The Connector Program is a simple and effective networking program that connects driven individuals with industry leaders who can help facilitate the growth of their careers here in Cape Breton.
The Connector Program matches community and business leaders (Connectors) with local and international graduates, newcomers, and other qualified professionals (Connectees) in their industry of expertise.
The Connector Program is a simple and effective networking program that connects driven individuals with industry leaders who can help facilitate the growth of their careers here in Cape Breton.
Connectors are people in Cape Breton who:
Connectors will benefit from the program by:
Please fill out the below form to express interest in becoming a Connector today!
Connectees are international and local work-ready professionals, who:
By becoming a Connectee, you will benefit from:
Please fill out the below form to express interest in becoming a Connectee today!
Hey students—ready to jump-start your career in skilled trades?
The Connector Program is here to help you take the next big step toward your future. We focus on skilled trades apprenticeships—hands-on, earn-while-you-learn career paths that can lead to exciting and meaningful opportunities right out of high school.
Here’s how it works:
Think of the Connector Program as your personal link to employers in the trades— opening doors and creating opportunities for you to shine. If you’re curious about skilled trades but not sure where to start, that’s okay—that’s what we’re here for.
We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
The Connector Program is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment and welcoming Island. We believe that skills, talent, and potential come from every corner of our community, regardless of race, gender, ability, or background. We welcome and support applicants from all walks of life and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone. No matter who you are or where you come from, we believe you have the ability to succeed in the skilled trades, and we’re here to help you get there.
The Connector Program matches pre-qualified international and local work-ready individuals (Connectees) with employers, community members, and business leaders, who are involved in the program as Connectors. The Connectee and Connector are matched based on industry experience, professional backgrounds, or the Connectee’s expressed interest in a specific sector.
Once the program coordinator has made the match, the Connector and the Connectee meet face-to-face to discuss different topics such as:
Connectors are asked to refer the Connectee to a minimum of three people in their network, and then each of those connections are asked to then refer three more people. As a result, the Connectee’s professional network grows exponentially and the opportunity for success increases dramatically. Referrals may be potential employers, contacts within their industry, or other people who will benefit from meeting with a skilled professional.
To learn more about how you can become involved in the Connector Program as a Connector or Connectee, contact:
Ocean Le
Cape Breton Connector Program Coordinator
connector@capebretonpartnership.com
The Cape Breton Connector Program is administered by the Cape Breton Partnership and is made possible through a partnership with the Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration.
This project is made possible by the Cape Breton Partnership’s collaboration with Cape Breton – Unama’ki’s First Nation and Municipal partners through both the Cape Breton Regional Enterprise Network and the CBRM Regional Enterprise Network.