NL Workforce Innovation Centre

06/09/2026

One day to go!

NLWIC is excited to attend and present at the 37th Annual Baie Verte Mining Conference tomorrow and connect with industry leaders, employers and community partners across Newfoundland and Labrador.

Our Faculty Researcher with the Employer-Led Workforce Development Project, Aleksandra Stefanovic-Chafe, will be presenting on the ongoing implementation and evaluation of the Talent Pipeline Management (TPM) Model, funded by the Future Skills Centre.

We look forward to the conversations, insights and opportunities for collaboration ahead.

Baie Verte Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

06/08/2026

Have you completed NLWIC's Provincial Immigrant Retention Survey yet?

https://survey-bc.cna.nl.ca/a.aspx?s=894_1_dElkqzvdnd3

If you moved to NL from another province, country or territory, we'd like to learn about your experiences through this survey.

This will take approximately 10-12 minutes to complete and all responses are recorded anonymously. Participants can also choose to enter a draw to win one of two $250 gift cards!

Your feedback will help us better understand what attracts people to our province, what encourages them to stay, and how communities and organizations can better support newcomers.

06/02/2026

NLWIC is heading back to Baie Verte! We can't wait to reconnect with familiar faces at the Baie Verte Peninsula Mining Conference hosted by the Baie Verte Peninsula Chamber of Commerce.

This year, the NLWIC team will be sharing updates on our Employer-Led Workforce Development project and the pilot of the Talent Pipeline Management (TPM) model in the mining sector.

The team is looking forward to keeping the conversation going about the mining sector and workforce development.

06/01/2026

Did you move to Newfoundland and Labrador from another province, territory or country? We want to hear about your experience.

https://survey-bc.cna.nl.ca/a.aspx?s=894_1_dElkqzvdnd3

The Provincial Immigrant Retention Survey aims to better understand the experiences, challenges, and opportunities faced by newcomers across the province. Your feedback will help inform sustainable retention strategies and programs and services that support integrating and retaining newcomers in NL.

If you know someone who may be eligible, feel free to share this survey with them.

Participants who complete the survey can enter a draw to win one of two $250 gift cards. The draw will take place after the survey closes on June 30.

Complete the survey today and help shape stronger communities across Newfoundland and Labrador.

05/28/2026

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05/20/2026

The Welcoming Communities Project funded by the Future Skills Centre - Centre des Compétences futures has officially begun its stakeholder engagement phase in the Burin Peninsula.

The first session was held in Terrenceville, NL by Policy, Planning, and Research analysts Wole Oladapo, George Sheppard and PR Specialist Ariyana M. Gomes.

Every community carries its own experiences, perspectives and priorities, and these sessions are an opportunity for NLWIC members to listen, learn and identify key themes across the region. Over the coming weeks, the Project team will continue to engage with stakeholders and community members throughout the Burin Peninsula.

05/15/2026

Exciting news for OAWA and the Built Collective - Job Opportunities!

We're thrilled to see more apprentice opportunities with this Office to Advance Women Apprentices NL initiative. This is a great chance for female apprentices who are looking to kickstart their careers in the trades.

📌Apprentices! We are hiring! 📌
The Built Collective are beyond excited to start the next phase of hiring! We are currently looking for apprentices who are starting their career and would like to work in the renovation field.
Apprentice Electrician x2
Apprentice Carpenter x2
Apprentice Plumber x2
Apply HERE --> https://nl.womenapprentices.ca/news-events/apprentice-carpenters/

05/14/2026

NLWIC Holiday Office Closure - Victoria Day! The NLWIC office will be closed on Monday, May 18th in observance of the holiday.

05/12/2026

Congratulations to the Association for New Canadians on the launch of Welcome NL!

This initiative is a crucial step in supporting newcomers as they settle into our province. It aligns perfectly with our FSC-funded Welcoming Communities Project and the Economic Immigration Ideas Lab (EIIL) at NLWIC.

By reducing barriers and fostering a sense of belonging from day one, this enhances our local workforce and strengthens the integration and long-term retention of newcomers in our communities.

We can’t wait to see the positive impact this initiative will have!

ANC Launches WelcomeNL to Support Pre-Arrival Newcomers

The Association for New Canadians is excited to launch WelcomeNL, a new pre-arrival program helping eligible newcomers prepare for life in Newfoundland and Labrador before they arrive.

WelcomeNL provides personalized support in three key areas:
Settlement Planning: Housing, healthcare, education, and community connections guidance. Employment Readiness: Workplace readiness, job counselling, and credential support. Language Learning: Communication goals, language proficiency, and training resources.
To qualify, an applicant needs a full-time job or job offer from a Newfoundland and Labrador employer and plans to live and work here. Eligibility also extends to spouses or common-law partners of both international students and temporary residents coming to the province.

"We know the first few months in a new country can be overwhelming," said Christopher Vaughan, program coordinator. "By connecting with newcomers before they arrive, we can answer questions early, reduce stress, and help them start work and daily life with more confidence."

WelcomeNL is offered at no charge to participants and is supported by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador's Department of Jobs, Growth and Rural Development.

The program aligns with the province's ongoing efforts to attract and retain skilled newcomers to address labour market needs and support population growth in communities across Newfoundland and Labrador.

For more information and to apply, visit: https://sites.google.com/anclinc.ca/welcomenl/