Applications are closed.

Applications for November 2025 are now closed as we reached maximum capacity. Please fill out this form if you would like to receive future updates regarding the program or individual supports. 

YWCA St. John’s provides confidential employment supports to immigrant women and gender-diverse newcomers to Canada over the age of 18, who are based in Newfoundland and Labrador.

The Connextions Employment Program is a 17-week employment program, beginning in November 2025.

The 17-week program includes:

  • 7 week training (in-person, Nov 3-Dec 18)

  • 10 week work placement (beginning in Winter 2026)

Program Eligibility:

  • Immigrant women/gender-diverse people

    • any citizenship status (temporary residents/open work permits are welcome)

  • Over the age of 18

  • Not in school

  • Unemployed or underemployed (working less than 20 hours per week)

  • Available for in-person training at YWCA St. John’s Offices

    • Monday-Thursday (9:30-3:30 PM)

  • Able to begin work in Winter 2026, 30 hours per week

Join our contact list

Questions? Please contact:

Jennifer Rose
jennifer@ywcastjohns.com
709-689-0164

Nadia Duman
nadia@ywcastjohns.com
709-691-7112

The YWCA St. John’s Connextions Program is funded by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, from the Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism.