We have the resources, training and expertise to help you find the right job.
Whether you're unemployed, laid-off or considering a career change, our expert coaches will help to guide your job search and stay with you every step of the way.
We provide a wide range of free, personalized services to help you find the right job for you right now.
Career Coaching
People have a tough time finding work for a lot of reasons – language barriers, resume gaps, disabilities and more. We’re here to help you navigate employment for your unique situation.
Better Jobs Ontario
Our team is here to help you find and apply for a Better Jobs training program that prepares you for in-demand careers. Apply now and you could receive up to $35,000 in financial supports.
Locations
Find a YMCA Employment Services location in Hamilton, Burlington and Oakville.
Access to Employers
We have a network of employers that often talk to us before posting a job. When you use YMCA Employment Services, we’ll let you know when that happens.
New to Canada
YMCA Immigrant Services will help you connect with a wide range of services you and your family need as newcomers to Canada, such as health care, education, and language help.
Programs for Job Seekers
What does Better Jobs Ontario give you?
Acquire new skills - those needed for jobs in demand right now and financial support if you qualify for Better Jobs Ontario.
Apply for up to $28,000 (one-year of training) or $35,000 (programs that are more than one-year) for costs including:
- Tuition
- Books
- Manuals, workbooks or other instructional costs
- Transportation
- Basic living allowance (maximum up to $500 per week)
Additional funding may be available for:
- Child care
- Disability-related supports
Take the next step to Better Jobs Ontario. Contact the nearest YMCA Employment Services location today.
Burlington: 905-681-1140
Central Hamilton: 905-540-9679
East-end Hamilton: 905-296-2681
Oakville: 289-815-5944
This Employment Ontario program or service is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario and through the Canada-Ontario Job Fund Agreement.
Looking for a way into a skilled trade?
Consider pre-apprenticeship training as a Truck & Coach Technician. No experience necessary. Register for a 12-month program that includes in-class instruction and work experience.
What you’ll receive with your FREE training:
- Employment Readiness Workshops
- Level 1 Training at Mohawk College
- Paid Work Placements
Supports for Employers
Looking to invest in your workforce?
Looking to find and hire skilled employees? YMCA Employment Services for Employers can help.
We offer the following services designed to help you with your hiring and training needs:
- Pre-screening of applicants, so you don't have to
- Free job postings and job fair assistance, streamlining your HR needs
- Ongoing support, with access to training information, tax credits, labour market supply/demand, and retention strategies
- Hiring and training incentives, helping you offset workforce costs
Get in touch with the YMCA Employment Services team today. We aim to save you time and money.
This Employment Ontario program or service is funded by the Ontario government.
