Strengthening Communication Skills for Success in Canada

Effective communication is about more than speaking a language, it involves understanding workplace expectations, building professional relationships, expressing ideas with confidence, navigating cultural differences, and communicating effectively in a variety of professional and social situations. Whether you are preparing to enter the workforce, advancing your career, or building confidence in your professional interactions, Communication Beyond Language offers a variety of learning opportunities to support your goals. This initiative is designed to help newcomers, immigrants, and refugees strengthen the communication skills needed to succeed in the Canadian workplace and community.

Facilitated Communication Skills Cohorts

Several times throughout the year, World Skills offers instructor-led communication skills cohorts focused on areas that are essential for workplace success.

Topics may include:

• Oral communication and professional speaking skills
• Workplace writing and written communication
• Professional communication strategies
• Workplace culture and expectations
• Interpersonal and collaborative communication

These interactive cohorts provide participants with opportunities to learn, practise, receive feedback, and apply new skills in a supportive learning environment.
New cohorts are expected to begin in September, with additional sessions offered throughout the year. Details about upcoming cohorts will be posted as they become available.

Conversation Circles

Our Conversation Circles provide a welcoming and supportive space for participants to practise spoken English, share experiences, and engage in meaningful discussions with other newcomers.
Facilitated by an experienced ESL instructor, these sessions help participants:

• Build confidence speaking English
• Improve listening and conversation skills
• Explore Canadian workplace culture and current topics
• Strengthen critical thinking and communication abilities
• Connect with others in the community

Conversation Circles are designed for participants with intermediate to advanced English language skills who are looking for regular opportunities to practise and grow their communication skills.

Self-Guided Learning Workshops

For individuals who prefer flexible learning options, Communication Beyond Language also includes a series of self-paced online workshops that can be completed independently.
These workshops explore topics such as:

• Building Confidence for Life’s Situations
• Cross-Cultural Communication
• Intercultural Communication in Canadian Workplaces
• Working in Teams
• Conflict Resolution
• Leadership

Participants can learn at their own pace through videos, readings, case studies, and interactive activities designed to strengthen communication skills relevant to living and working in Canada.

Who Can Participate?
Communication Beyond Language is available to World Skills clients who have intermediate to advanced English language skills and are seeking to strengthen their communication abilities for employment, career advancement, and successful integration into Canadian society.

Stay Connected
Contact World Skills Employment Centre to learn more about upcoming cohorts, Conversation Circles, and self-guided learning opportunities.