The Newcomer Employment Program (NEP) provides employment-related services to newcomer jobseekers to help them successfully navigate the Canadian job market. From personalized counselling and career mentoring that connects you with industry professionals to hands-on work experience placements that introduce you to Canadian workplace culture, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.
Program Activities
Employment Counseling
Unlock Your Career Potential!
Whether you are new to the workforce or looking to make a career change, our personalized employment counselling empowers you with the knowledge and insight to successfully navigate the Canadian job market.
Professional Networking
Make Meaningful Connections!
Our career events bring you face-to-face with industry professionals and potential employers to build relationships that can open doors to your next career move.
Work Experience Placement
Gain Canadian Work Experience!
Receive tailored support to gain hands-on experience and familiarize yourself with Canadian workplace culture.
Employment Workshops and Online Learning
Develop and enhance your skills!
Our engaging workshops and online tutorials are designed to equip you with practical skills and insights to empower you for success in your employment journey.
Resume Screening/Referrals
Get Equipped to meet Employers!
Our professional resume screening service will help polish your resume and directly refer it to top employers looking for talent like yours.
Career Mentoring
Build Your Network and Expertise!
Connect with experienced professionals and employers (mentors) who can help you grow your network and deepen your knowledge in your field of interest.
Employer Engagement Opportunities
Paid Work Placement
Provide work placement opportunities to job-ready candidates who need work experience and skills enhancement. Through Wage Subsidy, financial support can be provided to employers who are willing to train eligible job-seekers to gain work experience.
Unpaid Workplace Orientation
Help train newcomer jobseekers by providing unpaid workplace orientation and volunteering opportunities. Job-seekers gain valuable work experience and improve their skills by working in a Canadian workplace.
Job Matching
Let us help you fill vacant positions faster by referring you candidates that have been screened and short-listed. We can also help with coordinating interviews and referring eligible candidates for job-start financial support.
Employer Resources
Access to and promotion through our events across North Delta and Surrey (hiring fairs, forums, & networking opportunities)
Free NEP job board to list your positions.
Pre-screening qualified candidates for job openings.
Client and Partner Testimonials
"As a newcomer, accessing employment services made a big difference in my job search journey. I gained up-to-date knowledge about the Canadian job market, built a professional resume, and learned how to prepare for interviews. The support I received helped me feel confident while applying for jobs, and I’m happy to share that I’ve successfully secured employment.
I’m truly grateful for the guidance and encouragement I received throughout the process." ~ SN – NEP client
“In the 3 or so years over worked alongside this program I have witnessed the impact it has not only the community but to the awareness to integration to the wider society is and has been wonderful.” ~ Employer
Eligibility criteria
For permanent residents, protected persons, and convention refugees, and live-in-caregivers who require employment-related support to settle and adjust to their new life in Canada.
Can you access the program directly?
Telephone: 604.572.4060
Email: settlement@options.bc.ca
Other information
Can't participate in an in-person appointment with an Employment Specialist? No Problem! Appointments are also available online.
Location
13520 78 Ave, Surrey, BC V3W 8J6