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Our Programs and Services are Free!

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.

Building Better Futures

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.

Quality Assurance Inspector for Transit Shelter/Fine Pixel Pitch

Royal Windsor Drive, Mississauga, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: August 17, 2026

Company: Media Resources. Position: Quality Assurance Inspector for Transit Shelter/Fine Pixel Pitch Schedule: Monday to Friday Hours of Work: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pay Rate: Starting at: $23/h. Location: Royal Windsor Drive, Mississauga, ON (However, during the training period, …

JobID: HV-Quality Assurance Inspector for Transit Shelter/Fine Pixel Pitch

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Prepress Coordinator

Burlington, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: August 17, 2026

Rate of pay: $21.00 General Description and responsibilities of Position: Coordinates activities in electronic prepress, digital file transmission, image assembly, proofing, plate making, and other electronic prepress activities in preparation for printing Assists prepress team with electronic conversion and digital …

JobID: HV – Prepress Coordinator

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Light Duty Cleaner

Milton, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: August 17, 2026

Job Description A Light Duty Cleaner is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in designated areas, performing tasks such as dusting, mopping, and sanitizing to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.  Key Responsibilities: Cleaning Tasks: Perform routine cleaning duties including …

JobID: FM338

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Inspector-Finisher

Burlington, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: August 17, 2026

Rate of pay: $21 Job Summary Under limited supervision and according to the job ticket instructions finish and inspect customer orders to meet the quality objectives of the management system. General Description and responsibilities of Position: Rewinds and inspects printed …

JobID: HV-Inspector-Finisher

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Workshops and Events

Check out our Calendar of Events to learn more about the upcoming free workshops and events.

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News & Articles

New to Canada? We’re Here to Help You Settle In 

August 12, 2026

Moving to a new country means a hundred new things to figure out at once — housing, health care, schools, banking, language, community. It\’s a lot. You don\’t have to do it alone.  At Centre for Skills Development, our Settlement Services team is here…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

August 10, 2026

Date: August 10, 2026  Centre for Skills Launches Community Bridge Program to Help Newcomers Build English Skills, Community Connections and Careers in Halton Region  Burlington, ON — Centre for Skills is pleased to announce the launch of the Community Bridge Program,…
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Ready for Your First Job in Canada?

March 30, 2026

Many newcomers are ready and need to work in Canada. When close to completing a CLB level 4, it’s possible to get an entry level job, but often a newcomer’s confidence does not always match their desire to get a…
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