Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre

Resource Centre

• employment information and assistance such as job search techniques, apprenticeship information, co-op and volunteering information, information on starting a business, resumes and cover letters
• one-on-one employment assistance and counselling by appointment
• access to phones, fax machine, photocopier and scanner, computers with internet, reference materials

Job Search Workshops for Newcomers

• employment counsellors help newcomer clients to identify steps to reach employment goals and understand specific occupations in Canada
• learn job search strategies
• gain knowledge of Canadian work culture, labour market and employer expectations
• network and contact employers, connect with mentoring programs

Digital Literacy

• one-on-one support in computer basics including MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Internet, email, social media and job applications

TRIEC Mentoring Partnership (Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council)

• helps immigrant professionals reconnect with their careers; mentees receive support and advice from mentors in their profession -- see separate listing

Entrepreneurship

• training on taking first steps to start a business
• support in business planning, goal setting, marketing, financial resources and other supports available for small businesses
  
  

Food Handler Training and Certification

• for newcomers and other job seekers
• learn about safe food handling practices and prepare for certification exam
• assistance with job search tools and techniques, and support with co-op or job placement
• free childminding and bus fare for eligible participants

Some trainings may take place at other agency locations; please contact organization for details

• Employment / Training - Newcomer Employment Programs
• Employment / Training - Self-Employment / Entrepreneurship
• Newcomers - Immigration / Sponsorship
• Newcomers - Newcomer Employment Programs