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Darrell Pinto, Director of Employment at Jumpstart Refugee Talent, receives recognition alongside MPP Kristyn Wong-Tam, MPP for Toronto Centre, and MPP Chris Glover, MPP for Spadina-Fort York. The gathering was held to celebrate the $194,700 Resilient Communities grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), awarded in 2022, which supports Jumpstart’s efforts in enhancing refugee economic inclusion. Also pictured: Twaha Mawejje, Jumpstart client; Malaz Sebai, Director of Operations at Jumpstart; Bassel Ramli, Director of Global Mobility at Jumpstart; Dawit Demoz, Program Manager, Community Relations at Jumpstart; Aleem Punja, Executive Director of the Future Ready Initiative, Aga Khan Council of Canada; Saiyaf Alli, AVP Talent Acquisition at Zurich Canada; Liubov Zolotarevska, Jumpstart client; Tony Jabbour, Senior Recruitment Partner at Jumpstart; Eglys Perez, Senior Recruitment Partner at Jumpstart; and Tiffany Bliley, Director of Talent Acquisition at EQ Bank. The event highlighted the positive impact of the grant, which has provided crucial resources and technology for adapting programming and services to better serve refugee communities post-pandemic.

Annual Report 2024

This year, we strengthened our impact, reached new milestones, and advanced our mission through innovation, collaboration, and dedication to the communities we serve.
13 Jan 2026
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Marketing 101 - CAMSC - October

Marketing 101 for Entrepreneurs | CAMSC

Watch the CAMSC Marketing 101 Virtual Event recording to learn practical strategies for building your brand, engaging your audience, and growing your business. Perfect for entrepreneurs looking to strengthen their marketing skills.
31 Oct 2025
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Business registration Webinar with CAMSC

Business Registration 101: Essential Steps to Start Your Business

Learn the essential steps to register a business in Canada. This webinar recording, featuring legal and financial experts from RBC, offers practical guidance for refugee entrepreneurs on business structures, taxation, and compliance.
02 Oct 2025
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AI and the Future of Work: Unlocking New Job Opportunities | Jumpstart Refugee Talent AMA

AI and the Future of Work: Unlocking New Job Opportunities | Jumpstart Refugee Talent AMA

AI is transforming the way we work in Canada. In this Jumpstart Refugee Talent AMA, experts Denis Gravelle and Han Tran explore how artificial intelligence is creating new career opportunities, practical tools for job seekers, and steps newcomers can take to build future-ready skills.
04 Sep 2025
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AMA: Understanding Employer Expectations & Navigating HR in Canada

Watch Jumpstart Refugee Talent’s virtual AMA session focused on navigating the Canadian job market and understanding employer expectations. Hear from HR experts Diane Biesinger and Katarina Robertson of the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) as they share insider tips, practical resources, and real-life stories to help newcomer refugees succeed in their job search and career growth in Canada.
12 Aug 2025
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AMA: Job Search & Career Advice

In this Ask Me Anything session, newcomer women Maryam Nehrir, Eglys Perez, and Precious Es open up about their journeys in Canada. They share honest advice on navigating the job market, building community, and finding strength through resilience. A must-watch for refugee and newcomer professionals!
04 Jul 2025
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Welcome to the Welcome Talent Canada Mentorship Guidebook 

This guidebook supports mentors and mentees in the Welcome Talent Canada program with tools, insights, and tips to build strong, impactful mentorship experiences.
19 Jun 2025
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Darrell Pinto, Direct Employment Manager at Jumpstart, delivering a speech at the Durham Refugee Hiring Event.

Refugee Hiring Event in Durham: Speech by Darrel Pinto of Jumpstart

At our recent hiring event in Durham, over 190 refugees took a big step toward building their future in Canada by participating in job interviews. Watch our video message from Darrell Pinto, Director of Employment, and see how Jumpstart connects employers with refugee talent—creating real impact and opportunity.
16 May 2025
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