IT Connections: Digital Economy Connections

Bridging and Sector Specific Programs

Information Technology (IT) Connections: Digital Economy Connections helps internationally trained IT professionals pursue their careers in Canada. Participants learn Canadian IT-sector standards, terminology, and tips on how to enhance their job search. IT Connections was designed in close collaboration with key stakeholders – employers, professional associations and an academic institution.

To be eligible for the program, clients must reside in Ontario and hold valid Permanent Residence status etc. in Canada. See program full eligibility criteria for details.

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Program Components

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6-week program
Academic training from a recognized educational institute
Orientation to Canadian Workplace Culture and the expectations of employers in the sector
Experiential Learning
Agile Introduction and Methodology
Creative Problem Solving
Design Thinking
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Lead Agile certification training
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Advances Scrum Master Certification training
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) Product Owner Certification training
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) DevOps Certification training
One-to-one support from an Employment Consultant who is knowledgeable about the sector

Information Technology Connections is funded by the Government of Ontario and delivered in partnership with Ryerson University. The IT Connections program is sponsored by Accenture.

Program Benefits

Referrals to Speed Mentoring® and The Mentoring Partnership™
Effective job search strategies including market research techniques, resume development, interview skills and targeting your job search to companies that require your specific skills and experience
Referrals to job openings and connections to employers
Access to mentors who are professionals in your field
Invitations to attend recruitment and networking events
Guest speaking panels including volunteers from Accenture (program sponsor)
Sharpen your critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Practice the Design Thinking process to solve problems small and large
Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) training, one free certification exam attempt, and one-year SAFe membership
Free registration to IBM Skillsbuild and LinkedIn learning
Post-hire support – job retention, business communication/language coaching

Program Eligibility

CLB Level 8 or higher preferred
Post-secondary education in the IT field from outside of Canada
Permanent Resident, Convention Refugee or Refugee Claimant with a 1-year work permit, Naturalized Canadian Citizen
Minimum of three years professional experience in the IT sector outside of Canada
Have not been away from the field for a period longer than two years
Must reside in Ontario