Employment and career development
Jobseeker services
If you are currently unemployed and actively searching for a job or looking to change jobs within your domain, these programs will help you succeed in your job search.
Programs for newcomers and skilled workers
Knowledge gaps and unfamiliar systems can block a career before it starts. These programs build the skills newcomers need for professional success in a competitive world.
Preparing for pre-employment
Without language, digital skills or a plan, the job search goes nowhere. These programs build the foundation newcomers need to enter the workforce ready.
Youth employment
A first job is hard to land without guidance or connections. These programs give youth the skills they need to move forward.
Employer services
Hiring skilled, diverse talent takes more than simply posting a job opening. COSTI connects employers directly to newcomer talent through apprenticeship and workforce pathways.
Online services
Distance and busy schedules shouldn’t limit access to the support newcomers need. These programs deliver mentorship and upskilling remotely, wherever newcomers are.
“COSTI helped me find my strengths and present myself as an experienced professional. I’m very happy with everything I learned”.
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Flavia’s journey with COSTI is one of perseverance and renewal. With a strong background in event planning, she arrived in Canada eager to build her career—only to face repeated rejections and self-doubt, especially as the pandemic took its toll on the hospitality industry.
Through COSTI’s support, she found the guidance she needed. Networking strategies, resume coaching and interview preparation helped her see her own strengths and move past imposter syndrome. In time, she secured a role as a Food and Beverage Supervisor at The Metcalfe Hotel, rekindling her confidence and passion for her work. For Flavia, COSTI was more than just career support—it was a safe space to share her challenges and find encouragement. She is deeply grateful for the support that helped her move forward.
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