CIREL (Ready for Tomorrow) is an innovative bilingual program created by UCBH (Community Unity for Holistic Well-being) in London, Ontario.
The project aims to help newcomers and vulnerable individuals build employment resilience, confidence, and long-term inclusion in the workforce.
CIREL ((Centre d’Innovation et de Résilience pour l’Emploi Local / Centre for Innovation and Resilience in Employment and Local Integration) offers a three-phase pathway:
- Prepare: holistic assessment, stabilization of basic needs, and adaptation to Canadian workplace culture;
- Experiment : supervised internships in local companies to gain real Canadian experience;
- Anchor: personalized post-employment follow-up to prevent job loss and promote well-being at work.
The program bridges people, employers, and communities, ensuring that inclusion is not just about finding a job it’s about keeping it and thriving.
Offered in English and French, CIREL directly supports The Commonwell’s L.E.A.F. priorities of learning, resiliency, and community growth.
In London and Middlesex, many newcomers face isolation, underemployment, and early job loss despite their qualifications and motivation. The lack of post-employment support and cultural adaptation services often leads to discouragement and instability.
CIREL – Ready for Tomorrow addresses this urgent need by creating a bridge between individuals and the local workforce. It helps newcomers not only find jobs, but also maintain them, build confidence, and feel truly included.
For our community, this project means fewer people falling through the cracks, stronger connections between employers and employees, and a more resilient and inclusive local economy where everyone can contribute their skills and experience.
À London et dans le comté de Middlesex, de nombreux nouveaux arrivants font face à l’isolement, au sous-emploi et à la perte rapide d’emploi malgré leurs compétences et leur volonté d’intégration. L’absence de soutien après l’embauche et d’adaptation culturelle entraîne souvent découragement et précarité.
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Un bon projet a enfin vu le jour. Merci pour tout !
Enfin un vrai projet , merci pour l’initiative
The job market has been quite challenging lately, especially for young people and recent graduates. As for me, I’m also looking for a job and remain open to any
Ce projet est une initiative inspirante qui répond à des besoins réels des nouveaux arrivants. C’est un modèle d’intégration humaine et efficace.
Bravo!
Merci pour cette belle et nouvelle initiative qui est une valeur ajouté pour l’intégration.