The Bridge to Work for Internationally trained accountants and bookkeepers is a program run by the Halton Multicultural Council in partnership with MIAG.

This program has been actively helping professionals in the accounting field since 2006. Initially it served clients in the region of Halton and was  funded by MCI (Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration). Due to the high demand and the uniqueness of the services offered, it expanded to the Region of Peel, opening a new location in Mississauga in June 2008. This expansion and the new round of the program from 2008 to 2010 is funded by the Government of Canada through Citizenship and Immigration Canada and the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration.

This service offers information about the licensing and registration procedures for professionals in the accounting and bookkeeping fields. It also provides accounting software classes, job search counseling and preparation, Canadian business communication classes, and work experience   for eligible participants.

 In addition to the formal components, participants also have the opportunity to learn/practice accounting software with a tutorial in both of our locations.

Participants in the program also have the opportunity to participate in complementary information sessions and seminars delivered by Canada Revenue Agency, a specialized staffing agency and guest speakers. They also receive a weekly update of job postings and useful information about job search, job fairs and the accounting field through an online program group.

Since the June 2008, when it opened its office in Mississauga, we have helped 197 participants with information, accounting software training, networking opportunities and work placement experience.