Youth Employment Services In Toronto & York Region

Looking for work and not sure where to start? JVS Toronto offers free, personalized support for young people 30 and under. Whether you’re finishing school, figuring out your next steps, or facing challenges finding a job, we’re here to help with:

• Job search help
• Support for entrepreneurs 
• Career exploration
• Paid Training
• Work placements
• Skill-building workshops
• Employment Guidance 
• Access to other support services

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1. Youth Career Launch – Integrated Employment Services

Youth Career Launch is here for young adults aged 18–29 who are out of school and ready to get started. Through our youth employment centre, you’ll get job readiness training, mentorship, and support to help you build confidence, gain experience, and move forward in your career.

What You Get

• Focus on career exploration 
• Mentorship
• Understanding of job retention
• Improved employability skills

Who is eligible

• Ages 18-29
• Not in school
• Not working full-time 
• Ontario resident
• Eligible to work in Canada
• Actively looking for work

2. Youth Entrepreneurship Program (YEP) – Start a Business

Start a business you’re passionate about! This six-month youth employment program helps you turn that idea into reality. With one-on-one support from a business consultant, you’ll build entrepreneurship skills and take the next steps toward being your own boss.

What You Get

• Create a professional Business Plan
• Receive up to $7,000 to launch your business
• Learn Financial Management and Marketing skills
• Learn about the legal aspects of business management

Who is eligible

• Have graduated from high school
• live in Ontario
• Not enrolled in post-secondary school
• Have not received any previous business start-up funding

3. Youth Reach – Employment Support for Youth Facing Barriers

One-to-one job search support and employment counselling in Toronto and York Region

Youth Reach supports young people who’ve faced personal challenges, including those with past or potential conflict with the law. Our employment support is designed to develop workplace skills and enhance employability and lifelong earning potential.

What You Get

• Customized exploration of workplace skills, interests and job opportunities 
• Resume writing, interview preparation and job search assistance
• Access to training and education programs 
• Connections to appropriate programs and services
• Employment supports such as transportation fare, clothing and work tools 

Who is eligible

• 15-30 years old
• Live in Toronto, Scarborough or York Region
• Experiencing personal challenges in obtaining employment, including conflict with the law
• Unemployed and looking for work

4. Professional Engagement for Access to Careers (PEAC)

An innovative program for recent graduates

PEAC is a free, flexible program for recent grads in Toronto who are having a hard time finding work in their field. If you finished college or university in the last three years and aren’t sure what’s next, we offer workshops, mentorship, and employer connections to help you find your path.

What You Get

• Career Focusing Workshops – Develop a clear career path and self-awareness to promote yourself in the job market.
• Marketable Skills Workshops – Get the tools that will give you an advantage in the job market with creative ideas from an expert business consultant.
• Networking Workshops – Take part in hands-on exercises in effective networking and build your confidence to connect with anyone and everyone.
• One-on-one support from Employment Counsellors and Mentors to help you with your unique needs.
• Direct connections to employers.

5.Newcomer Youth Employment Support  NYCS –  in Toronto

New to Canada? In high school? Thinking about a future career?

Start building your future in Toronto with Newcomer Youth – Connections for Success. These free newcomer employment services provide career exploration, skill-building, and employment support to help you navigate the Canadian job market and find youth jobs in Toronto.

What You Get

• Career Exploration workshops
• Info about Canadian colleges & universities
• Group mentoring with university students and young professionals
• Valuable workplace skills for your resume
• Volunteer opportunities related to potential careers
• The chance to meet new friends, grow your social circle, and more!

Simplify Your Job Search with Free Youth Employment Help in Toronto and York Region

Finding employment opportunities for teens and young people can be difficult. With the right support, you can get the youth employment help that you need to start on the path to a successful career. 

At JVS Toronto, we’re committed to helping everyone, from high school students to recent grads starting careers in their fields, find fulfilling employment.

For more information on our youth employment services near you, contact us today!