AMSSA and its member agencies and stakeholders organize public community events, workshops for newcomers to Canada as well as professional development training, workshops, seminars and conferences for (re)settlement, language training diversity and inclusion sector employees. Community events and workshops which are continuous are listed below the calendar.
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1:00pm (EST)
1:45pm (EST)
Keynote speakers:
Aditika Mangalik
Human Resources Connections (HRC) Team
The Human Resources Connections (HRC) program supports internationally trained HR professionals integrate into the Canadian labor market through mentorship, networking, and industry-specific training. The team includes Project Manager Michelle Allen, CHRL; Aditika Mangalik, a seasoned HR professional specializing in talent acquisition and newcomer empowerment; and Michelle Hagan, a global HR and recruitment specialist dedicated to supporting underrepresented communities. Together, they equip participants with the tools and support needed to thrive in their HR careers in Canada.
Michelle Allen, CHRL
For the presentation, I will be discussing:
- HRPA’s role as Ontario’s Regulator and Association
- The designations offered (CHRP, CHRL, CHRE)
- I will briefly discuss the designation process but will not go into too much detail due to the limited time
- The benefits of having a designation
- The benefits of joining HRPA as a member and the discount code to register
Nicolette Holness (she/her)
Early Career Specialist
Nicolette Holness recently joined the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) as the Early Career Specialist. She holds a bachelor’s degree in human resources management from York University and a Postgraduate Certificate in Hospitality and Tourism Management. With over eight years of diverse experience, Nicolette has developed expertise in recruitment, selection, and onboarding across the hospitality, nonprofit, and engineering sectors.
Baisakhi Roy
Moderator
Baisakhi Roy is a writer and journalist based in Oakville. Her work has been published in several leading Canadian media outlets including The Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, Toronto Life, Chatelaine, Broadview and CBC. Her areas of interest and expertise lie in the intersections of immigrant life and culture in Canada. She is an avid Bollywood fan and co-hosts the Hindi language podcast KhabardaarPodcast.com.
Ongoing Community Events/Programs
English Upgrading Classes for Adults
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12:40 – 2:40 p.m.
September 2025 – January 2026
Free LINC classes for adults
September 2025 – January 2026


