Mia Lauzon
Immigrant Employment Specialist at Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Community Leadership Development
Leadership VictoriaMar, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Professional interpreter & Group Management
Interpretive Guides AssociationMay, 2014- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria
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Canada
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Immigrant Employment Specialist
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Jan 2023 - Present
I facilitate and develop employment workshops for immigrants and newcomers, focusing on building the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the Canadian workforce. I facilitate and develop employment workshops for immigrants and newcomers, focusing on building the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the Canadian workforce.
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Quadra Village Community Centre
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Canada
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1 - 100 Employee
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Neighborhood Small Grants Coordinator
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Apr 2023 - Present
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Education Coordinator
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Apr 2022 - Sep 2022
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Revera Inc.
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Canada
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Hospitality
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700 & Above Employee
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Recreation Assistant
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Feb 2020 - Dec 2021
Planned and implemented a monthly calendar of activities with daily engaging programs for seniors, focusing on their physical, emotional, spiritual and social needs. Fostered an inclusive and supportive environment; nurtured compassionate, person-centred daily interactions with up to 90 seniors and their family members. Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with a multitude of providers and stakeholders, ensuring an efficient workflow and communication for all. Planned and implemented a monthly calendar of activities with daily engaging programs for seniors, focusing on their physical, emotional, spiritual and social needs. Fostered an inclusive and supportive environment; nurtured compassionate, person-centred daily interactions with up to 90 seniors and their family members. Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with a multitude of providers and stakeholders, ensuring an efficient workflow and communication for all.
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Freelance
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Egypt
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Human Resources
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1 - 100 Employee
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Travel Tales & Photo Presentation
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Jan 2018 - Mar 2020
Contracted over 60 Travel Tales & Photo Presentation from 10 different trips in retirement homes. Shared travel adventures and pictures of my past trips in a very engaging manner, using my natural communication and storytelling skills. Contracted over 60 Travel Tales & Photo Presentation from 10 different trips in retirement homes. Shared travel adventures and pictures of my past trips in a very engaging manner, using my natural communication and storytelling skills.
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Carlton House of Oak Bay
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Canada
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Activity Coordinator
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May 2017 - May 2019
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The Cridge Centre for the Family
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Canada
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Recreation Aide
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Jun 2016 - May 2017
I developed and led recreational and educational programs for seniors, answering to their social, emotional and physical needs. I built strong connections by offering genuine care and consideration, and created a fun and lively environment to evolve in. I developed and led recreational and educational programs for seniors, answering to their social, emotional and physical needs. I built strong connections by offering genuine care and consideration, and created a fun and lively environment to evolve in.
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Discover Banff Tours
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Canada
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Interpretive Tour Guide
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Jun 2011 - Sep 2014
As an Interpretive and Scenic Tour Guide, I created memorable experiences for visitors of the Canadian Rockies, increasing their knowledge and understanding of the natural and human history of the area. As an Interpretive and Scenic Tour Guide, I created memorable experiences for visitors of the Canadian Rockies, increasing their knowledge and understanding of the natural and human history of the area.
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Education
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Université du Québec à Montréal
Bachelor's degree, Communication, General -
Cegep du Vieux Montreal
Diploma in Interior Design, Interior Design