40+ Years of Creating Opportunities & Building Communities

We provide employment, settlement, language training, mentorship, entrepreneurship and other services to Newcomers, Refugees, Women, Youth, Seniors, and Canadian employers.

Our Programs
Our Programs
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Our Vision
Our Vision
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About Skills for Change

Our vision is for a Canada where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.

We are committed to striving for a Canada where newcomers and other underserved individuals have access to opportunities that empower them to succeed personally and professionally.

We work with newcomers and underserved groups providing holistic solutions that bridge the gap between potential and opportunity for success in Canada.

VISION & MISSION
Our Services
Our Services

Our Impact

20,000+

Clients served annually

25+

Programs & Services

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40+

Years of building welcoming and equitable communities

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1000+

Employer, community and corporate partners

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We help a diverse range people

Testimonials from the people we’ve helped

  • “I was looking to deepen my understanding of Black Leadership in Canadian society, and to reflect on my own past and recent experiences - BLISC more than delivered. I feel like I have tapped into a network of dynamic change. I can’t wait to see how we all build on what’s been created here.”

    - Trisha Linton, BLISC Cohort Graduate

  • “Skills for Change helped me specifically figure out what specific job profession I wanted an opportunity in. They provided me constant and relevant new job opportunities. They were kind and professional and encouraged me through the process of finding a job.”

    - Hope Dos Santos, Employment Ontario Client

  • “I was a newcomer to Canada and the Trades Win Support team helped to find the right pathway to get my electrician license. Without their help I could not easily find my way.”

    - Kumars Karimi, Trades Win Support Program Client

  • “Our company was looking for new employees who were looking to change career paths and get experience in the trades. Skills for Change quickly paired us with potential candidates and assisted with training and safety related costs. They made the process quick and easy while providing valuable resources to our company”

    - Tim Spalding, Spalding Construction

Make a difference

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Donate

We help over 20,000 people a year with professional workshops, settlement counselling and other services. Your donations make a difference!

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Volunteer

Interested in making a difference? Skills for Change volunteers help us help new immigrants and their communities. Join our efforts and make a difference!

Volunteer
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Partner with us

Join our efforts by becoming an employer partner, or by us helping you connect you with the best talent that fits your business needs.

be a Partner

Our Offices

Temporary Head Office: 1655 Dupont Street, Toronto, ON, M6P 3S9

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West Office: 1345 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6E 1C3

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East Office: 65 Overlea Blvd. Suite 260 Toronto, Ontario, M4H 1P1

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Hamilton Office: Regus Hamilton, 21 King St. W 5th Floor, Hamilton, ON L8P 4W7

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All programs offered at 791 St. Clair W Toronto, have been temporarily moved to 1345 St. Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6E 1C3

For in-person services, please visit us at either 1345 St. Clair Avenue West or 65 Overlea Boulevard.
We look forward to welcoming you!

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Reach out today to get help

Are you an existing client and have a complaint? We deeply appreciate your feedback. Please use this form to give feedback: Client Feedback Form

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