Resources for Employees

Resources and Programs Available for Job Loss

Federal Resources (Canada)

Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) provides several job-related resources, such as funding programs for jobs and training, professional skills development, and workplace standards. Key programs include:

Find a job Offers many resources to help individual’s find opportunities in the federal government and with employers across the country. Employment Insurance (EI) Offers temporary benefits to individuals who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own and are available to work but cannot find a job. Job Bank Administered by ESDC, this is Canada’s national employment service, available as a website and mobile app. It includes a job search tool and tips for job seekers, including a guide on how to navigate the Job Bank. Wage Subsidies and Training This website provides information on wage subsidies and professional training opportunities for job seekers to help them improve their employability.

Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC)

The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) offers resources for financial management, particularly in the event of job loss. Their services include:

Severance Pay Information Provides advice on managing severance pay after losing a job. Debt Management Tools Offers tips for managing debt, including how to create a budget and handle financial stress. Getting help from a credit counselor Budget Planner

Public Service Commission of Canada (PSCC)

The Public Service Commission (PSCC) manages the Jobs in the Government of Canada page, and allows users to search and apply for jobs within the government. Helpful tips are available on how to apply for these jobs.

Provincial Resources (Quebec)

Emploi-Québec Emploi-Québec offers a wide range of employment and training support services aimed at helping individuals find jobs and improve their skills. Emploi-Québec Portal listing available job opportunities across the province of Quebec. Collective Dismissal Assistance Program (CNESST) Administered by Commission des norms, de l’équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (CNESST), provides support to employees affected by collective layoffs, offering assistance with job searches and career transitions. Services Québec – Maniwaki Office Services Québec offers employment assistance, business support, social assistance, and other services. They can be contacted at 819-449-4284 or visited in person at 100, rue Principale Sud, office 240, Maniwaki. Job Loss Support The Job Loss Support webpage gathers government resources and programs to help individuals find employment Request for last-resort financial assistance or for employment services Job and Career Fairs Directory of specialized employability organizations Only available in French Online Services – Employment Assistance Employment Assistance Programs My account: Employment Assistance – Social Assistance Employment Assistance Programs

Ministry of Employment and Social Solidarity (MESS)

Provides various social assistance programs and tools for job seekers, including:

Social Assistance and Social Solidarity Job Search Questionnaire SimulAide Tool

Regional Resources (Outaouais)

The Outaouais region has several resources available, including:

Service d’aide à l’emploi (SAE) Service d’aide à l’emploi (SAE) provides support for job searches and professional guidance in the Outaouais region (only in French). Formation continue - Cégep de l'Outaouais Formation continue – Cégep de l’Outaouais provides ongoing education and career transition programs for workers looking to change careers (only available in French). Comité sectoriel de main-d'œuvre des services forestiers Comité sectoriel de main-d'oeuvre des services forestiers assists forestry workers in the Outaouais region with reintegration and training programs.

Municipal Resources

The Ville de Maniwaki (only available in French) The MRC Vallée-de-la-Gatineau (only available in French)

Additional Resources

Some resources below may require a free or paid account:

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