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We provide employment programs, assessments and supportive vocational services that help residents of Ontario improve job readiness, explore training and get back to work.

As a service provider for the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD), we facilitate several Employment Ontario programs to help job seekers find work and training opportunities. We also work directly with employers who are looking to hire. These programs and services are free for job seekers and employers as they are funded by the government of Ontario and, in part, by the Government of Canada.

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“My situation is complicated but I didn’t feel rushed or judged at any point. The staff at VPI are really patient. They really care about your success.”
— Client testimonial

Upcoming Events

Fri

Sep 22

Occupational Research
Virtual
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fri

Sep 22

Cultural Sensitivity
Virtual
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Mon

Sep 25

Networking
Virtual
10:00 am - 11:30 am

Mon

Sep 25

Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
Virtual
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Tue

Sep 26

Identifying your Strengths, Skills, and Accomplishments
Virtual
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tue

Sep 26

Workplace Communication
Virtual
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Wed

Sep 27

Resume/Cover Letter Building
Virtual
9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Thu

Sep 28

Disclosure of Disabilities
Virtual
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Thu

Sep 28

Newcomers and the Canadian Work Culture
Virtual
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Fri

Sep 29

Occupational Research
Virtual
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Mon

Oct 2

Networking
Virtual
10:00 am - 11:30 am

Mon

Oct 2

Managing Stress
Virtual
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Tue

Oct 3

Identifying your Strengths, Skills, and Accomplishments
Virtual
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tue

Oct 3

Workplace Communication
Virtual
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Wed

Oct 4

Resume/Cover Letter Building
Virtual
9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wed

Oct 4

Job Interviews
Virtual
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Thu

Oct 5

Adult Basic Education Association - Information Session
Virtual
11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Thu

Oct 5

Disclosure of Disabilities
Virtual
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Thu

Oct 5

Home Instead: In-Person Hiring Event
Ajax
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Thu

Oct 5

Customer Service Excellence
Virtual
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Fri

Oct 6

Occupational Research
Virtual
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tue

Oct 10

Identifying your Strengths, Skills, and Accomplishments
Virtual
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tue

Oct 10

Managing Stress
Virtual
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Wed

Oct 11

Resume/Cover Letter Building
Virtual
9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Wed

Oct 11

Job Interviews
Virtual
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Thu

Oct 12

Introduction to LinkedIn
Virtual
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Thu

Oct 12

Digital Literacy and Etiquette
Virtual
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Fri

Oct 13

Occupational Research
Virtual
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fri

Oct 13

Canadian Armed Forces - Information Session
Virtual
11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Mon

Oct 16

Networking
Virtual
10:00 am - 11:30 am

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JOB SEEKER BLOG POST

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Success Story - Ontario Equine Education and Employment Program

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Ontario Equine Education and Employment Program

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Helping You Find Work Closer to Home

"VPI is the very best employment service you can find. I am 100% satisfied with the results." - Greg, former job seeker Read more>>


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Helping You Find a Better Job

Get skills training and financial support to start your new career with the Better Jobs Ontario program. Read more>>


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Success Story: Helping You Find Work as a Newcomer

“VPI is the answer to all the questions an immigrant can have!” –Arti, former job seeker Read more>>


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What is an Apprenticeship?

Start a rewarding career in the trades with an apprenticeship. Read more>>


Job Interviews

Success Story: Full Support with Your Job Search

"VPI is an integral service that I believe anyone trying to get back to work can benefit from." –Eddie, former job seeker Read more>>


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Critical Skills: Organizational Skills

Find out the importance of organizational skills and how it can benefit your work, school and personal life. Read more>>


4 Essential Skills Taught in School

What transferable skills have you learned in school that can be applied to every part of your life? Read more>>


Industry Spotlight: Retail Jobs for Students

The benefits of working in the retail industry for students. Read more>>


Success Story: Finding Work to Plan for your Future

"Even when I lost hope… They worked and never gave up on me" –Gail, former job seeker Read more>>


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