Achēv

Free Virtual Tax clinics for Newcomers
2026-04-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-08 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-09 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-10 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-13 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-15 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-16 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Online
March 01, 2026 to April 30, 2026, Achēv is hosting Free Virtual Income Tax Clinic through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) to support individuals and families who have a modest income and a simple tax situation to file their 2025 tax returns.
Required documents for the virtual appointment:

All tax slips such as T4, T4A, T5007, T2202A
Other receipts (rent, property-tax bill, medical/dental receipts, CCB/Childcare expenses)
2024 Notice of Assessment (if applicable)
PR Card, Driver's License or Passport and SIN

Book your virtual appointment as spots are limited!
To learn more about the program, visit: The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP)
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Pathways to Careers in Early Childhood Education Info Session
2026-04-07 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
Ready to become an ECE? Join us to learn about the tuition-free ECE College Diploma program with Niagara College. Discover how you can kickstart your career in Early Childhood Education with the PC-ECE program.

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English Conversation Circle for Newcomer Women: Online
2026-04-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Improve your English conversational skills
Build your speaking confidence
Make friends
Learn about community resources

Eligibility Criteria:
Permanent Residents or Convention Refugees with a valid PR card, Confirmation of PR or Notice of Decision

This event will be held in collaboration with Halton Region.
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Resume Writing Basics: Webinar
2026-04-08 10:30 - 12:00 | Online
Join our webinar and learn about the following:

Purpose of a resume
Three main types of resumes
Benefits of a great cover letter
Resume and cover letter do’s and don’ts

This webinar will be held in collaboration with Brampton Library and Building Multicultural Communities.

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Women in Cybersecurity: Virtual Information Session
2026-04-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
Are you a newcomer woman interested in pursuing a career in Cybersecurity? CultureLink’s training program will give you the tools to get you started!

Join the information session to learn about CultureLink's free 10-week hybrid Cybersecurity Training program that helps newcomers with IT backgrounds prepare for Cybersecurity Fundamental Certificate.
Learn technical skills to protect IT infrastructures from security breaches, gain expertise in the areas of cybersecurity and network with employers in the field.

Eligibility:

Permanent Residents, and Convention Refugees
Post-secondary education in IT, background or high interest in IT
Minimum CLB 7-8 is required

This program is offered by CultureLink. Achēv is only facilitating the connection to the program through this webinar.

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Virtual One-On-One Resume Critique for Newcomers
2026-04-09 09:30 - 14:30, 2026-04-10 09:30 - 14:30 | Online
Book your 45-minute appointment between 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

At your one-on-one appointment, you will learn how to:

Modify your resume based on current labour market trends
Get your resume noticed by employers
Capture that sought-after interview

Eligibility Criteria

Permanent Residents or Convention Refugees with a valid PR card, Confirmation of PR or Notice of Decision
Able to read, write and speak English (Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 5

Appointments available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Bridging Program at McMaster: Webinar
2026-04-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Learn how to become a certified composite technician today with McMaster University Upskilling Program

What you will gain by joining this program:
Free job training with a Canadian, industry-recognized certification at the end
In-demand technical and soft skills needed for the Canadian workplace
Career support services such as networking, resume building, job search guidance, and direct connections with employers

Achēv solely facilitates the information session and does not offer direct training or consulting services or referrals.

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Care for Nurses: Virtual One-On-One Support and Guidance
2026-04-09 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-04-10 13:00 - 15:30 | Online
Are you an Internationally Educated Nurse looking for support in Ontario?
Book a one-hour consultation with a CARE centre case manager who will guide you through the regulatory and settlement processes. The goals are successful registration, sustained employment, and social integration.
Services Include:

Individualized needs and goals assessment
Guidance to analyze and interpret CNO letters
Assistance in identifying academic and skill development supports needed
Preparation for exam success
Information on the Canadian healthcare workplace
Assistance with job search tasks and networking

An appointment is required.
This event will be held in collaboration with Care Centre for Internationally Educated Nurses.
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Access Gently Used And Good Quality Furniture For Your Home
2026-04-10 09:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
*Please note Achēv is only a partner agency that makes referrals on behalf of eligible clients to access Furniture Bank*
Every Fridays by referral and appointment only!
*Please note Achēv is only a partner agency that makes referrals on behalf of eligible clients to access Furniture Bank*

Open to: Low income newcomer families
Eligibility:

Permanent Resident, Convention Refugee and Temporary Resident under CUAET visa
New to Canada / New Occupant within 12 months of arrival date

Service area: Toronto (Postal code starting with “M”), Brampton, Oakville, Mississauga, Markham, Richmond Hill, Thornhill, Vaughan, Aurora and Woodbridge
Flat Fee: $300 non-refundable per delivery
In-person appointment to choose items
One appointment per family or residence

This event will be delivered in collaboration with Furniture Bank.

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Service Canada - Pension, Dental & More: In Person Clinic
2026-04-10 09:30 - 15:30 | Achēv – Mississauga City Centre, 50 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Suite 300, Mississauga, ON, L5B 3Y5, Canada
Receive expert advice on your Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Dental Care Plan applications from a Service Canada representative.
What the Service Canada Clinic Can Offer:

Expert assistance with applying for a SIN, CDCP, and the Canada Disability Benefit
Reviewing and accepting applications for CPP and OAS (not ODSP)
Certifying documents required for Service Canada programs that need official certification

Call to book your appointment in advance.
This event will be held in collaboration with Service Canada.

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Care for Nurses: One-On-One Support and Guidance
2026-04-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Newcomer Information Centre – Brampton East, 263 Queen Street East, Unit 14, Brampton, ON, L6W 4K6, Canada
Are you an Internationally Educated Nurse looking for support in Ontario?
Book a one-hour consultation with a CARE centre case manager who will guide you through the regulatory and settlement processes. The goals are successful registration, sustained employment, and social integration.
Services Include:

Individualized needs and goals assessment
Guidance to analyze and interpret CNO letters
Assistance in identifying academic and skill development supports needed
Preparation for exam success
Information on the Canadian healthcare workplace
Assistance with job search tasks and networking

Appointment is required.
This session is in collaboration with Care Centre for Internationally Educated Nurses.

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Free One-On-One Virtual Legal Clinic
2026-04-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Online
Get free one-on-one legal consultation with a lawyer from SALCO in the following areas:

Immigration (no letters of invitation)
OW, ODSP, CPP and OAS
Employment standards, wrongful dismissal and employment insurance
Human rights and family law
Small claims court matters
Criminal injuries compensation board
Tenants rights

Serving South Asian Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees.
This virtual clinic will be held in collaboration with South Asian Legal Clinic of Ontario (SALCO).
Call to book your appointment in advance.

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Free In-Person Cooking Classes for Seniors
2026-04-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Seva Food Bank, 2832 Slough St, Mississauga, Ontario, L4T 1G3, Canada
Join us in person to meet with other seniors (55+) to learn new recipes and cooking techniques from an expert chef. Let us cook together and eat together!
Seats are limited and registration is required to book a spot!
This event is in collaboration with SEVA Food Bank.

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How to Start Your Own Business: Webinar
2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Topics to be covered:

Services offered by Brampton Small Business Enterprise
How to register a business
How to write a simple business plan
Grant programs

This event will be delivered in collaboration with Brampton Small Business Enterprise.

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How to Find a Mentor in Your Profession: Webinar
2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Ontario
The TRIEC Mentoring Partnership program helps internationally trained professionals reconnect with their careers in Canada through one-on-one career-based mentoring with an industry professional.
Program Eligibility:

2+ years of international experience
Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees
Lived in Canada for less than five years
Unemployed or underemployed

Currently recruiting mentees for the following professions:

Customer Relationship Management
Banking Services
Finance and Accounting
Financial Services
Human Resources
IT Consulting
IT Project Management
Marketing
Project Management
Business Analyst

If you are looking for mentors in other professions, please contact us.
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Virtual One-On-One Mock Interview for Newcomers
2026-04-15 09:30 - 14:30 | Online
Book your 45-minute appointment between 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

The mock interview includes:

Practice interview
The different types of interviews
Examples of common interview questions
How to answer difficult interview questions in line with employer and recruiter expectations and current labour market trends

Interviewing tools and tips

Eligibility Criteria:

Permanent Residents or Convention Refugees with a valid PR card, Confirmation of PR, or Notice of Decision
Able to read, write, and speak English (Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 5))
Up-to-date resume

Appointments available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Free Service Canada Pension Clinic for Seniors: In-Person Appointment
2026-04-15 10:00 - 15:00 | Seniors Engagement & Empowerment Network Centre – Brampton East, 263 Queen Street East, Unit 14, Brampton, ON, L6W 4K6, Canada
Are you a senior with questions about your Canada pension application?
Book your 30-minute consultation to help you with your Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) application. An appointment is required to attend:

Review applications (CPP, OAS, GIS)
Discuss Guaranteed Income Supplements (GIS)
Discuss Death and Disability Benefits
Discuss Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program (OSDCP)
Discuss other Service Canada benefits for seniors

This workshop will be held in collaboration with Service Canada.

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Resume Critique for Newcomers: Virtual Session
2026-04-16 09:30 - 14:30 | Online
On your one-on-one appointment, you will learn the following:

How to modify your resume based on current labour market trends
Get your resume noticed by employers
Capture that sought-after interview

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Get Ready for Tax Season: Webinar
2026-04-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Have questions about taxes? You're not alone.
Join our FREE Tax preparation session.
In this webinar, we will be discussing:

Deadlines for tax returns
From Payroll to Tax Return – how the taxes work
Tuition, medical, childcare and moving expenses
Saving Accounts (TFSA, RRSP, FHSA, etc.)
Foreign income, Investment income and cryptocurrency
Q&A Session

This event will be held in collaboration with Lilico Accounting Corporation.

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Worksi Consulting: In-Person Hiring Event
2026-04-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Ontario
Achēv is partnering with WorkSi Consulting, a dynamic client-centric recruiter, to host an in-person hiring event featuring on-site interviews for multiple positions!
Positions Available:

General Labour Positions – Morning, Evening and Night Shifts
Production Associate
Production Associate Packaging
Production Associate Receiver – Morning and Afternoon Shifts
Baker
Forklift Operator – Counterbalance + Reach

Only selected candidates will be invited to the hiring event.

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