HYBRID SEMINAR & HEALTHCARE JOB FAIR
2024-11-23 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Peel Career Assessment Services, 975 Meyerside Drive, Mississauga, ON, L5T 1P9, Canada
This hybrid seminar and job fair aims to support Internationally Educated Health Professionals (IEHPs) in Canada by providing essential guidance, resources, and networking opportunities to advance their careers in Canada. Designed specifically for international medical graduates (IMGs), internationally educated nurses (IENs), international pharmacy graduates (IPGs), internationally trained dentists (ITDs), and other IEHPs, the event will address licensure pathways, alternative career options, and integration resources.
Participants can attend a live-streamed seminar featuring expert speakers on key topics, as well as an in-person job fair with recruiters from Greater Toronto Area (GTA) healthcare organizations. We anticipate around 150-200 attendees, offering a robust platform for IEHPs to connect, learn, meet healthcare recruiters, and build their professional networks.

Clinical Research Certificate for IEHPs
2024-12-17 12:00 - 13:00
Expand your professional network and career opportunities by attending an information session hosted by York University’s School of Continuing Studies.
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
This session provided valuable insights into the Clinical Research Certificate program, tailored for internationally educated healthcare professionals (IEHPs) seeking to advance their careers in the field.
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Exploring Practice Readiness Assessment (PRA) - Pathways to Clinical Practice for IMGs in Canada
2025-01-24 10:30 - 12:30
About the Event
PEGASUS Institute hosted an IEHPs Group Mentorship Session designed for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) seeking pathways to licensure and clinical practice in Canada.
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Manal Badi (MBBCh, CCFP, DipDerm)
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
This session provided:

Insights into PRA eligibility, documentation requirements, and timelines, focusing on creating a physicianapply.ca account, source verification, and navigating MCC examinations.
An overview of differences in provincial PRA programs, non-examination prerequisites, and strategic approaches to success, including key Dos and Don’ts.

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INTERNATIONALLY TRAINED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS (ITHP) BRIDGING PROGRAM
2025-01-31 12:00 - 13:00
About the Event
An information session was held on the Internationally Trained Health Professionals (ITHP) Bridging Program offered by Toronto Metropolitan University – G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education. This program aimed to help internationally educated professionals gain Canadian-specific education, skills, and hands-on support to secure employment in healthcare.
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
Key Highlights:

Prepared participants for the Canadian Midwifery Registration Exam (CMRE)
Explored specialized program streams in Long-Term Care, Health Research, Data Analytics, and Health Administration
Provided access to employment supports, employer connections, and work placement opportunities

Career Opportunities:

Case Manager
Clinical Research Associate
Health Services Coordinator
Hospital Administrator
And more

Here are the program emails:

ithp@torontomu.ca Internationally Trained Professionals
iesw@torontomu.ca Internationally Educated Social Workers
mlm@torontomu.ca Project management for Mid-Level Managers with technical backgrounds
wcc@torontomu.ca Workplace Culture and Communications
jlabib@torontomu.ca
impbp@torontomu.ca International Midwifery Pre-registration Bridging Program

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LAUNCH OF THE FRANCOPHONE CHAPTER OF THE IEHP PROJECT
2025-02-06 12:00 - 13:00
PEGASUS Institute invited attendees to the launch of the Francophone chapter of the IEHP project. The purpose of this event was to present the project and to invite anyone interested in joining the network as a mentor, mentee, or supporter of internationally educated healthcare professionals (IEHPs) in their efforts to practice in Canada.
One aspect of the project was the provision of resources and opportunities for IEHPs. The event featured the participation of SÉO, who presented the CarriElles Santé project, aimed at French-speaking and bilingual newcomers who were internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs).
Sponsored by:
The Canadian Medical Foundation
Speakers:

Burcu Suer – CarriElles Santé Project Coordinator
Siham Chakrouni – CarriElles Santé Project Supervisor

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Exploring Alternative Careers in Healthcare for IEHPs
2025-03-12 12:00 - 13:00
We hosted an insightful mentorship session designed for Internationally Educated Healthcare Professionals (IEHPs). This session covered:
✔️ Alternative healthcare career options for IEHPs
✔️ Roles that support licensure and health system orientation
✔️ Career pathway guidance and professional development opportunities
✔️ An interactive Q&A session with the facilitator
Speaker: Mihai Csaki, MD (non-practising), MCATD
Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mihaicsaki/
Email: mihaicsaki1@gmail.com
Website: www.rimax.ca

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Elevate Your Communication Skills
2025-03-14 12:30 - 13:30
(FREE English Language Training for IEHPs in collaboration with Niagara College Canada)
Our Occupation-Specific Language Training (OSLT) session, tailored for Internationally Educated Health Professionals (IEHPs) in Ontario, took place successfully.
Speaker: Kate Agar – MEd, HBA (English Major), OCT, OCELT
This session covered:
✔️ Building Interpersonal Communication Skills in Healthcare

Active Listening
Building Trust and Rapport
Handling Difficult Conversations

✔️ OSLT Program Information and Eligibility

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Residency Match Pathways: Insights from IMGs Who Matched in Canada and the U.S.
2025-05-17 10:00 - 23:30
We recently hosted a live webinar featuring medical residents who successfully matched through the CaRMS (Canadian Residency Matching Service) and ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service) systems. They shared personal stories, lessons learned, and advice for fellow International Medical Graduates (IMGs).
Event DetailsDate: Saturday, May 17, 2025Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM EDTLocation: Online via Zoom
What Participants Gained:

Firsthand insight into what helped—and what didn’t—during the application process

A better understanding of the unique challenges IMGs face

Real-world tips for navigating the complexities of the Canadian and U.S. residency match systems

Topics Covered:

Crafting strong résumés and personal statements

Building a competitive application

Securing observerships and preparing for licensing exams

Strategies to improve your chances of matching in either country

Who Joined:IMGs from across Canada who are preparing to apply for residency programs and seeking guidance from those who’ve been through the process.

Support & Healthcare Workforce Integration for IEHPs in Canada
2025-06-04 10:00 - 12:00
Support & Healthcare Workforce Integration for IEHPs in Canada
Date: June 4, 2025Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM ESTLocation: Online via Zoom
In Collaboration with:

ISANS (Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia)

PCPI (Progress Career Planning Institute)

OCISO (Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization)

CREMCV (Club de recherche d’emploi Montréal Centre-Ville)

In Partnership With:The Canadian Medical Foundation
What we discussed:

Healthcare bridging programs that were accessible to IEHPs in different provinces

National language training programs that were tailored to IEHPs

Exam preparation and integration support that was provided for internationally educated nurses across Canada

Employment programs and profession-specific resources that were available

Support services and mentorship that were offered for Francophone IEHPs in Montréal

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IRMHC - PEGASUS IEHP Pre-Conference Event
2025-06-26 08:00
This special pre-conference session—part of the International Refugee and Migration Health Conference (IRMHC)—focused on supporting refugee and internationally educated healthcare professionals (IEHPs) on their path to meaningful careers in Canada.
Through collaborative dialogue and a spotlight on mentorship, the session brought together IEHPs, service providers, and sector leaders to explore integration challenges, share practical tools, and discuss solutions for equitable healthcare workforce access.
Date: June 26, 2025Time: 8:00 AM EDT | 9:00 AM ADTLocation: Immigrant Services Association Of Nova Scotia (ISANS): Mumford Professional Building, 6960 Mumford Rd Suite 2120, Halifax, NS B3L 4P1
Hybrid: In-person & Zoom
Hosted by Pegasus InstituteIn partnership with ISANS & the Canadian Medical Foundation (CMF)
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The Annual IEHPs Summit 2025
2025-11-22 09:30 - 13:00
The Annual IEHPs Summit 2025, hosted by Pegasus Institute, is a national program designed to support internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs) as they transition into the Canadian healthcare workforce. Centered on the theme “Bridging Borders: IEHPs into Practice,” the summit emphasizes workforce integration through licensure, mentorship, and sector collaboration, bringing together IEHPs, employers, and community partners.
Key highlights include profession-specific guidance on navigating Canadian licensure pathways, direct connections with employers and community partners, workforce integration programs that support entry into healthcare roles, mentorship, observership, and shadowing opportunities, as well as bilingual and inclusive engagement across both Anglophone and Francophone streams.
📅 Saturday, November 22, 2025🕘 9:30 am – 1:00 pm EST📍 YMCA of Greater Toronto, 20 Grosvenor St, Toronto, ON, M4Y 2V5
