Employment Help
Are you looking for a job?
The following programs may be able to help.
Employment Centres for Youth
Employment Centers for Youth provide a number of different services such as:
- One-on-one counselling.
- Full time / Part time employment opportunities.
- Resume and cover-letter writing.
- Computer workshops.
Employment Centres in Ottawa include:
Youth Zone Jeunesse
Located on 1st Floor, East Side Entrance. Tel. 613-580-9663
Youth Employment Services Centretown and East
Located on 5th Floor. Tel. 613-236-8244
Youth Job Link
Get help with resumes, practice your interview skills and get connected with employers.
Visit Youth Job Link for more details!
Youth Job Connection
Are you having trouble finding a job? Youth Job Connection may have the connection you were looking for.
At Job Connection you can find:
- Paid pre-employment training
- Mentor-ship services
- Paid job placements
You can find more information here!
Starter Company Plus
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur waiting to begin your own business? Well, wait no more for Started Company Plus is here to help.
Get help with business plan by:
- Participate in workshops
- Get business tips from professionals
- Receive guidance with budgeting
- Applying for their $5000 grant!
You can find more information here!
Ontario Disability Support Program: Employment Supports
If you have a disability, ODSP employment supports can help you find and keep a job, or advance your career. Community-based service providers across Ontario deliver ODSP employment supports.
For those looking for a job, they provide services such as:
- Skill-matching during job search.
- On-site training.
- Computer training.
- Transportation assistance.
For those who wants to become an entrepreneur, the center offers:
- Help with a business plan.
- Financial help ( tools & licenses).
- Mentoring.
You can find more information here!
Youth Employment Help Center Y.E.H.C
Drop in employment help is offered for youth at risk at the main branch of Ottawa`s public library. Y.E.H.C offers a variety of free services for youth at risk such as: setting up a bank/email account, conducting mock interviews, editing resumes and cover letters, and providing free clothing and haircuts, etc.
You can find more information here.
