Mentorship for Rural Immigrants

Mentorship for Rural Immigrants A flexible, no-cost, Bow Valley College online course for Permanent Residents who live outside of Calgary. The program is very flexible.

The Mentorship for Rural Immigrants program provides no-cost professional and personal learning opportunities for newcomers to Canada. The program covers various topics such as integrating into Canadian workplace culture, honing communication and interpersonal skills, fostering teamwork and collaboration, problem-solving techniques, and establishing connections within the community. Each participa

nt is paired with a mentor in their local community. Participants move through the online material on their own, then meet with their mentor to discuss & practice what they’ve learned. It typically takes approximately 16 weeks to complete and is done on a part time basis (2-3 hours per week). Participants must live in rural Alberta to be eligible (For the purposes of this program, ‘rural’ refers to anywhere in Alberta, excluding Calgary or Edmonton). This program is funded by the Government of Alberta, Ministry of Trade, Immigration and Multiculturalism.

95% of participants who have completed Bow Valley College's Mentorship for Rural Immigrants Program recommend it to othe...
02/02/2026

95% of participants who have completed Bow Valley College's Mentorship for Rural Immigrants Program recommend it to other newcomers in their communities as a powerful resource to help them excel in any work environment.
Meet Viktoriia, one of our dedicated participants who found this program to be a valuable tool.
This no-cost, government-funded initiative is helping immigrants who live in rural communities of Alberta build confidence in Canadian workplace culture and develop key soft skills.
We're currently accepting new participants for our last intake of 2026. APPLY TODAY at:
https://www.bowvalleycollege.ca/student-life/career-and-employment/mentorship-for-rural-immigrants
If you'd like to know more, email us at: [email protected]

🌟 Calling Volunteer Mentors in Airdrie! Are you a professional living or working in Airdrie who’s passionate about givin...
01/23/2026

🌟 Calling Volunteer Mentors in Airdrie!
Are you a professional living or working in Airdrie who’s passionate about giving back to your community?
Bow Valley College’s Mentorship for Rural Immigrants Program is looking for volunteer mentors to support newcomers as they build confidence, connections, and career pathways in Canada. Your experience could make a meaningful difference in someone’s journey.
Why become a mentor?
✔️ Share your professional knowledge and lived experience
✔️ Help immigrants navigate the Canadian workplace and culture
✔️ Build leadership, coaching, and cross-cultural skills
✔️ Make a real impact in your local community
Mentorship is flexible, rewarding, and designed to fit around your schedule. If you’re ready to support newcomers in Airdrie while growing personally and professionally, we’d love to hear from you!
Volunteer mentors are needed now
Learn more or sign up today:
https://www.bowvalleycollege.ca/student-life/career-and-employment/mentorship-for-rural-immigrants
Questions? Contact [email protected]

🌟 Now Accepting New Participants — Deadline Extended! Are you a rural immigrant looking to build confidence, connections...
01/19/2026

🌟 Now Accepting New Participants — Deadline Extended!
Are you a rural immigrant looking to build confidence, connections, and career pathways in Canada?
Great news — Bow Valley College’s NO-COST Mentorship for Rural Immigrants Program has extended participant acceptance for a few more weeks, and we’d love to welcome you!
What you’ll gain from the program:
✔️ One-on-one mentorship with experienced professionals
✔️ Support navigating the Canadian workplace and culture
✔️ Improved communication, leadership, and career-readiness skills
✔️ Increased confidence and clarity around your career goals
This program is designed to support immigrants living in rural communities, helping you grow personally and professionally while feeling more connected and supported.
Spots are limited — don’t miss this extended opportunity!
👉 Apply now or share this post with someone who could benefit.
https://www.bowvalleycollege.ca/student-life/career-and-employment/mentorship-for-rural-immigrants
Email [email protected] for more information.

This looks like so much fun ⛷️Foreign Workers Bow Valley
01/14/2026

This looks like so much fun ⛷️Foreign Workers Bow Valley

Free Try Skiing or Snowboarding for Adults! 🏂 Foreign workers who are new to skiing or snowboarding.

📍 Banff Sunshine Village Ski Resort
📅 Date: Thursday, February 5
🕙 Time: 8:00AM - 4:00PM

📍 Mt. Norquay Ski Resort
📅 Date: Friday, February 20
🕙 Time: 4:00PM - 8:00PM

🎟️ What's Included: Lift ticket, ski/snowboard rental, instructor and transportation between Banff & Ski Resort are provided for FREE.

☃️ Limited space available – sign up now!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/TUR9cmqiPD

SkiBig3, Banff Norquay Ski & Summer Resort , Banff Sunshine Village

01/09/2026

A great way to learn and practice your English for residents in Banff and Canmore with Bow Valley Adult Learning Centre

Celebrate Family Literacy Day with the Strathmore Municipal Library
01/09/2026

Celebrate Family Literacy Day with the Strathmore Municipal Library

🥳Celebrate Family Literacy Day on Saturday, January 24 from 11 am to 2 pm at the library!

🍕✒️There will be fun word games like Wordle, author Christina Hatton-Fearnley will be in attendance, and you can help write our community story at 12 pm. Don't miss out on family fun and FREE pizza!

Canmore residents check out this community swap event with the Canmore Public Library
01/09/2026

Canmore residents check out this community swap event with the Canmore Public Library

New to Canada and living in a rural community?Bow Valley College invites you to join the Mentorship for Rural Immigrants...
01/05/2026

New to Canada and living in a rural community?
Bow Valley College invites you to join the Mentorship for Rural Immigrants Program — completely free!

You’ll be paired with a mentor who can support you to:

understand Canadian workplace culture

develop confidence and professional skills

expand your network

create a career plan for success in Canada

Important dates

Program ends: March 31, 2026

Application deadline: January 9, 2026

This no-cost program is designed especially for newcomers like you.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and move forward in your Canadian career.

📧 For more information, email [email protected]

📝 Apply today:

This no-cost, part-time program supports rural immigrants in building communication and soft skills while learning more about Canadian workplace culture. Over a few weeks, you'll take part in online lessons, activities, and tasks about important topics such as:

Happening this weekend! Strathmore Municipal Library
11/27/2025

Happening this weekend! Strathmore Municipal Library

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