Pre-Posting Session: Psychological Preparation for a Posting

Product code: IA0238

Upcoming sessions

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February 27, 2026

National Capital Region (NCR) - Place du Portage

9:00 am to 12:00 pm (ET)

English

March 19, 2026

National Capital Region (NCR) - Place du Portage

9:00 am to 12:00 pm (ET)

English

April 08, 2026

National Capital Region (NCR) - Place du Portage

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (ET)

French

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Overview

Delivery method

Delivery method

In-person

Virtual Classroom

Duration

Duration

2-3 hours

Audience

Audience

Employees

Other Government Department Employees

Dependents

 

Description

Preparing for an international posting involves more than logistics. It requires emotional and psychological readiness. This session provides practical strategies and insights to help participants navigate the unique challenges of living and working abroad.

This is a participatory group session designed for active involvement. Participants will engage in collaborative discussions to share perspectives and experiences.

Topics include:

  • expatriation lifecycle: understanding the stages of adjustment and cultural transition
  • stress and anxiety management/expatriation: identifying stressors related to postings and exploring tools and resources for resilience
  • adaptation strategies: how to respond effectively to new environments and team dynamics
  • cultural Integration: the role of Canadian values in shaping your experience overseas

 

Learning objectives

Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:

  • reflect on the psychological impact of an overseas posting
  • recognize potential challenges and positive opportunities during the transition
  • apply practical tools to manage stress, adapt culturally, and maintain mental well-being

 Notes: The session is open to Government of Canada employees and provincial co-locators who are posted to one of Canada’s missions abroad. Government of Canada employees and co-locators will need to contact Learning-Apprentissage@international.gc.ca to register. To register spouses and partners for this session, employees will also need to contact the email address.

 

Legacy course code: 00031414

Additional upcoming sessions

Date and Time Session code Location Language Available seats
February 27, 2026, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (ET) IA0238-EN-20260227 National Capital Region (NCR) - Place du Portage English 3
March 19, 2026, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (ET) IA0238-EN-20260319 National Capital Region (NCR) - Place du Portage English 15
April 08, 2026, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (ET) IA0238-FR-20260408 National Capital Region (NCR) - Place du Portage French 2
April 16, 2026, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (ET) IA0238-EN-20260416 National Capital Region (NCR) - Place du Portage English 18
April 30, 2026, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (ET) IA0238-FR-20260430 National Capital Region (NCR) - Place du Portage French 16
May 06, 2026, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (ET) IA0238-EN-20260506 National Capital Region (NCR) - Place du Portage English 18
May 14, 2026, 9:30 am to 12:00 pm (ET) IA0238-FR-20260514-B Virtual French 17
May 26, 2026, 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm (ET) IA0238-EN-20260526 Virtual English 9
June 04, 2026, 9:00 am to 11:30 am (ET) IA0238-FR-20260604 Virtual French 18
June 09, 2026, 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm (ET) IA0238-EN-20260609 Virtual English 18
June 16, 2026, 7:00 am to 9:30 am (ET) IA0238-FR-20260616 Virtual French 20
June 18, 2026, 7:00 am to 9:30 am (ET) IA0238-EN-20260618 Virtual English 19
June 23, 2026, 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm (ET) IA0238-FR-20260623 Virtual French 20
June 25, 2026, 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm (ET) IA0238-EN-20260625 Virtual English 20
Date modified: 2022-07-11

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