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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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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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Support for education, housing, employment, mental and physical health, food access and art
Community food distribution; in partnership with Second Harvest Canada (see separate listing)
- Learning Beyond Adversity education program
- Wraparound Program
- summer employment opportunities
- pre-charge diversion program
- housing assistance
- youth outreach and engagement activities
- music studio
- seniors computer literacy
- community engagement and research
Community food distribution; in partnership with Second Harvest Canada (see separate listing)
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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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Individual and group employment counselling, assessment,referral and follow up to improve employability and integration into workforce
- also offers access to job search workshops and job postings
- services for newcomers
- self-marketing, entrepreneurship and a financial literacy courses
- offers training in marketing, business planning, management, web design and other topics
- youth are matched with a mentor from business community
- also offers self care and stress management strategies
- 12 week paid work placement tailored to individual interests and needs
- offers workshops and volunteer and co-op placements
- participants receive funding and support
- paid work experience placement may be offered upon completion of the training
- 8-week painting trade training program including health and safety, WHMIS, first aid and other safety training and life skills
- access to a 12-week job placement opportunity
- access to seasonal and permanent employment opportunities
- includes facilitated support in introductory cybersecurity skills
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Youth Development -- for Black/African Canadian youth
Winter clothing items needed; to make a donation or for more information email Jeff Msangi: msangij@africancommunityservices.com
- 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
Winter clothing items needed; to make a donation or for more information email Jeff Msangi: msangij@africancommunityservices.com
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Federal Government Services, Georgetown
Service Canada 1-800-622-6232 (1-800-O-Canada);
CPP/OAS 1-800-277-9914 ;
Employers Hiring Foreign Workers 1-866-556-5518 ;
Record of Employment - Services for Employers: Orders, Information and Record of Employment on the Web (ROE Web) 1-800-367-5693 ;
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Program 1-866-274-6627 ;
Telephone Information Service (Employment Insurance) 1-800-206-7218 ;
Telephone Reporting Service (Employment Insurance) 1-800-531-7555 Visit Website
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One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services includes: All Canadians
- apprenticeship grants
- benefits finder
- job bank
- labour market information
- passport application
- passport receiving agent service
- Social Insurance Number (SIN) application
Employers and organizations
- funding programs
- hiring foreign workers
- human resource management
- Record of Employment (ROE)
Families and children
- Canada Child Benefit
- Canada Pension Plan children's benefits
- Canada Pension Plan death benefit
- Canada Pension Plan survivor's pension
- Employment Insurance family supplement
- Employment Insurance maternity and parental benefits
- Employment Insurance special benefits for parents of critically ill children
Labour and workplace information
- labour standards
- occupational health and safety
- wage earner protection program
- workplace equity
Newcomers to Canada
- foreign credentials referral
People with disabilities
- Canada Pension Plan disability benefits
- opportunities fund for people with disabilities
Seniors
- Allowance program
- Allowance for the Survivor program
- Canada Pension Plan retirement pension
- Canadian government annuities
- Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)
- international benefits
- Old Age Security (OAS)
Veterans
- Veterans Affairs Canada
Workers
- Canadian forces recruitment awareness
- Employment Insurance regular benefits
- Employment Insurance sickness benefits
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) recruitment awareness
Youth and Students
- Canada Pension Plan Disability (18-25 years of age)
- Canada Pension Plan Survivors (18-25 years of age)
- Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ)
- career focus
- job search assistance
- Skills Link
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Offers a variety of programs aimed at engaging all members of the community including youth, adults, and seniors
Black History Tours: Bike or Walk
- CCAH offers tours regarding Oakville's rich Black history in Kerr Village and Bronte Harbour
CCAH Reading Corner
- in partnership with the Milton Public Library
- hosting book readings virtually that feature Black authors
Inspire the Leaders of Tomorrow
- in partnership with Halton Regional Police Services
- annual Youth Leadership in Action workshops, for youth 12-18 yrs
- use various art forms to explore the topics of cultural identity, conflict resolution, time management, and goal setting
- eligible participants earn community involvement hours towards their high school community service requirement
Canada Summer Jobs
- in partnership with Employment and Social Development Canada
- helping young people between 15 and 30 yrs, particularly those facing barriers to employment, get the information and gain the skills, work experience and abilities they need to transition successfully into the labour market
CCAH Summer Day Camp
- Black-led program for racialized and marginalized families living in Halton Region that identify as Black, Indigenous or people of colour with a Caribbean or African heritage.
- Juniors aged 6-8; Seniors aged 9-11
Sizzlin' Halton
- in partnership with local chefs, CCAH has created six educational cooking classes that focus on cultural foods
From Clef Notes to Canvas
- an interactive and facilitated art session that takes emotion felt from songs to fuel creation on canvas
- painting experience is not required
- session facilitated by Omar 'Oms' Hopkinson, a member of Arts Milton Board of Directors
Steelpan Lessons
- Fall, Winter and Spring sessions
- a unique cross-generational program that invites both youth and seniors to learn the art of steelpan
- improve concentration and memory while socializing and having fun
Parang Lessons
- Fall, Winter and Spring sessions
- Parang is a popular folk music originating from Trinidad and Tobago and is practiced throughout the Caribbean
- learn to play the ukulele, cuatro, guitar or selection of percussion instruments
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Federal Government Services, Oakville
Service Canada 1-800-622-6232 (1-800-O-Canada);
CPP/OAS 1-800-277-9914 ;
Employers Hiring Foreign Workers 1-866-556-5518 ;
Record of Employment - Services for Employers: Orders, Information and Record of Employment on the Web (ROE Web) 1-800-367-5693 ;
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Program 1-866-274-6627 ;
Telephone Information Service (Employment Insurance) 1-800-206-7218 ;
Telephone Reporting Service (Employment Insurance) 1-800-531-7555 Visit Website
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One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services includes: All Canadians
- apprenticeship grants
- benefits finder
- job bank
- labour market information
- passport application
- passport receiving agent service
- Social Insurance Number (SIN) application
Employers and organizations
- funding programs
- hiring foreign workers
- human resource management
- Record of Employment (ROE)
Families and children
- Canada Child Benefit
- Canada Pension Plan children's benefits
- Canada Pension Plan death benefit
- Canada Pension Plan survivor's pension
- Employment Insurance family supplement
- Employment Insurance maternity and parental benefits
- Employment Insurance special benefits for parents of critically ill children
Labour and workplace information
- labour standards
- occupational health and safety
- wage earner protection program
- workplace equity
Newcomers to Canada
- foreign credentials referral
People with disabilities
- Canada Pension Plan disability benefits
- opportunities fund for people with disabilities
Seniors
- Allowance program
- Allowance for the Survivor program
- Canada Pension Plan retirement pension
- Canadian government annuities
- Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)
- international benefits
- Old Age Security (OAS)
Veterans
- Veterans Affairs Canada
Workers
- Canadian forces recruitment awareness
- Employment Insurance regular benefits
- Employment Insurance sickness benefits
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) recruitment awareness
Youth and Students
- Canada Pension Plan Disability (18-25 years of age)
- Canada Pension Plan Survivors (18-25 years of age)
- Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ)
- career focus
- job search assistance
- Skills Link
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How to Find - Employment, Apprenticeship, Training and Literacy Programs
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Overview of programs ranging from basic education and literacy to workforce preparation, career training and job search assistance programs, and directs to other related listings in this directory
ADULT LITERACY & BASIC EDUCATION
Reading, writing, speaking, communication, computation and/or problem solving skills:
- for adults who cannot read or write at a functional level) see Adult Literacy Programs here
- to strengthen functional skills in these areas see Adult Basic Education programs here
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- to complete at locations in Halton, see here
PREPARING & TRAINING FOR THE WORKFORCE
Prevocational Training (for people with disabilities, including mental health issues)
Instruction and/or counselling to develop:
- physical and emotional tolerance for work demands and pressures
- personal-social behaviours
- basic manual, academic and communications skills needed to acquire basic job skills
- see Prevocational Training programs here
Career Awareness and Counselling
- Career Awareness (provides information and data about various industries and professions): see here
- Career Counselling (provides information and guidance in evaluating aptitude, abilities and interests, to choose a vocation or career and select the type of training): see here
Vocational Assessment
Tests skills, abilities, interests, personality traits and other attributes for success in different occupational areas or specific positions
- may include programs that allow people to try out jobs for short periods of time to see if there's a 'fit' and, for people with disabilities, determine what supports might be needed to succeed if hired
- for programs see here
Job Training
- Vocational Education, see here
- On the Job Training, see here
- Computer and Related Technology Classes, see here
Work Experience/Internship Programs
Apprenticeship
Job training expense assistance
Financial assistance or loans to help people pay for tuition, books, living expenses, transportation, disability supports, assistance in caring for dependents etc.
- for programs see here
JOB SEARCH
Pre-job Guidance
Provides skills in preparing a resume, job application letters/questionnaires, answering job ads and taking employment tests, tips on appropriate dress, personal appearance and interview techniques, etc.)
- for programs see here
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centres
One-stop centres that may include job counselling, testing and assessment, pre-job guidance, job matching and referral, labour market and career information, information on financial aid for education and training, and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counselling, etc.
- for programs see here
Specialized Job Assistance Centres:
Disability-related programs:
- Comprehensive Disability-related Programs, see here
- Supported Employment (job coach works side-by-side with client in workplace), see here
- Centre-based Employment (separate and supported work centres for those with disabilities), see here
Ex-offender Employment Programs, see here
Immigrant/refugee Employment Programs, see here
Indigenous Employment Programs, see here
Summer Employment Programs, see here
Vocational Rehabilitation (for people with disabilities, emotional problems or history of substance abuse), see here
Youth Employment Programs, see here
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How to Find - Student / Youth Summer Jobs
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General list of services designed to assist youth, aged 15-30, with finding summer employment. This is not a complete list of all services available.
Youth Job Bank
- the primary source for information on the availability of positions funded through the program in order to help youth to find employment opportunities
- listing of support programs, and different jobs available through the Ontario Government
Halton Region
- Summer Company - helps enterprising students between the ages of 15 and 29 start and run their own summer business
- Youth Job Connection Summer - summer job opportunities and part-time job placements during the year
- Employment Halton
- Summer Student Program - runs from May to August each year, providing individuals with four months of hands-on experience and opening countless doors
- Region of Halton Job Postings
Municipal Summer Jobs
- Oakville - Summer employment positions are posted from the first week of December until the third week of January
- Burlington
- Milton
- Halton Hills
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Federal Government Services, Milton
Service Canada 1-800-622-6232 (1-800-O-Canada);
CPP/OAS 1-800-277-9914 ;
Employers Hiring Foreign Workers 1-866-556-5518 ;
Record of Employment - Services for Employers: Orders, Information and Record of Employment on the Web (ROE Web) 1-800-367-5693 ;
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Program 1-866-274-6627 ;
Telephone Information Service (Employment Insurance) 1-800-206-7218 ;
Telephone Reporting Service (Employment Insurance) 1-800-531-7555 Visit Website
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Short Description
One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services includes: All Canadians
- apprenticeship grants
- benefits finder
- job bank
- labour market information
- passport application
- passport receiving agent service
- Social Insurance Number (SIN) application
Employers and organizations
- funding programs
- hiring foreign workers
- human resource management
- Record of Employment (ROE)
Families and children
- Canada Child Benefit
- Canada Pension Plan children's benefits
- Canada Pension Plan death benefit
- Canada Pension Plan survivor's pension
- Employment Insurance family supplement
- Employment Insurance maternity and parental benefits
- Employment Insurance special benefits for parents of critically ill children
Labour and workplace information
- labour standards
- occupational health and safety
- wage earner protection program
- workplace equity
Newcomers to Canada
- foreign credentials referral
People with disabilities
- Canada Pension Plan disability benefits
- opportunities fund for people with disabilities
Seniors
- Allowance program
- Allowance for the Survivor program
- Canada Pension Plan retirement pension
- Canadian government annuities
- Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)
- international benefits
- Old Age Security (OAS)
Veterans
- Veterans Affairs Canada
Workers
- Canadian forces recruitment awareness
- Employment Insurance regular benefits
- Employment Insurance sickness benefits
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) recruitment awareness
Youth and Students
- Canada Pension Plan Disability (18-25 years of age)
- Canada Pension Plan Survivors (18-25 years of age)
- Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ)
- career focus
- job search assistance
- Skills Link
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Youth Entrepreneur Programs - Summer Company
1-866-442-5866 Mon-Sun 24 hours 905-825-6000 or call 3-1-1
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As part of a province-wide youth entrepreneurship strategy, the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade offers Summer Company delivered by Halton Region Small Business Centre
- provides hands-on business training and mentoring if your application is accepted with awards of up to $3,000 (up to $1,500 for start-up costs, and up to $1,500 after successful completion of the program)
- helps enterprising students start and run their own summer business and develop entrepreneurial skills and experience
- must be between the ages of 15 and 29, returning to school in the fall of 2023 (application deadline: May 19, 2023)
- business plans for program via online applications only
- competitive program with limited spaces that fill up quickly
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Federal Government Services, Burlington
Service Canada 1-800-622-6232 (1-800-O-Canada);
CPP/OAS 1-800-277-9914 ;
Employers Hiring Foreign Workers 1-866-556-5518 ;
Record of Employment - Services for Employers 1-800-367-5693 ;
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Program 1-866-274-6627 ;
Telephone Information Service (Employment Insurance) 1-800-206-7218 ;
Telephone Reporting Service (Employment Insurance) 1-800-531-7555 Visit Website
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Short Description
One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services includes:
All Canadians
- apprenticeship grants
- benefits finder
- job bank
- labour market information
- passport application
- Social Insurance Number (SIN) application
Employers and organizations
- funding programs
- hiring foreign workers
- human resource management
- Record of Employment (ROE)
Families and children
- Canada Child Benefit
- Canada Pension Plan children's benefits
- Canada Pension Plan death benefit
- Canada Pension Plan survivor's pension
- Employment Insurance family supplement
- Employment Insurance maternity and parental benefits
- Employment Insurance special benefits for parents of critically ill children
Labour and workplace information
- labour standards
- occupational health and safety
- wage earner protection program
- workplace equity
Newcomers to Canada
- foreign credentials referral
People with disabilities
- Canada Pension Plan disability benefits
- opportunities fund for people with disabilities
Seniors
- Allowance program
- Allowance for the Survivor program
- Canada Pension Plan retirement pension
- Canadian government annuities
- Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)
- international benefits
- Old Age Security (OAS)
Veterans
- Veterans Affairs Canada
Workers
- Canadian forces recruitment awareness
- Employment Insurance regular benefits
- Employment Insurance sickness benefits
- Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) recruitment awareness
Youth and Students
- Canada Pension Plan Disability (18-25 years of age)
- Canada Pension Plan Survivors (18-25 years of age)
- Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ)
- career focus
- job search assistance
- Skills Link
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The Sandbox Centre for Shared Entrpreneurship and Innovation, 24 Maple Ave, 2nd Flr
Barrie, ON, L4N 7W4 (66km)
Barrie, ON, L4N 7W4 (66km)
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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:
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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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
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Offers a number of employment and internship programs for youth, including:
Summer jobs for students:
Interships:
Summer jobs for students:
- Summer Employment Opportunities Program (SEO)
- Stewardship Youth Ranger Program (Rangers and Team Leads)
- Indigenous Youth Work Exchange Program
Interships:
- Indigenous Internship Program at the Ministry Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry (NDMNRF)
- Internship Program at the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry
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