Events Calendar

An interview is key to getting a job. Discover how to handle challenging interview questions with confidence. Learn how to collect, compile and present information that showcases your skills and experience. Find out the common mistakes how to avoid them. Learn essential skills and tips to excel in your next in-person or virtual interview.

Workshop topics include:

• Most common types of Interviews
• Interview preparation tips before, during and after the interview
• Commonly asked questions and developing effective responses
• Next steps...

Upcoming sessions:
April 14, 2026: Click here to register
April 15, 2026: Click here to register (in collaboration with Vaughan Public Libraries)

Learn essential skills and tips to excel in your next in-person or virtual interview. 

Times: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Date: 2026-04-14

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Learn how to use keywords and proper formatting to ensure your resume is noticed by Applicant Tracking Systems. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Date: 2026-04-16

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Learn how to use keywords and proper formatting to ensure your resume is noticed by Applicant Tracking Systems. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Date: 2026-04-27

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Learn how to answer behavioural interview questions using proven techniques and guided practice. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Date: 2026-04-08

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Learn how to answer behavioural interview questions using proven techniques and guided practice. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Date: 2026-04-22

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Better Jobs Ontario (formerly known as Second Career) is a cost-sharing grant program offered to individuals seeking to train for a new career. This grant may cover tuition, transportation, books, childcare and more! It is provided based on need, and applicants may need to contribute to the cost of the training. You can join this information session to learn about the program's suitability criteria. Please note that the information provided is general in nature. If you have specific questions about your application, you can schedule an appointment with an employment consultant who can help you. 

Upcoming Session:
April 22, 2026: Click here to register

Times: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Date: 2026-04-22

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Explore career options in skilled trades, including training pathways and growth opportunities. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Date: 2026-04-10

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Explore career options in skilled trades, including training pathways and growth opportunities. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Date: 2026-04-21

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Identify common errors candidates make and learn practical strategies to perform better in interviews.

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Date: 2026-04-17

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Identify common errors candidates make and learn practical strategies to perform better in interviews.

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Date: 2026-04-27

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Develop effective communication skills for emails, phone calls, and interviews to present yourself confidently and professionally. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Date: 2026-04-14

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Gain tips on completing online applications correctly, avoiding common mistakes, and improving your chances of success. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Date: 2026-04-28

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Learn how to set clear employment goals, organize your job search, and create a step-by-step plan to stay on track and motivated. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Date: 2026-04-13

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Learn how to set clear employment goals, organize your job search, and create a step-by-step plan to stay on track and motivated. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Date: 2026-04-30

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Learn necessary skills for daily customer interactions, both in person and over the phone. Receive a certificate upon completion. 

Start date: April 20, 2026

Click here to register

Times: 12:00am to 12:00am

Date: 2026-04-20

Located at: Virtual

Fees: No fees

Six weeks online course. Learn to speak, read and write English.

INSTRUCTION INCLUDES:

• Write short messages
• Improve basic vocabulary
• Conversation for daily activities
• Read and understand simple stories
• Develop and use grammar and punctuation

ELIGIBILITY:

• Visitors to Canada
• Work permit or study permit
• Individuals 18 years and older

To register call 416.534.7400 or email edu@costi.org

Download flyer here

Times:

Date: Ongoing

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

This program is designed to assist highly skilled internationally trained individuals with a background in Information Technology obtained outside of Canada and who now reside in Ontario and are unemployed, to integrate into the Ontario workforce and obtain a certificate and secure an occupation in the high-demand Cybersecurity field. 

Upcoming sessions:
April 1, 2026
April 8, 2026
April 15, 2026
April 22, 2026
April 29, 2026

To register, click here.

Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Date: 2026-04-29

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Date: 2026-04-15

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Date: 2026-04-22

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Date: 2026-04-29

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Date: 2026-04-08

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Create or improve your resume with guided support, focusing on structure, content, and Canadian standards. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Date: 2026-04-15

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Create or improve your resume with guided support, focusing on structure, content, and Canadian standards. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Date: 2026-04-29

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Learn how to effectively highlight your international education and work experience for Canadian employers. 

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700 

Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Date: 2026-04-20

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None

Explore current labour market trends and identify industries and employers actively hiring.

For more information, contact: peelskillstraining@costi.org or 905-459-6700. 

Times: 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Date: 2026-04-09

Located at: Virtual

Fees: None