Excitement was definitely in the air at the launch event of the Immigrant Entrepreneur Mentorship Program (IEMP) on September 30, 2011. Attendees participated from two Alberta locations, in concurrent events held at The Business Link Business Service Centre in Edmonton, and at the Global Business Centre in Calgary. Each location welcomed between 60-80 people including mentors, mentees, immigrant serving organizations, media, and other guests.
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| Hon. Thomas Lukaszuk at IEMP launch in Edmonton |
A portion of the event was captured on video and we are pleased to share the comments delivered by the Honourable, Thomas Lukaszuk, Minister of Education and recently, the Minister of Employment and Immigration for the Province of Alberta. Minister Lukaszuk was introduced by Cathy Goulet, Executive Director of The Business Link Business Service Centre.
This video is now available on our YouTube Channel at: http://youtu.be/4CEw1iTu8i4
This Alberta-wide initiative of The Business Link, which was supported by funding partners, Alberta Employment and Immigration (AEI) and the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF), is designed to promote immigrant entrepreneurs in Edmonton, Calgary, Grande Prairie and rural areas. Combining elements of mentorship, business education and networking opportunities, the IEMP assists immigrant business owners in meeting their business goals.
More information regarding the IEMP and progress reports from participants can be found on their Website at: http://iemp.ca/
More information regarding the IEMP and progress reports from participants can be found on their Website at: http://iemp.ca/
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