RESOURCES
Personalized Support
Contact us to schedule an appointment and learn how our programs and services can help you on your employment journey. We can also help you register in one of our employment programs that can give you job-search skills and training.
Interested in learning more? Check out some frequently asked questions and give us a call at 416-921-1800.
Job Search
Meeting people, using online job websites, and working with employment agencies are all techniques to help you be successful in finding a job in Canada.
LinkedIn is an example of a tool you can use to meet people and find job opportunities. A good LinkedIn profile lets you showcase your skills, connect with people in your field or chosen profession, and get noticed by recruiters and hiring managers. By having a strong professional presence online, you can greatly improve your chances of getting the job you want.
Check out the resources below to improve your job search plan.
Create a Canadian Resumé
A Canadian-style resume is a short document that you can customize to showcase important skills and achievements. It should include clear and organized information that matches job descriptions. It does not list all your past experience.
Canadian resumes do not include personal information like photos, age, or marital status. It is important to customize your resume for each job to make sure the employer notices you.
Use the available templates and resources to create a professional resume that fits Canadian standards.
- How to write a great resume (video)
- Canadian resume template (pdf)
- General labour resume template (pdf)
- Cover letter template (pdf)
Interview Preparation
An interview is a conversation between a jobseeker and a potential employer. In Canada, interviews can be over the phone, through video calls, or in person.
Preparing well is important to make a good impression, answer questions with confidence, and show you are right for the job. Learn about the company, practice your answers, and use the resources below to improve your interview skills and increase your chances of getting the job.
IBM SkillsBuild Learning Platform
We have teamed up with IBM to offer free high-quality learning materials on the IBM SkillsBuild platform that offers digital learning content and resources to help you gain skills and prepare for your career.
Register and attend one of our IBM SkillsBuild workshops to get premium access to the platform.
Talk English Café
Talk English Café® gives newcomers a chance to improve their English speaking and workplace communication skills in a relaxed, café-like environment.
ACCES Events
Register and attend one of our events. We have workshops to help with interview skills, writing resumes, using LinkedIn for networking, and more!
e-ACCES Resources
Search our catalogue of e-ACCES articles for more information to assist you in your job search.
More Resources
Check out the websites of our partner for additional resources and information about their programs and services:
- Afghan Women’s Organization – receptionhd@afghanwomen.org
- The Neighbourhood Organization – info@tno-toronto.org
- ACHEV
- JVS Toronto – refugeesupport@jvstoronto.org
- Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services – info@yes.on.ca
- Catholic Crosscultural Services – ccseap@cathcrosscultural.org
- Job Skills – info@jobskills.org
- Skills for Change – info@skillsforchange.org
- Dixiebloor – employmentservices@dixiebloor.ca
- CUIAS Immigrant Services – contact@cuias.org
- Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Ontario – info@uccon.ca
- Grassroots Response – wrgrassrootsresponse@gmail.com