Our Employment Specialists can help with your job search, skills upgrading and career development, regardless of your skill level, education, experience or situation!
Welcome to Canada! We offer a wide range of services and programs designed to support newcomers in building a successful future in their new home. Whether you’re looking to improve your English, settle into the community, or learn about working in Canada and Canadian workplace culture, we’re here to help.
Get on the Right Path to the Skilled Trades Career!
Our skilled trades programs provide free exploration opportunities for eligible individuals considering a career in the skilled trades, as well as pre-apprenticeship training for those ready to begin their skilled trades career in less than a year!
Get the most out of your workforce with us! With locations in Burlington, Oakville, Milton and Mississauga, our highly skilled team can assist your company with recruiting, hiring, employee training and facility rentals.
Centre for Skills is an independent charity with multiple centres across Halton and Peel. We provide free, government-funded programs to support people at different life stages—youth, job seekers, second-career seekers, and newcomers to Canada—on their journey to career success.
Our services include personalized job search and career development support, workshops, academic upgrading, fully funded pre-apprenticeship skilled trades programs, settlement services, and English language classes for newcomers and more. We also partner with employers, offering free recruitment support, access to pre-screened candidates, wage and training incentives, and customized skilled trades training.
Employment Ontario programs and services are funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario and through the Canada-Ontario Job Agreement.
My name is Joanna Bond and I entered your establishment on 25th January completely clueless regarding applying for employment and resume writing in general. Maha immediately came to my assistance and gave me everything I needed. She walked me through the application, formatted my resume and printed out copies. She encouraged me without making me feel small. She answered all my questions kindly and intelligently. I got the interview and subsequently after 2 interviews I won the job. Maha also came to…
Joanna Bond Oakville, ON
I’m happy to share that I’ve successfully completed my 12-week Enhanced Language Training course at the Centre for Skills Development! This journey has been an incredible experience filled with learning, growth, and new friendships. A huge THANK YOU to our amazing teachers Angela Spadafora, Lara Lyn, and Ryan Thompson for their invaluable support and guidance. Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the in-person Meet and Greet 2025 event in Burlington at Centre for Skills Development. It was an…
Oxana F Burlington, ON
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve officially graduated from CREW – my Residential Electrical and Carpentry Pre-Apprenticeship program with the Centre for Skills Development This experience has been nothing short of transformative, equipping me with the skills and confidence to bring projects to life from the ground up.One of the highlights of this journey was working on a 500 sq. ft. home build, where I had the opportunity to get hands-on with every stage of construction, including:• Framing: Turning blueprints…
We offer a range of government-funded, free services to help employers recruit, train, and retain employees, backed by over 25 years of professional experience.
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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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