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Full and part time degree, diploma, postgraduate, entrepreneurial and apprenticeship programs

• programs for internationally trained professionals
• continuing education
• distance learning
• employment services
• five campuses located in the Greater Toronto Area

Full and part time diploma, apprenticeship and postgraduate programs

• programs for internationally trained professionals
• continuing education
• distance learning
• three campuses located in Toronto

Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario

• regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
• non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services

Mentoring Partnership

• matches immigrants with established professionals in their fields
• information and online registration for potential mentors
• instructions for those looking for a mentor
• mentorship tools and resources

Information and support on employment, social services and immigration

Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario

• regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
• non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services

Full and part time undergraduate and graduate degree programs

• programs for internationally trained professionals
• continuing education
• distance learning
• English as a Second Language (ESL) courses

COVID19 -- Contact for details on in-person service changes and enhanced safety measures; call Muhaari A. Director of Programs & Services at 416-831-9729 or email a.muhaari@black-cap.com for support and information.


HIV/AIDS education, prevention and support, including information on HIV and STI (sexually transmitted infections) risk, sexual health and healthy relationships, and harm reduction

• community-based prevention programs for youth, women, and gay, bisexual, queer, questioning, trans and other men who have sex with men (MSM)
• community workshops, forums, outreach, training for professionals and organizations, and culturally specific materials
• volunteer opportunities

Support Programs
Counselling and support for Black people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, including referrals and follow-up, as well as child care and emergency financial assistance for eligible clients

• practical assistance
• home and hospital visits
• treatment, support groups
• housing and employment support
• youth program

Settlement Program
Counselling and support, needs assessment, outreach and prevention for Black, African and Caribbean immigrants and refugees, including LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning) individuals

• orientation
• information and referrals to community services
• assistance in accessing services
• assistance in finding a doctor and living with treatment
• assistance with immigration system
• form and documentation completion
• housing and employment help
• interpretation and translation
• social opportunities and networking

Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)

COVID19 -- proof of vaccination required to enter facility and attend events, many exams being offered remotely, learning programs delivered remotely, visit website for information

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Evaluation and curriculum support

Assessments program to assess the competencies of health professionals and their readiness to practice in Ontario

• administers examinations to ensure health professionals meet Canadian standards
• learning programs to help health professionals transition to training and practice
• educational programs to support international medical graduates in their transition to residency training

Additional services in the area of test design and administration, and curriculum development and delivery

COVID19 -- all services offered in-person

Settlement Services

• counselling, individual or group integration and orientation assistance
• information and referral in the areas of training and education, legal assistance, health care, housing, interpretation, translation
• form filling
• employment program
• English conversation circle

Employment Services

• online job postings
• hiring events and job placement
• pre-employment workshops
• food handler certification course for qualified applicants
• Better Jobs Ontario, Youth Job Connection, see separate listing

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

Helps healthcare workers find jobs in Ontario * works to fill gaps in the healthcare workforce

Access Centre for Internationally Educated Health Professionals - Services to help Internationally Educated Health Professionals become employed in their profession or in another career * services include workshops, information sessions and online resources

Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario

• regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
• non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services

Full and part time undergraduate and graduate degree programs

• programs for internationally trained professionals
• continuing education
• distance learning
• three campuses located in the Greater Toronto Area

LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) -- provides basic language skills in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry

Bridging Program -- connects Internationally trained Francophone Professionals in Supply Chain Management with job placements, mentorship, volunteering and networking connections

OSLT (Occupation Specific Language Training) -- 12-15 week workplace communication skills programs in English for health care and business professionals

French as a Second Language Program -- French for Life and Work in Canada

• conversation and pronunciation classes
• beginner to advanced levels available, free placement test

Integration

• integration pack includes settlement tools and workshops
• cultural skills training for francophone newcomers
• IKUEN community kitchen
• business English classes

Economic development

• entrepreneurship program, business acumen and economic development
• networking evenings
• luncheon meetings about employability
• counselling and mentoring
• information and referral

Integration and Settlement Program includes needs assessment, pre- and post-arrival information and referral, assistance to establish social and professional networks to promote community engagement, and assistance to access a range of settlement services

Employment support and entrepreneurial support program

• job search and employment counselling
• group activities including integration circles, job matching
• job needs assessment, support to build social and professional networks helping economic and social integration

Connexions communautaires (Community Connections)

• 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

PIDEF / TÉE (Settlement in French-Language Schools Program)

• settlement services in French-language schools
• outreach program based in elementary and secondary schools from mid-August to end of June, and in libraries and social service agencies from July to mid-August
• Host Program for matching foreign trained professionals with peers

Program also offered at:
Storefront, 4040 Lawrence Av East, Scarboroug: Friday from 9 am-5 pm
Community Centre TAIBU, 27 Tapscott Rd, Scarborough: Mon 9 am-5 pm
Centrepoint Mall, Language and Skills, 6464, Yonge St, North York: Monday-Wednesday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Fairview Mall, 5 Fairview Mall Rd, Suite 280: Wednesday 1 pm-4:30 pm

Settlement services

• information and referral
• employment services
• computer classes
• intergenerational program

Counselling services and support

• one-on-one counselling for mental health support
• substance abuse support group
• counselling and legal support for women

Kids program for children and youth 4-13 years, social and recreational activities

Medical and health

• family doctor clinic
• diabetes education
• fitness and recreational activities

Language classes

• English conversation group
• group for Chinese seniors

Services provided by partner agencies including Central Neighbourhood House, Sherbourne Health Centre, Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office -- see separate entries
also Progress Place, St James Town Safety Committee, St James Town Service Providers Network and others

Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario

• regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
• non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services

Business Edge Change Management

• program designed for internationally trained professionals to utilize their international experience and skills to become change agents
• development of change management strategies, mentoring and online networking opportunities with peers

Business Edge Finance

• 7 month program for internationally trained professionals who wish to move into leadership roles in finance
• Corporate finance, leadership and advanced communication, mentoring and online networking opportunities with peers

Career Shift

• 8 week program designed to highlight international experience and transferable skills of internationally trained professionals to transition to a career in Supply Chain Management
• fundamentals of inventory and manufacturing management, mentoring and online networking opportunities with peers

Settlement services

• information and referral
• employment services
• computer classes
• intergenerational program

Counselling services and support

• one-on-one counselling for mental health support
• substance abuse support group
• counselling and legal support for women

Kids program for children and youth 4-13 years, social and recreational activities

Medical and health

• family doctor clinic
• diabetes education
• fitness and recreational activities

Language classes

• English conversation group
• group for Chinese seniors

Services provided by partner agencies including Central Neighbourhood House, Sherbourne Health Centre, Thorncliffe Neighbourhood Office -- see separate entries
also Progress Place, St James Town Safety Committee, St James Town Service Providers Network and others

Share and Reuse Hub

• reuse, share, repair and repurpose items to prolong their life
• Make It and Fix It sessions
• Sew and Mend
• Bike Clinic
• Borrowing Library - tools, party supplies, games, etc.
• Classes and workshops throughout year to learn skills regarding repair and 'do it yourself' fixes

Academic and technical training

• occupation-specific workplace communication training and workplace practice
• licensure examination preparation
• connections to professions in Canada through mentorships, internships, clinical placements, and networking events

COVID19 -- blend of virtual and in-person services offered


Settlement Services

• counselling, individual or group integration and orientation assistance
• information and referral in the areas of training and education, legal assistance, health care, housing, interpretation, translation
• form filling
• employment program
• English conversation circle

English Language Program -- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry

• free on-site child care available (19 months-6 years)
• year round blend of virtual and in-person women-only classes available

Adult reference and research library with materials in over 80 languages

• access to computers, Internet, printers
• information and programs for newcomers
• job search programs and materials for foreign-trained professionals
• language learning materials, audio lab
• arts, picture and video collections

Services for People with Disabilities -- equipment, collections, mobile library and sign language interpretation services for library programs

Digital Innovation Hub -- 3D printing, sound and video production, green screen technology

• electric pianos for public use
• self-publishing press

IntelliSearch 416-393-7241 -- customized bibliographic search service providing quick access to databases, fee

Book a Librarian -- service for personal assistance with information needs

Marilyn and Charles Baillie Special Collections Centre -- includes the Arthur Conan Doyle Collection and the Baldwin Collection of Canadiana

event rentals space

COVID-19 Update: in-person and walk-in service has resumed; virtual services are still available


Contact Toronto main office for location information for individual programs


Assists highly skilled internationally trained immigrants (ITIs) gain equivalent work experience in Ontario

• regulated occupation (for example, nursing, engineering, etc.)
• non-regulated occupation currently in demand, such as information technology, financial services

Cloud Computing Connections:

• 6 week program for individuals with international post-secondary degree or diploma in information technology (IT), minimum language proficiency Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 and minimum 1 year international work experience in IT
• Canadian context academic training, including business communications and workplace culture, skills training in Cloud computing, problem solving, Canadian labour market information and IT sector trends
• employer connections, job fairs and other recruitment events; individual job search support

Digital Marketing Connections

• 6 week program for individuals with international post-secondary degree in sales and marketing or related business/commerce field, with language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 or higher preferred, and minimum 3 years international experience in sales and marketing or related field
• introduction to sales and marketing sector in Canada; Canadian context business and workplace communication training; experiential learning and skills training
• project management for sales and marketing professionals, including introduction to Project Management Professional (PMP) and certification exam preparation
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Electrical Engineering Connections

• online program for individuals with post-secondary degree or diploma in electrical engineering, with language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 or higher preferred and minimum 2 years of international electrical engineering experience
• Overview of Ontario Electrical Code and Standards; Health and Safety Codes and Standards; Applications of Measuring Instruments; Industrial Automation in Ontario Energy Systems and Electrical Equipment in Ontario
• business communication and workplace culture training in a Canadian context
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Financial Services Connections in a Digital World

• 6 week program for individuals with Bachelor's degree and 1 year experience in the financial services sector outside Canada; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 or higher preferred
• business and workplace communication training in a Canadian context; orientation to the financial services sector in Canada
• job search strategies and individual job search support; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities; industry certification
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Financial Services Connections en Français:

• 6 week program for bilingual Francophone individuals with post-secondary education obtained outside Canada and minimum 1 year experience in the financial services sector OR demonstrated aptitude to transition to this industry; language proficiency Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 in French, and CLB level 7 or higher in English preferred
• occupation-specific technical and essential skills training, including for industry certifcation
• occupation-specific language training for participants who need to develop strong English language skills prior to joining the program
• job search strategies and individual job search support, in both English and French; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Healthcare Connections:

• 5 week in-class program for individuals with international post-secondary education in health care, minimum language proficiency Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 and minimum 1 year international work experience in licensed health care profession
• participants may chose from Health Systems or Community Health training streams -- see website for specific eligibility requirements
• employment, retention and career mobility support for 1 year after program completion
• individual job search support and coaching

HR Connections: Strategies for the Canadian Workplace:

• 7 week program for individuals with post-secondary education in relevant field and minimum 2 years recent experience in human resources sector outside of Canada; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 or higher preferred
• business and workplace communication training in a Canadian context; exam preparation workshops for Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) and Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designations; experiential learning and skills training
• job search strategies and individual job search support; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

IT Connections: Digital Economy Connections:

• 6 week program for individuals with post-secondary education in Information Technology (IT) field from outside Canada and minimum 3 years recent professional experience in IT sector; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 or higher preferred
• orientation to Canadian workplace culture; experiential learning; critical thinking skills and creative problem solving; design thinking
• Agile Introduction and Methodology; Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) -- various certification training available
• job search strategies and individual job search support; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Leadership Connections in Finance, IT and Consultancy:

• 6 week program for individuals with post-secondary education in Business or Program Administration and/or a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) and minimum 2 years international work experience in leadership/management role in financial services, IT and consulting; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 8 or higher preferred
• orientation to Canadian financial, IT and consulting sector; experiential learning; skills training in creative problem solving; workplace communication
• job search strategies and individual job search support; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Microsoft Skills for Employability:

• hybrid self-learning and online instructor-led program for individuals with international post-secondary degree or diploma, basic computer skills and international work experience in a skilled occupation; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 or higher
• learning and skills training from entry-level digital literacy to advanced product-based skills for senior technology roles; collaborative course work and learning labs; Microsoft Certification exams;
• job search strategies; individual job search support and employment services; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Project Management for Engineers:

• 8 week program for individuals with post-secondary education in Engineering from outside Canada and minimum 2 years international experience in engineering project management; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 or higher preferred
• skills training in Project Management Fundamentals; Project Management Professional (PMP) exam preparation; sector-specific workshops (PMI Application Process, Canadian Contracting Process); experiential learning and creative problem solving; workplace culture and communication
• job search strategies and individual job search support and employment services; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

Supply Chain Connections:

• 6 week program for individuals with international post-secondary education in supply chain or related sector and minimum 2 years professional experience; language proficiency at Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 or higher preferred
• academic training in Canadian context workplace culture and business communications
• experiential learning, skills training and creative problem solving
• optional 6 day Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Preparation Boot Camp
• job search strategies and individual job search support and employment services; connections to employers; networking and mentoring opportunities
• individual post-hire support - job retention, business communication/language coaching

COVID-19 Update: in-person and walk-in service has resumed; virtual services are still available

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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