ALLIES

TRIEC's successes have resulted in cities across Canada taking action in their own communities around immigrant employment solutions. In 2007 a conference with over 130 representatives from 18 city regions was held to share the lessons and experiences that have come out of TRIEC. As a result of this successful conference the Maytree and McConnell Foundations launched ALLIES - Assisting Local Leaders with Immigrant Employment Strategies.

ALLIES provides funding and supports cities in their efforts to learn from, adapt and implement successful approaches used by TRIEC and others. By bringing local stakeholders together and supporting them in providing practical solutions, ALLIES is helping communities use the talents of un- and underemployed skilled immigrants.

To support communities across Canada, ALLIES is creating a learning centre around immigrant employment solutions. Included will be web-based "how to guides" on effective programs such as mentoring, internships, employer training and public awareness. Coaches will guide and mentor communities in the development of these programs, and to complement these activities, ALLIES will host a yearly learning conference to bring together communities and other key stakeholders.

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