Going into a job interview can be nerve-wracking for any job seeker! It is especially challenging for newcomers who are looking to enter the Canadian workforce where there is often limited to no familiarity. At World Skills, we help newcomers by providing crucial employment support and resources to assist them with navigating the Canadian workplace. …
Members of the Ottawa business community and various other community organizations joined the Ottawa Newcomer Entrepreneurs Hub (ONE Hub) in hosting its Annual Alumni Celebratory Event! More than 75 attendees had the opportunity to network with business experts and learn about available resources to support immigrant entrepreneurs in Ottawa. The event was held to celebrate…
World Skills Employment Centre is pleased to receive a donation from local Ottawa business, Express Employment Professionals Ottawa East. On Tuesday, December 7th, Business Developer at Express Employment Professionals Craig Winchester presented a cheque of $3,412.50 to World Skills. Express Employment Professionals of Ottawa is a leading staffing provider helping job seekers find work with…
“Finding a job for many people can be a daunting and difficult exercise. To do so as newcomer to Canada can sometimes feel almost impossible. But thanks to incredible organizations like World Skills Employment Centre, Ottawa’s newest residents can get the support they need to find employment.” – City of Ottawa Mayor, Mark Sutcliffe. Over…
Join us on Tuesday, November 21 at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre for the this year’s second installment of the World Skills Job Fair. We are excited to host over 30 Ottawa employers who are currently recruiting talent. Learn more about the Job Fair here.
Newcomers with career paths in regulated fields including the Skilled Trades, who are seeking to have their credentials recognized, undertaking training for an alternative career, or both can benefit from the Credential Recognition Program (CRP). The Ottawa Community Loan Fund (OCLF) recently celebrated the launch of the program in partnership with World Skills Employment Centre,…
On Tuesday, October 31, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, unveiled the Strategic Immigration Review report and revealed plans to improve Canada’s immigration system. The Minister made the announcement at a press conference held at World Skills Employment Centre. Minister Miller outlined several plans to transform Canada’s immigration system to welcome…
The National Capital Council (NCC) recently welcomed more than 80 skilled immigrants to the NCC’s first-ever recruitment and networking event with World Skills Employment Centre. Speaking to clients at the event which was held on October 24, NCC’s CEO Tobi Nussbaum emphasized his commitment to making the NCC one of Ottawa’s most diverse and inclusive…
Did you know that at World Skills, we help newcomers kick-start their Job Search journey before arriving in Canada? Making the decision to move to another country to start a new life is exciting but can also be very challenging. Navigating culture shock, a new climate, a different job market, learning new skills and integrating…
Did you know that the Self-storage Industry offers remote jobs as well? Self-storage has become an increasingly popular industry in recent years. With people downsizing their homes, relocating, or simply looking for a place to store their belongings, the demand for self-storage units has risen. If you are interested in pursuing a career in the…
The Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) has partnered with World Skills Employment Centre to host a Recruitment Drive and Information Session for IT professionals. The session was held in June where newcomers had an opportunity to learn about the benefits of working at the CBSA. .The CBSA’s Data and Database Administration Division says it is…
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