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People of Colour Employment Awareness Month (PEAM) is a bold initiative by , MBA and ICC. It is an annual month of May i...
05/07/2026

People of Colour Employment Awareness Month (PEAM) is a bold initiative by , MBA and ICC.

It is an annual month of May initiative in Canada, designed to engage employers, policymakers, service providers, and People of Color, in an effort to address employment disparities, workplace hurdles, and entrepreneurship challenges.

Thank you Mayor Jeromy Farkas for recognizing the systemic unemployment disparities that People of Colour are facing today.

Here at Immigrant Champions of Canada (ICC), we believe that diverse workplaces are beneficial for all in our society. We hope to see you all share your thoughts on how we can support POC in the workplace and entrepreneurship space



We are committed to bringing awareness on state of employment in Canada. Immigrant Champions of Canada’s four employment...
05/06/2026

We are committed to bringing awareness on state of employment in Canada.

Immigrant Champions of Canada’s four employment awareness months namely Women Youth, People of Colour andBlack are national initiatives designed to address employment inequalities and improve inclusion in the Canadian workforce as supported by the Employment Equity Act, Accessible Canada Act, Canadian Human Rights Act, Canadian Multiculturalism Act and the Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) Mandate

The Employment Awareness Months aims to:
✅ Raise awareness of employment inequities and systemic barriers

🟢 Promote inclusive hiring and bias-free workplace practices

🟩 Improve representation in leadership and high-growth sectors

❇️ Support career development for underrepresented groups

✅ Encourage entrepreneurship and access to funding/resources

🟢 Strengthen connections between job seekers, employers, and policymakers

🟩 Advocate for equitable policies and workplace reforms

❇️ Promote workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in Canadian workplaces

May is POC Employment Awareness Month, Stay tuned for updates.

Young people are digital natives, bringing valuable skills in technology, social media, and innovation.Invite youth into...
04/26/2026

Young people are digital natives, bringing valuable skills in technology, social media, and innovation.

Invite youth into your teams to help modernize processes, marketing, and customer engagement.





Innovation

Hiring youth is more than a business decision, it’s a community investment that reduces unemployment and builds stronger...
04/26/2026

Hiring youth is more than a business decision, it’s a community investment that reduces unemployment and builds stronger societies.

Partner with community organizations and schools to create pathways into employment.





Young employees are eager to learn, adapt, and grow. They bring a growth mindset that fuels innovation.Provide mentorshi...
04/26/2026

Young employees are eager to learn, adapt, and grow. They bring a growth mindset that fuels innovation.

Provide mentorship and training programs that help youth develop both professionally and personally.





April is Youth Employment Awareness Month a bold initiative by and ICC. Thank you Mayor for recognizing the systemic ...
04/01/2026

April is Youth Employment Awareness Month a bold initiative by and ICC.

Thank you Mayor for recognizing the systemic unemployment crisis our youths are facing today.

Immigrant Champions of Canada (ICC), we believe that hiring young people brings fresh energy, new ideas, and creative problem-solving into your organization. Youth see opportunities where others may see limits.

Call to Action for employers:
Open your doors to at least one young hire this April. A single opportunity can shape a lifetime.

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Employment bias isn’t one-dimensional — it affects hiring, growth, and culture, especially for Black women, Indigenous w...
04/01/2026

Employment bias isn’t one-dimensional — it affects hiring, growth, and culture, especially for Black women, Indigenous women, and women with disabilities.

Let’s and build equitable workplaces together.

While education can help level the playing field for Indigenous women, gaps remain — especially for those with less form...
04/01/2026

While education can help level the playing field for Indigenous women, gaps remain — especially for those with less formal education.

Let’s support equitable access to education and opportunity.



Even when women are well-represented overall, they are often less represented in senior and managerial roles due to syst...
04/01/2026

Even when women are well-represented overall, they are often less represented in senior and managerial roles due to systemic bias.

Time to invest in pathways to leadership for women of all backgrounds.



Women with disabilities often need accommodations — but don’t always receive them.Inclusive workplaces respond to needs,...
04/01/2026

Women with disabilities often need accommodations — but don’t always receive them.

Inclusive workplaces respond to needs, not assumptions.



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