Ottawa World Skills

A la carte- Presentation Skills
2025-12-11 13:30 - 16:30, 2025-10-30 13:30 - 16:30 (America/Toronto) | Zoom
The A la carte Workshop is a group-based, half-day workshop focused on one specific topic, where job seekers have the opportunity to enhance their knowledge ands skills to undertake a successful job search in Canada.

Tradewind Scientific Ltd. Career Information Session – Partnership with World Skills Employment Centre
2025-12-09 10:30 - 12:00
Discover exciting career opportunities in the aerospace industry!Join us for an exclusive session with Tradewind Scientific Ltd., a specialized aerospace company based in Ottawa, Ontario, dedicated to airport safety products and services. Since 1980, the company has provided technical measurement and monitoring services, along with equipment, support, and training to airports across Canada, the U.S., Europe, and Scandinavia.

Their expertise includes:

Runway Friction Measurement and Airport Condition Reporting

Safety Management

Airfield and Fleet Inspection Systems

Environmental Monitoring

This session offers an excellent opportunity to:

Learn about Tradewind Scientific Ltd. and its operations.

Explore current and future career opportunities.

Understand the skills and qualifications they seek in potential candidates.

Location: Online via Microsoft TeamsNote: Invitations have been sent by email to targeted participants. Questions about the event? Email us at ee_employer@ottawa-worldskills.org.

This event is for World Skills clients only. If you are a client, check your email for your invitation. If you are not a client yet, visit our website to learn about our services and programs World Skills For Newcomers – Ottawa World Skills.

Virtual Information and Recruitment Event with Voyago
2025-12-09 10:30 - 11:30
World Skills iWorld Skills is proud to partner with Voyago to host an exclusive Virtual Information & Recruitment Session for World Skills clients.

Voyago is a leading transportation company in Ontario, committed to providing safe, reliable, and customer-focused services. They play an essential role in communities by offering school transportation, patient transfer, and other specialized transit solutions. Voyago values professionalism, safety, and care—and they are looking for dedicated individuals to join their team.

Do you enjoy driving and working with kids?Have you ever thought about becoming a School Bus Driver?If you have a full G licence and are 21 years or older, Voyago wants to meet you!

Voyago is currently recruiting School Bus Drivers. This session will provide all the information you need to take the next steps toward this rewarding career.

Event Details:

Format: Virtual (Microsoft Teams)

What to Expect:

Learn about Voyago and its role in the community

Explore the requirements and benefits of becoming a School Bus Driver

Get answers to your questions and connect with the recruitment team

This event is exclusive to World Skills clients. Invitations have been sent by email—don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn more!

Not a World Skills client yet?If you would like to become a client, please visit our website to learn about our programs and how to register Become a Client – Ottawa World Skills.Questions? Email us at ws@ottawa-worldskills.org.

Trade Facilitation Office (TFO) Canada Targeted Recruitment Information Session
2025-12-05 10:30 - 11:30
World Skills is excited to announce an upcoming Targeted Recruitment Information Session in partnership with Trade Facilitation Office (TFO) Canada www.tfocanada.ca

This session will provide an inside look at the organization, current job opportunities, and volunteer pathways.

A Program Director from TFO Canada will share insights about the organization’s mission, workplace culture, and the roles they are actively recruiting for. This is a great opportunity for clients who are exploring career options in international development, trade promotion, and capacity-building initiatives. Invited clients will benefit from direct access to employer information and recruitment guidance.

Current Opportunities:

Financial Analyst

Program Director (Africa)

Program Manager

Project Officer – Communications and Trade Support Services

Location: Online via Microsoft TeamsNote: Invitations have been sent by email to targeted participants. Questions about the event? Email us at ee_employer@ottawa-worldskills.org.

This event is for World Skills clients only. If you are a client, check your email for your invitation. If you are not a client yet, visit our website to learn about our services and programs World Skills For Newcomers – Ottawa World Skills.

ComForCare Virtual Information and Recruitment Event
2025-12-03 10:30 - 11:30
World Skills is excited to partner with ComForCare to host an exclusive Virtual Information & Recruitment Session for World Skills clients.

ComForCare is a trusted organization dedicated to helping seniors live their best lives possible. They provide exceptional home care services throughout Ottawa and surrounding communities, ensuring clients can enjoy their golden years at home while maintaining independence and quality of life. From medication reminders and meal preparation to safety supervision and companionship, ComForCare empowers individuals to continue doing the things they love.

Job Opportunities at ComForCare include:

Home Care Services

Dementia Care

Companionship and Family Respite

Personal Care Services

Household Duties

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors, this event is for you!

Event Details:

Format: Virtual (Microsoft Teams)

What to Expect:

Learn about ComForCare and the services they provide

Explore current employment opportunities

Connect with the recruitment team and ask questions

This event is exclusive to World Skills clients. Invitations have been sent by email—don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn more!

Not a World Skills client yet?If you would like to become a client, please visit our website to learn about our programs and how to register Become a Client – Ottawa World Skills.Questions? Email us at ws@ottawa-worldskills.org.

A la carte- The Intercultural Canadian Workplace
2025-12-02 13:30 - 16:30 | Zoom

Virtual Information and Recruitment Event with Riverstone Retirement Communities
2025-12-02 10:30 - 11:30
World Skills is pleased to partner with Riverstone Retirement Communities to host an exclusive Virtual Information & Recruitment Session for World Skills clients.

Riverstone Retirement Communities is a locally owned and operated organization that offers a full continuum of care—from independent and assisted living to specialized memory care. Their mission is to ensure every individual enjoys a meaningful, engaged, and joyful life in a safe, comfortable, and dignified environment.

Riverstone values its employees as the heart of its community, fostering a workplace culture built on respect, responsibility, loyalty, and opportunities for growth. They are seeking positive and caring team members who want to make a real difference in the lives of seniors. If you are passionate about making an impact and looking for a workplace that values compassion and personal development, this event is for you.

Event Details:

Format: Virtual (Microsoft Teams)

What to Expect:

Learn about Riverstone Retirement Communities, their values, and care offerings

Explore rewarding career paths within their communities

Engage with the recruitment team and ask questions

This event is exclusive to World Skills clients. Invitations have been sent by email—don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn more!

Not a World Skills client yet?If you would like to become a client, please visit our website to learn about our programs and how to register Become a Client – Ottawa World Skills.Questions? Email us at ws@ottawa-worldskills.org.

Career & Recruitment Information Session with NAV Canada
2025-11-27 10:30 - 12:00
World Skills in partnership with NAV Canada is hosting a Career & Recruitment Information Session.

“NAV CANADA is a private, not-for-profit corporation that plays a vital role in the aviation industry by safely managing 18 million square kilometres of Canadian and North Atlantic airspace. Established in 1996, we are proud to be the world’s first fully privatized air navigation service provider.

Every day, our dedicated professionals — from air traffic controllers and technologists to engineers and operational specialists — ensure the safe and efficient movement of aircraft from coast to coast to coast. Through a vast network of air traffic control towers, area control centres, flight service stations, and navigation technologies, we provide essential services that keep Canada’s skies among the safest in the world.

We are passionate about innovation, sustainability, and the future of aviation. Our teams work at the forefront of emerging technologies, advancing how aircraft move through complex and dynamic airspace.”

To learn more about their mission and the many exciting careers available at NAV CANADA, visit navcanada.ca.

The Recruitment team from NAV Canada will be sharing information regarding the organization, the work culture and their hiring process. This will a good opportunity for you to network and get tips on how to stand out in the application process.

This event is for World Skills clients only. If you are a client, check your email for your invitation. If you are not a client yet, visit our website to learn about our services and programs World Skills For Newcomers – Ottawa World Skills.

A la carte- Self Leadership for your Job Search
2025-11-27 09:30 - 12:30 | Zoom

Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) Recruitment Event
2025-11-26 13:30 - 15:00
Meet the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI), one of Canada’s Top 10 Best Employers (Forbes, 2025). Learn about their mission to improve health care through data and discover exciting career opportunities in analytics, IT, and corporate services.

CIHI is an independent, not-for profit organization that for 30 years has produced objective, accurate, reliable and actionable data and information to improve the Canadian health care system and population health. It maintains a broad range of health system databases, measurements and standards, and produces evidence-based reports and analyses for policy- and decision- makers

CIHI continually recruits for the following kinds of jobs, as well as the corporate services roles to support them.

Data Analyst

Senior Data Analyst

Python/PySpark Developer

Java Developer

IT Support Technician

IT Service Desk

Here are some of the perks of working at CIHI:

Defined Benefits Pension Plan

Learning and Professional Development Program

Work-life balance

Generous vacation days

Career and Retirement Planning Programs

Want to know more? Come with your questions and meet this employer.

Platform: Microsoft Teams

This event is exclusive to World Skills clients.If you are not yet a client, please visit our website to learn how to register and check your eligibility for our programs. World Skills For Newcomers – Ottawa World Skills

Job Search Workshop
2025-11-24 09:30 - 2025-11-28 12:30, 2025-11-03 09:30 - 2025-11-07 12:30, 2025-10-20 09:30 - 2025-10-24 12:30, 2025-09-22 09:30 - 2025-09-26 12:30, 2025-09-08 09:30 - 2025-09-12 12:30, 2025-08-18 09:30 - 2025-08-22 12:30 | Zoom
The Job Search Workshop (JSW) is a group-based, one-week workshop where job seekers have the opportunity to learn and practice the skills needed to undertake a successful job search in Canada. Graduates of the program have access to ongoing employment counselling support.

JSW Alumni- Connect
2025-11-20 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-08-28 17:30 - 19:30
The JSW Alumni Connect Event is an in-person networking opportunity for past participants of the Job Search Workshop at World Skills. It’s designed to foster connections, share job search experiences, and provide ongoing support for newcomers as they navigate the Canadian job market.

Job Search Workshop OCCSC (week 2)
2025-11-18 13:30 - 2025-11-19 16:30, 2025-08-12 13:30 - 2025-08-13 16:30 | Zoom
The OCCSC Job Search Workshop (JSW) is a group-based, five days workshop that takes place throughout two weeks, where job seekers have the opportunity to learn and practice the skills needed to undertake a successful job search in Canada. Graduates of the program have access to ongoing employment counselling support.

Job Search Workshop OCCSC (week 1)
2025-11-11 13:30 - 2025-11-13 16:30 | Zoom

8th Annual World Skills Job Fair
2025-10-22 10:00 - 15:30
We are excited to announce the 8th Annual World Skills Job Fair taking place on October 22, 2025 under the theme “Navigating New Realities: Strengthening Resilience.”

Join us for a dynamic day of networking and opportunities with top employers from sectors like:

Technology

Healthcare

Banking & Finance

Public Service

Engineering

Education

Architecture

Active clients will receive a personal invitation by email during the last week of September.

🗓️ Registration opens: September 25 at 9:00 am🚪 Closes: October 15

Not a client yet? Visit our website to learn how to join and explore the programs we offer.

Job Search Workshop (French)
2025-10-20 13:30 - 2025-10-24 16:30, 2025-09-08 13:30 - 2025-09-12 16:30 | Zoom

A la carte- Social Media
2025-10-09 09:30 - 12:30, 2025-08-07 09:30 - 12:30 | Zoom

A la carte- Transferable skills
2025-09-04 09:30 - 12:30 | Zoom

A la Carte- Resume Strategies
2025-08-26 09:30 - 12:30 | Zoom

CARE Canada and Cooperation Canada
2025-08-12 13:30 - 15:00
Discover Careers in NGOs: From Local Impact to Global Change

Curious about working in international development, humanitarian aid, or social justice? This session is your gateway into the world of NGOs. Hear directly from senior leaders at CARE Canada and Cooperation Canada about:

The most in-demand roles in the sectorWhat employers are really looking forHow to stand out in your applications

Whether you’re just starting or looking to pivot your career, this is a unique opportunity to gain insider knowledge and explore meaningful career paths that make a difference.

Note: This event is exclusive to World Skills clients. If you are not a client, please register on our website or send us an email at ws@ottawa-worldskills.org.
