The following lists a number of local resources that can be used by individuals seeking employment, employment changes or career related information.

Please note that the following information is for information purposes only. The Corporation of the City of Markham (the “City”) and its affiliates assume no liability or responsibility for the information or services listed or provided. In addition, the listing of these providers does not presume endorsement by The City. The information provided is neither exhaustive nor exclusive.

Employment and Career Resources - Government

Service Canada Centres

Service Canada brings together a growing number of services from federal departments and agencies. Examples of services include application for Employment Insurance or a passport, seeking employment and obtaining a Social Insurance Number. 

Locations nearby include:

Service Canada Job Bank

This is an electronic listing of jobs provided by employers from across Canada as well as various job seeking resources.

• How Do I Market Myself
  Help on how to write a resume, write a work application, interview skills, and tips on the best way to approach an employer.
  
• Locating Unadvertised Jobs
  Help to find those jobs that are not being advertised.
  
• Federal Employment Programs and Services
  Government help to get you back into the workforce.
  
• Provincial / Territorial Employment Services and Training Assistance
  Provincial/Territorial government help to get you back into the workforce.
  
• Wage Subsidy Programs
  Determine your eligibility for wage subsidy programs designed to help unemployed workers get back to work.
  
• Specialty Job Sites
  Sites that provide a specialized job search.

Related Links

• Working in Canada Tool
  Use the Working in Canada Tool to produce a report on Canadian jobs, wages, skill requirements, language training and job opportunities based on your occupation and a location.
  
• Post-Secondary Recruitment
  
• Cando Work Search Tool
  
• Top Ten Job Searching Tips
  
• Canadajobs.com Article: Ready for a Career Change?
  
• Ten Commandments for Job Seekers on Twitter

Employment and Career Resources - Other
(may include not-for-profit, government funded etc.)

YMCA Employment Services

• Visit your local YMCA Employment Resource Centre to find out how you can benefit from our free Employment Programs and Resources
• Attend free workshops and increase your employability and opportunities
• Get one-on-one personalized support from our professional staff
• Find advice on starting your own business
• Get some job search tips
• Find job training
• Get the latest news or sign up for an event or workshop
• Learn how other applicants have successfully used our services
• Locate job opportunities on the YMCA Job Board

YMCA - Richmond Hill Location
10610 Bayview Ave, Unit 12
Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3N8
Phone: (905) 780-9622 ext 357
Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 9:00am -5:00pm; Tues, Thurs 9:00am – 8:00pm
Website: www.ymcagta.org

Markham Job Finding Club

Some of the services offered include:

• Resume assistance
• Interview coaching
• Direct and targeted job marketing
• Employment related communications (cover letters, thank you notes, email, etc.)
• Group seminars
• Access to resources and technology
• Various employability and personality assessments

Location:
8920 Woodbine Ave. Suite 402
Markham, ON L3R 9W9
Phone: (905) 477-8411
Website: www.vpi-inc.com

Alternative Youth Centre for Employment (AYCE)

AYCE offers free career counselling, workshops and career action planning services for youth, adults, newcomers and internationally trained professionals.

505 Consumers Road, Suite 102
North York, ON M2J 4V8
Phone: (416) 491-7000
Fax: (416) 491-4669
Email: jobs@ayce.on.ca
Website: http://www.ayce.on.ca

Career Centres at Post Secondary Education Institutions
Located on-site (or on-line) at post secondary education institutions

JVS Markham Employment Services

JVS offers a wide array of career and employment services which aim to find individuals meaningful employment. Programs are designed to cater to the specific needs of individuals including newcomers, women, youth, persons on Social Assistance (or Employment Insurance or Reachback), persons with disabilities, and members of the community at large. Career counseling, job search assistance, resume workshops and skills assessments are among some of the services available.

Location:
3780 14th Ave,
Markham, ON L3R 9Y5
Phone: 905-470-9675
Website: www.jvstoronto.org

COSTI Immigrant Services

COSTI provides educational, social and employment services to help immigrants in the greater Toronto area attain self-sufficiency in Canadian society.

Career Planning and Assessment Services
COSTI’s Career Planning and Assessment Services assist clients to develop and follow through with a realistic employment service plan. Through an in-depth assessment process, Employment Consultants work with clients to develop a plan which considers current skill sets and experience, additional training needs and other employment supports that will facilitate successful employment. Through our Career Planning and Assessment Services, clients may also access skills training supports and other grant programs.

Services Available (There is no fee for this service)

• Employment and career assessment and counselling
• Employment planning and preparation
• Applications for skills training, small business and apprenticeship programs
• Referral to other appropriate programs and services
• Registration into On-Line Services workshops and courses of interest
• Case management and ongoing support through Job Search, Job Placement and Job Retention Services.

Various Locations:
Website: www.costi.org

Job Skills – Markham Employment Services

Throughout its years of providing service, Job Skills-Employment & Business Programs & Supports (operating as Job Skills) has established a strong community presence and continuously works to strengthen its relationships with Employment Service providers, social service agencies, the business community, educational institutions, municipalities and all levels of government. These relationships make it possible to assist clients to reach their employment goals, achieve economic self-reliance and participate in community life.

Job Skills’ Programs and Services are provided at no cost to unemployed individuals and are funded by the Government of Canada as well as the provincial and municipal governments and the United Way of York Region. Funds are also generated through special initiatives. 

Location:
4961 Hwy 7 Suite 100-101 (west of McCowan)
Phone: 905-948-9996 or 1-877-9996
Email: info@jobskills.org
Website: www.jobskills.org