Written by Olivia Fox, Program Intern at the WES Mariam Assefa Fund When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, racialized essential workers at the Cargill meatpacking plant in Alberta faced a disproportionately high risk of contracting the virus. The existing exploitative and dangerous work conditions in the meatpacking sector, such as crowded industrial spaces and […]
Have you ever wondered how the credential evaluation process works? In this article, we’ll explain what happens once we receive your documents for evaluation. Stage 1: Document Imaging When your documents arrive at WES, they are carefully reviewed and scanned into our system. In many cases, we can accept electronic documents directly from your academic […]
In 2009, Dr. Islam moved to New York City from Bangladesh. Straightaway, he was struck by the lack of opportunities to work in medicine or in a health care role that made use of his skills and experience. Despite graduating from one of the top medical schools in Bangladesh and working there as a physician, he became […]
Tips for Completing Your WES Application A credential evaluation report is an important part of your immigration journey. It helps higher education institutions and employers understand the value of your academic qualifications. The goal of this blog post is to help you complete the credential evaluation process with relative ease. Keep reading for helpful tips […]
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requires applicants who are pursuing Canadian immigration pathways, especially Express Entry, to submit an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA). You will be asked to submit your ECA report as part of your Express Entry profile. Per IRCC policy, your report must not be more than five years old when you […]
If you are considering study or work in the U.S. or Canada, you will most likely need a credential evaluation report. A credential evaluation report from WES provides an accurate and authenticated record of the educational or professional qualifications you earned in other countries, including degrees, diplomas, and transcripts. WES credential evaluation reports help schools, […]
Many applicants can now upload copies of degree certificates and translations in My Account. This is not a requirement for all applications, so you can disregard this post if you have already submitted your degree certificates and translations or if they are not listed in your Required Documents. Note: This feature is for degree certificates […]
When you purchase the WES International Credential Advantage Package (ICAP) in connection with your credential evaluation, you qualify for a WES Digital Badge. WES has partnered with Credly’s Acclaim, a leading digital credential service provider, to offer digital badges free of charge to qualified recipients. Ready to get started? Create an account now and select […]
Have you ever wondered what your international credentials are worth? Are you curious about their U.S. or Canadian degree equivalency? We have the perfect solution for you! Check out our free WES Degree Equivalency Tool for a U.S. or Canadian equivalency preview. Why a Preview? When properly evaluated and recognized, your educational credentials can open […]
Microloans are small, short-term loans with low interest rates that can serve as a lifeline for immigrants and refugees who are just starting out in a new country. In this blog post, Shawn McCarty, an Expert Ambassador and manager at Windmill Microlending, describes the benefits of microloans for Canadian newcomers. Although moving to Canada is […]
So, you have arrived in the United States and now need employment. But you feel intimidated because you do not have work experience in the U.S. Remember that your international professional experience is valuable in your new home country—you just need to think strategically about how to leverage it. You will need to know how […]
For any variety of reasons, sometimes the person requesting a credential evaluation will need to modify the order after the process has already started. Should you find yourself in that situation, here are the steps to follow if you need to add or remove a credential from your order. The final decision, however, lies with […]
