Topic outline

  • Bridging Cultural Differences in Diverse Teams

    TRIEC's training videos chronicle workplace integration from the perspectives of employers, immigrant professionals, and established Canadians. Through their stories, learn how they work out the challenges related to integrating immigrant professionals into the workplace.

    • Scene 1: Building Rapport in the Workplace

      This video describes how culture influences expectations around socializing and the relationships between colleagues.

      This video explores:

      • Different cultural norms and expectations around building rapport and relationships in the workplace.
      • Video: Building Rapport in the Workplace SCORM package
        Not available unless: You are a(n) Enrolled User

    • Related Inclusive Workplace Competency:



      This competency is from TRIEC's Inclusive Workplace Competency framework.

      • Within My Team
      • Manage issues within diverse groups
      • Learn More

      • Scene 2: Expectations of Leadership and Work Styles

        This scene describes how different cultural expectations around teamwork and leadership styles can impact employee engagement.

        This video explores:

        • Different cultural expectations around teamwork and recognition.
        • Cultural influences on leadership styles.
        • Video: Expectations of Leadership and Work Styles SCORM package
          Not available unless: You are a(n) Enrolled User

      • Related Inclusive Workplace Competency:



        This competency is from TRIEC's Inclusive Workplace Competency framework.

        • Within My Team
        • Contribute to inclusive workplace relationships
        • Learn More

        • Scene 3: High Potential - Understanding Performance Expectations

          This scene describes how culture can impact assumptions around performance, recognition, and career development.

          This video explores:

          • Different cultural perspectives on performance and career development.
          • The influence of culture on work style and leadership expectations.
          • Video: High Potential - Understanding Performance Expectations SCORM package
            Not available unless: You are a(n) Enrolled User

        • Related Inclusive Workplace Competency:



          This competency is from TRIEC's Inclusive Workplace Competency framework.

          • Within My Team
          • Support learning and development
          • Learn More

          • Scene 4: Building Diverse Teams

            This scene describes how cultural differences influence individuals’ preferences in team building.

            This video explores:

            • Cultural perspectives on team building and rapport
            • Diversity and team dynamics
            • Video: Building Diverse Team SCORM package
              Not available unless: You are a(n) Enrolled User

          • Related Inclusive Workplace Competency:



            This competency is from TRIEC's Inclusive Workplace Competency framework.

            • Within My Team
            • Collaborate in diverse teams to foster productive outcomes
            • Learn More

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