Are you interested in starting a career in the culinary industry? Join us for an information session about the YMCA’s new 10-week Culinary Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program. This hands-on program provides kitchen training, food safety certifications, and essential workplace skills, followed by an 8–12 week paid job placement. It is a great opportunity for individuals looking...
As residents across Ottawa prepare to vote this October for Mayor, City Councillors, and School Board Trustees, thousands of temporary election workers are needed to help deliver a voting experience that is welcoming, accessible, and inclusive for all electors. The City of Ottawa is currently recruiting more than 5,000 temporary workers for positions at voting...
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.
Join our in-person Conversation Circles, held twice a month for newcomers with CLB 6+. These friendly, guided sessions help you practice speaking, build confidence, and connect with others in a supportive environment.Improve your English while meeting new people! Format: In-person 237 Argyle Av. Board Room 2This event is exclusive to World Skills clients. Invitations have...
From Survivor to Thriver is a supportive, empowerment-focused program helping participants build confidence, resilience, and skills for personal and career growth. Through interactive workshops, participants strengthen communication, set goals, and explore pathways to education, training, and employment in a safe, trauma-informed space.Delivered in partnership with Immigrant Women Services Ottawa and Ottawa World Skills.Exclusive to Ottawa...
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.
What is Employment Insurance(EI), and why is it important? Format: Virtual (Zoom)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...
Learn about the certification and licensing process for internationally trained architects, including credential assessment and requirements through Canadian Architectural Certification Board
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.
From Survivor to Thriver is a supportive, empowerment-focused program helping participants build confidence, resilience, and skills for personal and career growth. Through interactive workshops, participants strengthen communication, set goals, and explore pathways to education, training, and employment in a safe, trauma-informed space.Delivered in partnership with Immigrant Women Services Ottawa and Ottawa World Skills.Exclusive to Ottawa...
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