We are aware of the challenges and barriers faced by new
immigrants. A Canadian experience requirement can exclude some
skilled immigrants from the job pool. According to the Ontario
Human Rights Commission, a strict requirement for Canadian
experience is discriminatory. As a non-profit organization for
employment services, OHG complies with the Ontario Human
Rights Code while meeting new immigrants’ needs.
We seek to:
● Remove requirements for Canadian work experience
● Help develop more diverse and inclusive workplaces
● Support newcomers and increase their opportunities to find
work in their chosen field
● Use competency-based methods to assess one’s skills and
abilities
● Consider all relevant work experiences within or outside
Canada
