Important Update

Due to evolving funding landscapes, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) was not awarded the next round of support for the Professional Access into Employment (PAIE) program. 

Since 2006, PAIE has helped more than 650 internationally trained professionals transition into rewarding careers in Ontario’s environmental, infrastructure, and development sectors. Participants see an average 280% increase in employment income after participating in the program, with many securing jobs while still enrolled. 

PAIE is a proven model for economic inclusion and workforce development — contributing more than $2.5 million annually through participant wage growth alone.

TRCA remains committed to this vital program and is actively seeking new funding partners and sponsors to help ensure its future.

Program Components

  • Employment & job search coaching
  • Mentoring
  • Professions specific & workplace communications training
  • Professional network development
  • Support to access work experience opportunities
  • Post-hire and retention support

 

Professions Served

  • Engineering
  • Geoscience
  • Environmental Science
  • Planning 

Program Benefits & Accomplishments

  • Individual coaching customized to meet unique participant needs
  • Mentoring provided by industry professionals
  • Training designed and delivered by industry professionals
  • Access to PAIE's extensive professional network
  • Led by TRCA, a well known environmental employer in Ontario
  • Average 80% participant employment success rate since 2006
  • “The PAIE Program enabled me to write a proper resume, secure and prepare for interviews and be ready for professional job search. I enjoyed working with PAIE Coordinators, mentors and other participants. Using the knowledge I gained during the workshops and by attending in-person and virtual meetings with my Coordinator, I was able to secure a full time position in my field. Thank you PAIE Team!” - Roopesh, PAIE Alumni