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Settlement services for newcomers and international students including workshops for the immigrant community
Youth Employment Services
Youth Employment Services
- internships
- summer jobs
- job skills workshops including resumes and interviewing skills
- builds awareness of available resources
- social well-being and mental health support
- outreach and cultural activities
- indoor stage events
- outdoor activities: performances, entertainment, speakers, music, food,
- social celebrations
- adult and youth volunteer opportunities
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Settlement services for newcomers and international students, including workshops for the immigrant community
Youth Employment Services
Youth Employment Services
- internships
- summer jobs
- job skills workshops including resumes and interviewing skills
- outreach and cultural activities
- indoor stage events
- outdoor activities: performances, entertainment, speakers, music, food,
- social celebrations
- adult and youth volunteer opportunities
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Ontario. Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
1-800-387-5514 Ministry of Education Office: 416-325-2929
TTY: 1-800-268-7095
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Public Inquiries Office
Postsecondary and training services
- information on universities, colleges, and private career colleges
- information on apprenticeship programs, trade certification, and general information on financial assistance to attend a postsecondary institution
Postsecondary and training services
- develops policies and approves programs for universities and colleges
- provides funding
- registers private vocational schools
- regulates the establishment of degree-granting institutions
- supports apprenticeship programs to develop skilled workers
- creates summer employment opportunities through Ontario Summer Jobs Strategy
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COVID-19 -- in-person service may be available -- check ahead; most services remain virtual; Lighthouse Project online and distance training available; new referrals and intakes assessed over the phone; Youth Collaboration Program call 416-504-5516 ext 262 or ext 267 or email csr@yes.on.ca to register
Individual and group employment counselling, assessment, job postings, referral and follow up * employability improvement, integration into workforce * job search workshops, newcomer services, self-marketing, entrepreneurship * financial literacy course
Bizstart Entrepreneurship -- full-time, six month entrepreneurship training program helping youth start a business * offers training in marketing, business planning, management, web design and other topics * youth are matched with a mentor from business community
Lighthouse Project -- career exploration program offering labour market research and interview preparation * also offers self care and stress management strategies * 12 week paid work placement tailored to individual interests and needs
Student services -- summer and year round employment service for youth 15-30 years seeking work * workshops * volunteer and co-op placements
Summer Company -- entrepreneurship program for students aged 15-30 looking to start their own business during summer break * participants receive funding and support
Youth Collaboration Program -- helps youth find employment through group-based employment and life skills training * paid work experience placement may be offered upon completion of the training
Individual and group employment counselling, assessment, job postings, referral and follow up * employability improvement, integration into workforce * job search workshops, newcomer services, self-marketing, entrepreneurship * financial literacy course
Bizstart Entrepreneurship -- full-time, six month entrepreneurship training program helping youth start a business * offers training in marketing, business planning, management, web design and other topics * youth are matched with a mentor from business community
Lighthouse Project -- career exploration program offering labour market research and interview preparation * also offers self care and stress management strategies * 12 week paid work placement tailored to individual interests and needs
Student services -- summer and year round employment service for youth 15-30 years seeking work * workshops * volunteer and co-op placements
Summer Company -- entrepreneurship program for students aged 15-30 looking to start their own business during summer break * participants receive funding and support
Youth Collaboration Program -- helps youth find employment through group-based employment and life skills training * paid work experience placement may be offered upon completion of the training
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Support for education, housing, employment, mental and physical health, and art
- Learning Beyond Adversity education program
- Wraparound Program
- summer employment opportunities
- pre-charge diversion program
- housing assistance
- youth outreach and engagement activities
- music studio
- community engagement and research
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A safe, supportive and welcoming environment for Aboriginal students of Algonquin College. There are opportunities for career, academic and personal counselling, as well as traditional healing, meeting with Knowledge Keepers, attending socials and educational workshops.
Orientation * Individual and Group Counselling * Educational Workshops * Mental Health Services * Referrals
Orientation * Individual and Group Counselling * Educational Workshops * Mental Health Services * Referrals
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The Sandbox Centre for Shared Entrpreneurship and Innovation; 24 Maple Ave, 2nd Flr
Barrie, ON, L4N 7W4 (185km)
Barrie, ON, L4N 7W4 (185km)
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COVID-19 Response
Encourages and supports entrepreneurship in the City of Barrie, the City of Orillia, and all of Simcoe County by being a one-stop source for all small business needs. Provides entrepreneurs of all stages, from idea to growth, with business information, resources and access to referrals for their business needs.
Services include:
- Operating remotely
- In-person service being delivered via telephone or video conference
- Contact by phone at 705-720- 2445 or email at smallbusiness@barrie.ca
- Meetings or consultations arranged for this period will be conducted via phone or video conference
- For additional online support see Business Information and Support During COVID-19 resource page
Encourages and supports entrepreneurship in the City of Barrie, the City of Orillia, and all of Simcoe County by being a one-stop source for all small business needs. Provides entrepreneurs of all stages, from idea to growth, with business information, resources and access to referrals for their business needs.
Services include:
- Business feasibility and guidance
- Reliable information including one-on-one business plan consultation
- Advice on permits, licenses and regulatory requirements
- Coaching for a range of business challenges, managing cash flow and accounting, hiring and managing staff, marketing, social media, and more
- Training and networking opportunities
- Referrals to other business support services, including business incubators, government programs and shared work spaces
- For existing businesses, helps identify ways to take your business to the next level
- Site visits and one-on-one consultations are available at no charge, and workshops are often offered on topics such as E-Commerce, HR, tax changes and more
- Available tools include access to funding sources, business plan reviews, and referrals to professionals
- Helps young entrepreneurs launch start-up businesses through Futurpreneur Canada
- Offers Summer Company Program for Youth and Young Adults, ages 15-29 who are returning to school
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COVID-19 (21 Apr 2020): Staff is delivering services remotely. Métis who are in need of help accessing supports are urged to contact the MNO toll free at 1-800-263-4889 or email covidhelp@metisnation.org.
Employment and training supports as well as educational assistance for Métis people
Employment and training supports as well as educational assistance for Métis people
- job search support
- resume assistance
- training purchase
- wage subsidies
- self-employment
- bursaries
- internships
- summer career placements
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Youth Development -- for Black/African Canadian youth
- Youth Leadership Development Program: arts, heritage, mentoring and community engagement activities; youth and community safety activities
- One for One Peer Youth Mentoring Program
- Enhanced Youth Outreach Program (EYOW): short-term counselling and support, referrals
- co-op and summer employment opportunities
- mental and physical wellness information sessions
- recreational activities
- opportunity to meet with virtual mentor; computer/technology literacy training
- information and referral to community resources
- group support and information sessions
- group sessions on parenting issues
- recreational activities such as field trips and barbeques
- volunteer opportunities
- After School Homework Club -- one-on-one or small group homework help for elementary school students provided by provided by youth/young adult volunteers
- summer and March break day camps
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