The Nasipitnons in Edmonton Association aims to develop and implement a mentorship program for
newcomers in Alberta. – To assist newcomers to integrate into the Canadian labour market..The
Nasipitnons in Edmonton Association’s mission is to bridge the gap of newcomers and the different
services provided by the Government of Alberta and to connect newcomers to employers and
communities. The officers of the association are all immigrants, and fully understand and
experienced for themselves the challenges, hardships and barriers faced by immigrants in integrating
in the community. In most cases, based on experiences, they don’t know where to go, whom to
approach/connect and what to do even if at this digital age. One cannot assume that all newcomers
are technology literate.. With the association’s members’ expertise, they will connect the
beneficiaries of the program to the available services in the following fields: labour and
employment, financial orientation and education relating to employment. With the implementation
of the project, we plan to lease an office for the whole duration of the project, hire support for
coordinator and administrative operations providing opportunities to Albertans. Our primary focus
is to help newcomers in Alberta. To guide, acquire, correct, update information and connections in
finding a job related to their field or chosen occupation. The association also supports employers
and communities by providing mentorship. We support their workforce needs and assist with labour
attraction and retention efforts.