The goal with all of our Special Events is to help job seekers improve their chances of getting hired. These events include expert guest speakers, hiring events, information sessions about available programs or opportunities. All events are FREE and registration in advance is required as space is limited.
To register for one of our events visit our online calendar.
Opportunities Available
Sign up for one of these events to learn about current opportunities and how to apply with success.
| Event | Date & Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Hiring event: Concentrix On-the-spot interviews to fill several Customer Service Representative positions in Mississauga. |
Wed., Jul 12 10:00 a.m. |
Mississauga |
| Careers in Corrections Learn about current opportunities and how to apply to become a Correctional Officer employed by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. The employer is currently in the process of hiring 2,000 new employees across Ontario. |
Fri, Jul 14 10:30 a.m. |
Mississauga |
| Careers in Trades Learn how to register for apprenticeship programs and continuing education courses available at College of Carpenters & Allied Trades. |
Fri, Jul 21 10:30 a.m. |
Etobicoke |
| Careers in Corrections Learn about current opportunities and how to apply to become a Correctional Officer employed by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services. The employer is currently in the process of hiring 2,000 new employees across Ontario. |
Wed, Jul 26 10:00 a.m. |
Toronto |
| Steps to Becoming a CPA Carmen Jacques, Student Recruitment Manager at CPA Ontario, discusses how you can earn the Chartered Professional Accountants designation, your ticket to career success. |
Fri, Jul 28 10:00 a.m. |
Mississauga |
| Hiring event: Concentrix Pre-screening interviews to fill several of these positions in Oshawa: Customer Care Ambassador, American Express Sales Representative, and Customer Service Advisor. |
Wed., Jul 12 9:00 a.m. |
Oshawa |
| Hiring event: Concentrix Pre-screening interviews to fill several of these positions in downtown, Hamilton: Customer Service Consultant and Technical Service Advisor. |
Thur., Jul 27 1:00 p.m. |
Hamilton |
| Hiring event: Kelly Services Hiring event for Kelly Services to fill several of these positions in the Scarborough area: Forklift Operators, Machine Operators, Electrical Assemblers, and Packers. |
Tues., Aug 1 10:30 a.m. |
Scarborough |
Career Seminars
Sign up for one of these events to improve your job search skills.
| Event | Date & Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Resume Clinic Learn how to create polished resumes through one-on-one support with our professional staff to improve future job prospects. Appointments are available from Monday-Friday between 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
By Appointment. | Walkerton |
| Employment Standards A representative from EMC Safety Group discusses workplace standards and rights in the manufacturing industry. There will be plenty of time at the end to discuss work expectations. |
Tue, Jul 11 8:45 a.m. |
Walkerton |
| Sharpen your Interview Skills Marlon Shaw from Speak and Grow your Business discusses how to effectively communicate during a job interview to impress potential employers. |
Wed, Jul 12 2:00 p.m. |
Ajax |
| SMART Goals Wayne Fowler from Leadership Management International discusses how to effectively set objectives that will help you achieve your goals. |
Mon, Jul 17 10:00 a.m. |
Georgetown |
| Build your Competitive Edge Murali Murthy from ACE World Foundation discusses how to craft your job search success with 15 proven and tested strategies. Murali’s guidance, tips and insights have helped many professionals find their dream jobs quickly. |
Wed, Jul 19 9:30 a.m. |
Richmond Hill |
| Smart Serve Certification $30 training allows participants to legally serve alcohol in Ontario. Financial supports may be available to cover fees. |
Wed, Jul 19 4:00 p.m. |
Walkerton |
Newcomer Seminars
Sign up for an event to help you settle and secure employment in Ontario.
| Event | Date & Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Services for Newcomers Janice Babcock, Manager at Welcome Centre Immigration Services, discusses how to access settlement and integration services, English language training, accreditation and qualifications information, and other services based on personal needs. |
Thu, Jul 20 2:00 p.m. |
Vaughan |
| Mentoring for Newcomers Rajni Sharma from the Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC) discusses the “Mentoring Partnership”, a free program which brings together recent skilled immigrants and established professionals in an occupation-specific mentoring relationship. |
Wed, Jul 26 10:00 a.m. |
Richmond Hill |
| Services for Newcomers Milan Aryal from Service Canada discusses how to access free services available to newcomers such as: the Employment Insurance Benefits, the Canadian Job Bank and Child Benefit ; as well as how to protect your Social Insurance Number from fraud. |
Thu, Aug 17 11:00 a.m. |
Georgetown |
Youth Seminars
Sign up for an event to learn how to access resources available to youth 15-29 years old.
| Event | Date & Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Halton Hills Police Services Constable O’Halloran discusses the process for requesting a criminal record check and being pardoned or expunged as well as the consequences for committing offences as a minor. |
Fri, Jul 14 10:00 a.m. |
Georgetown |
| Halton ADAPT Services Counsellor Claire Langridge from Halton ADAPT Services discusses assessment and treatment services for alcohol, drug, and gambling behaviours. |
Mon, Jul 24 10:00 a.m. |
Georgetown |
| OSAP Application Kailey Thompson from Georgian College discusses general information and changes to OSAP program as well as the application and funding process. |
Thu, Jul 20 10:00 a.m. |
Walkerton |
| Youth Resume Critique Learn how to create polished resumes through one-on-one support with our professional staff to improve future job prospects. |
Fri, Jul 28 1:30 p.m. |
Xperience Annex Hamilton Central Public Library |