Cynthia Ding

English Language Program (ELP) Manager

Cynthia's track with NEW started in 2005 when she joined the agency as a receptionist, offering warm reception to clients. She was promoted to Employment Assistance Program (EAP) Administrator in 2006 to support employment counselors on job search training. A year later, she transferred her focus to Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) program.

Cynthia has served as the English Language Program (ELP) Manager for over a decade. Cynthia is proud of her team's outstanding performance over the years. She believes a great team is led by a visionary leader.

Cynthia obtained a Human Resources Management diploma from Seneca College, Practical Strategies for Successful Women Leaders certificate from the Executive Education Centre of Schulich School of Business of York University and finally, Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) from the University of Toronto.

Beyond Cynthia’s professional responsibilities and education history, she participates in volunteering activities that serve marginalized and vulnerable communities.