We are excited to announce that, effective August 1, 2026, World Skills Employment Centre is officially part of the Employment Ontario’s Integrated Employment Services (IES) system. For nearly 30 years, World Skills has helped newcomers and other job seekers build successful careers while supporting employers in connecting with skilled talent. Joining the Employment Ontario network…
World Skills Employment Centre proudly celebrated the employers and community leaders whose commitment to newcomer employment continues to transform lives and strengthen Canada’s workforce. Discover how our 2026 Employer Appreciation & Networking Event honoured four outstanding Employer Champions and five inspiring Leadership Champions for their lasting contributions to newcomer integration and workplace inclusion.
At World Skills Employment Centre, our priority is to deliver high-quality, responsive services that reflect the evolving needs of newcomers and the realities of the labour market. As part of the 2026-2029 funding cycle, we are implementing several important changes to our programming. These adjustments are informed by funding updates, program performance data, and our…
On October 22, 2025, the Horticulture Building at Lansdowne Park was buzzing with energy. World Skills Employment Centre hosted its 8th Annual Job Fair and the results speak for themselves. More than 500 job seekers and 25+ inclusive employers filled the hall, sharing stories, resumes and hopes for the future. The fair’s theme – “Navigating New Realities: Strengthening Resilience” –…
At World Skills Employment Centre, our mission has always been to empower newcomers by providing the tools, resources, and support they need to succeed in the Canadian job market. However, like many non-profit organizations, we have recently faced significant funding cuts that will impact some of our programs and services. While this is a challenging…
On Saturday, January 25th, 2025, the Ottawa Newcomer Entrepreneurs Hub (ONE Hub) hosted its highly anticipated Annual Alumni Networking Event, “Showcasing Immigrant-Owned Businesses: Strengthening the Ottawa Business Community” at the World Skills Employment Centre. The event brought together over 70 attendees consisting of immigrant entrepreneurs, business experts, community partners, and aspiring entrepreneurs, all under one…
Firstly, we are thrilled to announce the launch of the Newcomer Mentorship for Future Leaders in Banking & Finance, a new addition to the corporate mentorship programs in banking and finance at World Skills. This exciting initiative made possible through a strong partnership between World Skills and RBC (Royal Bank of Canada), marked another step…
ONE Hub Incubation Program Recap! On August 1st, 2024, the Ottawa Newcomer Entrepreneurs Hub hosted a Pitch Networking Event to watch pitch presentations from 7 out of 8 inspiring immigrant entrepreneurs who completed our 4-week Incubation program. This program provided invaluable support and connections for their business development and growth. Furthermore, we had over 70…
Honouring Our 25th Anniversary Commitment with a Tree Planting Event! 🌳🌲 Today, October 3, 2024, the World Skills Employment Centre team fulfilled a special promise we made at our 25th Anniversary Gala—to plant 25 trees to commemorate this important milestone. 🌟 Early this morning, 20 of our dedicated staff members headed to a beautiful farm…
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…
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