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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 x 460

TF: 1-888-315-5521 x 460

Email: newcomers@centreforskills.ca

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Client Testimonials

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I studied at the spring ELT course 2025. This training effectively helped to improve my English level. I would also like to note the following: – High level of professionalism and work ethic of our trainers Angela Spadafora, Lara Lyn Young, and Ryan; – Well-chosen topics and materials with the prospect of getting a job; – Emphasis on important details; – A lot of useful information content; – Invited speakers and sharing their experience; – Interesting semantic tasks for self-development;…

Nataliia Dychka Burlington, ON

I knew the ELT class from the recommendation of my precious ESL class pathway teacher. Before I attended ELT provided by the Centre for Skills Development, I thought it was only an English enhancement course. But I soon understood that it provided more than language skills for newcomers. Which included knowledge of Canadian job marketing, workplace culture, resume writing, interview strategies, even mental health, WES credential evaluation, LinkedIn guidance, and so on.   I got four interviews and did better and…

Clark Chen Oakville, ON

Today is my first day to start my new job after our class. I feel so confident instead of nervous or anxious in a new career because of you.  I believe that as I move forward in my work journey, I will carry with me the knowledge, skills, and insights that I have gained under your mentorship in the Enhanced Language Program. I am confident that the lessons I have learned from you will continue to serve me well in…

Abby Han  Burlington, ON

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

 

Tel.: 905-333-3499 x 460

TF: 1-888-315-5521 x 460

Email: newcomers@centreforskills.ca

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Latest Job Openings

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Accounts Receivable Clerk

Hamilton, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: November 18, 2025

Hours of Work/Location:  Full time 40 hours per week, Monday- Friday. 9am-5pm. Based at Hamilton Main Office: 1430 Main St. East, Hamilton, Ontario Salary:   $46,600-$57,400  Position Description: As the Accounts Receivable Clerk, being a motivated and detail oriented, you will support …

JobID: HV-Accounts Receivable Clerk

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Alarm Technician

Burlington, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: November 18, 2025

The technician team member and although the hours of work may vary to meet the objectives of the projects, our typical business hours of operation are 830am-5pm. We do require you to manage time appropriately to meet the project deadlines.  Generally, as a technician, you …

JobID: HV-Alarm Technician

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Electrical Engineering Designer

Burlington, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: November 18, 2025

Join our team as an Electrical Engineering Designer and play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical power and control systems for the refrigeration and cooling industry. In this hands-on position, you’ll contribute to the design and development of motor controls, programmable logic controllers, …

JobID: RL0001

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Free Workshops

Check out our workshops calendar to learn more about our upcoming free workshops, programs and information sessions.

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News & Events

Convert International Trades Experience into Canadian Certification with the help of TradesLink Ontario!

November 12, 2025

Stop waiting and start working! Are you an internationally trained and experienced tradesperson in a trade where certification/licensing is required? Are you confused or frustrated by the process? That’s where the TradesLink Ontario Program at the Centre for Skills steps…
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Newcomer to Canada? Need Job Search Support?

November 10, 2025

Are you a newcomer to Canada who is: 1. Struggling with doubts that you will ever use your professional skills again? 2. Feeling a lack of confidence in your English pronunciation and expressions? 3. Unsure about how to fit into…
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Employment Services

Practicing for an Interview? Refresh your STAR

November 10, 2025

The STAR method—Situation, Task, Action, Result—has been the gold standard for answering behavioral interview questions for years. But as Ai-assisted job interviews have pushed a shift toward more authentic, human-centered conversations in hiring, it might be time to reconsider the…
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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