Building Your Career in Ontario: Pathways for Internationally Trained Professionals
Thu, Aug 28
|Online via Zoom
In this session, Smriti Upadhyay, Client and Business Services Advisor with the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, will share practical steps and resources to help you continue your career in Ontario, Canada.


Time & Location
Aug 28, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. EDT
Online via Zoom
About the Event
Are you an internationally trained professional looking to continue your career in Ontario? Join us for an informative session with Smriti Upadhyay, Client and Business Services Advisor with the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.
What you’ll learn:
Steps to navigate regulated professions in Ontario
Licensing and registration processes across multiple professions
How to explore labour market information in Ontario
Supports available for internationally trained individuals: mentoring, internships, language training, alternative careers, and financial assistance
About the Speaker
Smriti Upadhyay immigrated to Canada in 2004 and has built a career serving communities through government and international projects. With a Master’s degree in Public Policy, Constitutional and Administrative Law from York University, she brings both knowledge and lived experience to guide newcomers in their career journey. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking and being a proud mom to her teenage daughter.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights for your career journey in Canada!
Zoom link to event will only be sent to confirmed participants.
For any questions, reach out to our settlement counsellor, Kristan Francis:
Email address: kfrancis@kababayan.org
Contact Number: 437-999-6112
