Humber College’s Community Outreach & Workforce Development (COWD) department in partnership with the Faculty of Applied Science & Technology (FAST) are thrilled to announce the relaunch of an exceptional engineering and architecture program. This tailored program is aimed at supporting new immigrants to secure rewarding employment opportunities in their field in Canada. The Engineering/Architecture Bridging Program for New Canadians is generously funded by The Barrett Family Foundation as part of the Barrett Centre Industry Skills Training and Development Program.

Designed in collaboration with industry and community, the bridging program provides participants with comprehensive technical training, soft skills development, and employment support - all tailored to the specific needs of immigrant engineers, architects, technologists and technicians - in the fields of civil engineering, architecture and mechanical engineering. With the relaunch, the program has been updated to reflect the current industry needs of employers as well as to recognize each participant’s prior learning as they move along their journey of restarting their careers in Canada.

COWD has offered specialized training and career support to more than 5,000 internationally trained professionals since 2009 - which has led them to further professional studies and employment in their desired fields. The Engineering/Architecture Bridging Program further reinforces our commitment to harnessing the talent and skills of newcomers to Canada, contributing to the local economy.

If you know someone who could benefit from this program, spread the word and encourage them to explore this incredible opportunity. Together, we can build a stronger, more inclusive engineering and architecture community in Canada!

The first cohort of the program begins on September 11, 2023. Applications are now being accepted on the program webpage.