Employment services
The Storefront provides a variety of programs to help you find a career that suits you, and to find decent work in our community with a local employment partner.
The Storefront provides a variety of programs to help you find a career that suits you, and to find decent work in our community with a local employment partner.
The Storefront provides a variety of programs to help you find a career that suits you, and to find decent work in our community with a local employment partner.
Dedicated One-on-One Supports
A Storefront Coach can support you to explore career options, build job search skills, connect to employment skills training and other supports, and match job seekers to job opportunities, including subsidized job placements with employers.
Registering with Employment Ontario gives you access to dedicated one-on-one coaching and supports, including:
An exploration of skills, experience and career goals
Information about careers and occupations
Effective job search tools and strategies, e.g. building a targeted resume and cover letter
Employment opportunities such as on-the-job training through paid placements
Financial supports for uniforms, transportation, training and certifications
Connections and supported referrals to other community supports and services
Advance invitations to employment related events, e.g. local job fairs, “Meet the Employer”
Self-Serve Options
The Resource Centre at The Storefront is a friendly space with dedicated computers that you can use for free to look for work, develop your resume, prepare job applications, or support your small business if you are self employed. The Resource Centre also includes information about local job opportunities, and about other job-related supports and programs, including regular workshops that can help you find a job, learn computer skills, or find the path to a new career.
Job Search Supports Drop-In provides you with the opportunity to job search in a group environment, with one-on-one support. You’ll learn about the variety of job search tools available, how to complete a resume, job search profiles and set up job alerts, how to research potential employers, how to attach and send a resume by email, and much more.
Second Career Information Sessions explain the eligibility and suitability criteria to apply for Second Career financial assistance – up to $28,000 for tuition, travel, books and other training-related costs to return to school and find a second career. You may be eligible if you were laid off any time after January 1, 2005. Find out more by registering for an information session.
The Computer Class teaches you how to use computers and basic software. It is designed for those with limited basic skills, and teaches essentials such as starting and shutting down computers, opening, saving and deleting files, using Microsoft Word and Excel, accessing the internet, and using email. Spots are limited!
Career Conversations provides you with the opportunity to practice your English communication and interview skills to help you succeed during the recruitment stage and in the workplace.
Unique Workshops focus on topics such as workplace rights, employer expectations, job searching strategies, and more. Check out our monthly calendar for unique workshops taking place each month.