Category: Course materials

2019 This resource is designed to support newcomers in the food processing industry with information to help with workplace attachment. AWES developed this material based on industry orientation training and an extensive needs assessment. AWES offers training on the use of the materials. Contact us for …

2018 This resource was developed as part of a project which introduced employment counsellors to the essential skills framework. During the research phase we learned that many English language learners don’t have time for or access to face to face training.  This was created as …

2017 These resources are written at different language levels and are built to develop language competence, intercultural communication skills, and workplace essential skills by incorporating authentic workplace documents and tasks. AWES offers training on the use of the materials and an accompanying facilitator guide.  Contact …

2016 This course helps ESL employees gain project management skills through a focus on language, intercultural and Workplace Essentials Skills. The course consists of four online learning modules and four full-day workshops. Participants will explore project management concepts that can be applied to any job …

2015 The purpose of the materials is to develop organizational capacity in the disability services sector, through training and Workplace Essential Skills (WES) development, to increase the engagement and effectiveness of a diverse workforce. Target Audience: Employees within the Disability Service Sector Train the Trainer …

2015 The English for Workplace Safety materials were designed to increase the understanding of Canadian standards.  There are four-modules to support English language learners in building a strong foundation in workplace safety and to bridge them into conventional safety training for their current and future …

2015 Bridge to Leadership is a four module course that was developed using a blended learning model.   The four modules are a combination of content knowledge opportunity, language development and intercultural competence building. Target audience: Immigrant workers who are moving into supervisory positions. Bridge …

2014 This set of resources helps supervisors and trainers learn to give effective safety talks. The resources can be used in a workshop setting or for self-study. The Safety Posters have a large visual on the front to explain the safety point and teaching tips …

2013 The resources explain common challenges newcomers experience as they integrate into Canadian workplaces. They provide practical advice, learning exercises and activities to support and accelerate workplace integration. Target audience: Newcomer professionals and their managers and mentors. A Guide for Managers and Mentors | Desk …

2013 This resource provides strategies to help newcomers take the CSTS-09 course. It is designed for non-native speakers of English, as well as those with literacy and essential skills challenges in reading and computer use. Target Audience: ESL or low literacy learners required to take …

2012 This handbook and the accompanying workbook will give immigrants a better understanding of an employer’s expectations for them. It also gives practical ways to achieve those expectations. This learning will support language, intercultural and other integration-related needs. Target audience: Recent immigrants to Canada who …

2012 This set of resources gives Canadian-born employees practical tips on how to work more effectively with recent newcomers to Canada. They can be used in a workshop setting or for self-directed study. Target Audience: Canadian employees working with immigrant workers. Facilitator Guide | Participant …