Halton Region helps unemployed and underemployed people in Halton prepare for, obtain and maintain employment. We work in partnership with companies and organizations in our community to obtain information about the latest market trends and employment opportunities.
Youth Employment Programs
Description of Youth Employment Preparation Program (YEPP):
YEPP is a 6-week program that will help you gain the skills to find and keep a job. YEPP is available throughout the year and is open to all Halton residents between the ages of 15 and 30. Transportation is provided and participants are PAID to attend.
6 week session includes:
- Job Search & Interview Skills
- Marketing Yourself to an Employer
- Resume and Cover Letter
- WHMIS Certification
- Assertiveness Skills
- Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution
- Effective Communication
Plus…ongoing support once the program is completed.
Locations:
Acton, Georgetown, Milton, Oakville, Burlington
Upcoming Sessions:
Testimonials:
- “Thank you for changing my life in such a positive way.”
- “I will handle situations more assertively. I have made a lot of new and meaningful friendships.”
- “I got more out of this course than I can possibly tell you.”
- “I can now see a future for myself like never before, it has been a long time since I could see past tomorrow and now I see a future and a career.”
- “Make YEPP a course in high school!”
Contact Information:
Margaret Springle
margaret.springle@halton.ca
905-825-6000 ext. 4626
Toll Free: 1-866-4HALTON (1-866-442-5866)
Employment Workshops
We offer a variety of employment workshops to help you become “job ready” and support your fastest route to employment.
- Exploring Your Options
Providing you with the best information on employment, training and education
options that might be right for you.
- Job Search Skills
Providing you with information and support on how to conduct the most
effective and successful job search
to find the best job for you.
- Interview Skills
Providing you with information and support on how to perform to your
potential in an interview and land the job.
- Resume Writing
Helping you create a winning resume and cover letter that will get you noticed
and increase your chances of getting the job.
For more information, please contact Halton Region Employment Services:
Telephone: 905-825-6000 ext. 2741
Toll Free: 1-866-4HALTON (1-866-442-5866) ext. 2741
TTY: 905-827-9833
Email: employmentservices@halton.ca
Job Placement Programs
Take Advantage of our job placement programs!
First Step
- A maximum of $10.25/hr for a 1 month job trial
- A maximum of $1435.00 in subsidy
- Funding to help offset training costs
- WSIB coverage for the duration of the placement
- Pre-screening, matching and referral of candidates
- Follow up support for the employer and trainee
JobLink
- Between $4.00 and $5.00/hour for up to 3 months
- A maximum of $2400.00 in subsidy
- Funding to help offset training costs
- WSIB coverage for the duration of the placement
- Pre-screening, matching and referral of candidates
- Follow up support for the employer and trainee
For more information contact
Employment Services, Bronwyn Spotton
Halton Region
905-825-6000 ext. 2701
Toll free: 1-866-442-5866
TTY: 905-827-9833
Email: Brownyn.Spotton@halton.ca
www.halton.ca
Self Employment Programs
If you are interested in starting your own business, Halton Region’s Small Business Centre offers business start up support.
The professional staff at the Small Business Centre can provide practical knowledge and advice on:
- Market Research
- Business start-up
- Marketing
- Financial planning
- Export/Import planning
- Government Programs
The Centre also offers business seminars, publications, a reference and lending library, business planning software on computer stations, and online Business Name Search and Business Registrations.
Get more information on starting your own business.
For more information, please contact Halton Region Employment Services:
Telephone: 905-825-6000 ext. 2741
Toll Free: 1-866-4HALTON (1-866-442-5866) ext. 2741
TTY: 905-827-9833
Email: employmentservices@halton.ca
Rethinking Unemployment (RTUE)
Change is not easy, although it is possible.
Gain control over your life and take the first steps forward.
8 week program includes:
- in-depth problem solving and conflict resolution
- career exploration
- job trial
- job search assistance
Assistance may be available for child care and transportation.
For more information contact:
Margaret Springle
margaret.springle@halton.ca
905-825-6000 ext. 4626
Toll Free: 1-866-4HALTON (1-866-442-5866)
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