WoodGreen offers a wide range of free skill-building programs to help job seekers define their employment goals, upgrade their skills or train for an in-demand career. Explore the options below and find the program that’s right for you.
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1. Pick a program
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2. Find the right fit
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3. Apply
If the program matches your needs and interests, submit your application with support from our staff.
ILEO Construction Union Employment Pathway Program
This program provides pre-employment training, union apprenticeships, paid work placements, and mentorship to help residents of the Scarborough Golden Mile neighbourhood launch successful careers in the skilled trades.
Virtual and in-person
Residents of the Scarborough Golden Mile; Age 18+; Legally entitled to work in Ontario
Building Maintenance Operator Training Program (BMOT)
This program is a six-week training initiative designed to prepare individuals for careers in building maintenance for residential buildings.
Virtual and in-person
18 years of age or older and legally entitled to work in Ontario; English language level CLB 6+
Pre-Apprenticeship and Trades Programs
WoodGreen offers free Pre-Apprentice and Trades Programs, catering to newcomers and those facing employment barriers to provide a pathway to high-demand trades. Participants undergo assessments for grade 12 Math and English and engage in Academic Upgrading to develop essential communication and numeracy skills for entry into skilled trades.
Virtual and in-person
18 years of age or older and legally entitled to work in Ontario
Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship Level 1 Program
In partnership with George Brown College, this 15-week skills training program provides newcomers and jobseekers with an opportunity to start their skilled trades career in plumbing. Participants will have access to additional supports to assist them with their training throughout the program.
Virtual and in-person
18 years of age or older; Legally entitled to work in Ontario; Grade 12 equivalency demonstrated through a high school diploma or transcripts.
Personalized Career Accelerator (for Newcomers to Canada)
The Personalized Career Accelerator program (formerly known as Mentoring Pathways to Employment) helps skilled newcomers to succeed in a Canadian job search and connects them with a mentor with shared experiences who can support their journey.
Virtual and in-person
Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees, Live-in Caregivers
Older Workers’ Initiative (Ontario Works recipients only)
The Older Workers’ Initiative (OWI) aims to improve access to sustainable employment for job seekers aged 45 years or older who are on Ontario Works and have been unemployed for at least 1 year.
Virtual and in-person
Ontario Works recipients, age 45+, unemployed 1+ years
CNC/Precision Machining Skills Training Program
Delivered in partnership with George Brown College, this free training program is designed to prepare women and gender-diverse individuals for entry-level work in the manufacturing sector. The program includes Academic Upgrading, CNC/Precision Machining training, and the opportunity for a paid job placement.
Virtual and in-person
Women; Transgender, non-binary, gender-fluid, or two-spirit individuals; Low income
Industrial Mechanic Millwright Pre-Apprenticeship Program
This free program equips students with skills related to the millwright trade, which involves installing, maintaining, diagnosing and repairing industrial machines. Delivered by George Brown College in partnership with WoodGreen, the program includes trade readiness, employment preparation and academic upgrading.
Virtual and in-person
Age 18+; Permanent Resident or Canadian citizen; able to work in Ontario
Visual Effects (VFX) Compositing
This VFX training program is designed to give Black youth a competitive edge as they launch careers in digital compositing. Over 23 weeks, participants gain the knowledge and experience necessary to find post-production work. Training includes a six-week paid internship.
Virtual
Black youth (age 21 – 29) living in the Greater Toronto Area
Toronto Youth Job Corps Case Counselling
Our team provides Toronto Youth Job Corps participants with case management support to address life challenges affecting their program engagement.
Virtual and in-person
Participants in the Toronto Youth Job Corps program delivered by JVS, Arab Community Centre of Toronto, East Scarborough Neighbourhood Community Centre or Youth Employment Services
Integrated Employment Services
We connect job seekers with employers in need of skilled workers through employment counselling, professional development opportunities, practical supports and placement strategies.
In-person and Virtual
Ontario residents looking for employment or training development
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