ALL IN ONE JOB SEARCH

Classified jobs, resume help, career orientation and market information on each site.

JOBS

A collection of job banks, recruiters, sites and organizations where job seekers can find classified jobs. st your credentials on any of these sites for prospective employers to view.

COVER LETTERS, RESUMES and INTERVIEWS

All the tips, samples and information you need to write the perfect cover letter and resume and shine at your interview.

CAREER GUIDANCE

Use these sites to test your strengths, research the labour market, learn about specific occupations and how to gain the necessary education and skills.

COMPANY RESEARCH

Business directories, industry analyses and databases of Canadian companies and associations.

TUTORIAL

A general guide through the process of using the internet to search for jobs, write resumes and consider new career paths.

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ALL IN ONE JOB SEARCH

Jobsetc.
Jobs, careers, learning new skills, links to government services and information on workplace legislation. Great site for new Canadians seeking work.

WorkInfoNet - Ontario
Jobs, careers, education & training, labour market information, self-employment and workplace issues in Ontario.

The Work Place
An information resource for a competitive labour market.

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JOBS

DURHAM REGION JOB SITES

EWIN Experienced Workers Information Network
If you are over 45 years old and looking for a job in the Durham Region this site will prepare you to re-enter the workforce.

Service Canada-Job Bank
Search by area, occupation and currency of job postings.

iWIN - Individual WorkInfoNet
Local Durham guide to all the information you need and places to go in your job search.

JOB BANKS

Charity Village - Career Centre Job Database
Complete range of job postings primarily in the Third Sector.

Eluta: The Search Engine for Jobs in Canada
A Searchable database of every new job posting in Canada. This site also has a driectory of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

The Job_Line
GTA jobs. Search by region for general labour, driving jobs, fast food and restaurant, sales, skilled technical and trades postings.

Jobs Ontario
Ontario government job postings. View postings by category or search for a particular job. Links to other government employment resources.

JobShark
Free online recruitment center where job seekers can look for employment by company, location or category. Registration is required.

LocalWork.ca
LocalWOrk.ca is operated by Metroland Media which uses over 100 newspapers to fill the needs of local recruiters & job seekers.

Monster Board Canada
Thousands of Canadian jobs updated daily. Searchable by location, keyword and category.

PlusJobs Canada
Search for jobs on many recruiters' and company home pages. Includes high tech, skilled and unskilled labour, construction, industrial, marketing, administration and management jobs. No registration required.

Public Service Commission
Federal Government job postings. Lists internships, full-time and part-time postings for job seekers of all abilities.

Toronto Jobs
A Job bank designed exclusively for employment listings in the GTA.

Workopolis
Job search resource center and classified job listings from the Toronto Star and the Globe & Mail.

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COVER LETTERS, RESUMES AND INTERVIEWS

Mississippi State University - Resume and Interviewing Information
Lots of sample interview questions for and from a prospective job applicant. Also tips on dress and personal appearance for an interview.

Career Development eManual-Resume building.
Step by step guidelines for preparing print and electronic resumes.

ASCII text resume tutorial
Tips on formating your resume into a web based format.

Employment Ontario Job Search Skills
Links to other sites with reliable resume, cover letter and interview information. 

Quintessential Careers - Career Resources Toolkit
Tips on the fundamentals and different styles of letters and resumes. Tests and quizzes for job seekers.

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CAREER GUIDANCE

GUIDANCE IN FINDING WORK

Essential Skills
Essential Skills profiles describe how each of the nine Essential Skills are used by workers in a particular occupation.

Toronto Area Local Labour Market Information
Uses data from classifieds in the GTA to demonstrate occupations in demand and salaries associated with posted jobs.

CAREER PATH DEVELOPMENT

Canadian Career Page
Hundreds of different career areas and skills tests. Learn about current labour market trends.

Career Cruising
Online career guide with assessment tools, complete post secondary schools database, apprenticeship training and interviews with people in every occupation.

Mapping Your Future: Planning a Career
A ten step plan geared to choosing a career and reaching career goals.

nextSteps - Career Planning
Self discovery tools lead into career options and finally an occupational path.

CAREER OUTLOOK

Job Futures - Ontario
Information on the current trends and future outlook for 157 occupations common to Ontario.

Kiersey Temperament Sorter (Based on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator)
Select The Keirsey Temperament Sorter II - an online personality questionnaire.

Occupational Outlook Handbook (U.S.)
Descriptions of job titles, working conditions, required skills/education, earnings & prospects in a wide range of occupations.

EDUCATION

Distance Education Links
Alphabetical listing of all distance education web opportunities in Ontario.

nextSteps - Education and Training
Step by step career planning/education advice.

School Finder Online
Directory of Canadian & International universities, colleges and career colleges, admission requirements, costs, programs and contact details. Links on the site to ScholarshipsCanada.com, GradSchoolFinder.com and more.

SKILLS TRAINING

Durham Region Local Training Board - Skilled Trades Catalogue / Apprenticeship Information
Provides information relevant to individuals interested in perusing a trade or apprenticeship.

tradeability
A collaborative effort between community partners in Durham Region and the governments of Ontario and Canada to deliver online skilled trades information.

WorkSmartOntario
Ministry of Labour workplace safety website for young and new workers.

ApprenticeshipSearch
ApprenticeshipSearch provides free information on apprenticeships and offers a database to help match apprentices and employers in Ontario.

APPLICATION CENTRES

Ontario College Application Services
Application processing center for Ontario's colleges.

Ontario Universities' Application Centre
Central bureau for processing admission applications to Ontario universities.

EDUCATION FINANCING

National Student Loans Service Centre
Information on applying for, maintaining, status and repaying student loans.

OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program)
Complete an online loan application or renewal for free.

Scholarships Canada
A comprehensive database of all Canadian scholarships, awards and bursaries. Information on loans, applications and budget planning included.

Studentawards: Free Scholarship Search Service
Database of thousands of awards for both Canadian and U.S institutions.

NEW CANADIANS' PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION

Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials
Advises foreign individuals on necessary requirements to have their credentials assessed and recognized in Canada.

Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration, Ontario.
All the information needed to understand how Internationally trained workers can pursue professions and trades in Ontario.

Working in Canada
Developed to help newcomers interested in living and working permanently in Canada.

EXPERIENCE / INTERNSHIP / VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS

Volunteer Energy - Durham Region
ONline advertising of volunteer opportunities and a volunteer referral service.

StudyAbroad
Opportunities for high school, college and university students to learn while travelling the globe.

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COMPANY RESEARCH

Canadian Trade Index
This directory has over 30,000 industrial companies searchable by commercial & industrial product listings.

Frasers Catalogue of Industrial Suppliers
A comprehensive directory of Canadian wholesalers, manufacturers, distributors,& their products and services.

STRATEGIS - Canadian Company Capabilities
Searchable database featuring 60,000 Canadian Businesses.

STRATEGIS - Specialized Directories
An A-Z listing of business sector directories plus professional and trade associations.

The Top 1000
Report on Business Top 1000 Canadian companies published annually. Links to top ranking private & technical companies, Crown Corporations and largest employers.

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TUTORIAL

Pickering Public Library - Job Career Tutorial
A general guide through the process of using the internet to search for jobs, write resumes and consider new career paths.

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