Finding a Job

There are many resources available in Durham Region to help you find a job.

Work eligibility

Before you get started, find out if you are able to work in Canada. Make sure that you have all the necessary documentation you need.

Education and credentials

You can have your English skills assessed, learn about becoming accredited in your field, or look for further education opportunities.

Learn about different types of jobs

Not sure which job would be the best fit for you? The Government of Canada posts information about different types of occupations and job profiles. Learn more here: Search job profiles (gov.on.ca)

Finding a job

There are many places you can look for jobs. These include online, in newspapers and magazines, or in-person and at job fairs.

Employment Ontario (EO)

Employment Ontario Service Providers are local organizations that can help you find work. They can help you with your resume, interview preparation and can even help you with tools and equipment you might need to start your new job.

Local EO agencies in Durham include:

If you speak French, the Durham French Employment Centre can connect you with employers recruiting bilingual candidates in Durham Region.

Online

One of the most common ways to find a job is to search online.

Some good general job sites include:

Get started with the following resources:

Jobs First Durham is a searchable web aggregator of Durham Region jobs from a multitude of national, provincial, and local job boards to make searching for your next job in Durham Region easier.
The YMCA of Greater Toronto has a listing of job boards and resources.
Visit the Durham Workforce Authority Job Board: Job Posts – Durham Workforce Authority
VPI Working Solutions also has a Durham Region job board which shows recently posted jobs.
Visit the Durham Employment & Newcomer Centre (DENC) Job Portal: Jobs - DENC
The federal government's Job Bank provides job descriptions, salaries, vacancies and you can even set up job alerts.
Search for jobs with the Ontario government: Ontario Public Service Careers (gov.on.ca)
Search for jobs with other employers: Jobs and employment | ontario.ca

Your local library can help you with online job searches.

Employment opportunities with local municipalities:

Newspapers

You can also find job listings in national and local newspapers. They are often listed in the "classifieds" section.

Newspapers:

Job fairs

Job fairs connect you with employers who are hiring. They are a great resource for those seeking work and take place throughout Durham Region. You can find information about upcoming job fairs at Career Fair Canada.

Accessible work places

Learn about accessible work places and job accommodations in Durham Region.

If you are differently abled or have accessibility restrictions, see if META Vocational can help you.

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