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Mentoring Services

Connecting international education professionals with established occupation and industry-specific mentors

For over 30 years, the Mentoring for Change Program at Skills for Change has supported new immigrants in their journey to succeed in Canada. Through one-on-one connections with experienced mentors, newcomers gain valuable guidance on employment, settlement, communication, and career development. 

Mentoring is an opportunity for empowerment and professional advancement through shared learning.

Why Mentoring?

Mentoring Matters 

  • Guiding with professional experience and industry knowledge 

  • Helping to enhance employability and professional networking  

  • Understanding Canadian workplace culture  

  • Supporting growth through purposeful communication 

  • Providing information and how to access community resources  

Become a Mentor

  • As a mentor, you will: 

    • Share your professional knowledge and experience. 

    • Contribute to skilled newcomers in their career journey. 

    • You will get an opportunity to expand your connections by meeting other professionals.  

    • Join a diverse community of professionals making a lasting impact. 

    • At least 2 years of professional work experience in Canada 

    • Willingness to volunteer for 1 hour/week for up to 4 months 

    • Open to virtual or in-person mentoring. 

    • Passion to support and guide newcomers 

  • Contact: Rosaline Graham, Mentoring Coach 

    Email: rgraham@skillsforchange.org  

    Phone no: (416) 658-3101 x 264

Become a Mentee

  • As a mentee, you will: 

    • Strengthen your job search strategy and interview readiness. 

    • Understand Canadian workplace culture and expectations. 

    • Expand your professional network.  

    • Gain valuable, field-specific insights from experienced professionals. 

    • Enhance professional communication skills

    • Minimum 2 years of professional experience outside Canada 

    • Resided in Canada for less than 5 years. 

    • Committed to 1 hour/week for up to 4 months. 

    • Motivated to grow and learn. 

    • Should have a PR or CR immigration status.  

  • Contact: Rosaline Graham, Mentoring Coach 

    Email: rgraham@skillsforchange.org  

    Phone no: (416) 658-3101 x 264

New Initiatives 

  • An interactive online session focused on building professional connections and networking skills within the Canadian workplace. 

    Details

    • Conducted biweekly on Thursdays. 

    • Covers a new career-focused topic each session. 

    • Held via Microsoft Teams 

    • Led by mentors sharing practical strategies, lived experiences, and industry insights. 

    • Starting from August 7th, 2025. 

    • An in-person mentoring session designed to enhance job interview preparation, communication skills, and confidence. 

      Details: 

      • Held in person at Skills for Change Headquarters 

      • Address: 791 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON M6C 1B7 

      • Covers a different communication and employability topic for each session. 

      • Details and schedule are shared with registered participants. 

      • Led by mentors offering practical feedback and real-time support.

Program Impact

30+ years of mentoring success.

Almost 100+ active mentors across a range of professions.

Up to 80% participant satisfaction rate 

Up to 70% of mentees find meaningful employment. 

  • Mentoring helped me regain confidence and find my path. Now, I support others through the same program that empowered me.

    - Syeda Areeba Fatima, former mentee, now a Settlement Worker

  • Mentoring has helped me grow while supporting others. It’s about listening, sharing guidance, and helping each other become better versions of ourselves.

    - Richard Legaspi, current mentor

  • Mentoring helped me regain confidence and find my path. Now, I’m excited to begin a new role as an International Academic Advisor, thanks to the support I received.

    - Lizzie Liao, former mentee, now International Academic Advisor at NAIT

Contact us.

Rosaline Graham, Mentoring Coach 
Phone no: (416) 658-3101 x 264 
Email: rgraham@skillsforchange.org  
Headquarters location: 791 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON M6C 1B7