Manitoba Immigrant Employment Council

06/19/2026

Manitoba Immigrant Employment Council is proud to support We’re Better Together - a new national campaign led by the Canadian Council for Refugees and partners to boost Canada’s support for immigrants and refugees.

In Canada, we speak many languages, come from many places, and across our differences, we look out for each other.

While we see politicians abroad spread lies to turn neighbour against neighbour, here in Canada we reject those who use divide and conquer tactics to distract us while chipping away at the healthcare and services we all need and letting housing prices spiral.

We are proud to be a country that welcomes newcomers, and we expect our leaders to carry on that legacy and make this a place where all families can thrive. Because in Canada, we know we’re better off together.

Stand with us. Show your support for immigrants and refugees.

Get involved in the campaign and sign up for updates: BetterTogetherCanada.ca

Council for Refugees

06/16/2026

“I have never seen anyone work harder than a refugee — they know what it’s like to have nothing.”
— Chrysanthou
Andrea Chrysanthou came to Canada as a child refugee from Cyprus after fleeing conflict with her family. Her earliest memories moved quickly from hiding from bombs to navigating a Canadian classroom with no English.
Watching her parents rebuild their lives shaped a mindset grounded in hard work, responsibility, and empathy.
Today, Andrea is the founder of Public Relations and a multiple award-winning communicator advising leading organizations across Canada.
Andrea’s advice to employers: “Have patience and you will reap the rewards. Refugees work hard, bring new perspectives, and add something truly exciting to any company.”
Employers: Refugee talent strengthens teams and culture.
💡 Explore hiring resources at the Welcoming Economy website. https://bit.ly/we-2026
Hire refugees. Global talent for local success.
Economy

06/11/2026

“As refugees, you don’t always have a defined path — so you learn to create one.”
— Ladak
Nizar Ladak came to Canada as a refugee from Uganda in 1973 after his family was expelled under the Idi Amin regime. Arriving with little, his parents went door to door seeking work to build a future for their three children.
That experience shaped Nizar’s values and leadership. Today, he is an accomplished author, board chair, and former CEO of the Research Alliance of Canada, with a career focused on building diverse, high-performing teams and driving innovation across Canada’s health and technology systems.
His advice to employers:
“Hire for attitude and teach the rest. Refugees bring resilience, teamwork, efficiency, and fresh perspective — and the return on investment is hundredfold.”
Employers: Refugee talent is already driving innovation across Canada.
💡 Visit the Welcoming Economy website to learn how to hire refugees: https://bit.ly/we-2026
Hire refugees. Global talent for local success.
Economy

06/10/2026

Connect with us for a complimentary one-on-one consultation and discover how the SME Toolkit can support your workplace goals.
Limited spaces available.


Regional Connections Dana Bergman - Banon

Looking to strengthen inclusive workplace practices within your organization?

Our one-on-one consultancy support offers employers the opportunity to navigate the SME Toolkit, reflect on current organizational practices, and identify practical next steps toward building a more inclusive and welcoming workplace.

Gain tailored guidance, actionable insights, and strategies designed to support your organization’s journey in preventing hate and racism.

Participation is free, with limited consultation spots available. Reach out today to learn more and reserve your spot.



Regional Connections

06/09/2026

Canada’s workforce is evolving, and so are the stories we tell about talent.
Through the 2026 campaign, we’re highlighting leaders whose experiences exemplify the value refugees bring to our workplaces, economy, and communities.
From business and communications to technology and social impact, these leaders show what’s possible when opportunity meets resilience.
Follow along this campaign from Economy over the coming weeks as we share their stories—and how employers can benefit by hiring refugees.
💡 Visit the Welcoming Economy website to access tools and resources for hiring refugee talent: https://bit.ly/we-2026
Hire refugees. Global talent for local success.

06/08/2026

Connect. Impress. Get Hired.

A dynamic hiring event organised by MBIEC where talent, opportunity, and career growth come together.

June 25, 2026 from 10.00am to 3.00pm at Regional Connections Winkler office.

Regional Connections

06/03/2026

Looking to strengthen inclusive workplace practices within your organization?

Our one-on-one consultancy support offers employers the opportunity to navigate the SME Toolkit, reflect on current organizational practices, and identify practical next steps toward building a more inclusive and welcoming workplace.

Gain tailored guidance, actionable insights, and strategies designed to support your organization’s journey in preventing hate and racism.

Participation is free, with limited consultation spots available. Reach out today to learn more and reserve your spot.



Regional Connections

05/26/2026

Governments of Canada and Manitoba Launch Building Up Manitoba Program (BUMP). This initiative will provide $3.5 million to help Manitoba Employers build skills, retain workers and grow the Economy.

This will also support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to equip employees with the tools and training they need in a rapidly changing labour market.

For more information on the Building Up Manitoba Program, visit: https://gov.mb.ca/jec/busdev/financial/bump/index.html.

05/25/2026

2 days to go!

Great informative session for all employers.
MBIEC presents this webinar on Employer Playbook Resources to support inclusive hiring practices in collaboration with WES.

Register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/employer-webinar-series-employer-playbook-resources-tickets-1989116847035?aff=oddtdtcreator

World Education Services

Webinar Alert!!!

MB Immigrant Employment Council in collaboration World Education Services (WES) bring to all the employers in Manitoba an informational webinar on Employer Playbook Resources to support inclusive hiring practices on May 27th, 2026 from 10am - 11am.

To register, click on the below link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/employer-webinar-series-employer-playbook-resources-tickets-1989116847035?aff=oddtdtcreator

05/19/2026

A few more days to go....

MBIEC in collaboration with WES presents informational webinar on Employer Playbook Resources to support inclusive hiring practices.

Click on the below link to register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/employer-webinar-series-employer-playbook-resources-tickets-1989116847035?aff=oddtdtcreator

World Education Services

Webinar Alert!!!

MB Immigrant Employment Council in collaboration World Education Services (WES) bring to all the employers in Manitoba an informational webinar on Employer Playbook Resources to support inclusive hiring practices on May 27th, 2026 from 10am - 11am.

To register, click on the below link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/employer-webinar-series-employer-playbook-resources-tickets-1989116847035?aff=oddtdtcreator