Employment & Volunteering

supporting employability through a variety of approaches:

• Referrals and partnerships: We collaborate with organizations and institutions to connect English speakers with services available in English — for example, La Sphère, which offers support with CV writing, job searches, and interview preparation.
• Mentorship and networking programs: Through initiatives like the PERT Circonflexe program, we promote professional and social development for English speakers in the region. The program pairs francophone mentors and English-speaking mentees from similar regions and professional backgrounds, creating a bilingual and inclusive space for growth through coaching sessions and community events. (The next series of events will take place from November to January, across three sites.)
• Professional training: While our McGill English courses for health professionals are designed primarily to support employability for francophone service providers, they also contribute indirectly to employability by improving access to English-language services.
• Volunteer engagement: Our volunteer program provides English speakers with opportunities to gain experience, contribute to their community, and build transferable skills.
• Employment and service contracts: We create local employment opportunities within our organization and contract professional services in the region whenever possible.

Our comprehensive support services include:

• Project evaluation and organizational setup;
• Business planning and financing assistance;
• Human resource management and accounting support;
• Ongoing guidance and coaching for project development.

We offer a personalized approach, including:

• Initial introductory meetings and working sessions;
• Project evaluation and improvement;
• Business plan development, market analysis, and financial forecasting;
• Legal entity selection and incorporation assistance;
• Coordination with relevant organizations and monitoring ongoing projects;
• Communication support, training, and brand development.Focus on Serving Members or the Community: Prioritizing community needs over profits.