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TradesLink Ontario

We are proud to offer free support services for internationally trained tradespeople who want to work in skilled trades in Canada.

 

Get step-by-step guidance through the skills and credential recognition or certification process.

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Get the job that is right for you!

Our Employment Specialists can help with your job search, skills upgrading and career development, regardless of your skill level, education, experience or situation!

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Programs & Services for Newcomers

Welcome to Canada! We offer a wide range of services and programs designed to support newcomers in building a successful future in their new home. Whether you’re looking to improve your English, settle into the community, or learn about working in Canada and Canadian workplace culture, we’re here to help.

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Get on the Right Path to the Skilled Trades Career!

Our skilled trades programs provide free exploration opportunities for eligible individuals considering a career in the skilled trades, as well as pre-apprenticeship training for those ready to begin their skilled trades career in less than a year!

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Services for Employers

Get the most out of your workforce with us! With locations in Burlington, Oakville, Milton and Mississauga, our highly skilled team can assist your company with recruiting, hiring, employee training and facility rentals.

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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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My name is Joanna Bond and I entered your establishment on 25th January completely clueless regarding applying for employment and resume writing in general. Maha immediately came to my assistance and gave me everything I needed. She walked me through the application, formatted my resume and printed out copies. She encouraged me without making me feel small. She answered all my questions kindly and intelligently.  I got the interview and subsequently after 2 interviews I won the job. Maha also came to…

Joanna Bond  Oakville, ON

I’m happy to share that I’ve successfully completed my 12-week Enhanced Language Training course at the Centre for Skills Development! This journey has been an incredible experience filled with learning, growth, and new friendships. A huge THANK YOU to our amazing teachers Angela Spadafora, Lara Lyn, and Ryan Thompson for their invaluable support and guidance. Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the in-person Meet and Greet 2025 event in Burlington at Centre for Skills Development. It was an…

Oxana F Burlington, ON

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve officially graduated from CREW – my Residential Electrical and Carpentry Pre-Apprenticeship program with the Centre for Skills Development This experience has been nothing short of transformative, equipping me with the skills and confidence to bring projects to life from the ground up.One of the highlights of this journey was working on a 500 sq. ft. home build, where I had the opportunity to get hands-on with every stage of construction, including:• Framing: Turning blueprints…

Mustafa A. Burlington, ON
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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

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Government Relations Coordinator

Milton, Ontario  In-person Permanent

Posted: April 2, 2026

Reports to: Policy and Stakeholder Manager   Salary: $50K-$60K  About the Role We are looking for a highly organized, research-minded Government Relations Coordinator to join our team. This is a critical support role designed for a proactive implementer, someone who can …

JobID: Government Relations Coordinator – HV

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AZ Driver

Burlington, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: April 2, 2026

Pay: $21.43-$28.43 per hour Full job description Overview: Benefits:

JobID: AZ Driver – HV

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Digital Communications Specialist 

Milton Head Office or Remote (depending on the candidate and organizational needs) Hybrid Permanent

Posted: April 2, 2026

Company: Canadian Nursery Landscape Association Reports to: Communications Manager Location: Milton Head Office or remote, depending on the candidate and organizational needs Salary: $50-$60K Summary:  The Digital Communications Specialist supports the planning, creation, execution, and optimization of CNLA’s public-facing digital …

JobID: Digital Communications Specialist – HV

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Merchant Sales Representative

Scarborough/ Brampton GTA In-person Permanent

Posted: April 1, 2026

Location: Scarborough and surrounding high-density corridors (including Kennedy & Lawrence, Agincourt, Golden Mile, Sheppard East / Markham Rd, L’Amoreaux) About the Role:We are hiring a Merchant Sales Representative to drive merchant acquisition in Scarborough and surrounding areas. This role focuses …

JobID: Merchant Sales Representative – MA

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Workshops and Events

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News & Articles

Newcomers

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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Newcomers

Why In-Person English Classes Still Win

March 30, 2026

Learning English is easier than ever. You can practice vocabulary on your phone with several popular apps, practice pronunciation with lessons on YouTube, and join virtual classes from your couch. That’s great, but when it comes to improving your English,…
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Employment Services

Are Your Resume Metrics Raising Eyebrows? 

March 12, 2026

You’ve likely heard the advice: “Add numbers to your résumé.” And it’s true — results matter. But in 2026, recruiters, HR teams, hiring managers, and even ATS systems are getting much better at spotting fake or inflated metrics. With AI in the…
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