ABOUT THE EVENT

Foreign Credential Evaluation and Recognition

PEI Connectors Jobseeker and Entrepreneur clients are invited to participate in an online Connect To Learn Session!

Date: Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
Location: Microsoft Teams Meeting

Join us for an informative session on Foreign Credential Evaluation and Recognition, where we’ll explore how internationally trained professionals can successfully navigate credential recognition processes in Canada. This session will provide valuable insights from leading experts who are dedicated to supporting newcomers, employers, and communities in maximizing the potential of global talent.

Key Topics to Be Covered:

1. The role of PEI’s Population and Settlement Division in supporting newcomers.

2. Government commitments to advancing foreign credential recognition.

3. Practical insights into navigating international academic credential assessment.

4. Opportunities for internationally trained professionals to contribute to PEI’s workforce.

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Presenters:

• Kevin Kamal, Director, Business Development, WES
  Kevin has led WES institutional client development and relations for nearly 25 years. He works collaboratively with all the stakeholders in the international academic credential assessment and recognition community in Canada and the US. Prior to joining WES, Kevin worked in both private and public sectors. He holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology and master’s degrees in social sciences and international relations from universities in the United States. Kevin has co-authored articles on the education systems of Türkiye and the United Arab Emirates. Mentoring immigrants and refugees are his passion.
  
  
• Alex MacDonald, Manager, Population and Settlement, PEI Department of Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population
• Brianna Squires, Policy Analyst and Labour Mobility Coordinator, Population and Settlement, PEI Department of Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population
  Alex and Brianna are committed professionals serving with the Province of Prince Edward Island's Department of Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population. Their work focuses on enhancing settlement and integration services for immigrants and newcomers to the Island. They collaborate closely with community partners to foster diversity and inclusion across the province. The Department is also responsible for overseeing Foreign Credential Recognition, ensuring that internationally trained individuals can contribute their skills to the Island's workforce.

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Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical tools, learn from experts, and understand how credential recognition can shape your professional journey in Canada.

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