Eligibility: Ontario residents looking for employment and eligible to work in Canada
Delivery: In-person and Online
Fee: Free
Program dates: Year-round
Program Description
Weprovide one-on-one employment counselling, job development/matchingand professional development opportunities for eligible job seekers looking to upgrade their skills and work toward long-term career goals. We also support with resume building, cover letter writing and interview preparation, access to computers and photocopiers, and job matching and placement strategies for individuals looking for employment or training.
Annual Program Impacts
4,000 people assisted with job searches
1,800 individuals benefit from employment counselling and job placement services
70% of clients find employment and 12% start retraining
Supporting Resources
Download this list of job search resources, including labour market information, tips on resume building, cover letter writing and interview preparation, job search and networking strategies, self-employment resources, apprenticeship resources and links to online job boards.
811 Danforth Ave - Suite 100  Toronto, ON
M4J 1L2
201- 219 Dufferin St. Suite 1C Toronto, ON
M6K 3J1
1533 Victoria Park Ave. Toronto, ON
M1L 2T3
2930 Lake Shore Blvd. W Toronto, ON
M8V 1J4
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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