Are you looking for a job?
We can help.
The Employment Program at Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre has everything you’re looking for. Whether you are a job seeker or an employer with hiring needs, we provide prompt, friendly, and helpful services. Explore our Employment program and get in touch if you need assistance!
Are you currently receiving Ontario Works?
Our free employment one-on-one counselling and coaching can help you develop job skills and provide the assistance you need to reach your employment goals.
DBNC offers various programs and services to enhance your skills to enter the job market for the first time or to re-enter it after being unemployed for some time.
DBNC also can help with access to financial supports, such as transportation assistance, tools, training, work boots, grooming, and work clothing, that you may need to start and maintain your employment.
In addition, we can help you if you are experiencing isolation and struggles with your mental health, and have difficulty finding and accessing services, such as food, housing, financial support, health and recreation.
Approximately 70% of our program participants are successful in finding sustainable employment.
Please contact DBNC’s Employment Services at 905-624-2442 or employmentservices@dixiebloor.ca for more information. Our offices are open Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 5 pm and services are both in person or virtual as needed by client(s) *Except for statutory holidays and unless other times are posted
Employment Ontario Employment Services
Our particular office and location specializes in job search as well as hiring assistance at no cost to job seekers and employers. We serve all residents of Peel /Ontario and our Employment Services provide the full suite of services for all client groups as below:
- Unemployed / Underemployed
- Indigenous persons
- Youth with higher support needs *
- Newcomers
- Social Assistance (Ontario Disability Support Program and Ontario Works)
- General population clients who self-identify as a Person with Disabilities
- Francophone clients
We assign an Employment Consultant for you, who will provide one to one counseling and guidance on: Career planning
- Resume preparation, customizing resumes & targeted applications
- Mock interview prep before your real interview
- Job offer negotiations help if needed
- Mentoring and Networking events
- Job fairs and pre-screening, job matching, placements etc
- Helping you to retain that job
- Follow up for a year and support once you start a job. Even after you are hired, we will remain in touch and help you with holding on to or retaining that job, if needed, or looking for a new job if you are let go
We organize virtual networking events with corporates such as Deloitte, CIBC, RBC, Hilti, General Mills, Apotex, Eli Lilly, Kearney, Verizon etc
For free help in your job search, resume, interview preparation, confidence building, employment related financial supports $ to start or hold on to a job (e.g. PRESTO card, work clothing, uniform, safety shoes)
Wondering who to talk to?
employmentservices@dixiebloor.ca
3415 Dixie Road, Unit #1
Mississauga, ON L4Y 2B1
(Inside High Point Mall, Opposite Grants Food Market)
Phone: (905) 624 – 2442
Our offices are open Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and services are both in person or virtual as needed by client(s)
*Except for statutory holidays and unless other times are posted
www.ontario.ca/employmentontario
Gain Job Search Basics
Are you sending resumes and not receiving interviews? We can help if you’re not sure how to sell your skills to employers. We assist with networking effectively and finding the right place to start so you don’t feel overwhelmed!
Who can participate?
Newcomers to Canada who are either Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees, or Live-in Caregivers can participate in our Job Search workshops!
Professional Employment Counsellors will help you…
- Identify steps to reach your employment goals and understand specific occupations in Canada
- Practice how to promote your skills to Canadian employers
- Gain knowledge of Canadian work culture, labour market and employer expectations
- Learn effective and proven job search strategies in a supportive and newcomer-friendly environment
- Gain confidence in networking and contacting employers
- Get connected with mentoring programs, job development, business directories and much more
Why Job Search Workshops at DBNC?
- Learn effective job search methods
- Target your resume and cover letter
- Upgrade your interview skills
- Find out how to meet employers
- Receive a certificate upon completion
- Build your network
- Receive support from professional facilitators and job developers
- Be a part of our interactive and supportive group
- Weekly workshops
Wondering who to talk to?
employment@dixiebloor.ca
3650 Dixie Road, Suite 103, Mississauga, ON L4Y 3V9
(At the intersection of Dixie and Burnhamthorpe- Located in the Burnhamthorpe Library Branch)
Phone no. 905-627-1873
Receive support and advice from mentors in your profession
If you are an internationally trained professional, we provide prompt, friendly, and helpful intake, eligibility assessment, and mentee/mentor matching service under the TRIEC Mentoring Partnership program.
Mentees in the program receive advice and support from their mentors on preparing for the Canadian labour market and finding work in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Mentors give back to their professional community while gaining valuable leadership experience, cross-cultural communication skills, and professional development opportunities.
Skilled immigrants are paired with mentors in their professional fields.
Mentors guide mentees with:
- Industry Insights
- Provide referrals
- Job Search Tips
- Interview Help
- Share Networks
Get started now for free
Wondering who to talk to?
Phone no. 905 499-3762 ext 723
3650 Dixie Road, Suite 103, Mississauga, ON L4Y 3V9
(At the intersection of Dixie and Burnhamthorpe- Located in the Burnhamthorpe Library Branch)
We have resources to help you start and grow.
Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre offers a wide variety of resources for members of our community. Whether you need help getting started or want to grow, we have what you require.
We offer…
• Use of phone, fax, and computers with Internet access
• Information on community events, activities and job fairs
• Job search reference books-resume & Cover Letter
• Business Directories & Scott’s Directories
• Job Boards with up-to-date job postings
• Career Cruising and other software tools for job search
• Government Forms and other Employment information
Get started now for free
Wondering who to talk to?
resourceroom@dixiebloor.ca
3415 Dixie Road, Unit 17 C
Mississauga ON L4Y 2B1
(Inside High Point Mall)
Phone no. 905 267 3137
Fax: (905) 267-3138
Receive Food Handler Training and Certification today!
A wonderful opportunity to learn and enhance your skills and employability in the Food Sector.
In this course, you…
- Learn about safe food handling, including food sanitation, type of food-related hazards, hygiene and food handling practices and regulations that protect you and your family from becoming sick from food and drink
- Prepare for the Food Handler Certification exam
- Upon passing the exam you will receive a Food Handler Certificate valid for five years
- Utilize your skills and certification to find employment in the food sector
- Receive assistance with job search tools and techniques, and support with co-op or job placement
Cost: Free of charge
We provide on-site childcare and bus tickets to eligible clients.
Language of Training:
Choice of a lower or higher English. Arabic speaking instructor.
Monday –Thursday 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Exam and Certification:
Referral, registration and follow-up
Who can participate?
- Newcomers
- Job seekers
Wondering who to talk to?
Suzan Rabi
Bridging Program Specialist
suzanr@dixiebloor.ca
Phone no. 905- 499-3762 ext 715
Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre/Employment Program
3650 Dixie Road, Suite 103
Mississauga, ON L4Y 3V9
Ontario’s workforce is a most valuable asset. As new technologies, globalization and shifting demographics rapidly change Ontario’s economy, they alter the mix of available jobs and the skills people need to succeed in them. By building up education and training, we can maintain Ontario’s competitive advantage, helping businesses and workers adapt to change and achieve their goals. Canada-Ontario Job Grant (COJG) provides opportunities for employers, individually or in groups, to invest in their workforce, with help from the government.
Funding is provided by the Government of Canada through the Canada Job Grant
Programs delivered by the Government of Ontario
The Canada-Ontario Job Grant provides direct financial support to individual employers or employer consortia who wish to purchase training for their employees. It is available to small, medium and large businesses with a plan to deliver short-term training to existing and new employees. Important to know:
- Employers can get up to $10,000 in government support per person for training costs.
- The training has to be delivered by an eligible, third-party trainer.
- Employers with 100 or more employees need to contribute 1/2 of the training costs. Small employers with less than 100 employees need to contribute 1/6 of training costs.
- For employer groups who want to apply for training supports the government offers a COJG Consortium Stream. The Consortium Stream allows a group of employers (two or more employers) to pool their resources to support common training objectives and goals. To apply as a consortium, the intermediary organization needs to ensure all the participating employers and trainees meet COJG requirements, and are able to make their required contribution towards the training cost.
- Most organizations acting as an intermediary are eligible for administrative funding equal to 15% of the government contribution.
If you’re an employer with a particular skills demand, the Canada-Ontario Job Grant might be right for you. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Wondering who to talk to?
Bibi Mohamed
Employer / Job Consultant
bibim@dixiebloor.ca
employmentservices@dixiebloor.ca
Employment Ontario Employment Services
3415 Dixie Road, Unit #1
(Inside High Point Mall, Opposite Grants Food Market)
Mississauga ON L4Y 2B1
Phone: 905-499-3762 Ext 704
New Session starting on April 6th, 2024. For information, call us at 905-629-1873 ext 250 or send an email to englishclasses@dixiebloor.ca
Eligible participants must be a Permanent Resident or Convention Refugee. They must also have a minimum benchmark of CLB 5 in Listening and Speaking.
Registration Link: Click here
Wondering who to talk to?
employment@dixiebloor.ca
Phone no. 905-267-3137 Ext. 1221
3415 Dixie Road, Suite 402, Unit 17 C, Unit 19, Mississauga ON L4Y 2B1
(At the intersection of Dixie and Bloor – High Point Mall Building)
