Projects
Indigenous WIL Resource Hub
Through funding provided by the BC Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training, and in partnership with the BC WIL Council and six post-secondary institutions around British Columbia, the University of Victoria led this provincial initiative to develop resources to support Indigenous student access, retention, and success in WIL programs. Read More »
Toolkit and Training Plan Template to Support Co-op Supervisors in Trades
With the majority of trades co-op employers being small businesses, this accessible toolkit and training plan template provides best practices for successful outcomes for both students and employers. Read More »
Employer Toolkit for Hiring Students from International Pathways
Students from International Pathways bring diverse and global perspectives to the workplace that can lead to an increase in revenue, innovation, and productivity. This project includes a curated package of resources to help you discover how to access this untapped talent pool to fill work-integrated learning (WIL) opportunities in your organization. Read More »
Resource Packs
Talent Forward
Resources on hiring a WIL student and getting started with student talent. These resources are developed by Talent Forward, a BC Chamber of Commerce program. Read More »
Tipsheets for employers and workplaces
Handy tipsheets for employers and workplaces who are working with work-integrated learning (WIL) students. Learn more about WIL and the benefits of working with students, tips for recruiting remotely and managing students remotely, and more. Read More »
COVID-19 Resources for Employers
In response to the pandemic, ACE-WIL collaborated with post-secondary institutions across BC and the Yukon to help workplaces navigate the recruitment, onboarding, placement, management and evaluation of work-integrated learning students, and to advise on funding and wage subsidies in order for workplaces to achieve their goals and provide opportunities for students. Read More »
Resources
Providing an accessible interview process
The traditional interview process can be a challenge for students and alumni who are neurodivergent. Making your application process accessible will help you connect to a wider pool of talented applicants AND strengthen your organization’s equity, diversity and inclusion efforts. License and Distribution: University of Victoria Tags: EDI, employers, Hiring…
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Interview support for neurodivergent students
If you’re neurodivergent, you might find traditional interviews confusing, since they’re often based on unspoken, neurotypical expectations. We’ve put together some tips to make the interview process more inclusive. Since neurodivergence varies, not all these tips may fit your personal situation. You can also let your potential employer know of these…
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Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) – Empowering Futures
Electricity Human Resources Canada’s (EHRC) Empowering Futures Program is Canada’s student work placement initiative for the electricity industry, providing financial incentives of up to $7,000 to employers who create new Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities. Topics: Engaging with Employers License and Distribution: License and Distribution: Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) Tags:…
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