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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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.
Learn about our settlement programs and language classes
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.
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.
Newcomers
Welcome! Learn more about our free services, English language classes and programs for qualified immigrants to Canada and Halton region.
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.
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.
Latest Job Openings
Visit the Job Board to see all available openings.SKILLED FINISH CARPENTER/FURNITURE MAKER
Posted: September 29, 2026
Ironwood Co. is a growing woodworking and millwork company focused on high-quality custom furniture, millwork, cabinetry, and detailed interior woodwork. We’re looking for a skilled woodworker to join our shop team and grow with us. $20.00-$25.00 per hour THE ROLE …
JobID: FM363
Quality Assurance Coordinator
Posted: September 29, 2026
At Fresh Start Foods you’ll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do. We are seeking individuals: Who are customer centric Who are able to deliver on …
JobID: FM358
Warehouse Intern
Posted: September 29, 2026
Contract Type: Full-time, 12-month contract Salary: $40,000 – $45,000 Location: 1015 Sutton Drive, Burlington, ON, L7L 5Z8 The Liebherr Group has represented leading-edge technical products and services for more than 70 years and has proudly serviced Canadian customers directly since …
JobID: K.S. Warehouse Intern
Warehouse Associates Night Shift
Posted: September 29, 2026
Join one of the BEST teams in the Industry At Fresh Start Foods you’ll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do. We are seeking individuals: Who …
JobID: FM360
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