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Comprehensive job assistance centre

• permanent, temporary, and temporary to permanent employment opportunities for a wide range of skill sets and in a variety of industries
• job information available on the website

COVID-19 (22 May 2020) Services remain available by phone. At-the-door services (food bank, food-to-go, basic needs) available Mon, Wed 8:30 am-11:30 am. Reunite will still operate, as usual, youth aged 16-24 can still contact Reunite staff at 613-230-4663 if they have a runaway in need of assistance returning back to parent/guardian, Canada wide program Resource Centre.

• Uses a variety of programming designed to assist clients
• Guides and supports youth based on their dreams, goals, and desires

Programs include:

Works Programs

• Provide things such as challenge, achievement, independence and reward
• Provides paid opportunities to youth and allows them to further their knowledge or experience in an area of employment or education
• Includes social support

Matters Programs

• Focused quality of life, such as socialization, dignity, friendship, and safety

Reunite

• Assists youth with returning home to their families
• Serves all of Canada

Finance Matters:
Six week financial literacy course that provides:

• information on debt
• savings
• budgeting
• credit and credit reports
• saving and investing
• banking
• income and taxes, etc

Job Action Project

• Provides employment preparation, skills training, work experience, support and monitoring for 40 youth facing multiple barriers to employment

Housing Based Case Management (HBCM) Program

• Supported housing program for at-risk and/or homeless youth
• Each participant is provided with a housing worker, for up to one year, to assist them in finding and maintaining safe and affordable housing

Youth in Transition (YIT) and Housing Support Work (HSW) program

• housing advocacy and search
• financial literacy
• basic life and tenant skills
• goal setting
• conflict resolution
• pertinent referrals for youth having signed or eligible to sign a Volunteary Youth Services Agreement (VYSA) with the Children's Aid Society (CAS)

Street Outreach

• Front-line, street level outreach and crisis intervention
• Offers personal supplies such as mittens, socks, water, and food

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
• 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

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

COVID-19 (October 7 2021): Services available by appointment only. Staff still available by phone. Many services now offered online and organisation offering volunteer outreach to isolated seniors to get food and medication to their homes. Call 613-235-4875 ext 181 to access emergency volunteer senior services (available in mandarin).

Settlement and community services agency

Orientation and Adaptation Services

• needs assessment and information and referral to community and social services
• support with finding housing, child care, registering children in school and health care
• orientation within the city
• help filling out government forms including housing and immigration sponsorship forms
• community support for Chinese newcomers through volunteer befriending, conversation circles to practice English
• workshops to reduce stress of adjusting to Canadian culture

Citizenship Preparation

• courses, tests and activities to help newcomers prepare for the citizenship test
• offered on site

Language Training Services

• enhanced language training
• sector specific language training and career orientation in the fields of accounting and IT
• individual counselling and action plan development
• volunteer placement
• mentoring
• networking
• resume and interview preparation

English as a Second Language/French as a Second Language

• English or French for Life and Work in Canada
• conversation and pronunciation classes

Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC)

• provides basic language skills in English or French
• courses offered part-time

Employment Counselling and Preparation

• job search preparation and training
• developing strong job search strategies and workplace communication skills
• job search workshops
• on site job search and preparation training courses

Employment Counselling

• resume help
• job readiness clinic
• employment counselling
• skills and career development
• help in establishing social and professional networks

Other Settlement Services

Library Settlement Partnership

• workshops
• one-to-one counselling
• settlement referrals
• English Conversation Club

Commissioner of Oaths

• commissioner of Oaths for verifying documents (only at 400 Cooper St)

Other Services
Counselling services workshops and support groups for:

• financial difficulties
• family conflicts
• mental health issues: depression, anxiety, stress, family relationships, caregiver stress, grief and loss, parenting, effective communication, workplace stress
• problems with the law
• racial discrimination
• family law
• legal problems
• sponsorship matters
• Convention Refugee support

COVID-19: The centre is open for showers. Call to book a time.

This information is regularly updated on their website.

Drop-in counselling centre for any adult (alone or with children) who finds it difficult to access services elsewhere due to illness, disability or homelessness.

Practical assistance: shower and laundry facilities

• telephones
• small clothing items (underwear, socks, and seasonal accessories)
• hygiene items
• condoms
• needle exchange

Social Recreation Program: creative expressions program including literacy and writer's group, music appreciation, and visual arts

• board games
• card games
• bingo
• arts and crafts
• special events
• karaoke
• chaplaincy

Counselling: short-term supportive counselling

• advocacy
• crisis intervention
• housing
• employment support and resume writing
• addiction
• Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) / Human immunodeficiency virus infection (HIV) and Hepatitis A, B, C
• groups (addiction, life skills)

In-Reach visits by: Housing Help

• Royal Ottawa Hospital Outreach Teams (psychiatric and addiction)
• University of Ottawa Community Legal Clinic Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)

Application Support Program: Assists individuals with significant disabilities and barriers to navigate the complex application process

Job search support

Services

• job training
• youth justice
• managing your money
• health
• student aid and education planning
• leadership and cultural programs
• travel the world

Promotes increased awareness and respect for persons with learning disabilities (LDs) among the community at large, professional groups and relevant educational, social, recreational, medical, legal and vocational organizations

• provides support, guidance, resource materials and opportunities for sharing of information and concerns
• advocates for research endeavours in the field of learning disabilities and for legislative initiatives that will benefit individuals with learning disabilities

Services:

• lending library
• resource centre and travelling education kiosk [resource lists (local tutors, schools, psycho-educational assessments etc), connection with community resources]
• advocacy coaching
• presentations at schools, businesses, community centres, government departments, other community organizations
• social skills camp
• referral and informational services
• coordination with School Board SEAC (Special Education Advisory Committee) representatives
• local representation at public consultations

Sunshine Day Camp Social Skills program: camp for children age 7 to 14 years of age who have a learning disability and/or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• aims to provide an inclusive childcare experience and providing programming with the goal of developing social skills in a safe, fun environment
• runs from early July to late August in three 2-week sessions
• offers a strong ratio of 1:5 counsellors to campers

Employment Services

• helps Ontarians find sustainable employment

Services

• assessment of skills, capabilities, interests and experience
• job search strategies, including resume preparation
• information about different careers and occupations, the local labour market, employment and training opportunities
• on-the-job training and/or work experience and, in some cases, additional support to help maintain employment
• information and referrals to all Employment Ontario Funded Programs, including Second Career Program for laid-off workers
• information about, and referral to, other community services and supports
• Canada Ontario Job Grant

Comprehensive employment and job search services

• assessment of skills, interests, and experience
• job search strategies
• 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

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

• available to small, medium and large businesses

COVID-19 (19 Jul 2022): OES centres are again open to the public.

Comprehensive employment and job search services, including:

• 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

Programs:

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

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

Hospitality and Food Service Worker Training Program

• Learn new skills and competencies for hospitality and food service work
• Create connections with the other individuals and build a network
• Benefit from a free learning experience with support for future jobs
• Guaranteed 30-hour placement
• Monetary supports throughout and upon completion of training

COVID-19 (3 May 2021): all Employment and Social Services office are closed to the public. Social Services Hub activities remain closed to the public. For all other services, staff will continue to provide telephone or email support Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

Ontario Works claimants do not need to drop off documents, including income reporting statements. Those documents can be dropped off at a later date.

Ontario Works clients can go online at Ontario.ca/MyBenefits to get payment information, report income or make a change of address. For help to register, clients can call the InfoLine at 1-888-999-6130 or contact their case worker.

Financial and employment assistance for people in temporary financial need to help pay for basic needs such as:

• food
• housing costs
• certain furniture such as beds, cribs, high chairs and a stove or fridge where not provided by landlord
• prescription drugs

Recreation group for children and youth

• varied and evidence-based programs meant to be engaging, accessible, and contributing towards the development of good citizens and leaders within the community

Programs under four pillars:

• education
• physical activity/healthy lifestyle
• leadership and social skills
• creative arts

Services:

• social recreation group for children and youth
• homework clubs
• leadership training
• sports leagues (police athletic league)
• music and art programming

Special programs and services:

• integrative services for special needs
• volunteer services
• residential summer camp program

In response to the pandemic, many service changes remain in place. In-person contact is limited and telephone and virtual support is offered as an alternative. Updates are regularly posted to our website.

Health centre focused on family and community health

• advocacy
• primary health care
• outreach
• life skills education
• group support
• counselling
• practical assistance
• health promotion
• community development
• crisis intervention

Services:

• self-help groups
• prenatal programs
• help with accessing social assistance, food, clothing and housing in times of crisis
• services for seniors
• services for low-income families, children, and youth
• street outreach
• social services support and practical assistance in English, Cambodian, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Vietnamese
• crisis drop-in
• needle exchange and safer inhalation
• Headstart Nursery Program
• pre and post natal support
• parenting support programs
• playgroups
• youth leadership programs
• family emergency shelter support
• mental health services
• women's and men's counselling services
• community development
• Contact Ottawa: voice mail box service for those who are unable to maintain a home phone line

Helps people with disabilities prepare for, find, and maintain employment

Implements and monitors the 2006 Agreement on Labour Mobility and Recognition of Qualifications, responsible for overseeing and promoting the agreement, responds to public complaints about construction-related issues and helps:

• Skills and Work Experience in the Construction Industry (2006) between the Government of Ontario and the Gouvernement du Québec and other construction mobility agreements between Quebec and Ontario
• facilitates access for Ontario construction contractors and workers into the Quebec construction sector
• Ontario contractors and workers who want to work in construction in Quebec
• monitor Quebec contractors' and workers' compliance with related Ontario laws, while working in Ontario
• Ontario government ministries and construction-related organizations apply and follow the agreement
• Ontario contractors navigate the complexities of the Quebec licensing system

Procides a variety of supported employment, educational, and wellness programs and other services

• Solutions for Youth Project
• Employment Supports Program
• Social Enterprises
• Job Quest
• Financial literacy training
• Community Loan Fund (for eligible clients trapped in cycle of Pay Day loans)
• Supported Employment in Rural Ottawa
• Wellness program
• Causeway Foundation
• Agency-sponsored entrepreneurial businnesses providing employment opportunities to consumers

EMPLOYMENT ONTARIO EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Comprehensive employment and job search services

• assessment of skills, interests and experience
• job search strategies, including resume preparation and mock interviews
• 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

EXPERICA 2.0

• mentoring program for internationally trained professionals
• up to 12 weeks of unpaid work placements in their field and intensive support with their job search

Employment integration

• Specifically designed to support ODSP recipients in their job search efforts and in maintaining their employment
• up to 12 weeks of unpaid work placements in their field and intensive support with their job search

Recreation group for children and youth

• varied and evidence-based programs meant to be engaging, accessible, and contributing towards the development of good citizens and leaders within the community

Programs under four pillars:

• education
• physical activity/healthy lifestyle
• leadership and social skills
• creative arts

Services:

• social recreation group for children and youth
• homework clubs
• leadership training
• sports leagues (police athletic league)
• music and art programming

Special programs and services:

• integrative services for special needs
• volunteer services
• residential summer camp program

COVID-19 (25 Feb 2021): Some appointments can be done virtually (telephone or videoconferencing). Your provider will decide if this is appropriate. Call the Centre at 613-737-5115 before attending.

Offers integrated health and social services:

• counselling
• crisis intervention
• information and referral
• community development
• home support programs
• health promotion activities
• primary health care with a 24-hour on-call service
• smoking cessation
• parenting teens program
• community connections for newcomers
• anonymous HIV testing
• walk-in counselling services

Mourning After: A support group for seniors coping with personal loss

• runs in conjunction with Bereaved Families of Ontario. Registration required, call Lisa Bornn at 613-737-7195 ext 2326

Community Nutrition Program (offered by Community Nutritionists):

• individual counselling
• prenatal nutrition
• healthy eating workshops
• community kitchen

Millennium Learning Centre (English/French):

• offers free access to computers and the Internet

Snow Go Assist program:

• provides a matching service for seniors and people with disabilities looking to hire an individual or contractor
• clearing snow from private driveways and walkways

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

Canada-Ontario Job Grant:

• financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
• available to small, medium and large businesses

COVID-19 (16 Jan 2022): Organization still offering services virtually and in-person by appointment. Employment services continues. Assist people with various disabilities in obtaining employment in their chosen profession

Services:

• career exploration (skills and career self-assessments, educational exploration, labour market research)
• assistive technology assessment and recommendations
• self-management skills and disability management skills
• identify workplace values, abilities, interests, and skills
• learn how to develop a resume and cover letter
• job interview preparation
• effective job search techniques
• develop an action plan for employment with job search support from the staff

Employment services and settlement services

• working for the economic, social and cultural integration of Francophone racial, ethnic and cultural minorities living in and around Ottawa

Employment Program:

• individual and group training to improve competencies for finding a job or starting a business
• technical and cultural support to set goals and assist in achieving them
• tailoring resumes for job search
• help drafting letters of recommendation
• complements settlement program

Settlement Program: (formerly Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program)

• services to enable immigrants and refugees to integrate into Canadian society including orientation programs, language and skills training to help facilitate employment, and programs to welcome newcomers to the community
• individual agencies may provide needs and eligibility assessments, pre- and post-arrival information and referral, job search and employment counselling, assistance to establish social and professional networks to promote community engagement, and assistance to access a range of settlement services

Neighbourhood Health and Wellness Hubs are places offering free drop-in services to all residents across the city of Ottawa:

• immunization : COVID-19, school based vaccines and flu vaccines
• mental health, addictions and substance use health
• dental screening
• employment and social services

Recreation group for children and youth

• varied and evidence-based programs meant to be engaging, accessible, and contributing towards the development of good citizens and leaders within the community

Programs under four pillars:

• education
• physical activity/healthy lifestyle
• leadership and social skills
• creative arts

Services:

• social recreation group for children and youth
• homework clubs
• leadership training
• sports leagues (police athletic league)
• music and art programming

Special programs and services:

• integrative services for special needs
• volunteer services
• residential summer camp program