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Resources - Area Code 416
Ontario March of Dimes
Literacy Options
Literacy Options is an educational/pre-vocational program based solely on students' individual goals and needs. The program is completely self-paced and encourages growth and independence.
Curriculum
English- Reading and Comprehension
- Grammar and Spelling
- Conversational Skills
- Problem Solving
- Compensational learning
Mathematics- Basics to problem solving, algebra and complex functions.
Personal Effectiveness- Communication skills
- Goal setting
- Personal skill development
- Workplace behaviour
- Time management
Linkages
Between Literacy Options and the mainstream, linkages allow students to get hands-on experience before graduating. They can enter either a training program or an advanced course while still in the Literacy Options program.
More Information
Juliette M. Christiansen, Co-ordinator
Room 1407, Newnham Campus
Seneca College
1750 Finch Avenue East
North York, Ontario M2J 2X5
416-491-5050 ext 2567
A.C.C.E.S
(Accessible Community Counselling & Employment Services)
Job Connect Program
- Individual Career Counselling
- Career Planning Workshop (2 full days)
- résumé Writing Workshop (1 full day)
- Job Search Workshop (2 full days)
- Interview Skills Workshop (3 full days)
- Seminars and Guest Speaker Series
- Referral to On-the-Job Training (OJT)
- Information and Referral Services
Eligibility- 25 years old and older
- Not receiving benefits from Employment Insurance, Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
- Looking for work
Job Search Workshop
A 3-day program specifically designed for new Canadians, committed to looking for employment.
Eligibility- New Canadians, eligible to work in Canada
- Individuals who have never worked in their profession in Canada
- ESL level 4
Prerequisites- Familiar with keyboard, mouse and Windows 3.1 or later
Résumé Clinic (approved by Ontario Works)- Walk away with an effective résumé
- 1 hour follow-up with a counsellor
Computer Training (approved by Ontario Works)- Training in Microsoft Office '97 (use and integration of MSWord, Excel and Power Point in Windows)
- 2 Weeks = 50 hours + 10 hours of self-paced practice
More Information
Toronto
416-921-1800
100 – 489 College Street
Scarborough
416-431-5326
250 – 2100 Ellesmere Road
Corbrook
Corbrook offers services in Scarborough and North York.
Work Ability Assessment- Identifies barriers to employment
- Assess return to work capabilities
- Recommends strategies for securing long term employment
Duration of Assessment: 2 weeks
Fee: $600
Work Hardening
The goal of this program is to improve the client's physical tolerance in the workplace, enhancing the opportunity for employment within the current competitive marketplace.Duration: 4-8 weeks
Fee: $275 per week (on-site)
Work Trails
The client's ability to perform, achieve work tolerance, and reach employer productivity expectations will be evaluated. A comprehensive report will be given out to help recommend realistic job options in keeping with skills, abilities and the labour market.Duration: 2-8 weeks
Fee: $295 per week (on-site)
Employment Readiness Training
The professional vocational staff at Corbrook provides:- Potential job opportunities
- Knowledge to find hidden employment opportunities
- Practical strategies for successful job search
- résumé writing skills
- Exploration of the current labour market
- many other useful service
Fees: Group program: $495 per week
Individual Program: $650 per week
Supported Employment Services
Job Developer and Job Coaches successfully secure placements for clients who are subject to catastrophic impairments. They work to ensure long-term job placement success. Students may enter the program on their own initiative or through an organization such as O.D.S.P. If eligible, organizations might be able to help you pay for Corbrooks fees.
Fees: $45 per hour
More Information
Sue Carter-Ryerse, Director of Vocational Services
416-245-5565
416-245-5358 fax
Epilepsy TorontoA.C.E.
(Awareness, Consultations & Employment)
A full range of employment services, including:- Career services
- Effective and current job search strategies-including résumé writing, interview and networking techniques
- Skills evaluation
- Job referral
- Job retention strategies - workplace communications, disclosure, job accommodation, human rights, labour/legislation
- Guidance on driving legislation and workplace benefits
The A.C.E program dispels the existing fears and gives people with epilepsy the confidence and resources they need to succeed. The professional at A.C.E work one-on-one with employers and employees to promote a positive and lasting working relationship.
More Information
Gemini School of Trades
Offers programs in Building Maintenance & Management Training for those wanting to make a career in building maintenance or property administration.
Features- "Hands-on" instruction in spacious well-equipped classrooms and labs
- Wide range of training options
- Assessment services for residential and commercial buildings
- Free Special English Classes
Custodial Course
- 8-week course to train the modern custodian
- taught using the latest power equipment, tools, chemical products, etc.
Training focuses on:- Workplace safety
- Hand tools and equipment
- Power cleaning equipment
- Chemicals
- Hard floor care
- Carpet care
- General cleaning
- Garbage cleaning
- Garbage disposal system cleaning
- Grounds care
Certificates Issued- Custodian Certificate
- WHMIS Certificate
Superintendent Course
12-week course to train individuals and/or couples to work as building managers, building superintendents or maintenance workers
Training focuses on:- Custodial work
- Drywall repair
- Painting
- Wallpapering
- Tiling walls and floors
- Carpet installation
- Minor electrical
- Plumbing
- Minor carpentry
- Masonry repair
- Building equipment operations
- Life safety systems
- Business operations
- Tenant Protection Act
- Marketing
- Leasing
Certificates Issued- Superintendent Certificate
- WHMIS Certificate
Property Administration Course
- 26-week course in leading-edge management software
Course Content- PA career development
- PA procedures & policies
- PA laws & regulations
- PA maintenance & housekeeping
- PA human resources management & supervision skills
- Introduction to professional property software
- PA financial accounting principles
- Top-of-the-line professional commercial module
- PA leasing & marketing
- Top of the line professional Module
- Tenant Protection Act
- Condominium Act
- Fire code with building code excerpts
Certificates Issued- Property Administration Certificate
- WHMIS Certificate
Eligibility Criteria- familiarity with Windows 95/98
- some typing skills (25 wpm)
More Information
Gemini School of Trades
50 Cruzon Street, 2nd Floor (St. Joseph School)
Toronto, Ontario M4M 3B4
416-406-2117
Metro Labour Education CentreMLEC is an integrated worker education centre which provides education and training services to employed and unemployed workers in Toronto and York Region.Programs available- Labour Studies Certificate Program
- Workplace Learning Programs
- Direct assistance to workers facing permanent layoff or plant closure
- Direct assistance to displaced workers
- Assisting unions
Courses Delivered- English as a Second Language
- English and Math upgrading
- Communication Skills
- Prior Learning Assessment
- Technological Literacy
- Working with the computer
More Information
201A – 1209 King Street West
Toronto, Ontario M6K 1G2
416-537-6532
416-537-6000 fax
Training & Employment Services
Costi
The centre's objective is to assist both newly arrived and settled immigrants to participate fully in Canada by helping them with employment, family and settlement services in Toronto.
Services and Programs- Career and Employment Preparation Program (CEPP)
- Information and Referral Services (I.R.S.)
- Employment Planning and Preparation (E.P.P.)
- On-the-Job-Training (O.J.T.)
- Employment Resource Centre Services
- Ontario Works
- Business Development Program
- Women's Programs
- Settlement Services
- Caribbean Youth Project
- Pre-Employment Workshops
Life Skills Training Workshops- Orientation Session
- Career Exploration & Labour Market Information
- Basic Résumé/Cover Letter and Application Form
- High Impact Résumé/Cover Letter Writing Workshop
- Job Search Techniques/Hidden Job Market
- Interview Techniques/Presentation Skills
Office hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
More Information
Costi-Toronto
700 Caledonia Road, Toronto, Ontario M6B 4H9
416-789-7925
416-789-3499 fax
Email employ@costi.org
Goodwill
Goodwill Toronto is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides funds and provides work training and job-related services to people facing employment barriers.
Programs offered by Goodwill Toronto include:- Microsoft Office 2000
- Hotel Employment Leadership Program (HELP), guaranteed job in a hotel
- Janitorial and Maintenance
- Customer Service
- Food Services
- Work on Track, a training program for people with psychiatric histories
- Return to Work/Vocational Assessment/Work Hardening
- Job Search Strategies
- Career Action Planning Program
- Employment Resource Centres, open to the public
- Contact Centre for Youth, offering at-risk youths guaranteed jobs in the call centre industry
- Contact Centre Training Program for persons with disabilities, offered guaranteed jobs in the call centre industry
YWCACareer Assessment and Planning
A 3-day standardized CAP program includes:- tests and tools to assess personality and interests
- interactive, participatory learning
- positive, supportive, confidential atmosphere
- workshop format with small groups of 12-15
More Information
YWCA CAP Program
276 Meryon Street, Toronto, Ontario M4S 1A9
416-487-7151 ext 234
416-487-7154 fax
Email lifeskil@ycwa.org
Working Skills for Women- Self Discovery/Career Planning
- Employability Skills
- Emotional Intelligence
- Marketing Yourself
- Labour Market Trends
- Researching Occupations, Information Interviews, Networking
- Stress Management, Nurturing Yourself
- Maintaining Motivation Successful Goal Setting
- Problem Solving, Increasing Resourcefulness, Removing Barriers
Eligibility- 25 years of age or older
- Female needing information to make clear choices about a career
- Ready to commit to a 4-week program
- Can arrange their own childcare
- Are at an advanced ESL level or functional Grade 10
- Must be Canadian citizen, landed immigrant or conventional refugee
LEAP Program
Learn, Assess, Explore & Prepare
Employability Enhancement is open to all unemployed women.- Module #1 – Academic Concepts
- Module #2 – Work Readiness
- Module #3 – Basic Computer Literacy
- Module #4 – Work Internship
More Information
402 — 3090 Kingston Road, Scarborough, Ontario
416-269-0090
Scarborough South Community Employment Centre
3090 Kingston Road, 3rd Floor, Scarborough, Ontario
416-264-5788
YWCA – Danforth Community Employment Centre
416-463-4101
416-463-3414 fax
Employment Focus
This 5-week program is designed to help you:- find out what your strengths and skills are;
- gain confidence in a supportive group;
- learn what training is right for you;
- develop a personal career plan.
More Information 
Career Edge
Ability Edge
Ability Edge offers 6-, 9- and 12-month internship programs to persons with disabilities who are not students. Interns have a choice of different types of jobs including customer service, human resources, information technology, and investment banking.
Ability Edge offers a 5-day orientation session or interns to help prepare interns.
Orientation sessions include workshops on disclosure, advocacy, and employer expectations.
Eligibility- Must be a person with a disability
- Must have no career-related work experience
- Must be eligible to work in Canada
- Must be interested in working in the financial services sector
- Must not previously have been a Career Edge intern
Information/RegistrationVisit the Career Edge web site and fill out the registration form. After successfully registering, you can view a current list of available internship opportunities. Additional information, including contact addresses where you can send your résumé and necessary covering letter, is available.
Only those internships available in the Greater Toronto Area and in 1 of the 5 participating banks (Toronto Dominion Bank Financial Group, Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank, Bank of Montreal, and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce) qualify for the Ability Edge program.
http://careeredge.org
 
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