What:

• Employment Resource Centre
• Job Boards
• Access to computers, internet, photocopying
• Access to training programs
• 1 to 1 Assistance
• Training incentives for businesses

Who:

Job Seekers

When:

Fergus
Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:00pm

Guelph—Norfolk Location
Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:00pm

Guelph—Youth Resource Centre, Stone Road Mall
Monday ‒ Closed
Tuesday & Thursday at 9:00am‒4:00pm
Wednesday at 12:00pm–6:00pm

Where:

Fergus
160 St. David Street South, Unit 104

Guelph—Norfolk Location
177 Norfolk Street

Guelph—Youth Resource Centre
Stone Road Mall
435 Stone Road West, 2nd Floor

Ask For:

Guelph and Fergus locations
(519) 823-2440

What:

Group-based employability skills and work placement program

Who:

Youth up to the age of 30

When:

Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:00pm

Where:

Guelph and Wellington County

Ask For:

(519) 823-2440

What:

Group-based employability skills and work placement program

Who:

Women of all ages with a disability

When:

Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:00pm

Where:

Guelph and Wellington County

Ask For:

(519) 823-2440

What:

• Our welcoming Resource and Information Centre offers friendly helpful staff support along with access to computers, fax, photocopier as well as resources and information about community and government programs
• Employment Coaches will guide you through your job search journey by helping you decide what you want to do and how to go about doing it. For example: on the job training, Better Jobs Ontario (formerly Second Career), connecting with employers, interview skills and more!
• When working one-on-one with you, our coaches will help identify your skills and experience to build your confidence to achieve new goals
• Engaging workshops to develop job searching skills such as resume writing, interview preparation, networking and social media tools
• Our supportive Job Development team offers a tailored approach to finding a job that is the right fit for you. This may include access to training, apprenticeships and assistance for on the job experience

Need help hiring?
Agilec can successfully address your recruitment and staff training needs. Here are just some of the ways:

• Support in identifying human resource needs and filling vacancies
• Information and resources about hiring a new employee
• Access to job posting services
• No Cost Advertising/Marketing for Job Postings
• Office space and coordination of job fairs and interviewing
• No Cost Pre-screening of Candidates
• Funding for On the Job Training
• Creation of Customized Training Plans
• On the Job Coaching
• Work Trials
• Apprenticeships and funding opportunities available

Who:

All are welcome

When:

All Locations
Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:30pm

Where:

Fergus
370 Andrew Street West, Unit 2

Kitchener
385 Fairway Road South, Unit 205

Mount Forest
392 Main Street North, Unit 7

Ask For:

Fergus
(519) 787-9333
fergus@agilec.ca

Kitchener
(519) 576-2681
kitchener@agilec.ca

Mount Forest
(519) 323-4540
mtforest@agilec.ca

What:

As an Employment Ontario service provider, we have free employment-related programs for job seekers, employers and educators.

For Job Seekers

• Assists job seekers to find and keep successful employment, training and apprenticeships
• Connects job seekers to other community services and opportunities for overcoming barriers and life stabilization
• Fully equipped and accessible resource room
• Provides information and application assistance for Better Jobs Ontario funding for eligible participants

For Employers

• Job matching and placement services
• Job boards, job fairs, and job marketing support
• Incentives and supports for employment placements
• Canada Ontario Job Grant for employee training and other training supports
• Please call for more details on any of our programs or services

Who:

All ages are welcome

When:

Office hours:
Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:30pm

Where:

Cambridge

40 Ainslie Street South
(across the street from the bus terminal)

Langs

1145 Concession Road

Ayr

Variety of community settings

Ask For:

Employment Coordinator
(519) 622-0815 ext. 223
ccc@jhsww.ca

What:

Employment services are available to anyone seeking employment, career planning support, and training opportunities. Our experienced staff can open doors to help find the right fit for employment and training. Appointments are available virtually and in person at the Centres. Please inquire about the availability of in-person appointments.

The staff are very supportive of your goals and help you find the best possible way to achieve those goals, short-term and long-term. I would highly recommend the Conestoga Career Centre to anyone who is in need of Career help.

– A successful job seeker, Jess

Employment Ontario (Secro) funded programs including: Employment Services and the Canada Ontario Job Grant (COJG).

• Connections to employers with monthly employer showcases
• Individualized Job Search and Resume Assistance
• Resource Centre and Virtual Job Board (MyCareer)
• Workplace Certifications relevant to today’s labour market
• Better Jobs Ontario Funding Information and Application Support
• Financial Incentives may be available for eligible employers and Job Seekers
• Career Planning and Advisement
• Access Conestoga’s exclusive online job posting service
• Internationally Trained Immigrant Advisement
• Post-Secondary Education Program Information/Registration
• Apprenticeship financial incentives

Who:

For ages 15+ years

Services are available to everyone including individual job seekers and employers – at no cost. Canada Ontario Job Grant is an employer driven training program for employers seeking financial support for training new hires or existing employees.

Employer Services please contact employerscareercentre@conestogac.on.ca

When:

Doon

• Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:30pm
• Evening appointments until 6:00pm available upon request
• Virtual and in-person appointments available

Waterloo

• Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:30pm (in-person)
• Virtual and in-person appointments available (Monday ‒ Friday)

Where:

Kitchener/Doon Campus
Conestoga Career Centre, Welcome Centre
299 Doon Valley Drive
Free parking

Waterloo
332 Marsland Drive, 2nd Floor Free parking available on site

Services in New Hamburg, Elmira, Wilmot and Wellesley: call for details

Ask For:

Contact Career Centre Staff
(519) 885-0300 ext. 5226

What:

• Resume support
• Interview coaching
• Group workshops and training
• Referrals to other services
• Referrals to employers (not guaranteed)

Who:

Adults (18+ years) eligible to work in Canada, Cambridge residents only

When:

Monday ‒ Friday at 9:00am‒4:00pm
Online and in-person

Where:

Cambridge—200 Christopher Drive

Ask For:

Lily Magnus—Program Coordinator
(519) 496 5886
or LilyM@kinbridge.ca

What:

Job readiness education and training for adults who are interested in working toward competitive employment (minimum wage or better).

• Workplace literacy
• Workplace numeracy
• Soft skills development (social and interpersonal)
• Experiential learning opportunities in authentic work and community settings
• Education may include bus training and on-site job coaching

Out and About Waterloo Region
The aim of Out and About WR is to connect you to your neighbourhood, to the things that are important to you in your local community. This includes recreation and leisure activities, learning opportunities, and volunteerism.

Who:

Adults (18+ years)

When:

Contact us for more information.

Where:

Kitchener—99 Ottawa Street South

Ask For:

Amy Haynes—Supervisor
Community and Employment Supports
(519) 744-6307 ext. 1213

What:

Learning, Experience, Goals
A learning and skill building program that provides small group learning and training geared towards adults seeking to enhance their skills for employment, volunteerism and independent living.

Who:

Youth (13–17 years) and adults with developmental disabilities.

When:

Sessions are offered throughout the year

Visit www.leg-up.ca for registration information

Where:

Kitchener—109 Ottawa Street South, Unit D

Ask For:

Annita Boer, Marc Seymour or Michelle Ennis
LEG Up! Instructors
(519) 208-2225
legup@kwhab.ca

What:

• Job search assistance, career exploration workshops and 1 to 1 support
• Labour market information
• Coaching, networking and mentorship opportunities
• Connections to employers
• Better Jobs Ontario funding information and applications
• Apprenticeship information and support
• Job boards and job search resources
• Free access to fax, photocopier, computers and phones

Who:

Services are available to anyone of legal working age, living in Ontario and eligible to work in Canada seeking support with employment and/or training (Under 18 must be legally excused from attending school)

When:

Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:30pm

Where:

Cambridge—35 Dickson Street

Guelph—89 Wyndham Street North

Kitchener—165 King Street East

Ask For:

Speak to our resource centre staff to determine the employment services program that would best meet your needs.

Cambridge—(519) 623-9380

Guelph—(519) 822-4141

Kitchener—(519) 743-2460

What:

• 1 to 1 and group-based learning for youth who want to work and need help getting started
• Ideal for those who want to build successful mental wellness strategies and/or need to overcome barriers to employment
• Identify your strengths, resources and develop and follow a new future story plan
• Learn about the “hidden rules” and communication skills needed to get ahead in the workplace
• Paid placements and interviews with local youth friendly organizations

Who:

Youth 15‒30 years (inclusive)

When:

Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:30pm

Where:

Kitchener—165 King Street East

Ask For:

Speak to our resource centre staff to determine the employment services program that would best meet your needs.

Cambridge—(519) 623-9380

Kitchener—(519) 743-2460

What:

• Job Search Workshops for Newcomers
• Mentorship opportunities for internationally trained professionals with local volunteer mentors in their field
• Help navigating the complex systems involved in accessing further education, training, apprenticeship and employment
• Information for immigrants about their occupational field in Canada
• Targeted resumes and cover letters, self-marketing and other job search tips
• Learn the benefits of networking
• Help determining eligibility and applying for credential evaluation
• In person and online workshops available

Who:

Newcomers (Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees, Protected Persons, Live In Caregivers) living in Guelph and Wellington County

When:

Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:30pm

Where:

Guelph—89 Wyndham Street North, 3rd Floor

Ask For:

Speak to our Resource Centre staff to determine the employment services program that would best meet your needs.

Guelph—(519) 822-4141

What:

• Employment Ontario Service Provider
• Help with resumes, interviews, job searching and accessing training
• 1 to 1 support from an Employment Facilitator
• Access to Job Development Services

Who:

All services are open to adults

When:

Employment Services
Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:30pm
Available in person, in the community, online, and by phone.

Resources are also available on our website at https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/living-here/employment-support.aspx

Where:

Cambridge—150 Main Street

Kitchener—20 Weber Street

Waterloo—99 Regina Street South

Ask For:

Employment Services
(519) 883-2101 ext. 5656

What:

• Career exploration, 1 to 1 support
• Job search assistance, workshops
• Better Jobs Ontario information
• Labour market information
• Employment supports
• Job Boards, job fairs, employer panels
• Services for employers

Who:

All are welcome

Cambridge office provides services in French

When:

Monday ‒ Friday at 8:30am‒4:30pm

Where:

Cambridge—250 Hespeler Road, 2nd Floor

Kitchener—800 King Street West, 3rd Floor

Ask For:

Cambridge—(226) 989-3381

Kitchener—(519) 500-9637