Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers
Mikayla Stevens Baker currently serves as the Essential Skills Facilitator for the Culinary Skills Training Program at the Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers, collaborating with Chef Daniel Huber to prepare participants for careers in the Food Service Industry. Prior experience includes roles as an Employment Facilitator at EmployAbilities and Practicum Coordinator at CDI College, as well as serving as an Educational Instructor at Metro Continuing Education, where a passion for teaching subjects such as science, baking, and English was demonstrated. Additionally, Mikayla worked as a Youth Development Specialist at Hope Mission, where Youth Leadership and support programs were developed for various groups. Educational qualifications include a Youth Ministry Certificate and Child and Youth Service Worker from Vanguard Bible College, along with ongoing studies for a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Regina.
Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers
EMCN is an immigrant settlement agency whose primary focus is the successful and integrative settlement of newcomers to Edmonton. The agency operates in an inclusive environment, with a welcoming atmosphere and a holistic approach to settlement practices. EMCN offers comprehensive settlement services, including support for the most basic of needs and more intensive support for newcomers with multiple barriers. EMCN revolves its practices around the values of social justice, diversity, compassion, and responsibility, and strives to achieve these values while improving the quality of life for all newcomers and Canadians alike. EMCN is a community agency that seeks to assist immigrants and refugees coming to the Edmonton area in achieving full participation in the community as well as contributing their experiences and skills to strengthen and enrich the lives of all Canadians. This vision is pursued through a wide range of programs and services that include English as a Second Language (ESL), employment services, settlement counselling, personal counselling, community development and community economic development, advocacy, and education. The agency is committed to work in full collaboration with newcomers and their communities to provide programs to meet their needs. There is also a commitment to work with other community agencies in partnerships when possible. For more information call 780-424-7709 or e-mail info@emcn.ab.ca