Community Economic developmentPrograms that promote or build improvements in social, economic and health conditions in a particular community or neighborhoods.
Disabilities, mental healthEmployment, education and training focused on meeting needs of consumers of mental health services - may include vocational assessment, training, support, job trials, info and referral.
Disabilities, physicalEmployment, education and training services that focus on meeting the needs of people with physical disabilities
Employment Resource CentersCenters that provide assistance for people looking for jobs, career direction or starting their own business. May provide job posting boards, resume services or access to the Internet for job searches as well as free or low cost access to computers, telephones, fax machines and photocopying. Business directories, job search materials, and labor market information may also be available.
Human Resource Centre Canada officesServices Canada offices provide services to employers, unemployed and underemployed people. Services include access to job banks and labor market information. They also have applications for social insurance numbers and for income security programs (such as Employment Insurance and the Canada Pension Plan).
Job ConnectJob Connect programs provide walk-in services and general resources for people seeking employment, career direction, or information about starting their own business.
Job Finding ClubsJob Finding Clubs (JFCs) are job search workshops that run for intensive three-week sessions. They are run by community-based organizations, private sector groups, and public service organizations. Most JFCs focus their programs on a particular community, skill-set, or industry.
Job search trainingJob preparation training in skills such as resume writing, interviewing, punctuality and workplace behavior.
Job Search WorkshopsJob Search Workshops are condensed three- or four-day workshops for job ready newcomers who are legally entitled to work in Canada. They focus on job search techniques and on accessing labor market information.
LiteracyLiteracy issues and instruction including first language literacy programs for those whose first language is not English.
Older workersPrograms for older workers deal with the needs of experienced workers, usually those 45 years and over. Typical program components include group support, computer basics and the benefits of having transferable skills in the labor market.
Physical DisabilitiesEmployment, education and training services that focus on meeting the needs of people with physical disabilities.
Vocational counselingVocational and career counseling to determine employment preferences, experience and aptitudes.
Vocational trainingEducation or training programs that may include on the job training or placement opportunities.