The Rosie Mentorship Program – Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a question that is not answered below, please email us at mentoring@canadianprosperityproject.ca.
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How often do you launch cohorts?
We launch cohorts three times a year in March, July and November.
What’s involved in the application and matching process?
We invite you to complete an online application form, which you can find linked on the Rosie Mentorship Program page. If we identify a potential match for you, the Rosie Initiative team will connect with you to ask you to complete a Participant Agreement, watch an introductory video and share a short bio. Once these steps are complete, the match changes from a potential match to a confirmed match. All matches are then invited to their respective onboarding session (one for mentors and one for mentees) where we review program expectations, responsibilities, and networking! Following the onboarding session, we introduce all matches via email the following week.
Who is the Rosie Mentorship Program for?
The program is available to all self-identifying women in Canada who would benefit from the guidance and support of someone more experienced as they navigate their careers. It is open to women from any industry and at any level. The program focuses on career advancement and encourages women to invest in themselves and their professional growth.
How is the Rosie Mentorship Program different from others?
The Rosie Mentorship Program is the only pan-Canadian bilingual mentorship program that focuses on women’s career advancement that is entirely free. The Rosie Initiative team carefully reviews all applicants and identifies matches based on goals, backgrounds and needs.
How do you match mentors and mentees?
Matches between mentors and mentees are made based on the information shared in the applications. As one of the only programs to do this, we use hands on matching to identify the best matches based on industry and/or program goals and objectives.
Do I need to have experience mentoring people to be a mentor?
No. We encourage individuals new to mentoring to apply! Several new mentors participate, and we provide all matches with mentoring resources and an onboarding session that can help them get comfortable with the process. The Rosie Initiative team is also available to support as needed. Please note that mentors must have 10+ years of career experience to participate.
What happens if I am unhappy with my match?
Please get in touch with us right away so we can help you address any issues. If you prefer, we can look to find you a new match in the next cohort.
Is the Rosie Mentorship Program bilingual?
Yes. To obtain services in French, please contact us at mentoring@canadianprosperityproject.ca.
Can I secure a job through my mentor if I get matched?
The purpose of the Rosie Mentorship Program is not to seek or secure employment from your mentor but rather to support your professional and personal growth.
Is the program in-person or virtual?
What makes the program so accessible to everyone is that it is a national, virtual program. By offering the program virtually, mentees gain access to mentors otherwise unavailable because of geographic limitations. However, you and your match are welcome to get together socially anytime!
How do I set goals and objectives in the program?
We provide both mentors and mentees with supporting materials to assist in setting goals and objectives. These materials include an Action Plan to help set goals and track progress. After being matched, mentors and mentees should discuss their expectations and review the mentees’ goals and objectives.
What happens if you can’t find a match for me?
The Rosie Initiative team will email all applicants regarding the status of their application. You will either be notified that we have identified a potential match for you and share the next steps, or we will notify you that we were unable to find a match. If that is the case, your application will be given high priority for the next cohort. If you are interested in updating your application, please get in touch with the Rosie Initiative team at mentoring@canadianprosperotyproject.ca.
Are mentors paid, or is this a volunteer position?
Mentors are not paid. Mentors volunteer their time, experience, and knowledge to guide women in their careers; we thank them for their generosity in helping to shape the future of women in Canada.
Will I have the opportunity to connect and network with other participants in the program?
Yes. We encourage you to network during the program. We will invite you to join a private LinkedIn group for participants in the Rosie Mentoring Programs. We are actively looking to expand our networking opportunities to incorporate workshops and other interactive events!
Can I request a woman mentor?
Yes. We encourage you to indicate this in your application if you are interested in only being matched with a woman mentor.
How can I provide feedback about the program?
We require all participants to share their feedback and insight through online survey check-ins. These check-ins allow you to share feedback on your experience, the supporting materials, your match, and the overall program. If you want to share feedback outside check-ins, please email us at mentoring@canadianprosperityproject.ca.