Equiforce is a workforce development organization focused on building more inclusive, future-ready talent pipelines across Newfoundland and Labrador. Pathways to Place is our work-integrated learning program supporting newcomer and immigrant women in Newfoundland and Labrador to gain meaningful Canadian work experience and strengthen their connection to the labour market.
Following a successful first year, Pathways to Place is moving into Phase 2, building on the relationships, experience, and lessons learned through the program’s initial delivery. This next phase will place an increased focus on meaningful employer engagement, strong participant-employer matches, and facilitating wage-subsidized work placements that create value for both participants and employers.
We’re looking for the right person to join the team and lead the program through the next phase.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to hiring@equiforce.ca by October 1, 2026.
How do we create more inclusive workplaces?
That was the question at the heart of Shifting Gears, where participants came together to have an honest conversation about what helps (and what gets in the way) of creating meaningful change.
The conversation surfaced important questions about fear, uncertainty, competing priorities, workplace culture, recruitment and retention. But perhaps the most important takeaway was that inclusion isn’t a destination. It’s a practice.
We created Shifting Gears: Conversation & Takeaways to capture some of what came out of the room. It isn’t a comprehensive report or a step-by-step strategy. Instead, it’s an invitation to keep thinking, keep talking and take action — because you don’t need a perfect plan to make a difference.
Whether you joined us for Shifting Gears or are joining the conversation for the first time, we invite you to read, reflect and consider what your next action might be.
Equiforce is forming an Industry Advisory Committee to help guide the design and delivery of FastTrackHER Energy, a new pilot program supporting women as they explore careers in the energy sector, earn sector-relevant certifications, and connect with employers.
We’re inviting employers, industry representatives, training and education providers, and community partners from across the St. John’s Metro/Avalon energy ecosystem to lend their expertise and help shape a program that reflects real workforce needs. The time commitment is minimal: just one consultation and two short meetings between August and December 2026, scheduled around your availability.
Applications are open until the committee is formed. Full details are available below.
We’re proud to announce a major new investment in our Educational Resource Centre STEMforGIRLS! The Hibernia Management and Development Company Ltd. (HMDC), has contributed $756,136 to support program delivery over the next three years—fueling growth, expanding reach, and strengthening our ability to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders across Newfoundland and Labrador.
STEMforGIRLS engages youth through hands-on STEM learning delivered in classrooms, communities, and through a province-wide network of chapters championed by educators. Participants explore curated STEM kits, connect with volunteer role models, and gain exposure to real-world STEM and skilled trades career pathways. These experiences help build confidence, spark curiosity, and broaden awareness of future opportunities.
Full program and funding details can be found in the press release below.
Equiforce is seeking an experienced curriculum development consultant or firm to support the next phase of FastTrackHER, our intensive, industry‑informed workforce readiness program designed to advance women and gender‑diverse individuals into high‑demand careers.
Building on the success of our construction‑sector pilot, this RFP focuses on adapting and strengthening the existing FastTrackHER curriculum for delivery in Newfoundland and Labrador’s rapidly evolving energy sector. The selected proponent will help shape a three‑week, implementation‑ready program that reflects real workforce needs, employer expectations, and emerging opportunities across the province.
Submissions close on Monday, July 6. Please send questions to opportunities@equiforce.ca.
If you’re a post‑secondary student passionate about STEM, youth programming, or hands‑on learning, this is a chance to help shape STEM experiences for girls and gender‑diverse youth across Newfoundland and Labrador. This Canada Summer Jobs role blends creativity, organization, and real impact.
Equiforce is seeking proposals from qualified proponents to support the assessment, redesign, and implementation of a modern digital information management system. This work will include reviewing current file structures, workflows, permissions, and governance practices, with a focus on creating a practical, sustainable, and user-friendly solution for a primarily remote organization.
While SharePoint optimization is anticipated, proponents may recommend alternative approaches where appropriate. The selected proponent will support assessment, implementation, governance development, training, and transition support.
Apply by April 24, 2026 by sending your resume and cover letter to hiring@equiforce.ca
