RBC Royal Bank’s Commitment to Supporting Newcomers to Canada
Source: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
Recognizing RBC’s Impact on Newcomers
On March 6, 2019, in Toronto, ON, the Canadian Government honored RBC Royal Bank for its exceptional efforts in aiding newcomers to Canada. The bank has been instrumental in hiring new immigrants, offering guidance on the local job market, and supporting their career advancement.
Employer Awards for Newcomer Employment
Celebrating RBC’s Achievements
RBC Royal Bank emerged as one of the three winners of the 2019 Employer Awards for Newcomer Employment. This recognition highlights the bank’s outstanding contribution to helping newcomers secure and excel in employment roles.
RBC Ventures introduced “Arrive,” a user-friendly platform aimed at empowering newcomers in Canada. This initiative connects them with a supportive network, facilitating introductions for meaningful professional relationships, and providing access to expert resources for swift employment in suitable fields.
Every year, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, alongside Hire Immigrants Ottawa, acknowledges businesses that innovate in integrating newcomers into Canada’s labor market. This year’s winners, comprising small, medium, and large employers, are recognized for eliminating barriers to employment and enhancing newcomers’ settlement experiences.
These awards were presented at the 2019 Employer Council of Champions Summit and Awards by Hire Immigrants Ottawa. The summit fosters dialogue among business, government, and civic leaders on effectively integrating immigrants and refugees into the workforce while celebrating employer excellence.
Notable Quotes
“I am impressed by RBC Royal Bank’s initiative to ensure that newcomer employees feel welcome and supported in their Canadian journey. Through a partnership with TRIEC Learning, 3,200 RBC employees have completed e-learning modules to develop skills like cross-cultural communication, which is vital for a newcomer’s integration.” – The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship
“Diversity and Inclusion is more than a core value at RBC. It is a strength that supports our communities across Canada. We are honored to receive the Employer Award for Newcomer Employment and thank the Toronto Regional Immigrant Employment Council for the nomination.” – Kirk Dudtschak, Executive Vice President, Personal & Commercial Banking, Royal Bank of Canada
Key Highlights
- Since 2015, the IRCC has acknowledged private businesses that facilitate the labor market integration of newcomers in Canada through these awards.
- Winners are selected based on nominations from settlement service providers, with RBC nominated by the Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC).
- RBC, as a large employer, has engaged 214 newcomer mentees through their partnership with TRIEC Mentoring Partnership, including 37 hires this fiscal year.
Related Resources
Media Contacts
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Mathieu Genest
Minister’s Office
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
613-954-1064
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Communications Branch
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
613-952-1650
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FAQ
What is RBC’s Arrive platform?
Arrive is a free platform by RBC Ventures, designed to connect newcomers with peers, help build professional networks, and provide resources for quicker employment.
How does RBC support newcomer employees?
RBC hires newcomers, offers job market guidance, and assists in career advancement, ensuring a supportive work environment for new immigrants.
Who nominates businesses for the Employer Awards?
Nominations for the Employer Awards are made by settlement service provider organizations. RBC was nominated by the Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council.
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