Global Advantage Business Awards Nomination Form: Immigrant Inclusion in the Workplace

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The ability to find work or start a successful company is a crucial part in determining the settlement success of immigrants who come to Guelph and Wellington. Local businesses that hire people with international skills, experience, and training are demonstrating leadership in business strategy and community building.

The Global Advantage Business Awards (GABA) celebrates the innovation and leadership of businesses that are demonstrating innovation in hiring and retaining immigrant employees, and immigrant entrepreneurs in Guelph and Wellington County.

Immigrant Inclusion in the Workplace Award Criteria
Nominee businesses in this category must:

Use innovative, inclusive approaches to advertise jobs, interview candidates, and orient new hires.
Have developed or implemented policies and practices that promote inclusion and support cultural and religious diversity in the workplace.
Recognize diversity and international experience and training as an asset and competitive advantage for the business.

Winners will be notified in February 2017

All nominees will be invited to the GABA Awards Breakfast in March 2017

About the Guelph-Wellington Local Immigration Partnership
The Guelph-Wellington Local Immigration Partnership (GWLIP) is a large coalition of individuals and organizations addressing the social and economic challenges that immigrants face. Our goal is to make Guelph & Wellington County truly welcoming communities for immigrants. We envision a caring, equitable community where everyone thrives.

Questions?

Contact: Ella Henderson: ella.henderson@guelph.ca, 519-822-1260 ext, 2634