Maple News reports that CanadaVisa, in collaboration with World Education Services (WES), recently hosted a highly informative webinar aimed at helping newcomers navigate the Canadian labor market and higher education landscape. Titled ‘Empowering Newcomer Success: Navigating Canada’s Job Market and Higher Education with WES Credential Evaluations,’ the session provides essential insights for immigrants seeking to advance their careers or pursue further education in Canada.
The webinar focuses on the importance of credential evaluations and how they can play a crucial role in opening doors to professional and academic opportunities for immigrants. As many newcomers arrive with international degrees and certifications, understanding how to translate those credentials into the Canadian context is vital.
Representatives from WES, a trusted non-profit credential evaluation service, walked attendees through the step-by-step process of obtaining a credential evaluation. They detailed what documents are required, how long the procedure typically takes, and how these evaluations are recognized by Canadian employers, educational institutions, and government bodies such as Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
Expert panelists also addressed common questions from newcomers, including how to determine which type of WES report is best for their goals. For example, an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) is required for certain immigration pathways, such as Express Entry, while a Course-by-Course evaluation is generally used for academic admissions.
The discussion also covered practical strategies for leveraging a WES evaluation to improve employment prospects. This includes how to present international qualifications confidently to Canadian employers and how the credential report can position applicants more competitively in the job market.
For those planning to enter or return to higher education, the webinar outlined how Canadian universities and colleges use WES reports to assess eligibility and grant credit toward degrees. This can significantly shorten the time and cost required to obtain a Canadian credential.
Ultimately, the session emphasized that the right preparation and credential validation can ease the transition into Canadian society and help newcomers reach their personal and professional goals more efficiently.
The full webinar is available to watch on-demand on YouTube, offering valuable guidance for anyone seeking to build a prosperous future in Canada.
Maple News will continue to provide updates and resources to support newcomers in their professional and educational journey.