Guelph, ON, N1H 4E9
- 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
Canada-Ontario Job Grant (for employers): 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
Mentorship for Internationally Trained Professionals: the Mentorship Program of Lutherwood brings together internationally trained professionals (ITPs) and trades people in Guelph-Wellington with local volunteer mentors in their field. Mentees will have the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the regional job market and professional practice in Canada, and establish valuable networking connections.
Job Search Workshop for Immigrants (JSW): this program is a newcomer's first step to employment in Canada. Staff experts understand the needs of immigrants and can help participants learn what Canadian employers want newcomers to know about getting a job in Canada.
Guelph, ON, N1H 4K1
Offers employment and job search services and access to Employment Ontario programs
- one-on-one employment counselling: interest testing and career planning, job search training, resume and interview preparation, labour market information, community resource and referral information
- access to on-the-job training opportunities
- Job Developers available to help clients connect with employers
- Job Seekers Network, Career Decision Making and other employment-related workshops
- Employment Ontario- Better Jobs Ontario: assists individuals to complete and submit applications for re-training for in demand occupations in Ontario.
- Ways2Work: employment program for at risk youth, ages 15-30; includes six weeks of life skills workshops and a 10-week work placement for which they are paid a wage for the full 16 weeks; during this time participants will obtain certificates for training, such as First Aid / CPR, Safe Food Handling, Smart Serve, WHMIS
Guelph, ON, N1H 4K1
- 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, training 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
- 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 training
- job matching
- paid job placements with placement supports for participants and hiring incentives for employers
- mentorship
- education and work transitions supports
- summer job opportunities and part-time job placements during the year for students ages 15-18
Guelph, ON, N1G 2X6
- Drop in access to resource centres, computer and Internet access,photocopying, faxing and community resources
- One-on-one employment counselling: interest testing and career planning, job search training, resume and interview preparation, labour market information, community resource and referral information
- Access to on-the-job training opportunities and retraining programs like Better Jobs Ontario
- Job Developers available to help clients connect with employers
- Workshop participation available in areas such as Job Seekers Network, Career Decision Making, Ace the Interview, LinkedIn and other employment-related topics
- All Youth programming includes a combination of in person workshops and experiential skill building and learning for youth ages 15-30. The youth are paid minimum wage during their pre-employment workshop participation and placements are paid at competitive labour market wages as set by the employer in their job placement. In some instances opportunities are available to obtain certificates for training such as First Aid / CPR, Safe Food Handling, Smart Serve and WHMIS ACE (Achieving Competitive Employment):individualized employment support program for people with disabilities, including students.
Cambridge, ON, N1R 3H3
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- 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
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
Centre Wellington, ON, N1M 1N9
- call or drop in to book an in-person appointment
- call Customer Care Centre 1-800-361-4642
- contact the local Agilec office by phone or e-mail
- access Online Resource Centre
- call or drop in to book an in-person appointment
- call Customer Care Centre 1-800-361-4642
- contact the local Agilec office by phone or e-mail
- access the Online Resource Centre
- 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
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.
Visiting offices located in Arthur, Drayton and Erin.
Kitchener, ON, N2G 2M4
Waterloo, ON, N2J 3Z1
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- 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
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
Kitchener, ON, N2G 1E8
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- 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
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
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
Milton, ON, L9T 2M3
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- 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
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
- 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
Halton Hills, ON, L7G 5B5
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- 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
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
- 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
Halton Hills, ON, L7G 4A8
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- 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
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
- 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
Milton, ON, L9T 5E4
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- 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
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
- 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 are available in Burlington and Oakville
Mississauga, ON, L5N 4C4
- 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
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
- 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
Mississauga, ON, L5N 2R5
- 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
All services at this site can be tailored to meet the needs of individual client groups including Persons on Social Assistance and Youth
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
Blandford-Blenheim, ON, N0J 1S0
Canada-Ontario Job Grant (COJG)
Youth Job Connection (YJC/YJCS)
Better Jobs Ontario Comprehensive employment and job search services
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
For employers:
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
Burlington, ON, L7M 4C6
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- 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
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
- 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
Pathways to Employment
- paid pre-employment training
- employment opportunities
- paid job placements with placement supports for participants and hiring incentives for employers
- one on one guidance and support
- work completion bonuses
Mississauga, ON, L5N 4H4
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario:
- 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
All services at this site can be tailored to meet the needs of individual client groups including Persons on Social Assistance and Youth
Better Jobs Ontario Program -- 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
- 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
Mississauga, ON, L5N 2P1
- needs assessment
- referral to other agencies and government services
- help filling in government forms and applications
- Commissioner of Oaths, document translation and interpretation with service providers
- crisis support counselling
- Youth Achieving Employment Project (YAE) research project to develop an intervention for recent postsecondary graduates struggling to find employment
- Mississauga Cycles cycling mentorship and do-it-yourself Bike Hub
- New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) where seniors help seniors learn computer based social networking skills, digital photography, event management, report writing and also a social and physical exercise club
Enhanced Language Training (ELT) -- sector specific language training with job search workshops and a co-op placement
English Conversation Circles (ECC), and ESL Home Based Business Language Training
Community Connections Mentorship Program (formerly HOST Program)
- 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
- digital Literacy Training
- free seasonal income tax clinic
- mobile dental clinic
- Orientation to Ontario (O2O) webinars
Winter clothing items needed; to make a donation or for more information email Jagdeep Kailey: [email protected]
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario:
- 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
Better Jobs Ontario Program
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
- 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
Brantford, ON, N3R 7E3
- 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
Brampton, ON, L6V 1N8
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario:
- 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
All services at this site can be tailored to meet the needs of individual client groups including Persons on Social Assistance and Youth
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
Burlington, ON, L7N 3M6
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- 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
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
- 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 are also available in Milton and Oakville
Brampton, ON, L6Y 1Z4
- games and activity-based workshops increase self-esteem and develop decision-making, conflict resolution and cooperation skills
- education and awareness on topics relevant to children and youth, such as substance use, internet safety, bullying, gender bias, violence prevention
- youth, after-school and evening programs in group settings -- social and recreational activities, homework help, computer/internet access
- Holiday Hamper and social/recreation services for residents of Angela's Place supportive housing
- community based activities for children, youth and families at risk
- physical activity, health and safety, leadership growth and empowerment, learning and career development, and academic support
Family support:
- parenting workshops
- information on available resources
- hands-on cultural experiences
- elder involvement
- health and wellness activities
- traditional arts programs and youth mentorship
- employment readiness workshops
- resume writing
- interview skills