Skills for Change

📘 Financial Accounting — Master the Language of Business

Take your accounting knowledge to the next level with this practical course designed for aspiring bookkeepers, accounting professionals, and anyone looking to strengthen their financial skills.

✨ You'll learn to:
✔ Prepare and analyze financial statements
✔ Understand cash flow and working capital
✔ Manage accounts receivable and payable
✔ Perform bank reconciliations
✔ Apply depreciation methods and inventory costing
✔ Calculate key financial ratios for business decision-making

👩‍🏫 Learn from CPA, CA Sumaiya Najarali, an experienced accounting, finance, and taxation professional.

🎓 Certificate issued by Skills for Change — recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities
💰 Tax letters available

🚀 Build the confidence to understand, analyze, and communicate financial information in today's workplace.

🔗 Register here: https://ow.ly/nBBv50Z8YE6

We’re excited to welcome Froozan Danish as a volunteer mentor with Skills for Change’s Mentoring for Pre-Arrival Program. 🌟

With experience in teaching, research, academic leadership, networking, and mentoring, Froozan is passionate about empowering individuals and supporting their personal and professional growth. Her work has focused on strengthening learning, engagement, and educational opportunities across diverse communities.

We’re proud to have Froozan as part of our mentor community and look forward to the impact she will make in supporting newcomer professionals on their journey to Canada.

📊 Data Analytics on Microsoft Excel

Turn data into actionable insights with one of the world's most powerful business tools. In this hands-on course, you'll learn how to clean, analyze, visualize, and interpret data using advanced Excel features and real-world datasets.

✨ You'll learn to:
✔ Use Power Query for data cleaning and transformation
✔ Analyze data with Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts
✔ Create impactful visualizations and dashboards
✔ Apply regression, forecasting, and statistical analysis
✔ Uncover trends and make data-driven decisions

👨‍🏫 Learn from Waldo Beauséjour, a senior data analyst with 10+ years of experience across government, healthcare, research, and the private sector.

🎓 Certificate issued by Skills for Change — recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities
💰 Tax receipts available

🚀 Build practical, in-demand data skills and take the next step in your career.

🔗 Register here: https://ow.ly/lC0b50Z7Lse

We’re proud to partner with Accenture through Skills for Change’s Mentoring for Pre-Arrival Program, connecting internationally trained professionals with experienced mentors before they arrive in Canada.

Through mentorship, industry insights, and meaningful connections, this collaboration helps newcomer professionals build confidence, better understand the Canadian workplace, and prepare for career success.

A sincere thank you to the Accenture employees who have volunteered their time and expertise to support the next generation of talent. Together, we’re helping newcomers arrive ready. 🌟

AI is already shaping how we learn, work, and communicate—and you deserve the skills to navigate it with confidence.

Our AI Upskilling program is a free 2-week online learning experience that helps you understand AI in a practical, beginner-friendly way. You’ll learn how to use AI tools to save time, generate ideas, solve problems, and communicate more effectively—while keeping responsible and ethical use at the centre.

Whether you’re building your career in Canada, exploring new opportunities, or upgrading your skills for today’s workplace, this program is designed to meet you where you are and help you move forward.

✅ Join the AI Upskilling Program waitlist: https://ow.ly/JEMu50Ym31p

The green economy is growing. Are you ready to be part of it?

The Youth Climate Workforce Ambassador Program offers Toronto youth a paid opportunity to gain hands-on experience in climate action, community engagement, and green career pathways.

Through workshops, site visits, community events, and real-world projects, participants will build valuable skills, connect with industry professionals, and contribute to conversations about the future of climate leadership in Toronto.

✅ Paid opportunity – $25/hour
✅ Open to youth ages 16–29 living in Toronto

📅 Program Dates: July 7 – August 13, 2026
🕙 Schedule: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 In-Person (Toronto-based activities and events)

📅 Registration closes June 15.

Apply today: https://ow.ly/HXFK50Z9A61

💻 Introduction to Microsoft Office Certification

Build confidence with the world’s most widely used productivity tools. This hands-on beginner-friendly course introduces you to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook while helping you improve your digital skills for work, school, or everyday life.

✨ Why learn Microsoft 365?
✔ Improve employability with in-demand workplace skills
✔ Work smarter with productivity tips and shortcuts
✔ Access and collaborate on files from anywhere
✔ Gain confidence using tools trusted worldwide

👩‍🏫 Led by Microsoft Certified instructor Zaimin Karmali
🎓 Certificate issued by Skills for Change — recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities
💰 Tax letters available

🚀 Perfect for beginners, jobseekers, and anyone looking to refresh their Microsoft Office skills.

🔗 Register here: https://ow.ly/verf50Z77Vm

First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples are distinct Indigenous Peoples with diverse cultures, traditions, languages, and histories.

As an organization committed to building welcoming and equitable communities, Skills for Change recognizes the importance of learning from and celebrating the diverse Indigenous communities that continue to shape Canada.

This National Indigenous History Month, we invite our community to take time to learn, reflect, and deepen their understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures, and contributions.

The Skills for Change Networking and Mentoring Event with BMO on May 28 at First Canadian Place has quietly become one of our most loved events, largely because of how it’s designed. Smaller groups, real conversations, speed mentoring, and space for genuine connection. It doesn’t feel transactional, it feels human.

We began with a meaningful land acknowledgement by Raveena Ramsamy, followed by opening remarks from Paul Noble (General Counsel, Legal and Regulatory Compliance, BMO) and Sampada Kukade (Interim Co-CEO, Skills for Change). They spoke about the journeys behind their organizations, and the role mentorship has played.

From there, the focus shifted to practical insights. Allison Davey (Senior Recruitment Partner, Corporate Areas, BMO) shared honest perspectives on recruitment, what helps you stand out, and how to navigate today’s fast-moving job market. One thing was clear throughout: even as things change, human connection still matters most.

The panel discussion, moderated by Sampada and featuring Allison Davey, Ritu Gupta, Peter Pallanca, and Anisha Hassen was a true highlight. Panelists shared their journeys openly, without filters or fluff - just the challenges, setbacks, and moments that shaped them. Stories of reassurance that it isn’t about polished success stories or perfect paths, resonated deeply across the room.

We wrapped with speed networking, where smaller groups led to more meaningful, in-depth conversations. Attendees connected directly with BMO professionals, asked candid questions, and left with guidance they could put into action.

Many participants shared how much they valued the format. The time to really connect, ask questions, and learn from mentors who were patient, open, and generous with their insights.

A sincere thank you to BMO for their continued partnership, and to the mentors who showed up so thoughtfully and fully. And to everyone who attended. Your engagement is what made this experience what it was.

This is what a strong support system looks like and why it matters!