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Employment Services and Support

We know you’re capable of doing the work, but you might just need support to get prepared and to find the right opportunity.
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We Believe in You

The Employment team at LEF offers you guidance through career counseling, offers skill training to nurture and enhance your talents, and provides connections to job opportunities that match your skills and passion.  

LEF will work with you throughout your entire job search. We believe in empowering our community by providing the programs and certification courses that will increase your chances of getting hired.

LEF Employment Services are available online and by phone.


Get in Touch

Call us: (416) 769-0830

Email: findwork@lefca.org

This Employment Ontario Program is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.

How LEF Supports Your Employment Journey

  • Career and Employment Counseling

    We will meet with you, listen to your needs and make our best recommendation for your next steps. We will also help you along your entire journey to employment.

  • Skill Programs and Certifications

    LEF offers a wide variety of programs, courses, and certifications that will support you on your employment journey.

  • Individualized Supports

    One-on-one support to apply for the Better Jobs Ontario Program (previously known as Second Career)

Connecting you to your next job

LEF's Employment Portal

Looking for a job? Browse our employment portal and create a profile to apply for jobs. Need resume or interview support? Get in touch with us.
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Ability Work Experience

This program is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities prepare for, find, maintain employment, or become self-employed.
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Work at LEF

If exploration, innovation, and the potential to have your ideas implemented in a real way excites you, then consider a career at LEF.
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Upcoming workshops

Newcomer
Entrepreneurship Guest Panel Session
This is a great opportunity to learn from experienced professionals.
Dec 02, 6:00 PM EST
Newcomer
Important Documents You Need As Newcomers
An information session for Newcomers to go through important Canadian Documents
Nov 20, 12:00 PM EST
Newcomer
Financial Literacy Sessions for Newcomers & Young Adults
Gain confidence in managing your money with our easy and practical financial literacy sessions
Weekly
Nov 22, 1:00 PM EST
Worker's Rights
Do you know your worker's rights in Ontario?
Nov 27, 1:00 PM EST

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