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International Education Newfoundland and Labrador (IENL) is industry association advancing international education in the Province. Since 2012, International Education Newfoundland and Labrador (IENL) has acted informally as the network for communication and activities on behalf of Newfoundland and Labrador’s international education and training sector.

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Empowerment Bridge

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Overview

Program Overview

The Empowerment Bridge is a pilot program designed to build on the success of the Study and Stay program. Delivered with our partner “Expertise Hub Cooperative” and funded by “Office of Immigration & Multiculturalism, Newfoundland & Labrador“, this initiative supports Study and Stay alumni as well as newcomer professionals as they transition into the workforce, helping them secure meaningful employment aligned with their qualifications and expertise.

The program addresses specific challenges that newcomers face in finding jobs within their fields after completing their studies. We provide targeted support to help immigrant professionals navigate the Canadian labour market successfully and achieve sustainable, rewarding careers in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Our Goals

Program Objectives

Our primary goal is to equip immigrant professionals with the tools, skills, and networks needed for sustainable employment in unregulated fields.

Career Integration

Support labour market integration through targeted training and mentorship in your field of expertise

Employer Connections

Build professional networks with local employers who value immigrant talent and expertise

Sustainable Employment

Achieve meaningful, long-term employment that matches your qualifications and career goals

Career Fields We Support

Our primary goal is to support immigrant professionals in these fields

Entrepreneurship

Project Management

Digital Marketing

Communications

Human Resources

Policy Analysis

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Software Development

Success Metrics

What You'll Achieve

Enhanced Job Placement

Secure employment in your field of expertise, leveraging your advanced qualifications and professional experience

Increased Employability

Gain certifications, build work portfolios, and earn Canadian work experience that reduces employment barriers

Professional Networks

Develop stronger connections with employers, fostering inclusive hiring practices and reducing underemployment

Eligibility

This program is designed for:

  • Study and Stay NL program alumni
  • International students who have graduated from NL post-secondary institutions
  • Immigrant professionals seeking employment in unregulated fields
  • Individuals with advanced qualifications looking to align their career with their expertise
  • Anyone facing challenges transitioning from education to employment in Newfoundland and Labrador

Mentor's Stories

Mentee's Stories

Our Partners

Program Partners

Meet the team

Project Coordinator

Haris Ansari

Project Coordinator
Empowerment Bridge Program

Questions about Empowerment Bridge? Reach out to our Project Coordinator 
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A Program by International Education Newfoundland and Labrador

The Empowerment Bridge program operates differently from Study and Stay NL.
While Study and Stay is cohort-based with a fixed schedule, Empowerment Bridge uses an open enrollment model.
Participants can join anytime and customize their experience by selecting the workshops and mentorship sessions that align with their career goals.
Learn about Study and Stay →