CRIEC Strategies for Success
Bridging the gap for internationally trained professionals with effective tools and community connections.
Empowering Internationally Trained Professionals Through Proven Strategies
At CRIEC, our mission is to connect internationally trained professionals with strategies that lead to meaningful and sustainable career outcomes. Through mentoring, networking, and targeted workshops, we create pathways to success for professionals starting fresh in Calgary.
mentees paired with mentors
of participants report improved job readiness
employer partners engaged
Tailored Solutions for Internationally Trained Professionals
Building Bridges Between Talent and Opportunity
Mentorship (1:1 and Cohort)
A personalized approach to career development. Our flagship program pairs internationally trained professionals with experienced mentors to provide tailored guidance and insights into Calgary’s workforce.
Connector Meetings
Short, impactful sessions designed to introduce our clients to valuable professional connections and community networks.
Job Readiness Workshops
Hands-on learning sessions focusing on essential skills like resume building, marketing your skills, and navigating licensure or accreditation processes.
SmartConnections
Dynamic events that connect internationally trained professionals with Calgary employers through speed mentoring, info sessions, and networking opportunities.
Work Placements (for select programs)
Select, industry specific programs offer the opportunity to be placed with a local employer.
Built for Success, Backed by Experience
Our strategies are grounded in over a decade of experience, leveraging the expertise of mentors, employers, and community partners. With CRIEC, you gain access to a network of support and actionable guidance tailored to your professional journey.
Culturally sensitive mentoring and coaching
Access to a robust network of employers and professionals
Hands-on workshops designed for immediate impact
Stories of Success
Celebrating Leadership: Legacy Awards at THRIVE Calgary 2025
At THRIVE Calgary 2025, we not only celebrated 15 years of CRIEC but also honoured two incredible leaders whose vision and dedication have shaped our organization’s journey.
Executive Director, Nketti Johnston-Taylor, Ph.D., to join Alberta Policy on Alberta Black Advisory Council as Co-Chair.
CRIEC is proud to announce that its Executive Director, Nketti Johnston-Taylor Ph.D., has been selected as co-chair of the Government of Alberta’s new Alberta Black Advisory Council, alongside Yusuf Mohammed.
Zara Obaa Feature
For Zara Obaa, having one person give her a push to be courageous, changed her career path. Originally from Nigeria, where she graduated from Ahmadu Bello University and the Nigerian
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Discover how CRIEC’s strategies can help you achieve your career goals. Get in touch today and take the first step toward success.