All Workshops

The Interview is key to getting a job. During these challenging times, how we interview has changed.
Discover how to handle challenging interview questions with confidence; learn how to collect, compile and present information that showcases your skills and experience; find out the common mistakes that happen in interviews and how to avoid them.

To register click here

Times: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Date: 2021-01-21

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

The Interview is key to getting a job. During these challenging times, how we interview has changed.
Discover how to handle challenging interview questions with confidence; learn how to collect, compile and present information that showcases your skills and experience; find out the common mistakes that happen in interviews and how to avoid them.

To register click here

Times: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Date: 2021-01-28

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Brampton and Bolton

Warehouse Worker— (Full Time) $16.00 – $17.60/hr Temp to Perm (Bolton is not accessible by transit)

• Shifts: Rotational, Thurs. – Sun., Sat. – Tues. 5:30 am to 3:30 pm, or 4:00 pm to 2:00 am
• Duties: Shipping/Receiving
• Requirements: Must be comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs., should be available to work on weekends

Mississauga

Warehouse Associate— (Full Time) $14.25/hr – $14.75/hr ($2.00/hr premium for peak incentive)

• Shifts: Mon. – Fri., 7:00 am to 3:30 pm or 9:00 am to 5:30 pm or 2:00 pm to 8:30 pm or 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm or 5:30 pm to 1:00 am
• Duties: Picking, Packing, Scanning, Sorting, fast paced environment
• Requirements: 6 months of warehouse and RF scanner experience, must be comfortable lifting up to 30 lbs., basic computer skills

Light General Labour— (Full Time) $14.25 – $15.00/hr ($1.00/hr premium for peak incentive)

• Shifts: Mon. – Fri., 6:00 am to 2:00 pm or 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm
• Duties: Picking, Packing, fast paced environment
• Requirements: Must be comfortable lifting up to 30 lbs., attendance in good standing

Distribution Associate— (Full Time) $15.50 – $16.00/hr

• Shifts: Mon. – Fri., 7:00 am to 3.00 pm or 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm or 11.00 pm to 7.00 am
• Duties: Picking, Packaging, removing of boxes, Labeling etc.
• Requirements: Must be comfortable lifting up to 30 lbs., attendance in good standing

Milton

Warehouse Associate—(Full Time & Part Time) $19.00/hr ($17.50/hr + $1.50/hr COVID premium)

• Shifts: Full Time, Sun. – Thurs., Part Time, Fri. – Sat. or Mon. – Thurs. Day: 4:30 am to 2:00 pm, Afternoon: 2:30 pm to 12:00 am
• Duties: Sorting of packages, loading and unloading trailers
• Requirements: Must be comfortable lifting with 25 to 50 lbs.

PRE–REGISTER IN ADVANCE AND SUBMIT YOUR RÉSUMÉ

To register click here, or

• call 905-459-8855  or send email to bramptonemployment@costi.org
• call 905-567-0482  or send email to mississaugaemployment@costi.org

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Times:

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Join our guest speaker Phoebe Boreland-Grayson, Regional Recruiter from Correctional Services Recruitment and Training Centre to learn more about becoming a correctional officer.

TOPICS INCLUDE:

• Basic Requirements of the Job including Education Requirements & Occupational Fitness Requirements
• Application and Selection Process
• Hiring Practices
• Ask your questions to the recruiter

 Registration Deadline: February 8, 2021

To register call 416.588.2240

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Times: 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Date: 2021-02-10

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Are you a recent graduate, a person with a disability or a skilled newcomer to Canada looking for a paid internship? Join this informative webinar:

TOPICS COVERED:

• What is Career Edge?
• Eligibility criteria
• Internship program process
• How to register

To register click here or email costionlineservices@costi.org

Times: 11:00am to 12:00pm

Date: 2021-01-22

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

The Food Handler Certification program teaches you how to safely prepare, store and serve food.

Topics covered:

• Microorganisms
• Foodborne Illness
• Pest Control
• Food Protection
• Cross Food Contamination
• Cleaning and Sanitizing
• Safe Food Handling Methods

Online Requirement:

• Must have a stable connection to the internet
• Must have a working webcam

Upon successful completion of the online training, you will receive an activation token to write the exam. Participants must provide a government ID before taking the exam. Must be unemployed and out of school.

Deadline for registration January 18, 2021. 

To register click here or call 647.827.1425

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Times: 10:00am to 2:00pm

Date: 2021-01-21

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

In this course, you will learn and explore:

• Sector-specific terminology workplace communication skills
• Telephone skills
• Representing your company
• Improving your listening skills

Participants can complete the course modules anytime of the day. 1-2 hours per day are required to complete each module.

A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon completion of the course (including participation in discussions and completing assignments.

Date: January 18 - February 5, 2021

For registration or queries, please e-mail the administrator at costionlineservices@costi.org.

Times:

Date: 2021-01-18

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Our conversation circles are a great way to improve your English language skills and make new connections.

Our conversations cover a wide range of topics such as food and nutrition, sports, health, transportation, housing, family, banking, employment, education, Canadian citizenship, and much more!

JOIN THE CIRCLE TO:

• Develop your speaking confidence
• Build vocabulary
• Get familiar with Canadian culture
• Improve pronunciation
• Create new connections

Classes offered at no cost every Wednesday, 1:00 pm—2:30 pm and 4:30 pm—6:00 pm

To register click here, or call 416.244.9980 or email linctoronto@costi.org

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Times:

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Six weeks online course. Learn to speak, read and write English.

INSTRUCTION INCLUDES:

• Write short messages
• Improve basic vocabulary
• Conversation for daily activities
• Read and understand simple stories
• Develop and use grammar and punctuation

ELIGIBILITY:

• Visitors to Canada
• Work permit or study permit
• Individuals 18 years and older

To register call 416.534.7400 or email edu@costi.org

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Times:

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

COSTI's Enhanced Language Training (ELT) program is ideal for Internationally Experienced Professionals who have prior experience in the Accounting and Finance, Teaching and Education, Health Care, Information Technology, Office Administration and Customer Services.

Services Available:

• On-line Sector-specific terminology modules
• Workplace communication training
• Job preparation workshops (e.g. resume preparation, interview techniques, workplace culture, ethics, employment standards, goal setting, labour market information, cold calling and networking, etc.)
• Exposure to  Canadian Workplace
• Job search support

Services are available to individuals who have acquired professional qualifications and experience outside of Canada and who have been unable to access employment in their field of expertise. Individuals must be able to communicate at an advanced level of English, and have occupational training and experience in the respective profession or trade. Participants must be landed, conventional refugees, or individuals on a Minister's Permit. Language assessments will be arranged to determine eligibility.

To register call 905.459.6700 today.

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Times: 8:30am to 4:30pm

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Language, Employment, and Settlement Services, Brampton

Fees: None

COSTI's Enhanced Language Training (ELT) program is ideal for Internationally Experienced Professionals who have prior experience in the Accounting and Finance, Teaching and Education, Health Care, Information Technology, Office Administration and Customer Services.

Services Available:

• On-line Sector-specific terminology modules
• Workplace communication training
• Job preparation workshops (e.g. resume preparation, interview techniques, workplace culture, ethics, employment standards, goal setting, labour market information, cold calling and networking, etc.)
• Exposure to  Canadian Workplace
• Job search support

Services are available to individuals who have acquired professional qualifications and experience outside of Canada and who have been unable to access employment in their field of expertise. Individuals must be able to communicate at an advanced level of English, and have occupational training and experience in the respective profession or trade. Participants must be landed, conventional refugees, or individuals on a Minister's Permit. Language assessments will be arranged to determine eligibility.

To register call 905.451.7147 today.

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Times: 8:30am to 4:30pm

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Enhanced Language Training Services

Fees: None

COSTI's Enhanced Language Training (ELT) program is ideal for Internationally Experienced Professionals who have prior experience in the Accounting and Finance, Teaching and Education, Health Care, Information Technology, Office Administration and Customer Services.

Services Available:

• On-line Sector-specific terminology modules
• Workplace communication training
• Job preparation workshops (e.g. resume preparation, interview techniques, workplace culture, ethics, employment standards, goal setting, labour market information, cold calling and networking, etc.)
• Exposure to  Canadian Workplace
• Job search support

Services are available to individuals who have acquired professional qualifications and experience outside of Canada and who have been unable to access employment in their field of expertise. Individuals must be able to communicate at an advanced level of English, and have occupational training and experience in the respective profession or trade. Participants must be landed, conventional refugees, or individuals on a Minister's Permit. Language assessments will be arranged to determine eligibility.

To register call 905.479.7926 today.

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Times: 8:30am to 4:30pm

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Language & Skills Training Services, Markham North

Fees: None

COSTI's Enhanced Language Training (ELT) program is ideal for Internationally Experienced Professionals who have prior experience in the Accounting and Finance, Teaching and Education, Health Care, Information Technology, Office Administration and Customer Services.

Services Available:

• On-line Sector-specific terminology modules
• Workplace communication training
• Job preparation workshops (e.g. resume preparation, interview techniques, workplace culture, ethics, employment standards, goal setting, labour market information, cold calling and networking, etc.)
• Exposure to  Canadian Workplace
• Job search support

Services are available to individuals who have acquired professional qualifications and experience outside of Canada and who have been unable to access employment in their field of expertise. Individuals must be able to communicate at an advanced level of English, and have occupational training and experience in the respective profession or trade. Participants must be landed, conventional refugees, or individuals on a Minister's Permit. Language assessments will be arranged to determine eligibility.

This program is offered from Monday to Friday.

To register call 289.842.3124 today.

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Times: 8:30am to 4:30pm

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Language, Settlement & Skills Training Services, Richmond Hill

Fees: None

COSTI's Enhanced Language Training (ELT) program is ideal for Internationally Experienced Professionals who have prior experience in the Accounting and Finance, Teaching and Education, Health Care, Information Technology, Office Administration and Customer Services.

Services Available:

• On-line Sector-specific terminology modules
• Workplace communication training
• Job preparation workshops (e.g. resume preparation, interview techniques, workplace culture, ethics, employment standards, goal setting, labour market information, cold calling and networking, etc.)
• Exposure to  Canadian Workplace
• Job search support

Services are available to individuals who have acquired professional qualifications and experience outside of Canada and who have been unable to access employment in their field of expertise. Individuals must be able to communicate at an advanced level of English, and have occupational training and experience in the respective profession or trade. Participants must be landed, conventional refugees, or individuals on a Minister's Permit. Language assessments will be arranged to determine eligibility.

To register call 905.479.7926 today.

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Times:

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Language & Skills Training Services, Markham South

Fees: None

COSTI's Enhanced Language Training (ELT) program is ideal for Internationally Experienced Professionals who have prior experience in the Accounting and Finance, Teaching and Education, Health Care, Information Technology, Office Administration and Customer Services.

Services Available:

• On-line Sector-specific terminology modules
• Workplace communication training
• Job preparation workshops (e.g. resume preparation, interview techniques, workplace culture, ethics, employment standards, goal setting, labour market information, cold calling and networking, etc.)
• Exposure to  Canadian Workplace
• Job search support

Services are available to individuals who have acquired professional qualifications and experience outside of Canada and who have been unable to access employment in their field of expertise. Individuals must be able to communicate at an advanced level of English, and have occupational training and experience in the respective profession or trade. Participants must be landed, conventional refugees, or individuals on a Minister's Permit. Language assessments will be arranged to determine eligibility.

To register call 905.761.1155 today.

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Times: 8:30am to 4:30pm

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Language, Settlement & Skills Training Services, Vaughan

Fees: None

COSTI's Enhanced Language Training (ELT) program is ideal for Internationally Experienced Professionals who have prior experience in the Accounting and Finance, Teaching and Education, Health Care, Information Technology, Office Administration and Customer Services.

Services Available:

• On-line Sector-specific terminology modules
• Workplace communication training
• Job preparation workshops (e.g. resume preparation, interview techniques, workplace culture, ethics, employment standards, goal setting, labour market information, cold calling and networking, etc.)
• Exposure to  Canadian Workplace
• Job search support

Services are available to individuals who have acquired professional qualifications and experience outside of Canada and who have been unable to access employment in their field of expertise. Individuals must be able to communicate at an advanced level of English, and have occupational training and experience in the respective profession or trade. Participants must be landed, conventional refugees, or individuals on a Minister's Permit. Language assessments will be arranged to determine eligibility.

To register call 289.841.3032 today.

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Times: 8:30am to 4:30pm

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Language & Skills Training Services, Newmarket

Fees: None

This is an opportunity for your clients to attend the information session for the Federal Internship for Newcomers Program for the year 2020/2021 hosted by COSTI.

CATEGORIES OF TEMPORARY POSITIONS:

• Administrative Clerk (CR-04)
• Program Officer (PM-02)
• IT Technician, Tester, Programmer (CS-01)

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

• Permanent residents or Canadian citizens, in Canada for ten years or less
• Residents of Greater Toronto Area
• Meet educational requirements
• English CLB 7 or higher

Please complete the online FIN Partner Organization Referral and Assessment Tool to find out if your clients qualify for the Federal Internship for Newcomers (FIN) Program.

Eligible clients will be invited for one of the upcoming information sessions scheduled from December 2020 to March 2021.

To register click here, or call 905.669.5627 or send email to FIN@costi.org

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Times:

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

TAKE CONTROL, GET EMPOWERED!

A York Region resident?

Explore Career Opportunities and Increase Your Self-Confidence

Please join us! We can help!

THIS THREE-WEEK PROGRAM OFFERS INDIVIDUAL COACHING AND GROUP WORKSHOPS:

• Increase Your Self-Confidence while at home
• Goal Setting
• Stress Management
• Effective Communication
• Career Exploration
• Job Search Strategies
• Community Resources
• Enhance resume that will get you an interview
• Networking & Hidden Job Market
• Things you should know as a career planner job seeker

A Certificate Of Completion Awarded To All Graduates.

Date: April 5 - 23, 2021. Monday to Friday, starting at 10:00 am.

To register, call 289-843-3214  or send email to amy.cheung@costi.org

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Times: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Date: 2021-04-05

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

TAKE CONTROL, GET EMPOWERED!

A York Region resident?

Explore Career Opportunities and Increase Your Self-Confidence

Please join us! We can help!

THIS THREE-WEEK PROGRAM OFFERS INDIVIDUAL COACHING AND GROUP WORKSHOPS:

• Increase Your Self-Confidence while at home
• Goal Setting
• Stress Management
• Effective Communication
• Career Exploration
• Job Search Strategies
• Community Resources
• Enhance resume that will get you an interview
• Networking & Hidden Job Market
• Things you should know as a career planner job seeker

A Certificate Of Completion Awarded To All Graduates.

Date: February 8 - 26, 2021. Monday to Friday, starting at 10:00 am.

To register click here, or call 289-843-3214  or send email to amy.cheung@costi.org

Download flyer here

Times: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Date: 2021-02-08

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

TAKE CONTROL, GET EMPOWERED!

A York Region resident?

Explore Career Opportunities and Increase Your Self-Confidence

Please join us! We can help!

THIS THREE-WEEK PROGRAM OFFERS INDIVIDUAL COACHING AND GROUP WORKSHOPS:

• Increase Your Self-Confidence while at home
• Goal Setting
• Stress Management
• Effective Communication
• Career Exploration
• Job Search Strategies
• Community Resources
• Enhance resume that will get you an interview
• Networking & Hidden Job Market
• Things you should know as a career planner job seeker

A Certificate Of Completion Awarded To All Graduates.

Date: March 8-26, 2021. Monday to Friday, starting at 10:00 am.

To register click here, or call 289-843-3214  or send email to amy.cheung@costi.org

Download flyer here

Times: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Date: 2021-03-08

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

During these challenging times, how we interview has changed. Take our Ace Your  Interview webinar and then sign up to practice your interview skills using Zoom, one of the many online platforms.

To register click here

Times:

Date: 2021-01-22

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

The Second Career Strategy information session will help recently laid-off, unemployed workers to make the transition to a new career in a high-skill occupation that is in demand. Second Career Strategy information session provides financial assistance, based on individual needs, to help people with some of the costs associated with long-term training plans, including the cost of tuition and books.

Webinars are available to individuals who live in the Region of Peel, Toronto or York Region and seeking employment, improving their employment opportunities, or interested in upgrading their skills.

To register click here 

Times: 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Date: 2021-01-27

Located at: Not Applicable

Fees: None

Reconnect with your profession in Canada! TRIEC Mentoring Partnership helps immigrant professionals reconnect with their careers with the help of a mentor who works in their field in Canada. Learn how to maximize mentoring opportunities in your professional field and become more successful together.

Webinars are available to individuals who live in the Region of Peel, Toronto or York Region and seeking employment, improving their employment opportunities, or interested in upgrading their skills.

To register click here

Times: 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Date: 2021-01-26

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

We welcome you to join us to find out what resources are available at the Mississauga Library.
Access over a million books, movies, music and more available to borrow or download, or find information about library events, programs and services.

Find out how you can access library resources – computers, 24/7 digital services, research databases, and resources for teachers and students. Curbside pickup is available.

To register click here or call 905-567-0482  or send email to mississaugaemployment@costi.org

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Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Date: 2021-01-27

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

A two-hour résumé writing workshop. Join us to learn how to create a résumé that will get noticed by employers.

Webinars are available to individuals who live in the Region of Peel, Toronto or York Region and seeking employment, improving their employment opportunities, or interested in upgrading their skills.

To register click here 

Times: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Date: 2021-01-19

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None