Employability and Immigration

Employability
and Immigration

Workshops

Clients of CDEM can follow a variety of our different workshops given either by CDEM employability specialists or other trainers. The workshops prepare our clients to undertake a successful job search and find one that matches their skills.

Preparation for your Job Search

Learn how to write a strong resume and a cover letter that will make you stand out. CDEM’s employment counsellors also teach interview techniques and help you throughout your job search.

Certification

Depending on the job you are looking for, we offer free workshops that allow you to obtain first aid and food handling certificates, as well as a certificate for the sale of alcohol in Manitoba (Smart Choices). We also offer the certification needed to work in construction, and training regarding the Hazardous Products Act and regulations.

Canadian Work Culture

This workshop is for newcomers to Canada who want to know more about the Canadian work ethic and the work culture in order to integrate the workforce as smoothly as possible.

How to Immigrate to Manitoba

How to Immigrate to Manitoba is intended for people who are interested in learning more about francophone immigration to Manitoba. This workshop provides more information on the procedures for moving to the province.

Latest News:
August 25 2025
External Job Offers
July 16 2025
CDEM helps prepare young Djiboutians for the Manitoba job market
July 15 2025
Visit of the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
March 19 2025
The Espace Emploi speed-jobbing job fair on March 14, 2025, a successful edition!
March 10 2025
A look back at Destination Canada in Paris and Douala
March 5 2025
CDEM receives more than $3.6 million from the Enabling Fund for Official Language Minority Communities (EF-OLMC)
Team:
Salimata Soro
Employability and Economic Immigration Director
Christian Kamanga
Employment and Immigration Counselor - navigator
Stevens Niamien
Manager of Employment and Economic Immigration
Aziz Mbaye
Employment and Immigration Counselor
Fatoumata Cissé Maiga
Immigration and Employment Counselor
Bob Yala
Coordinator and Employment and Immigration Counselor