Searching for Youth Employment

Provides training and support services for persons with developmental disabilities to enrich quality of life, wellness, individual/social functioning and community integration

Services

• programs for individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages
• family support and parents group
• community education, outreach, and partnerships
• Zoom programs

Adult Programs

• daily living enrichment program (Mon-Fri day program)
• job venture and vocational training
• group living adaptation program
• personal growth enhancement program (1:1 training)
• Saturday social club

Children's Programs

• Kids Link Social Club
• personal growth enhancement program (1:1 training)
• children's interest/extracurricular classes
• summer/winter/March break holiday camps

Youth Programs

• Youth Connect Social Club
• personal growth enhancement program (1:1 training)
• mentorship program
• youth counselling
• volunteer/vocational training projects
• summer/winter/March break holiday camps

COVID19 Update -- office closed to in-person service; programs and support available virtually until further notice

Offers individualized employment training for youth

• resume and cover letter writing
• interview skills
• networking and career exploration

York Region Campus -- 14-week IT sector-specific technical and soft skills training for youth

Settlement services for newcomers and international students, including workshops for the immigrant community

Youth Employment Services

• internships
• summer jobs
• job skills workshops including resumes and interviewing skills

Community Events

• outreach and cultural activities
• indoor stage events
• outdoor activities: performances, entertainment, speakers, music, food,
• social celebrations
• adult and youth volunteer opportunities

Drop-in Lounge with

• recreational activities
• computer lab
• audio/visual Studio
• full kitchen
• job board
• room rentals

Settlement Services

• one-on-one supportive counselling on site or by phone

English Language and Education

• conversation circle
• conversation group for beginner French
• homework club tutoring grades 9-12
• reading and writing clubs
• high school student English writing workshops

Pre-Employment and Education Help

• job search workshops
• resume and cover letter writing
• university and college preparation

Leadership and Life Skills Training

• Healthy Living and Physical Fitness including emergency first aid and CPR training
• March break and summer camps

Volunteering

• iCAN Committee represents youth voices within IYC to plan events, volunteer opportunities

Settlement services for newcomers and international students including workshops for the immigrant community

Youth Employment Services

• internships
• summer jobs
• job skills workshops including resumes and interviewing skills

Senior Support

• builds awareness of available resources
• social well-being and mental health support

Community Events

• outreach and cultural activities
• indoor stage events
• outdoor activities: performances, entertainment, speakers, music, food,
• social celebrations
• adult and youth volunteer opportunities

COVID-19 Update -- For information on the YMCA's response to COVID-19, including programming and service alerts CLICK HERE

Comprehensive employment and job search services

• assessment of skills, interests and experience
• job search strategies, including resume preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
• on-the-job training, work experience
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers

• training program must demonstrate good job prospects
• financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

• matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Youth Job Connection -- paid pre-employment training

• job matching
• paid job placements with placement supports for participants and hiring incentives for employers
• mentorship
• education and work transitions supports

Youth Job Connection Summer -- summer job opportunities and part-time job placements during the year

COVID-19 -- some programs temporarily adapted to operate virtually

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Comprehensive employment and job search services

• assessment of skills, interests and experience
• job search strategies, including resume preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
• on-the-job training, work experience
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario -- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers

• training program must demonstrate good job prospects
• financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

• matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees

• available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees

Youth Job Connection -- paid pre-employment training

• job matching
• paid job placements with placement supports for participants and hiring incentives for employers
• mentorship
• education and work transitions supports

Youth Job Connection Summer -- summer job opportunities and part-time job placements during the year

COVID-19 Update -- For information on the YMCA's response to COVID-19, including programming and service alerts CLICK HERE


Comprehensive employment and job search services

• assessment of skills, interests and experience
• job search strategies, including resume preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
• on-the-job training, work experience
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario Program -- skills training and financial support for laid-off workersBetter Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers

• training program must demonstrate good job prospects
• financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

• matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees

• available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees

Youth Job Connection -- paid pre-employment training

• job matching
• paid job placements with placement supports for participants and hiring incentives for employers
• mentorship
• education and work transitions supports

Youth Job Connection Summer -- summer job opportunities and part-time job placements during the year

COVID19 -- Tropicana Employment Centre open Monday-Friday for in-person services; call 416 491-7000 to book an appointment.

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Comprehensive Employment and Job Search Services

• assessment of skills, interests and experience
• job search strategies, including resume preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
• on-the-job training, work experience
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid-off workers

• training program must demonstrate good job prospects
• financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance

Services for Employers

• help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Canada-Ontario Job Grant

• financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
• available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees

Youth Job Connection

• paid pre-employment services
• job matching, paid job placements with placement supports for participants and hiring incentives for employers
• mentorship, education and work transition supports

Youth Job Connection Summer

• summer job opportunities and part-time job placements during the year

COVID19 -- Tropicana Employment Centre open Monday-Friday for in-person services; call 416 491-7000 to book an appointment.
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Tropicana Employment Centre (TEC) is open year round for unemployed individuals. Participants receive access to agency resource centre and services

Services include:

• training: participants receive access to Tropicana Employment Centre training workshops
• job placements: participants may be offered a job placement
• one-on-one employment counselling: employment counsellors assist with career planning, job search, resume and cover letter preparation, interview skills and job maintenance
• job trials: allows participants to work in a job for a few days giving employer and participant opportunity to see if job is a good fit and, if interested, to pursue a full-time position. While on a job trial, clients are typically paid directly by TEC
• training support: offers help in the form of transit fare, interview clothing, tools for jobs if required, and other necessities to find and sustain employment
• other support: may include, but not limited to, assistance with housing, social assistance, disability support, education and literacy programs or other training

netWORKS Program

Mentoring program for youth and and young adults between 18-29 years, offering participants opportunities to:

• meet new career role models and expand professional network
• build confidence
• get real world advice about how to find a job
• obtain information about corporate work environment
• get constructive feedback about career ideas and job search.

Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program -- auto body and collision damage repair training

• auto body trade basics with toolkit and course material provided
• 6 weeks pre-employment training including interview preparation, resume writing, WHMIS training, employment counselling, job coaching
• 13 week course offered at Centennial College
• 12 week paid work placement

Also offers TRIEC (Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council) Mentoring Partnership

• helps immigrant professionals reconnect with their careers -- see separate listing

COVID19 -- Employment services offered online or by phone; contact organization for service updates


Employment Programs for Youth

Programs offered at locations in Richmond Hill, Markham and across York Region include:


Specialized Training for Employment Program (STEP), 647-637-6023

• employment training and supports to youth with barriers and who self-identify with mental health challenges including first aid and workplace safety training if needed
• counselling, one-on-one job coaching and paid work placement opportunities
• for ages 15-30 who are unemployed and not attending full time school

Base 4 Success (B4S), 647-393-3749

• 12 week paid pre-employment training and paid work placements for youth who face barriers to employment
• for youth 15-30 who are currently unemployed and not attending full time school

Youth Job Connection (YJC)

• 3 weeks paid pre-employment workshops; can include certification such as first aid and workplace safety if required by employer
• job developer assists youth to find paid employment after pre-employment workshops
• for youth 15 to 29 years old who are currently unemployed and not attending full time school

Youth Job Connection Summer (YJCS)

• supports secondary school students with multiple barriers gain work experience either throughout summer vacation or at a maximum of 10 hours per week during school year
• participants must complete 20 hours of paid pre-employment training prior to employment placement
• for ages 15 to 18 years old who are unemployed and currently enrolled in school

Youth Success Strategy (YSS) 647-229-4183

• guides youth through job search process
• resume/cover letter assistance; interview preparation

Every Bite Matters (EBM), 416-988-3164

• 14-week paid employment program for youth ages 15 to 30 years who face barriers to employment and are interested in culinary skill development
• youth placed during weeks 10 to 14 with 24 hours/week in a culinary-focused employment placement

Immigrant Resource Centre -- multiservice centre with newcomer, job seeker and family services for all ages

Settlement and Employment Services

• information and referral
• orientation, needs assessment
• translation and interpretation
• supportive counselling
• bridging services
• form filling
• workshops and tours
• seasonal income tax clinic

Community Connections Mentorship Program

• 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, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development - contact 416-940-3360

Professional Development and Small Business Resource Centre

• walk-in centre
• resource materials for internationally trained professionals
• business information
• referrals

Settlement and Integration Resource Centre

• drop-in centre providing settlement and integration information and resources
• access to computers, Internet

Settlement and Education Partnerships in Toronto (SEPT) (Settlement Workers in Schools)

• outreach program based in elementary and secondary schools from mid-August to end of June, and in libraries and summer school programs from July to mid-August
• homework club
• multi-languages service in North York area, connecting parents and students with the schools, parent interviews with schools, parenting group sessions, settlement information sessions - contact 416-292-7510 ext 301

Employment Resource Centre

• walk-in job search centre
• access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier, telephone
• staff assistance available
• resource materials
• job boards
• labour market information
• resume clinics
• mock interviews
• workshops

Early Years Services

• EarlyON Child and Family Centre, preschool education program for children and their parents
• social and learning skills for preschool children
• parenting education
• parent-child interactive activities

Children and Youth Programs

• after school program
• summer camp
• Saturday enrichment classes
• leadership and life skills training, homework help
• employment readiness

Seniors and Family Programs

• form filling
• supportive counselling
• client intervention assistance
• social, educational and recreational programs
• support groups
• health information workshops

Volunteer Services

• training and development
• placements
• public education

Community Kitchen including

• food skills training programs
• also facilities or hall rentals

COVID-19 Update -- For information on the YMCA's response to COVID-19, including programming and service alerts CLICK HERE


Comprehensive employment and job search services

• assessment of skills, interests and experience
• job search strategies, including resume preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
• on-the-job training, work experience
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers

• training program must demonstrate good job prospects
• financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

• matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Canada-Ontario Job Grant -- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees

• available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees

Youth Job Connection -- paid pre-employment training

• job matching
• paid job placements with placement supports for participants and hiring incentives for employers
• mentorship
• education and work transitions supports

Youth Job Connection Summer -- summer job opportunities and part-time job placements during the year

International development and local education programs, including youth employment readiness, tutor training, information and referral

Get Job Ready
Youth employment program includes 4-day employment readiness training workshop to develop leadership skills, volunteerism, critical thinking, problem solving, social connections

• job search skills
• resume writing
• job interview preparation
• networking strategies
• financial literacy
• leveraging social media

Licensed to Learn (L2L)
Academic support and educational opportunities through participating schools and community groups, call for information

• tutor training for grades 6 and up
• peer tutor programming open to all grades

COVID19Telephone or virtual services only; for intake or to reach a service provider, call Intake 416-438-3697 ext 12248

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Includes group workshops, mentorship and volunteer opportunities, mental health education and support, homework help and educational supports, and employment skills development

Welcoming Communities
Group orientation activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees with trained volunteer mentors

• help in establishing social and professional networks
• development of citizenship and civic engagement
• skills and career development

Settlement Program
Includes orientation and counselling, needs and eligibility assessments, information and referral to community resources, service bridging, language and skills training, interpretation and translation, job search and employment counselling

• assistance in establishing social and professional networks
• assistance in accessing services

COVID19 Update:

• As of March 7, 2022 in-person services are available at all JVS Toronto locations. Services also available virtually.

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This is a satellite location for Employment Ontario programming:

Comprehensive employment and job search services

• assessment of skills, interests and experience
• job search strategies, including resume preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
• on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment and information and referral to other employment and community services

Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers

• training program must demonstrate good job prospects
• financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance

Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements

• matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention

Newcomer Youth programming:

Connections for Success -- for newcomer youth

• career exploration, information and referral, workshops on financial planning, volunteer opportunities
• mentorship available
• special workshops for girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)

Employment programs and Security Guard training program

• life and employability skills development
• assistance with entry into the workforce
• some programs provide tuition assistance for skills training at eligible private career colleges (programs must meet Funder criteria)
• employment assistance for persons with disabilities

Employment placement -- finding the job and adapting to the workplace

Job search centre

• resumes and employment preparation workshops
• career assessment
• job interview skills
• personal and vocational counselling
• life skills training
• staff assistance available
• resource materials, labour market information
• access to computers, Internet, fax, photocopier, telephone

Employment placement -- finding the job and adapting to the workplace

COVID19 24-hour crisis line, telephone counselling and virtual programs available; restrictions and modifications for some programs; instruction provided to assist in online participation, and tablets available for lending to seniors without devices; visit TUTFS website for details, including registration information

Telephone Counselling
Immediate emotional support, crisis intervention or suicide prevention

• links to other appropriate emergency services
• face-to-face individual, group and family counselling
• community outreach counselling and visitation for clients facing barriers to accessing services
• information and referral
• translation and interpretation
• counselling education and volunteer training program
• public education and awareness
• health promotion, including recreation and social activities

Telephone Crisis Intervention Services
24-hour emotional support for individuals experiencing distress, grief, conflict, depression or other crisis

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In-person Counselling Services
Anonymous, confidential counselling for individuals, groups, couples and families

Children's Programs

• Little Steps, Big Steps for kindergarten to grade 6
• homework club
• summer camp

Health Programs

• home hospice program and palliative care provided by trained volunteers
• healthy lifestyle workshops
• smoke-free education for youth
• diabetes prevention program
• visitation for community members who are ill

Parenting Programs

• Focus on Early Years and Mothers
• Focus on Fathers
• parenting skills workshops, including workshop with parents and their children

Seniors Programs

• English café
• reassurance program including counselling and visitation
• outreach services
• recreation including singing, art and digital storytelling classes
• online virtual seminars such as Sing-A-Long Musical Class, Expressive Art Class, Dance Class

Violence Prevention Education
Anger management and conflict resolution classes and workshops

Youth Programs

• employment seminars, career development, leadership training, life skills workshops
• Mind and Motion Program, 2-weeks summer volunteering (August) retreat
• tobacco-free campaign program
• facilitation skills workshop
• mentoring program
• recreational activities

Programs to improve careers, education, and empowerment of Young Black Professionals that are holistic, person-centred, and culturally relevant.

Runs programs in five labour market gaps: Tech, Trades, Film, Social Services, and Hospitality

• Kitchen Masters, Trade Linx, Digital Technology, Company Challenge
• partners with local businesses to provide job, mentorship and internship/placement opportunities for youth
• co-hosts Branded Youth Marketing Conference

Settlement services for immigrants and newcomers, as well as programs for youth, women and families

• information and referral
• employment preparation, job search workshops
• self employment, business integration training
• computer and Internet training,
• networking groups for newcomer women and seniors
• French language classes
• Parenting/Caregiver evening workshops to build parenting skills, manage conflict, navigate the school system, parenting program for families
• basic sewing and fashion design program
• crime prevention programs
• senior support programs
• Scarborough Afro-Caribbean festival every year in August, including career fair

Programs for Children and Youth

• summer youth entrepreneurship program
• information technology training and web development training for youth
• mentoring, recreation and after school programs for children and youth, including those at risk
• youth outreach worker for Black youth helping with counselling, career planning, employment support

Career Skills Development and Employment Retention Training Program

• for Black youth 22-35 years to enter high opportunity fields such as technology
• trained in leadership, career building and professional development skills
• services include mentorship, connection to employers, paid placement opportunities and wraparound support

Computer Donations -- donations of new or refurbished laptops, desktop computers and accessories accepted

COVID19 -- all offices are open for appointments , services are offered remotely over the phone, zoom, email

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Youth Job Connection

• paid pre-employment services
• job matching, paid job placements with placement supports for participants and hiring incentives for employers
• mentorship, education and work transition supports

Youth Job Connection Summer

• summer job opportunities and part-time job placements during the year

COVID19 -- Life Success Strategies offered online; other services continue by phone, email, and video, online workshops and webinars available; offices are closed except for refugee shelters; see website page linked here for phone numbers to contact staff at specific services
COVID-19: SERVICE NOTICE

Career exploration and employment preparation

• 3 week program including confidence building, skills assessment, communication skills, networking, community information, stress management, resume writing and interview skills