Next Stop Canada Mentor

Next Stop Canada (NSC) is an online portal that provides online settlement support, learning opportunities, and mentorship to youth and adults who are destined for Canada. This online program helps individuals overseas prepare for immigration to Canada by providing them with the information, knowledge, and resources needed to quickly adapt and integrate into Canadian society. The Mentor Forum allows pre-arrival immigrants to virtually connect with professionals in Canada who are currently working in their desired field.

This is a virtual opportunity

Time Commitment:

  • Six-month commitment preferred
  • Flexible hours; approximately four hours a month

Qualifications:

  • For adult mentorship program:
    • Minimum age 23 for adult mentorship program
    • Post-secondary education and currently employed in specialized career industry (example: engineering, nursing, teaching, etc.)
    • Volunteers must be certified in their career field if industry standards require it.
  • Age range 14 – 24 for youth mentorship program
  • Life experience as a newcomer is a significant asset
  • Experience and sensitivity dealing with people from different cultural, racial and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  • Demonstrate some technological experience and usage of social media tools (i.e. Facebook, Twitter).
  • Responsible, reliable and friendly while demonstrating a willingness to learn.
  • Only qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.