Searching for Job Search Support / Training

• 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 as well as information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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 as well as information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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 as well as 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

Employment Services teach a variety of skills in a woman-centred environment

• personal skills assessments
• unique approach to barriers that are faced by women entering the work force, tailored to specific needs
• explore educational opportunities or career advancement
• explore job markets, target appropriate organizations
• learn to self-promote
• teaches resume/cover letter writing
• job searching, interviewing and networking skills
• networking, self-marketing
• write sample thank you letters, follow up calls scripts
• attend information sessions/career fairs
• explore self-employment options

Group workshops and individual coaching available

• five week series offered five times yearly
• call for information

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

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

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

Office location currently closed to public due to COVID-19. Services are being offered virtually and in-person services are provided by appointment as required

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An initiative that matches newcomers with Canadian citizens, or longtime community members, to build their social connections and achieve their career goals in the Halton community

Participants get:

• access to career preparation workshops, which include guest speakers, activities about everyday life in Canada, and group discussions
• support with identifying opportunities that match your skills and job interests
• Canadian work experience and community connections through volunteer positions
• information, guidance and mentorship from Canadian citizens or longtime community members

This program is part of the Canada Connects initiative, see website for more information (canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/campaigns/canada-connects.html)

• 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 as well as information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

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

• addiction and mental health program offers 16 weeks of counselling, skill development and job placement opportunities to help you obtain & maintain a job
• complete an online referral at Employment Programs and Supports

Provides a network for social and technical support with skills development delivered through group training and potential one-on-one mentoring

• meets once a month for peer-to-peer and parent-to-parent support
• provides professional guidance and skills training towards finding employment

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

• in-person services have resumed; virtual workshops and support continue -- inquire
• contact agency by phone or email, or check website for information and assistance

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

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

• 6-week virtual equine training course
• learn from industry experts
• discover different careers working with horses
• work experience opportunity after completion of equine training course
• a Skills Development Fund project, delivered in partnership with Ontario Harness Horse Association and Equine Guelph

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

• 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

• offered online and provide internationally trained professionals with customized job search training, workplace communication, labour market information, credential assessment, referrals/placements and mentoring connections
• for individual bridge training programs, see separate listing for Ontario Bridge Training Program

• articles, resources, webinars, interactive games and videos to help find work
• topics covered include resumes, interview preparation, networking, the job market, career self-assessment and workplace success

• Canadian Employment Connections provides sector-specific training and job search support for individuals approved to move to Canada

• provides support for newcomers interested in starting a business in Canada
• pre-arrival stream helps entrepreneurs who are approved to move to Canada, build a network and start preparing to open a business before they arrive

• 3, 4 or 5 day job search techniques workshops, covering labour market information, access to trades and professions, resume preparation, networking
• extensive individual assistance

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 as well as 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

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

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

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

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

• food including halal options
• emergency food supply

• low interest loans of up to $15,000 to assist with completion of foreign credentials evaluation, assessment and recognition
• fees associated with credentials assessment, exams, short term bridge training, travel and living expenses may be covered
• individual career and financial counselling
• job search assistance
• for more information CLICK HERE

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

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

• assessment of skills, interests and abilities
• job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
• information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
• help in maintaining employment
• information and referral to other employment and community services

• 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

• 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

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

• 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

• 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

• 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