Newcomer Services
Welcome to Canada! Centre for Skills provides free services to assist newcomers in settling into Canadian life in the Halton region.
For help with settlement, please contact us:
Tel.: 905-333-3499
TF: 1-888-315-5521
Email: newcomers@centreforskills.ca
Our Settlement Information Specialists provide personalized guidance on various aspects such as banking, obtaining a driver’s license, accessing healthcare, securing employment, childcare options, and navigating immigration and citizenship applications. Additionally, we offer Commissioner of Oaths services to assist with official documentations. Beyond settlement assistance, the Centre provides language instruction through LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) classes, enhanced language training tailored for workplace readiness, and community connection programs designed to help newcomers integrate socially and culturally.
Center for Skills can help you:
- Learn and improve your English skills
- Settle into the community
- Learn about working in Canada and Canadian workplace culture
- Prepare for a new career
- Find jobs and apply to them
- Explore skilled trades careers
- Access free training programs for workplace language and skills
- Prepare for Canadian citizenship
- Commissioner of Oaths services
- Secure banking, driver’s license, healthcare, childcare, schooling
- Navigate immigration, sponsorship, citizenship and PR renewal applications
Settlement Information Services
Get free assistance with settling in Canada’s Halton region with help from our Settlement Information Specialists.
English Language Classes
We offer free English language classes, both in person and online, to help newcomers improve their language skills for living and working in Canada.
Community Connections
Our free Community Connections programs and events are designed to help newcomers learn about life in Canada, make new friends, and engage with their community.
What you’ll like about our services
Our newcomer services team is ready to help you settle in your new community in Halton, learn about services and programs that can help you as you are adjusting to life in Canada, improve your skills and prepare for job search and a new career. Our services and all our programs are free.
Latest Job Openings
Visit the Job Board to see all available openings.Professional House Cleaner
Posted: July 22, 2025
MaidPro Burlington-Oakville is a locally owned and operated residential cleaning company dedicated to improving the lives of its clients by providing high-quality, reliable home cleaning services. Proudly serving the communities of Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Hamilton, and surrounding areas, MaidPro is …
JobID: AW15
Cook
Posted: July 22, 2025
We are currently seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our team as a ‘COOK’. The position will begin as part-time, with the opportunity to transition into a full-time role based on performance and availability. The ideal candidate should have …
JobID: FM211
Assistant Cook
Posted: July 22, 2025
Job details Shift and schedule Weekends as needed Evening shift Every Weekend Day shift Application Details: Cover letter ESTABLISHMENT: Térasa Restaurant LOCATION: Burlington, ON RESTAURANT HOURS: MONDAY: CLOSED TUESDAY: CLOSED WEDNESDAY: 10:30am-9:00pm THURSDAY: 10:30am-9:00pm FRIDAY: 10:30am-9:00pm SATURDAY: 8:00am-9:00pm SUNDAY: 8:00am-3:00pm …
JobID: FM166
Free Workshops
Check out our workshops calendar to learn more about our upcoming free workshops, programs and information sessions.
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Our programs and services are funded by the Government of Canada / Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada