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Welcome Home to Canada

Pier 21 continues its tradition of welcoming newcomers to Canada

Since June 2004, the program has helped more than 100 newcomers from 40 countries gain significant Canadian work experience and enhance their employment opportunities.

Over 70% of all WHTC participants obtain meaningful employment or further their education after successfully completing the program.

WHTC Objectives

Finding meaningful work in a new country presents multiple challenges, including non-transferable credentials, lack of Canadian experience and linguistic barriers.

WHTC breaks down employment barriers, creates more career options and increases participants’ confidence, optimism and hope about their
future in Canada.

WHTC Program includes

For more information, please contact
Ramya Rangalle, WHTC Project Coordinator (Tel: 902-425-7770 ext 252).

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