Ryerson University's Diversity Institute and the uOttawa Refugee Hub.
Senator Colin Deacon: Opportunities Abound for Atlantic Canada with Community Benefits
Watch Senator Deacon unpack the economic needs of his region and his vision for community benefits.
Senator Diane Bellemare: Four Reasons to Support Community Benefits in Canada
Watch Senator Diane Bellemare explain how Bill C-344 would help address labour shortages in Canada and have an impact in provinces like Quebec.
Senator Donna Dasko: Community benefits and the pursuit of sustainable development
Watch Senator Donna Dasko support Bill C-344 and make the connection between community benefits and Canada's commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Senator Tony Dean: Think About What Community Benefits can do for Canadian Communities
Watch Senator Tony Dean unpack multi-partisan support for social enterprises in Canada and the benefits of having community benefits principles at the federal level.
Senator Brian Francis: Community Benefits for Minorities and Indigenous Communities
Watch Senator Brian Francis speak to the importance of community benefits and their ability to connect Indigenous youth with job training and mentorship.