Newcomer Services
Welcome to Canada! Centre for Skills provides free services to assist newcomers in settling into Canadian life in 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
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.
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
Latest Job Openings
Visit the Job Board to see all available openings.Residential House Cleaner
Posted: November 11, 2026
Mama’s Touch Janitorial Service Inc. is a family-oriented cleaning company based in Milton, Ontario, dedicated to providing high-quality, reliable, and affordable cleaning services to residential clients. The company offers a variety of services, including regular house cleaning, deep cleaning, move-in …
JobID: FM391
Manufacturing Team Member
Posted: November 11, 2026
Join a great team in a light manufacturing environment. Located in Oakville, close to public transit. Must be able to safely lift 50 lbs, be able to read and write in English, currently live in the GTA & be legally …
JobID: FM392
Shipper/Receiver
Posted: November 11, 2026
As a member of the Logistics team the Shipper/Receiver role supports accurate, timely warehouse distribution by preparing orders, handling goods, and coordinating shipping and receiving. The work helps colleagues keep inventory moving and customers’ orders on track. Responsibilities Pick and …
JobID: FM393
Free Workshops
Check out our workshops calendar to learn more about our upcoming free workshops, programs and information sessions.
News & Events
New to Canada? We’re Here to Help You Settle In
August 12, 2026
Ready for Your First Job in Canada?
March 30, 2026
Why In-Person English Classes Still Win
March 30, 2026
Our programs and services are funded by the Government of Canada / Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada