Interpersonal Communication Skills in a Canadian Context
Workshop Objectives:
🌟 Is This You?
You’ve worked hard to build your skills — now you’re stepping into the Canadian workforce. But something still feels off.
- “I never know what to say in small talk — it feels awkward.”
- “Work culture here is so different from back home… Am I doing it wrong?”
- “Everyone says ‘communication skills’ are important — but what does that really mean in Canada?”
- “I don’t want to say the wrong thing or dress the wrong way.”
You're not alone — and you're not unprepared. You just need tools, clarity, and confidence.
That’s exactly what Interpersonal Communication Skills in a Canadian Context is designed to give you.
90 mins $497 l 3 hr $1,497 l Full-day $2,497 l per person
90 mins $497 l 3 hr $1,497 l Full-day $2,497 l per person
This Workshop Will Help You:
Feel confident in small talk and casual conversations
Practice simple ways to start conversations, connect with coworkers, and avoid awkward silence — without trying to be someone you’re not.
Understand workplace expectations in Canada
Learn what employers value: speaking up, taking initiative, asking questions — and how to do it in a respectful, culturally aware way.
Communicate across cultures, ages, and lifestyles
Workplaces in Canada are diverse. This workshop shows you how to connect with people who may be very different from you.
Strengthen your soft skills — the ones that get you hired (and promoted)
Yes, your technical skills matter. But soft skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability are just as important. We’ll help you recognize and build yours.
Know what to wear and when
From formal to casual, you’ll learn what’s appropriate — and what sends the right message — in interviews and on the job.
Feel prepared and seen
You’ll leave this session knowing more about the culture, communication, and expectations that shape the Canadian workplace — so you can show up fully and succeed.
🤝 Build Foundational Communication Skills
- Recognize and practice the art of small talk to build rapport and professional connections
- Understand when and how to speak, listen, and ask thoughtful questions
- Use body language effectively to express interest and respect
🌍 Navigate Cultural Norms at Work
- Identify key workplace expectations in Canadian organizational culture
- Understand and apply values such as direct communication, initiative, and collaboration
- Compare Canadian work values with values from other cultures to foster inclusive environments
🌈 Embrace Diversity in the Workplace
- Describe characteristics of a diverse workplace, including age, culture, religion, and workstyle
- Build awareness of how identity and background influence communication and expectations
- Engage in discussions that increase empathy, inclusion, and respectful interactions
🧠 Strengthen Soft Skills for Success
- List and reflect on the Top 10 Soft Skills in demand by Canadian employers
- Identify which soft skills are strengths and which need further development
- Understand the difference between soft skills and technical (hard) skills — and why both matter
👔 Understand Professional Dress Norms
- Recognize different levels of dress expectations: formal, business casual, and casual
- Choose attire appropriate for various professional settings in Canada

