Ignite Connector Program
The Connector Program is a Canada-wide program, active in over 30 communities across the country. Ignite is proud to bring the Connector Program to our region.
Ignite Connector Program is an intentional networking initiative for internationally educated professionals and recent graduates. It offers to match them with established leaders who work in the same field to help newcomers, international and local graduates integrate into the local job market by expanding their professional networks quickly and creating ties to the communities across our region.
How does the Connector Program work?
The Ignite Connector Program matches internationally educated professionals and recent graduates (Connectees) with successful local professionals (Connectors). They are matched based on industry experience, professional backgrounds, or the Connectee’s interest in a specific sector. Connectors are asked to refer the Connectee to three people in their network.
The National Connector Program is based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the birthplace of the initial Connector Program. This program provides communities with a turn-key solution that increases talent retention through the process of networking. Currently based in 35 communities and growing, the National Connector Program is a successful model to help retain talent, engage employers, and create a more welcoming community.
For more information, check out this video from the Halifax Partnership.
Do you want to help our industry thrive and attract talented individuals to your organization or sector?
Would you like to help someone make their start in your industry and open doors for them?
The Ignite Connector Program helps you connect with new talents on a deeper, more meaningful level, while also using our expertise and network to help them learn about the industry and everything it has to offer.
Benefits of being a Connector:
Be seen as a professional who values and supports international talents.
Bring value to your network by connecting people who could benefit from knowing each other.
Increase awareness about your organization and industry.
Gain a sense of achievement in helping newcomers and recent graduates succeed.
Gain access to successful professionals with well-established networks in Fredericton to expand your professional network.
Understand your sector, field of interest, and the local job market better.
Establish connections to help you develop your career.
