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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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Workplace Language Training for Customer Service. I’m incredibly grateful to Angela and Melissa at the Centre for Skills and Development. From the moment I started this class, I have already felt a significant improvement in myself. Before, I wasn’t getting any responses to my applications. Now, I’ve received 3 to 4 interview invitations, and I truly believe it’s thanks to the tools, knowledge, and confidence this program gave me. Melissa and Angela, thank you so much for all your support.…

Rose Centeno Oakville, ON

My name is Paulina Brambila, and I came to Canada from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, in May 2023. I have a background in marketing and personal training, and before moving, I used to teach spin classes. I’m a proud mother of two adult children and recently married a Canadian. I currently live in Ottawa and work at GoodLife Fitness. When I arrived, I knew that improving my English would be essential to adjusting to my new life. My biggest challenge has…

Paulina Brambila Oakville, ON

I want to express my deepest gratitude to Angela, Melissa, and Jis for the invaluable guidance that you guys have provided over the past six weeks. Your dedication to teaching us about employment in Canada has been outstanding, from teaching us how to create resumes and cover letters to preparing us for interviews. Your passion and enthusiasm in teaching are truly inspiring. You’ve not only taught us about workplace culture but also encouraged us to constantly improve. You all go…

Rozina Rahman Oakville, 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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A/R, Credit Administrator

Milton, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: October 10, 2025

Salary: 50k   Duties   Required Skills: 

JobID: HV – A/R Credit Administrator

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Intermediate Software Test and Support Technician

Burlington, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: October 10, 2025

Xiris Automation Inc. is a privately held well-established technology company located in Burlington Ontario. We manufacture “machines that can see” quality defects in manufactured goods and continuous processes for the metal fabrication industry. We pride ourselves on our financial stability, …

JobID: HV – Software Test and Support Technician

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Junior Bakery/Pastry Assistant

Burlington, ON In-person Permanent

Posted: October 10, 2025

Job Summary  Candidate will help in general production baking duties, decoration of various style European desserts, working alongside our experienced Pastry Chefs, preparing high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring consistency and excellence in every item. This position is ideal …

JobID: HV – Junior Bakery/Pastry Assistant

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Free Workshops

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News & Events

Employment Services

GTA Job Seekers: Here is your Competitive Edge Checklist for 2025 

October 14, 2025

The job market in the GTA is competitive now, for a variety of reasons, but two reasons that are top of mind are the adjustments required to be agile in our economy due to the new trade environment and the…
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News

TradesLink Ontario – Foreign Credential Recognition Program

October 8, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Date: October 08, 2025  Centre for Skills Awarded Government Contract to Support Skilled Newcomers in Trades  Burlington, ON — Centre for Skills is pleased to announce the launch of a new project, funded by the Government of…
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Employment Services

Taking the Detour: How One Client Turned Setbacks into Success 

September 9, 2025

Life doesn’t always take us straight to where we want to go. Sometimes a roadblock sends us on a detour. Though initially feeling like a setback, a detour can, surprisingly, lead to something even better. Have you ever experienced that? …
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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