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Centre for Skills is an independent charity with multiple centres across Halton and Peel. We provide free, government-funded programs to support people at different life stages—youth, job seekers, second-career seekers, and newcomers to Canada—on their journey to career success.

Our services include personalized job search and career development support, workshops, academic upgrading, fully funded pre-apprenticeship skilled trades programs, settlement services, and English language classes for newcomers and more. We also partner with employers, offering free recruitment support, access to pre-screened candidates, wage and training incentives, and customized skilled trades training.

Employment Ontario programs and services are funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario and through the Canada-Ontario Job Agreement.

Pour des services d’établissement en français et/ou la formation linguistique en français, veuillez contacter:  Nouveaux arrivants : Trouvez des services gratuits près de chez vous (canada.ca)

If you wish to access French language training and/or French settlement services, please contact:  Find free newcomer services near you (canada.ca)

Please note: This website is maintained by Centre for Skills Development and not by the Government of Ontario.

Together, we assist over 20,000 people annually in Halton Region and Mississauga.

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Client Testimonials

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Job Seekers

Visit one of our sites to use job search resources, or book an appointment with one of our Employment Specialists for one to one assistance.

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Newcomers

Welcome! Learn more about our free services, English language classes and programs for qualified immigrants to Canada and Halton region.

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Skilled Trades

Start your skilled trades career in less than  a year! Our free programs get eligible students trained for rewarding careers in skilled trades.

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Employers

We offer a range of government-funded, free services to help employers recruit, train, and retain employees, backed by over 25 years of professional experience.

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Latest Job Openings

Visit the Job Board to see all available openings.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Milton, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: October 17, 2025

Salary: $30–$35 an hour – Temporary, Permanent, Seasonal, Full-time  A successful candidate requires the following:  • Valid G Driver’s license.  • Reliable transportation (work locations will vary).  • (5) years experience operating an Excavator (Experience from 3.5T – 30T machines).  …

JobID: HV – Heavy Equipment Operator

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Member Services Coordinator

Milton, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: October 15, 2025

Salary: $50,000  About the Position:  In this role, you will provide the first line of communications with members when they contact the Canadian Nursery Landscape Association office (CNLA). The Member Services team member will provide administrative support to all member …

JobID: HV – Member Services Coordinator

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Shipper/Receiver

Milton In-person Permanent

Posted: October 15, 2025

Title: Shipper/Receiver Reports to: Plant Superintendent                                            Department: Shipping          Rate of Pay: $20-$21/hour                                                              Division: Milton JOB SUMMARY: We’re looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Shipper/Receiver to join …

JobID: FM224

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Studio & Media Coordinator

Oakville, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: October 15, 2025

Part-Time | 25-30 hours per week | $17.60-$20.00 per hour | Junior-Level Position About Savvy Art Inc. At Savvy Art Inc., we transform spaces and mindsets through art. Our boutique art studio (SavvyArt Market) and creativity workshops (ArtSpa) help people …

JobID: FM223

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Workshops and Events

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News & Articles

GTA Job Seekers: Here is your Competitive Edge Checklist for 2025 

October 14, 2025

The job market in the GTA is competitive now, for a variety of reasons, but two reasons that are top of mind are the adjustments required to be agile in our economy due to the new trade environment and the…
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TradesLink Ontario – Foreign Credential Recognition Program

October 8, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Date: October 08, 2025  Centre for Skills Awarded Government Contract to Support Skilled Newcomers in Trades  Burlington, ON — Centre for Skills is pleased to announce the launch of a new project, funded by the Government of…
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Taking the Detour: How One Client Turned Setbacks into Success 

September 9, 2025

Life doesn’t always take us straight to where we want to go. Sometimes a roadblock sends us on a detour. Though initially feeling like a setback, a detour can, surprisingly, lead to something even better. Have you ever experienced that? …
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