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COVID-19 -- immigrant families that require assistance with technology for student use can contact the settlement workers in their schools or the We Welcome the World Centres, 905-366-8791 or welcomecentre@peelsb.com

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Academic program

• Kindergarten to grade 12
• Day, night and credit classes
• After school programs, child care
• Adult education
• Alternate Schools program
• English as a Second Language (ESL), literacy and heritage language classes
• French immersion
• International Baccalaureate
• Dual Credit
• Specialist High Skills Major program
• Ontario Youth Apprenticeship program (OYAP)
• Online learning
• Special education

Adult Education -- academic upgrading

• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Specialized Language Training (STL)
• participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by achev -- see separate entry
• Essential Skills Upgrading (Literacy and Basic Skills, LBS)

We Welcome the World -- orientation and assessment centres for elementary and secondary students new to Ontario or Canada, call 905-366-8791 to book an appointment

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

COVID 19 -- Closed to in-person service until further notice; call to inquire about online assessments, programs and other services


Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

COVID-19 -- open to new registrations, call, email or visit webs to fill out form

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Literacy and Basic Skills

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
• program offered at several locations
• funded by Employment Ontario

COVID19 -- centres closed but programs including Literacy and Essential Skills, Skills Training in Food Manufacturing Sector, English for Work, workshops and job counselling provided remotely

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Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills * helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence * some financial assistance with TTC transportation available based upon eligibility

Adults must have first language as English, or have attained level 6 at previous English language instruction programs in Canada

Literacy and basic skills training including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

Social, education and health related activities or support groups

• ESL and literacy classes
• employment program for immigrant women including sewing classes, computer classes
• workshops
• free child minding when parents are in programs and workshops

Literacy and basic skills training, including

• numeracy, digital,
• communication and interpersonal skills

Helps learners prepare for

• employment, apprenticeship
• secondary-school credit
• post-secondary education and greater independence

Adult and Children Service Coordination -- guidance for children and adults with a developmental disability and their families to access resources in the community as well as information and resources on such matters as wills and estate planning, education and school issues, and government programs for people with a developmental disability

Out-of-Home Respite Supports -- provides families caring for a family member with a developmental disability some time to themselves while their family member is supported in social, recreational, and educational activities that promote skill development and community participation; there are numbers of respite options for particular needs and age groups

Community Participation Supports -- range and variety of activities, experiences, and opportunities for adults with a developmental disability including volunteer work and community outings to arts and crafts and educational activities

Community Living Supports -- helps people to live in their home; supports designed to promote participation and inclusion in the community, personal goals, skills, and relationships; range of supports and support models are offered, including group living, supported independent living and family home

Early Childhood Education -- consultation and support to pre-school centres and families of pre-school children with a developmental disability with a view to promoting the children's skills, development and inclusion in the pre-school setting and a successful transition to the school system

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

Literacy and basic skills training including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

COVID-19 update -- open to in-person service; LEF staff remain online and able to support community members remotely


Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry; transit assistance and childminding available for eligible clients

• English language skills instruction to increase literacy, numeracy, and ability in listening, speaking, reading and writing
• workshops, conversation circles and community activities
• computer lab

Literacy and basic skills training including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

The GROW program:

• provides learners with developmental disabilities the opportunity to develop their literacy and numeracy skills in preparation for employment
• small group setting
• individualized programming
• non-credit, part time day classes
• students must be able to set and meet goals

Literacy and Basic Skills

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills

• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

COVID19 -- limited in-person services with limited hours at each location; also continuing to provide services over the telephone, via email, Zoom, Skype and Google Classroom; for more information, call or visit website


Employment Services for Women

• employment and career counselling
• assistance with resume building, job search and interview preparation, access to job fairs, literacy and numeracy skills building, information and referral to other employment related services in the community
• English language classes, training, apprenticeship and volunteer opportunities
• employment support groups

Women's Employment Centre and Visible Minority Women Employment Support Services

• help establishing connections and support needed to enter the labour market
• pre-employment counselling
• help to address barriers to employment
• employment and career exploration
• referrals and information on, and opportunities for, occupational essentials skills trainings, networking, internships, mentorships, work placements
• preparation help for the credential assessment process, resumes and cover letters, job interview preparation, support during the job search

Literacy and Basic Skills training

• numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

COVID19 -- weekly remote learning groups and online programming shifted to virtual platform, in-person services offered by appointment only

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Community Literacy Program -- Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence

Academic Upgrading Program -- services that help individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into college-based postsecondary education, apprenticeship and training programs

COVID19 -- weekly learning groups and online programming shifted to virtual platform, in-person services offered by appointment only

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Literacy and numeracy training

• individual and small group tutoring
• training for volunteer tutors
• academic upgrading to support bridging to post-secondary studies
• book clubs designed for adult literacy learners
• expressive arts program such as creative writing and visual art
• health and wellness workshops

Literacy and basic skills training

• includes numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
• helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education, and gain greater independence
• includes GED preparation

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
* Work Experience Programs, see here
* Internship Programs, see here

Apprenticeship
* Apprenticeship Preparation, see here
* Apprenticeship training, see here

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

COVID-19 -- Open to new registrations, call, email or visit website to fill out form

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Literacy and Basic Skills

Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills * helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence

• program offered at several locations
• funded by Employment Ontario