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  • Who are we? | SÉO

    Mission Leader of the economic and sustainable prosperity of Ontario's Francophone and bilingual communities. ​ Vision SÉO propels Ontario's francophone and bilingual economic space to new heights by advancing leading-edge solutions in entrepreneurship, employer support, newcomer integration and community economic strengthening. ​ Values Inclusion : Respect and ensure the successful inclusion of culturally diverse talent in Ontario's civil society and Francophone community. Collaboration : Take a federative and strategic approach in its alliances to position Ontario's Francophone and bilingual economic vitality at the local, regional, provincial, national and international levels. Excellence : Make optimal use of the resources and means at our disposal to achieve the desired results. Empathy: Understanding and perceiving customer needs, enabling us to be a permanent contributor of solutions and opportunities. Transparency : Ensuring compliance with the highest standards of sound governance practices, demonstrating integrity and ethics to consolidate our credibility. Who are we? The SÉO was founded over 20 years ago under the name RDÉE Ontario. Today, this organization is one of the key players in the economic development of Ontario's Francophone and bilingual ecosystem to which it contributes by promoting the emergence of new businesses and supporting the growth of existing businesses, by assisting Francophone and bilingual newcomers in their quest for quality jobs, by supporting employers in their recruitment efforts, and by contributing to the economic strengthening of communities through a series of initiatives and programs. The SÉO has approximately 40 employees throughout the province. The organization is part of RDÉE Canada , a national network.

  • Home | SÉO

    Over the years, thanks to the SÉO, I've benefitted from many resources, knowledge and training activities. My development officer has been extremely supportive, providing me with tools, business plan support, contacts and invaluable references. I was also able to take part in several networking events. These enabled me to meet other women entrepreneurs and to get in touch with people from different cultural backgrounds to exchange ideas. This has contributed to the growth of my business. ​ Michelle Savoie The 2nd edition of the Claude-Mayer Commemorative Golf Tournament was held on May 31, 2024. For more information Tournoi de golf commémoratif Claude-Mayer Join us at the first edition of the SÉO golf tournament on September 22 in Chelmsford, Ontario. Don't miss this opportunity to network and have fun with players from various sectors in Ontario. For more details Are you involved in a community project? The SÉO offers a variety of services and programs to help communities strengthen their economic base. For more details Looking for a job? You have recently settled in Ontario and are now in the process of finding a job. We can help you out. For more details Looking for employees? Do you have vacancies in your company or organization? The SÉO's employability advisors can help. For more details Hoping to launch your own business? The SÉO staff can guide and support you in your quest for success For more details The first edition of the Forum des entrepreneurs will be held in Ottawa on Saturday, January 27, 2024. Register to the forum WHO ARE WE? The SÉO was founded over 20 years ago under the name RDÉE Ontario. Today, this organization is one of the key players in the economic development of Ontario's Francophone and bilingual ecosystem to which it contributes by promoting the emergence of new businesses and supporting the growth of existing businesses, by assisting Francophone and bilingual newcomers in their quest for quality jobs, by supporting employers in their recruitment efforts, and by contributing to the economic strengthening of communities through a series of initiatives and programs. The SÉO has approximately 40 employees throughout the province. The organization is part of RDÉE Canada , a national network. For more information EVENTS Consult our events calendar (in French only) Assistance for entrepreneurs and future entrepreneurs Employment assistance for newcomers Recruitment support for employers Community building and linguistic services The first edition of the Forum des entrepreneurs will be held in Ottawa on Saturday, January 27, 2024. Register to the forum

  • Équipe Raissa Girimana | Société Économique de l’Ontario (SÉO)

    Conseillère en employabilité (Ottawa) ​ 613-590-2493, poste 106 rgirimana@seo-ont.ca Raissa Girimana

  • Recruitment support for employers | SÉO

    SERVICES Assistance for entrepreneurs Employment assistance for newcomers Recruitment support for employers Community building and linguistics services Recruitment support for employers Do you have positions to fill in your company or organization? The employability experts at SÉO can help you with your human resources requireme. ​ We offer a wide range of services and programs to support your recruitment efforts, help you plan your workforce needs, and more. See the tabs below for more details. You can also download our one-pager (in French only) Recruitment support In this era of labor shortages, recruiting staff is not always easy. Fortunately, the SÉO can help. ​ One of our mandates is to help Francophone and bilingual newcomers find employment in Ontario. We help them prepare, we support them in their search and, above all, we refer them to you, the employers. Thanks to our networks and contacts, our team members can help you find the people you need. ​ Fill our form Workforce planning We recognize that it can sometimes be difficult to forecast your workforce needs. Human resources planning is a delicate and sometimes difficult exercise, particularly in this era of labour shortages, a phenomenon that requires you to plan ahead, especially if you have to rely on immigration to attract talent. ​ Thanks to its expertise, vast network of contacts and knowledge of available programs and resources, the SÉO employability team can help you prepare by accompanying you in your workforce planning. ​ Fill our form Job offers To help you in your quest for quality Francophone or bilingual employees, we can post your job offers on our website. ​ Send us an email Workshops and training One of SÉO's mandates is to offer training to its customers. Each year, we offer more than a thousand workshops, webinars and other activities designed to help them perfect their knowledge and acquire background information. One of our training courses is aimed primarily at human resources professionals. It includes a series of workshops designed to raise employers' awareness of hiring and retaining candidates from diverse backgrounds. Topics covered include the integration of immigrants into their new work environment in Ontario, as well as cultural competency. Check our events calendar (In French) Networking sessions with job seekers In addition to workshops and webinars, the SÉO employability team and the ProAction program offer employers the opportunity to organize virtual, face-to-face or hybrid networking sessions for job seekers. During these dedicated meetings, you are invited to present your organization, its products and services, and the jobs you offer. OC Transpo, Canada Post, Conseil des écoles publiques de l'est de l'Ontario, Fast Forward French, Desjardins, Groupe Médias TFO, Décathlon Canada, Deloitte, Hôpital Montfort, Conseil scolaire catholique Mon Avenir, Dymon Wine Cellar... these are just a few of the companies and organizations operating in Ontario that have had the opportunity to introduce themselves to newcomers seeking employment over the past year. These events are a great way for both parties to learn more about each other. And as an employer, it's an opportunity to present yourself, your products and services, your job opportunities and the skills you're looking for. ​ Send us an email Meeting with employers Every year, members of our employability team meet with employers across Ontario to introduce themselves, acquaint them with our services and explain what we can do as an organization to help them. Please invite us. We’ll gladly meet you wherever you may be in Ontario to introduce ourselves and explain all the benefits we offer. Occasionally, representatives from the Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada will accompany us to provide you with information about hiring foreign-trained candidates. ​ Fill our form Job fairs and related events Like us, you probably use traditional means to advertise the jobs available in your organization. But promoting our job offers through the usual channels isn't always enough. At a time when we depend in part on economic immigration to fill the void left by, among other things, the retirement of baby boomers, we sometimes need to find other ways of publicizing the positions we're looking to fill. Fortunately, SÉO can help. Every year, the SÉO organizes or participates in various activities designed to bring job seekers and employers together. These include the RDÉE Canada network's Salon virtuel de l'emploi, the Salon virtuel du recrutement and the Foire de l'emploi francophone du Grand Sudbury. The SÉO also participates in a number of international events to meet potential candidates and present job offers from local employers. These events include Destination Canada, the Salon Afrique Canada Immigration et Investissement, and others. Keep an eye on this section for updates on the recruiting activities in which we participate, as well as registration links. ProAction program The ProAction program is available to Ontario employers who want to offer highly qualified individuals their first Canadian work experience in the areas of health and cybersecurity. It is also aimed at bilingual or French-speaking newcomers with a high level of skills in these fields. Is your company or organization based in Ontario? The members of SÉO's ProAction team can suggest candidates whose profiles match the positions you're looking to fill. As a participating employer, in addition to benefiting from the ongoing support of the SÉO, you will receive a wage subsidy for the recruitment of one of our candidates. You'll be asked to designate a mentor to work closely with your new recruit, a network that will greatly facilitate the integration of the new team member. The mentor's 16-week assignment is to pass on the knowledge required for the position and help the new recruit adapt to the work environment. ​ Register as an employer The ProAction program was set up by SÉO, in collaboration with the Conseil de développement économique des municipalités bilingues du Manitoba (CDEM), the Société de développement économique de la Colombie-Britannique and RDÉE Canada. It is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada through the Foreign Credential Recognition Program.

  • Employment assistance for newcomers | SÉO

    SERVICES Assistance for entrepreneurs Employment assistance for newcomers Recruitment support for employers Community building and linguistics services Job search preparation To help newcomers prepare for their job search, the SÉO works closely with them to help them adapt and acquire the knowledge and skills specific to the Ontario market. Our employability team will assess your skills, guide you in developing an action plan, help you write your resume and cover letter according to the Canadian model, simulate job interviews with you, provide advice and training about the Ontario job market, and much more. ​ ​ Fill our form (in French only) Workshops on employability To help all its customers, the SÉO organizes over a thousand training activities every year. As a newcomer, you can take advantage of workshops, webinars and other activities where experts provide useful information and refresher training to help you prepare for your entry into the Ontario job market. Fill our form (in French only) Check out our calendar Networking sessions with employers Are you actively looking for a job? Come and meet Ontario employers. Every year, the SÉO’s employability and ProAction program teams invite employers from all over the province to come and introduce themselves at information sessions held in virtual, face-to-face or hybrid modes. OC Transpo, Canada Post, Conseil des écoles publiques de l'est de l'Ontario, Fast Forward French, Desjardins, Groupe Médias TFO, Décathlon Canada, Deloitte, Hôpital Montfort, Conseil scolaire catholique Mon Avenir, Dymon Wine Cellar... these are just a few of the companies and organizations operating in Ontario that newcomers seeking employment have had the opportunity to meet at such events over the past year. These events are an excellent way for both parties to learn more about each other. And for the job seeker, it's the perfect opportunity to discover employers and the kinds of positions they offer. ​ Send us an email Job offers from our partners To help you in your job search, our partners regularly send us interesting job offers. To simplify your search, they are grouped together here. Enjoy your search! Discover our job offers (In French mostly) Job fairs and related events Finding the ideal job in Ontario by checking job postings alone doesn't always yield the desired results. We need to go beyond traditional methods to connect Ontario employers with bilingual, French-speaking candidates. Every year, the SÉO organizes or participates in a variety of activities designed to bring job seekers and employers together. These include the RDÉE Canada network's Salon virtuel de l'emploi, the Salon virtuel du recrutement and Greater Sudbury's Foire de l'emploi francophone. The SÉO also participates in a number of international events to meet potential candidates and present job offers from local employers. These events include Destination Canada, the Salon Afrique Canada Immigration et Investissement, and others. Keep an eye on this section for an update on the recruitment activities in which we participate, as well as registration links. ProAction program Error: empty slot Carrielles program Are you a visible minority woman? Do you speak French? Do you have a university degree, but despite your skills and qualifications, you can't break into the Ontario job market? The experts at SÉO can help you overcome the obstacles. The Carrielles program is designed for Francophone and bilingual female newcomers from visible minorities who are permanent residents or accepted refugees. To help these women access the Ontario job market quickly and easily, SÉO experts work directly with employers to match them with candidates who have the skills, professional interest and abilities to do the work required. Are you interested? Send us an email CareerAtlas We're delighted to announce the launch of CareerAtlas, the new online platform dedicated to job search. Powered by sophisticated artificial intelligence (AI), CareerAtlas aims to empower jobseekers through comprehensive skills profiling, career exploration, development and learning opportunities, and employment. This platform offers you much more than just a job search. It also recommends career opportunities that match your unique skills and experience, as well as development and learning opportunities. ​ Fill our form Employment assistance for newcomers You've completed all the steps leading to immigration. You are now settled in Canada as a permanent resident or an accepted refugee. As a Francophone or bilingual newcomer to Ontario, you now want to find a job. The SÉO offers a wide range of services and programs to support Francophone and bilingual immigrants who want to enter the job market in Ontario, where, like other Canadian provinces and jurisdictions, there is a significant shortage of workers. The SÉO employability team has the expertise to help you on your path to employment. We offer a wide range of services and programs.

  • FAIR.E program | SÉO

    With financial support from: A project created by: FAIR.E program The FAIR.E program is designed to support women in their entrepreneurial endeavors, whether they are budding entrepreneurs or already in action, by guiding them through three (3) specially dedicated paths. ​ FAIR.E celebrates moving forward with your projects as a woman and taking action. FAIR.E is also about supporting equity and accessibility in entrepreneurship, so that everyone can experience our paths and products. Learning paths FREE Only 1,800 women will benefit. FLEXIBLE To be completed at your own pace, thanks to online content and tools. CUSTOMIZED Including individual coaching. ​ HUMAN You'll meet a community of motivated and inspiring women entrepreneurs. Please note that your expression of interest does not guarantee your access to the program. You are eligible if : you are or identify yourself as a woman ; you reside in one of the following provinces: Quebec, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia or Newfoundland and Labrador. you have a clear business idea or a business already up and running*. * Including NPOs, NFPOs, cooperatives, sole proprietorships. 1. Make the move : launch your business You’ve got an idea, a project, but you don’t know where to start? This is the perfect course for you! Format: Training videos Workshops and group discussions Individual coaching (diagnostic + 2h) 2. Make your business thrive : reach profitability Are you facing difficulties in reaching the targets you have set yourself? Would you like to increase your impact and reach more customers? You haven’t yet reached your break-even point? This course is for you! Format: Training videos Workshops and group discussions Individual coaching (diagnostic + 5h) 3. Make it grow : from strategy to execution Are you facing growth challenges? Would you like some support to help you move forward? This course is for you! Format: Training videos Workshops and group discussions Individual coaching (diagnostic + 9h) Discover our training pathways Allow up to 4 weeks before the validation call to orient you towards the path that best suits your needs. You will then have 6 months from the start of your course to complete your training. We help you realize your ambitions + STRUCTURE + TRUST + EXCHANGE + RESULTS Take action now! Fill in the following form if you want to make a difference! Register for the FAIR.E program Only 1,800 women across Canada will experience a transformative journey... Will you be one of them? Fill in the following form if you'd like to make a difference! Reserve your place

  • Annual reports | SÉO

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  • Services | Société Économique de l’Ontario (SÉO)

    Services Employment assistance for newcomers Recruitment support for employers Community buildind and linguistic services Assistance for entrepreneurs and future entrepreneurs

  • Avis légaux | Société Économique de l’Ontario (SÉO)

    Terms and conditions Terms and conditions of use Terms and conditions of use ("TCU") of the website Welcome to the Société économique de l'Ontario (SÉO) website! We encourage you to browse the website to learn more about the organization and its programs. By accessing this website, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you are unable to access these TCUs or the links provided, please contact us. The SÉO may modify the TCUs from time to time without notice to you. Please check our TCUs regularly for any changes. Use We ask you to observe a few simple rules when using our website. You may not: use this website in any manner not permitted by these TCUs; make any commercial use of this website; use this website in a manner that does not comply with applicable laws; and make or attempt to make any harmful use of this website and any computer system, including but not limited to servers, networks, databases, hardware and equipment used by or for this website. Links to and from our website Our website may include links to third-party websites and social media platforms. These links may not work or may have been damaged. As the conditions of use of these websites and platforms and the management of their content are not governed by us, we cannot be held responsible for any damage experienced. Furthermore, we include these links insofar as they are likely to be of interest to you, and the fact that a link is displayed does not mean that we endorse or recommend it. We cannot guarantee that the content will be useful, appropriate, virus-free or reliable. We have no relationship with, and do not endorse, any other website or social media platform that links to this or any other SÉO website. Intellectual property The content of this website is protected by applicable intellectual property laws and regulations. Unless otherwise specified, the SÉO owns all right, title and interest in and to the content of this site and any copying, publication, reproduction or distribution for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited without the written permission of the SÉO. Privacy If personal information is provided to the SÉO through this website, it will be managed in accordance with our privacy policy below. Disclaimer of warranty and limitation of liability The SÉO provides the website and its content on an "as is" basis and you agree to use the website and its content at your own risk. The SÉO does not warrant the accuracy, timeliness or completeness of the content, or the suitability of the content for any particular purpose. The SÉO makes no representations, warranties or covenants, express or implied, that the website will meet your expectations, that access to the website will be uninterrupted, virus-free and error-free, that any errors will be corrected, or that the quality of any products, services, information or other materials that may be purchased or obtained through the website will meet your expectations. You agree not to hold the SÉO liable for any loss or damage of any kind (including, but not limited to, direct, indirect, special, incidental, consequential, punitive, exemplary, or other damages, as well as loss of profits, operations, reputation, information, programs or data, savings, revenues, goodwill, tangible or intangible property, management time or labour, and losses related to costs, expenses, harm to business, legal or attorneys' fees, or damages of any nature whatsoever), which may arise from contract, tort, negligence or any other legal basis relating to this website or any external social media platform, even when the SÉO would have been advised of the possibility of such damage or loss, or it would have been foreseeable. Jurisdiction The laws of the Province of Ontario shall govern these TCUs, and these TCUs shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ontario. If any term or condition of this TCUs, or its application to specific persons or circumstances, is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining terms and conditions shall remain in full force and effect. Failure to enforce any or all of the TCUs shall not be deemed a waiver of any provision thereof. Social media policies The SÉO is pleased that you are following its official social media accounts. We use our social media accounts to share useful information and resources. We encourage you to 'interact responsibly with them, including adhering to this Social Media Policy, which applies when communicating with the SÉO via social media. The TCUs, above, applies to our social media accounts, replacing any reference to our website with a reference to our social media accounts. We monitor public interaction with our social media accounts and encourage respectful interaction. To this end, any comments posted on our accounts should be respectful and related to our content. If you post content, you may not post or link to content that : is unlawful, threatening, abusive, hateful, fraudulent, discriminatory, harassing, inflammatory, indecent, tortious, defamatory, knowingly false, misleading, obscene, offensive, profane or otherwise objectionable; discloses personal information about others; infringes on any confidential information; does not belong to the person who published it, or for which this person does not have the necessary rights for its publication; constitutes unauthorized or unsolicited advertising or spam; and contains software viruses or any other computer program designed to interfere with the proper working of any computer system owned or operated by SÉO. The SÉO reserves the right to remove, move or edit any content posted on our accounts that does not comply with this policy, or for any other reason that the SÉO deems appropriate in its sole discretion. The SÉO cannot guarantee a response to any question or comment shared on any of our social media accounts. You also acknowledge that any response we provide to you through our social media accounts does not constitute final advice or a guarantee of any kind. If personal information is collected on our social media accounts, it will be managed in accordance with our privacy policy. The SÉO's decision to follow, favorite or subscribe to a social media account, or the sharing of content from another user, does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation of the account or content in question. We remind you that social media platforms and services have their own terms of use, and we encourage you to read them before using the site. Privacy policy The SÉO recognizes the importance you place on protecting your privacy. The purpose of this policy is to inform you of the information that is collected by OES, the purpose for which it is collected, and the measures taken to ensure its protection. We manage any personal information that may be provided to us through this website in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws. The SÉO may change this Privacy Policy from time to time without notice to you. Any changes to this Privacy Policy will be effective upon posting. Personal information Personal information is information that identifies you, such as your name, address and e-mail address, and may include information that you provide to the SÉO in the course of a communication with the SÉO. The disclosure of personal information is not necessary for the use of our website. ​ The SÉO may collect personal information from website users on a voluntary basis with their consent, for example, by contacting the SÉO directly. Personal information will not be used for purposes other than those for which it was collected, except with the consent of the individual or as required by law. When personal information is collected, we will inform you of the purposes for which it is to be used. For example, OES will use your personal information to respond to a question submitted through our website. All personal information collected is protected by physical and organizational safeguards and modern security mechanisms, including security software. Any personal information that is no longer necessary or relevant for the purposes for which it was collected, and that is not required to be retained by applicable law, will be destroyed, erased or made anonymously. Upon request, we will inform you of the existence, use and disclosure of your personal information. The SÉO recognizes your right to challenge the accuracy of this information and will make appropriate amendments to correct it. ​ Other information ​ During use of our website, our servers automatically collect limited amounts of information in order to gather statistics and monitor navigation. The purpose of analyzing this information is to improve our website. For example, we collect the following information: the IP address of your computer and that of your Internet service provider, your operating system, the keywords entered in our search engine, the pages visited and the dates and times of their visits, and the referring website. This information is not personal information and the SÉO cannot identify you through this information. However, if we detect any attempt to damage our website, we reserve the right to take appropriate measures, including attempting to identify any person committing such act. Our website uses cookies, which are pieces of data stored on the hard drive of a website user's computer that contain information about the user. The SÉO may use cookies to deliver content specific to your profile when you visit the website. A cookie will reveal the identity of your browser when you visit our website, but cannot be used to reveal your personal identity. You can set your browsers to refuse cookies. ​ The SÉO may also use Google Analytics and other tools to analyze the use of its website in order to discover what features of the website users prefer and to improve its site accordingly. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous, and does not include any personal information. You can deactivate the use of Google Analytics by following these instructions . Contact Questions or comments regarding our privacy policy and practices may be e-mailed to communications@seo-ont.ca . Questions or comments? 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  • Contact us | SÉO

    First name Last name Email address Telephone Message Submit Thank you! Contact us PLEASE NOTE : The following is the general information request form. If you're looking for entrepreneurial support, please complete this form (available in French only). If you are a newcomer looking for a job, please complete this section (available in French only). If you are an employer looking for recruitment assistance, please use the questionnaire titled Recruiting talents . For all other inquiries, please contact us using the general form below.

  • Formulaire Appui aux entrepreneurs | Société Économique de l’Ontario (SÉO)

    Appui aux entrepreneurs et entrepreneures Prénom Nom Téléphone Courriel Site Web de votre entreprise (le cas échéant) Quel est votre statut au Canada? * Citoyenneté canadienne Résident permanent Permis temporaire (ouvert ou fermé) Permis de travail (ouvert ou fermé) Demandeur d'asile Visa visiteur Mobilité francophone Réfugié accepté Autre Veuillez préciser Comment vous classeriez-vous? * Employeur Entrepreneur Chercheur d'emploi Étudiant Vous cherchez à devenir entrepreneur Autre Veuillez préciser Êtes-vous membre d'une minorité visible? * Oui Non Je préfère ne pas répondre à cette question Soumettre votre demande Merci pour votre intérêt! Province Ville Pays Êtes-vous : * Homme Femme Je ne m'associe à aucune de ces options Votre tranche d'âge : * 15-20 21-30 31-40 41-50 51-60 60+ Comment avez-vous entendu parler de nos services? Employé de la SÉO Courriel Facebook Site Web de la SÉO LinkedIn Ateliers Autre Souhaitez-vous être inscrit à l'infolettre de la SÉO? * Oui Non Pouvez-vous nous donner plus de détails sur votre demande d'assistance? Quelle est la raison de votre demande? Je souhaite recevoir un accompagnement personnalisé (je suis déjà en activité) Je souhaite participer à l'incubateur d'entreprises Je souhaite devenir mentor Je souhaite devenir mentoré Je veux faire partie de votre base de données d'experts Je veux participer aux programmes pour les jeunes (moins de 30 ans) Je souhaite bénéficier d'un soutien pour vendre ou transmettre mon entreprise Je veux de l'aide pour acheter une entreprise en Ontario Je veux être informé de vos ateliers, webinaires ou séances d'information Je veux faire partie de votre répertoire d'entreprises Si vous n’êtes pas au Canada, pouvez-vous préciser à quel stade vous en êtes rendu dans le processus? Êtes-vous une personne en situation de handicap? * Oui Non

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