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Free program for internationally trained teachers and early childhood educators. Program includes:

• 4 week employment readiness training
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Food Handlers Certification
• Introduction to child care centres, policy and procedures
• 16 week work placement
• One-on-one mentorship

Offers skill building opportunities for individuals interested in working in the steel industry. Includes: up to 8 weeks skill specific training, connections to the industry, certificate of recognition, and 8 weeks paid job placement.

A mentorship program that matches internationally educated professionals with industry-specific mentors to assist in their settlement process, language skills development, entrepreneurship guidance, and search for employment.
Mentors meet with their mentees one hour each week for up to four months.

Provides fast tracked customized training and jobs in the skilled trades for experienced and entry level trades people. Trades include:

• General Construction
• Brick Laying
• Trade Calculation
• Machine Operator
• Mechanic

Provides job seekers with industry training that enhances skill sets, productivity, safety, and workplace communication. Helps to increase job prospects and job mobility for workers in the cannabis industry in a practical learning environment.

Program requires 30 to 40 hours per week and includes:

• health and safety training
• cannabis legislation and regulations
• quality control and product packaging
• cannabis production, farm labour, sanitation, and trimming
• workplace communication
• industry exploration and career planning
• paid industry work placement

This program is made possible through the SkillsAdvance Ontario (SAO) pilot project. It is funded by the Government of Ontario, Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development.

Cooking and kitchen training in the Living Rock industrial kitchen. Provides work experience and training for at risk youth in the Hamilton community. Youth cook and participate in clean-up. Incentives for participation include volunteer hours and Rock Bucks to be used in Stacey's Place Youth Food Bank and Rock Shop.
Food produced in these programs is used to support the Oasis Coffeehouse meal programs.

REP, an educational and employment program for youth in contact with the criminal justice system.

TRI-ROCK, funded by Service Canada, is an 18 week paid employment readiness/training program that is done in 2 phases. Phase I is 8 weeks long and takes place on-site at The Living Rock where youth receive a combination of practical work experience and employment readiness skills development. For Phase II, youth are placed with an employer for 10 weeks where they gain valuable job experience.

Rock Resources includes work experience, on-site coaching and employment readiness training.

Teaches basic building skills through an intensive 12 week construction trades program.

Note: Eligible participants will be paid an allowance equivalent to the prevailing Ontario Minimum Wage rate.

Provides training, job placement programs, and other services for people with disabilities.

Due to the COVID-19, First Start Cafe is offering meals for takeaway only. Please contact for additional details.

Daytime service hours of the downtown cafe operated from the 3rd floor of the First Place building and also provides catering and home replacement meals. Also provides kitchen and food training, job opportunities and development to disenfranchised youth and people experiencing poverty.

Due to the COVID-19, First Start Cafe is offering meals for takeaway only. Please contact for additional details.

Evening service hours of the downtown cafe operated from the 3rd floor of the First Place building and also provides catering and home replacement meals. Also provides kitchen and food training, job opportunities and development to disenfranchised youth and people experiencing poverty.

The centre primarily assists those who are out of work, and youth who are out of school to assess their skills and employment potential * various programs assist job seekers with their job search activities and on the job training

Major Programs and Services:

Ontario Employment Services:
* an employment experience program
* candidates get the training and experience needed to find a job
* individual employment counselling
* job search techniques
* job placements (subsidized,unsubsidized and apprenticeship)
* educational upgrading
* career focusing
For more information see separate listing here

Pre-Apprenticeship/Apprenticeship programs:
* candidates experience the trades through free on the job training
* program runs annually * recruitment begins in January of each year pending funding

Resource Room:
* drop-in or by appointment
* self-directed access to information on careers
* training opportunities
* employment workshops
* job bank
* client phone for job search

Computer services:
Free of charge, available to those using for job search, training and education (including life-long learning)
* computers with Internet
* web-based e-mail * Microsoft 2016 Word, Excel and PowerPoint
* USB drive/flashdrive/memory stick ports
* FAX (sending only)
* free printing (max. 20 pages per day)
* scanner
* some sites, such as game sites, are blocked

Employment & Upgrading Preparation program:
* assists adults with improving their reading and writing to enhance their employment skills

Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

Service delivery is frequently changing as a result of COVID-19, please visit website for the most up-to-date information

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Group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
* trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist
* focus on citizenship & civic engagement, or skills & career development

For all ages:
* career mentorship
* settlement mentorship
* cultural presentation
* group mentorship sessions
* computer classes
* English conversation circles

For Seniors:
* English conversation circle
* social circle

For Youth:
* homework help
* art workshop
* in-school youth mentorship
* newcomer youth Leadership

Week-long day program gives hands-on activities relevant to the skilled trades for youth entering grades 7-9. Campers develop communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills. Over 20 camp locations across Ontario, including specialized camps for Aboriginal youth, girls and boys-only camps, and bilingual camps.

Provides pre-apprenticeship and career exploration programs

Skilled Trades Training Programs:
* designed to give clients the skills and experience they need to begin a career in the Skilled Trades
* a combination of in-class and hands-on shop floor training with a focus on developing both technical skills and critical employability skills
* programs are run in a fully equipped facility and are designed to get clients into the workforce fast
* all programs include Job Search Assistance

Programs include:
* Ontario Adult Apprenticeship Program
* Get in Gear
* Home Renovation for Newcomers
* Industrial Millwright Mechanic & Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship Program For Youth
* Women in Skilled Trades (WIST): Enhanced General Carpentry

Centre for Aviation Technology located at Hamilton International Airport. Student capacity is limited to 350 people. One of several permanent training sites through Mohawk College. Offering the following programs:

• Aviation Technician - Aircraft Structures (289)
• Aviation Technician - Aircraft Maintenance (269)
• Aviation Technician - Avionics Maintenance (299)

Features include:

• Only Boeing 737 NG Virtual Maintenance Training system in a Canadian College
• Separate permanent turbine and piston engine labs
• Outside space for operational planes (including Boeing 727)
• Hangar space for 20 static aircraft (including an Ornge Sikorski helicopter, Falcon corporate jet)

An innovative not-for-profit social enterprise focusing on partnership, mentorship and workforce development

• work to build stronger connections between educators, employers and the students who will make up our future workforce
• deliver an interactive and informative Career Awareness Program, facilitate meaningful experiential learning opportunities, host inspiring community events, and manage multiple online communities with a focus on workforce development

Major programs and services:

ApprenticeSearch.com:

Online matching service that connects job seekers and employers in the skilled trades

• supports a variety of job seekers, including 0-year to 4th year apprentices, and also 'non-apprentices', such as individuals looking for trades experiences and general labourer roles
• Job Coaches help ready candidates for their next role, and provide candidates with necessary basic certifications, PPE and employment skills training
• Job Developers provide services to the employers who are hiring, including screening/shorting listing candidates and intentional matching for posted roles on our site

Career Development Lab:

Career Centre provides programs and services that support students as they prepare to transition into high school, allowing them to imagine a post-secondary pathway that will set them up for future success

• interactive and student-driven Career Awareness Program provides students with access to current information on a wide range of career options for a variety of learners
• complements and extends career/life planning beyond the classroom and is designed to support students as they prepare to make the transition to secondary school

Virtual Career Lab:

Lab icludes activities, resources, and relevant information in order to make informed and inspired career decisions

• modelled after the in house Career Awareness Programming, which has been serving students across Halton for almost three decades.

Women as Caeer Coaches:

An evening event that brings together young women from the community with adult mentors from all pathways

• over dinner, youth and mentors have the opportunity to engage in informal mentorship conversations, listen to a line-up of inspiring spotlight speakers, and participate in a panel discussion on career pathways

The service offers a number of community initiatives for youth in Halton Region:

Children's Safety Village

• a miniature town with buildings, paved roads, traffic signals, railroad crossing and sidewalks on a 1.5 acre site adjacent to Police Headquarters
• free field trips to Kindergarten, Grade 2 and Grade 3 classes in Halton Region
• village is not open to the general public
• for more information visit the website or contact Sgt. Ric Judson at 905-878-4747 ext 4727 or email richard.judson@haltonpolice.ca

PEACE (Police Ethnic And Cultural Education Youth Leadership Program)

• for high school students
• students improve their cultural proficiency, communication and leadership skills
• for more information visit the website, contact your High School Liaison Officer or call Cst. Ron Ferlin at 905-825-4747 ext 5169 or email ron.ferlin@haltonpolice.ca

Youth In Policing Initiative (Y.I.P.I.)

• available to six high school students annually
• students participate in various sections of the police services, support community initiatives and learn valuable life and employment skills
• for more information visit the website

T.R.A.C.K. (Teen Random Acts of Community Kindness)

• a volunteer program for youth ages 13 - 18 who want to work with police to make a difference in their community
• participants work alongside police officers and community partners to help promote sustainable life-skills, self-esteem, leadership, diversity, kindness, respect, trust and responsibility while completing fun and meaningful acts of kindness
• registration is required and a waiver must be completed
• for more information contact Cst. Ron Ferlin at 905-825-4747 ext 5169 or email ron.ferlin@haltonpolice.ca

A state-of-the-art facility, designed to train and improve the skills of firefighters

Campus includes:
* Training Division offices and classrooms
* multi-use practical training situations
* realistic and practical simulations allow crews to respond to fire, rescue and medical scenarios in and around a simulated streetscape

The six-acre facility features:
* live burning tower
* driver training area
* water rescue pond
* working traffic lights
* hydro poles
* manholes
* level railway crossing

Simulations allow firefighters to gain real-life experience in a controlled setting. Possible simulations available at this facility include:
* firefighting and rescue
* technical rope rescue
* water and ice rescue
* auto extrication
* confined space rescue
* hazardous materials response
* emergency medical

* campus creates a community based facility capable of realistic, multi-company drills for fire personnel, and larger scale emergency simulations for other emergency services
* organizations currently using the facility include outside fire and emergency services, accredited educational institutions and local industry and business

Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

Service delivery is frequently changing as a result of COVID-19, please visit website for the most up-to-date information

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Group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
* trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist
* focus on citizenship & civic engagement, or skills & career development

For all ages:
* career mentorship
* settlement mentorship
* cultural presentation
* group mentorship sessions
* computer classes
* English conversation circles

For Seniors:
* English conversation circle
* social circle

For Youth:
* homework help
* art workshop
* in-school youth mentorship
* newcomer youth Leadership

Provides a range of support services to children, youth and adults who have developmental disabilities and their families

Community Day Services:

• XCEL: offer a variety of activities, creating exciting opportunities for people to develop their skills while building relationships with others * offered Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4pm * contact Julie Bisbicos, Day Services Manager at 905-464-5838

Residential Services

• supported independent living: offers varying amounts of support to people where they live based on their individual needs
• 24 hour support: provides support for up to 5 people residing in a group living setting

Employment services:

• helps individuals to find/maintain employment in the community
• job coaches work with the person and employer to achieve successful employment in the Oakville area
• job coaches also provide support for a volunteer/work experience, work training and/or situational assessment

Summer Respite:

• provides a safe and caring environment for children and young adults between the ages of 5 to 21
• activities include games, music, sports, arts and crafts and life skills
• contact Neil Rogers, 289-795-5130

Senior Connections:

• funded by New Horizons Seniors Program
• offers adults 55+ the opportunity to attend recreation and leisure activities that promote health and wellness and foster relationship building with community members
• contact Neil Rogers, 289-795-5130

Services and Programs:

• Community Participation Supports - Day Services
• Residential Services

The TRIEC Mentoring Partnership matches immigrant professionals (mentees) with an established professional from the same profession (mentors)

• for 1.5 hours weekly over a 3 month period the mentor acts as a resource to facilitate access to Canadian experience, skills and connections
• program is a community partner of the Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC)
• visit the website for further information

Indigenous national charity

• invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people for the long-term benefit of these individuals, their families and communities, and Canada
  
• serves First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students in remote communities, rural areas and urban centres across Canada
  
• disburses financial awards, delivers programs, and shares resources with the goal of increasing graduation rates for Indigenous students
  
• provides educator resources to serve educators, communities, rural areas, and other stakeholders who are committed to improving kindergarten to grade 12 Indigenous student success>/ul>

Continuing Education courses are offered at three locations in Brampton, Oakville and Mississauga.

Professional Study Courses to earn a Recognition of Achievement (ROA) or a Sheridan Certificate are available in subject areas including:

• Fine Arts, Media and Design
  
• Language Communication and Culture
  
• Professional Development
  
• Liberal Arts and Science
  
• Engineering Sciences and Environment
  
• Information Technology
  
• Health and Community

Business:

• Entrepreneurship
  
• Human Resources
  
• Operations and Systems
  
• Administration
  
• Accounting and Finance
  
• Marketing and Sales

Many courses are available through Online Learning

Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

Service delivery is frequently changing as a result of COVID-19, please visit website for the most up-to-date information

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Group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
* trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist
* focus on citizenship & civic engagement, or skills & career development

For all ages:
* career mentorship
* settlement mentorship
* cultural presentation
* group mentorship sessions
* computer classes
* English conversation circles

For Seniors:
* English conversation circle
* social circle

For Youth:
* homework help
* art workshop
* in-school youth mentorship
* newcomer youth Leadership