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Did you know பாலம் (Paalam) means bridge in Tamil?

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Paalam is CTPA’s mentorship program that connects emerging Canadian professionals with the established in the Tamil community. Established in 2013, Paalam has been a driving force in empowering the Tamil community by fostering meaningful connections and providing mentorship opportunities that fuel professional growth and development for the next generation of leaders.

Our mentorship program is designed to deliver a personalized experience, aligning each participant’s unique goals and preferences with tailored guidance, tools, and resources to maximize their growth and success.

PROGRAMS

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Tier 1 - Emerging Professionals

This tier program is designed for recent undergraduates or individuals with 1-2 years of experience, seeking to enhance their skills and connect with rising and established leaders

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Tier 2 - Developing Professionals

This tier program is for individuals with limited experience (2-4 years), providing foundational skills and resources to launch their careers. This is a great way to get to the next level!

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Tier 1: Emerging Professionals

This program is designed for recent graduates or individuals seeking to enhance their skills and connect with rising and established leaders in the Tamil community.

Mentee Eligibility

The Emerging Professionals program is seeking mentees who have an interest in stepping out of their comfort zone to meet new people and learn new skills. 

See below for the Tier 1 mentee eligibility criteria:

Currently a student or recent graduate of an undergraduate program (college/university)

<2 years of full-time job experience

A verified LinkedIn profile

Able to commit a minimum of 2 hours/month for 6 months

Must complete Mentee Goal Setting Orientation in Summer 2025


ClosedApplications Open June 9th 2025

Mentor Eligibility

The Emerging Professionals program is seeking mentors who showcase a passion for sharing value with the community, and are  interested in networking with others.

See below for the Tier 1 mentor eligibility criteria:

Completed undergraduate program (college/university) and/or in graduate school (if applicable)

Minimum 2 years of professional experience

A verified LinkedIn profile

Able to commit a minimum of 2 hours/month for 6 months

Must complete Mentor Leadership Orientation in Summer 2025


ClosedApplications Open June 9th 2025

Tier 2: Developing Professional

This program is for individuals with limited experience, providing foundational skills and resources to launch their careers.

Mentee Eligibility

The Developing Professionals program is seeking mentees who showcase an interest in developing professional & technical skills and networking with others.

See below for the Tier 2 mentee eligibility criteria:

2-4 years of professional experience

A verified LinkedIn profile

Able to commit at least 2 hours/month for 6 months

Must complete Mentee Goal Setting Orientation in Summer 2025


ClosedApplications Open June 9th 2025

Mentor Eligibility

The Developing Professionals program is seeking mentors who showcase a passion for sharing value with the community, and are committed to empowering others.

See below for the Tier 2 mentor eligibility criteria:

Completed undergraduate or graduate program (college/university)

Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience

A verified LinkedIn profile

Able to commit a minimum of 2 hours/months for 6 months

Must complete Mentor Leadership Orientation in Summer 2025


ClosedApplications Open June 9th 2025

Paalam Timeline

Mentor Applications

Tier 1 and Tier 2 Mentor applications open for Paalam on June 9th 2025

Mentee Applications

Tier 1 and Tier 2 Mentee applications open for Paalam on June 9th 2025

Mentee & Mentor Applications Close

Tier 1 and Tier 2 Mentor and Mentee applications close for Paalam 25-26

Mentor/Mentee Matching

Mentor and Mentees will be matched

Paalam Launch

Event: Paalam Launch – The start of Paalam 25/26

October 2025 to February 2025: Exclusive Monthly Events

Paalam members’ exclusive monthly events: Workshops + Certifications, Industry Panels, Networking mixers

Paalam Year-End Gala

Event: Paalam Year-End Gala

Why Paalam?

Benefits of பாலம் (Paalam) Program
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1-1 Coaching

Learn with real professionals
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Workshops + Certification

Tailored workshops and certifications 
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Connections

Meet many different professionals
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Exclusive Resources + Events

Come to many different and unique events
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Networking

Come grow your network
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Mentor Leadership Recognition

Be recognized for your mentorship contributions
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The Candian Tamil Professionals Association acknowledges Indigenous Peoples throughout Canada. This includes Inuit, Métis and more than 900,000 people living in more than 630 First Nations communities, and in cities and towns across these lands.



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