
Are you a refugee or displaced person in Canada looking to build or advance your career in technology?
Free training programs are currently accepting applications for eligible jobseekers interested in the Network Security Professional Program
Applicants generally must:
Be 18+
Have a high school diploma, GED, CAEC or equivalent
Have CLB 7–8 English for non-native English speakers
Be eligible to work full-time in Canada with a valid SIN
Be unemployed, underemployed, or facing financial barriers
Meet the applicable income and other program requirements
There is no cost to apply or participate.
Please note: Program availability and eligibility vary by location, and spaces are limited. Quebec residents are currently not eligible for these programs.
Best for: Candidates with an existing IT/networking or cybersecurity background.
The program provides hands-on cybersecurity training and a Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) certification pathway.
· Duration: 15 weeks
· Format: Hybrid (National, except Quebec)
· Next Ontario start: November 30, 2026
· End date: March 26, 2027
· Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM EST
· Certification pathway: Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE)
Our partner organization is continuously looking for suitable applicants. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
We thank all applicants interested in this opportunity; however, please note that only selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps.

Jumpstart Refugee Talent is a refugee led non-profit organization and the only national organization exclusively serving refugees seeking meaningful economic inclusion. Founded in 2016, we focus on the economic empowerment of newly settling refugees in Canada by facilitating meaningful employment and entrepreneurial opportunities. Jumpstart serves refugees from all backgrounds across Canada and works to address underemployment and economic inclusion