Introducing the Business Immigrant Mentorship Program
A Government of New Brunswick initiative in partnership with Enterprise Saint John The Business Immigrant Mentorship Program offers immigrant entrepreneurs in the Saint John Community the opportunity to meet with, learn from, and engage in dialogue with established local business people. The program is made possible by the support and funding of the Government of New Brunswick’s Population Growth Secretariat. Additional community partners include the Saint John Board of Trade, the Saint John Multicultural and Newcomers Resource Centre, and the Saint John YMCA Settlement Services. The program follows the principles of a mentor-mentee relationship. An experienced member of the local business/professional community (mentor) will be matched with an immigrant entrepreneur (mentee). Enterprise Saint John’s mission is to create the environment for prosperity in the Saint John Community by inspiring and supporting people, ideas and investment. The Immigrant Mentorship program is an excellent example of how we are inspiring and supporting people to fulfill that mission. Program Highlights - One-on-one mentoring
- Some group and networking activities
- Orientation and training
Everyone Benefits - For Mentees: Newcomers will have the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of the processes involved with setting up a business, establishing a professional network, and integrating into the local business community.
- For Mentors: Mentors will have the opportunity to gain professional insight and knowledge of business and cultural practices in other parts of the world from the mentees with whom they are matched.
In the News
08.13.2010 Provincial program links business mentors... Find out more about the Business Immigrant Mentorship Program: Program Guidelines
Explains about time commitments, orientation and training, and other program details. How the Program Works
Explains everything from recruitment, selection, launch, orientation and training, to program completion, evaluation and recognition. Mentor Guidelines
Understand your role as a mentor and code of conduct. Mentee Role and Responsibilities
Understand your role and responsibilities as a mentee. Advisory Committee Members
This program is made possible by the assistance of our dedicated advisors. Apply Today! Please contact us for if you need additional information. We look forward to hearing from prospective mentors and mentees. Enrollment for the program is open now. Selection and matching will begin in June 2010. Mentee Application Form
Mentor Application Form |
Contact Information - Anita Punamiya, Program Coordinator 506-693-0032
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