Breaking through the Job Search Struggle: Job Skills Employment Ontario Centres Can Help You Land Your Dream Job
Employment Ontario offers all Ontarians the employment services they need in a one-stop-shop. Job Skills Employment Ontario Centres are here to help you every step of the way.
Job Skills’ employment specialists provide personalized support and customized innovative employment solutions, including resume writing, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.
Job Skills’ staff offer solutions to all job seekers, including youth, newcomers, mature workers, persons with disabilities, and entrepreneurs. Job Skills’ knowledgeable team can help you make educated decisions, set goals, and create a strategy to help you become happier in your career. Job Skills also works with local employers to create employment opportunities for Job Skills clients.
Thanks to government funding, Job Skills programs and services are free to all individuals. Job Skills has locations in Keswick, Markham, Brampton, and Mississauga and also offers virtual services for community members who are unable to attend in-person activities.
services available
- Job search skills training
- Connections to hiring employers
- Job matching and job placement
- Interactive workshops (in-person and virtual)
- Additional training and certifications
- Supports and financial assistance
EOES Centres are equipped with:
- Computer work stations
- Telephones
- Fax machines
- Photocopiers
- Job boards
- Free wifi
At Job Skills, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to succeed in their career. Whether you prefer a virtual or in-person experience, Job Skills’ employment specialists are here to serve you. Please click below* to book an appointment with us today!
Location COntactS
- Brampton Employment Services – 905-453-7896
- Keswick Employment Services – 905-476-8088
- Markham Employment Services – 905-948-9996
- Mississauga Employment Services – 905-273-3360
- Stouffville Employment Services – 905-640-3909
Funded by: This Employment Ontario Service is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Employment Ontario, and how does Job Skills fit in?
Employment Ontario is the province's one-stop employment system, providing job seekers across Ontario with the supports they need to find work. Job Skills is a designated Employment Ontario service provider, which means we deliver these provincially funded programs directly to our community.
Where are Job Skills' Employment Ontario locations?
Job Skills operates Employment Services centres in five communities across the Greater Toronto Area.
- Brampton Employment Services – 50 Sunnyvale Gate, Unit 12, Brampton
- Mississauga Employment Services – 1325 Eglinton Avenue East, Unit 213, Mississauga
- Keswick Employment Services – 155 Riverglen Drive, Unit 7, Keswick
- Markham Employment Services – 4961 Highway 7, Units 100-101, Markham
- Stouffville Employment Services – 70 Innovator Avenue, Unit 5, Stouffville
We also offer virtual services across our service area.
How much do Job Skills' employment services cost?
Our Employment Ontario services are completely free thanks to funding from the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.
Who is eligible to use Job Skills' Employment Ontario services?
Our services are open to all job seekers, including youth, newcomers to Canada, mature workers, women re-entering the workforce, persons with disabilities, and aspiring entrepreneurs.
What kinds of services can I expect at a Job Skills Employment Centre?
Services include resume writing, interview preparation, workshops, job matching, training opportunities, employer connections, and one-to-one employment support.
Do I need to book an appointment, or can I just walk in?
We recommend booking an appointment, but our centres also offer self-serve resources during open hours.
What resources are available at the Employment Centres themselves?
Our centres provide access to computers, telephones, photocopiers, fax machines, job boards, and free wifi to support your job search.
Can Job Skills help me if I'm a newcomer to Canada?
Absolutely. We help newcomers adapt their resumes, prepare for Canadian interviews, explore credential recognition, and connect with employers.
Does Job Skills help with starting a business, not just finding a job?
Yes. We offer self-employment programs and entrepreneurial supports for individuals looking to start or grow a business.
How do I take the first step with Job Skills?
You can fill out the Request More Information form on our website or call your nearest centre to connect with an employment specialist.
It was a great feeling coming to the workshops each day to learn principles that could be implemented into my own business to enhance productivity. The business plan really opened up my insight into a lot of factors within my industry and business such as competitors, suppliers, and my target market.