International Development and Relief Foundation
Site: Toronto Office
Service: International and Local Education Programs
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 416-497-0818 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-866-497-4373 |
| office@idrf.ca | |
| Website | idrf.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook,  Instagram,  LinkedIn,  X (Twitter),  YouTube |
| Primary Contact | Shazma Nafis, National Youth Outreach and Communications Coordinator; Phone: 416-497-0818; Email: SNafis@idrf.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Elyas Burney, Program Lead - National Initiatives; Phone: 416-497-0818; Email: EBurney@idrf.ca |
Site Information
| Located In Community | Toronto |
| Address & Map | 23 Lesmill Ave Unit 300 Toronto, ON Canada M3B 3P6 |
| Mailing Address | 23 Lesmill Ave Unit 300 Toronto, ON Canada M3B 3P6 |
| Physical Access | Underground parking lot; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance; Easy access to elevator; Wheelchair accessible main door and accessible stall |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) | International development and local education programs, including youth employment readiness, tutor training, information and referral Get Job Ready Youth employment program 3-day employment readiness training workshop to develop the following skills:
Licensed to Learn(L2L)
Women in Tech Free introductory courses in data science and web development that teach Python, SQL, HTML, CSS and JavaScript. Includes possibility of scholarships to pursue further studies in data science and web development, which will enable them to launch careers in tech. Insurance Career Pathways Program Paid summer internships for women who want to work at either Zurich, Canada, or Marsh Canada. Learn foundational industry knowledge in insurance and soft skills training to prepare for careers in the corporate and financial sectors |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm |
| Areas Served | Durham Region ; Halton Region ; Peel Region ; Toronto ; York County |
| Eligibility | Get Job Ready, Women in Tech, Insurance Career Pathways open to youth and young adults 17-29 years, must be eligible to work in Canada Licensed to Learn (L2L) elementary, senior public and secondary school students |
| Application | Email National Youth Outreach and Communications Coordinator at SNafis@idrf.ca |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
Categories and Classification
| Youth Main Categories | Employment |
| Youth Sub-Categories | Job Search Training / Support ; Youth Employment |
| Service Categories | General Youth Employment Programs ; International Development Programs ; Specialized Information and Referral ~ Employment Issues |
