First Work

On #IWD26, we honour women in #EmploymentServices driving #Canada's economy, and the systems designed to lift people up.

Thanks again to @CGamingCGood for their sponsorship of today's #AspireCareerSummit. Programs like Youth Aspire are made possible through charitable gaming funding in #Ontario, proud supporters of #YouthEmployment and the future of work.

TODAY IS THE DAY – You don't want to miss the #Aspire Career Summit! At @roythomsonhall, @First_Work is offering networking, career panels, and real connections for young job seekers! Learn more: ow.ly/x38V50YcLAA

Thank you MP @SalmaZahid15 for meeting with @first_work on our Federal Advocacy Day. We look forward to unlocking Canada's national ambition, talent and internal resilience through community-based employment service providers!

Parents! #Youth deserve REAL career options. Join the Aspire Career Summit on Feb 11 at Roy Thomson Hall, #Toronto. Build confidence, explore careers, and connect with employers! Learn more: youthaspire.org/aspire-career-…

Jumpstart your career at Aspire Career Summit 2026. Meet employers, get resume support, free headshots, and real advice—all in one place. February 11 in Toronto. #FREE to attend: youthaspire.org/aspire-career-…

Our Network is ready to continue working in 2026 alongside Ontario’s #EmploymentServiceProviders – supporting and amplifying impact, and bridging the gap between jobseekers and employers ready to hire. Here's to a year of shared purpose and progress!

On behalf of our Ontario-wide Network of #EmploymentServiceProviders we express our gratitude to our partners and #EmploymentServiceProviders for empowering youth and strengthening Ontario’s workforce. Our offices close Dec 20 - Jan 4. Enjoy the holidays, see you in 2026!

Meet job-ready #Talent at the 2026 Aspire Career Summit! Join us on Feb 11 at Roy Thomson Hall to connect with motivated young jobseekers! Help #Youth step up and #TransformOntario'sWorkforce: Learn more: youthaspire.org/aspire-career-…

Our network connects hiring employers with skilled jobseekers. To transform Ontario’s workforce, people with disabilities must be recognized as a vital source of talent – and yet often their skills are untapped. No inclusive workforce is complete when potential is left behind.

On #GivingTuesday, how can you support Ontario’s future workforce? Join us this February at the Aspire Youth Summit to connect 1000+ youth (15-30) to career pathways! Donate to invest in their potential: firstwork.org/donate/

Over 1,000 youth. One future to #ProtectOntario. This #GivingTuesday, help support young Ontarians to find careers at the 2026 Aspire Youth Summit! Donate Today: firstwork.org/donate/

When basic needs go unmet, employment pathways collapse. Support a poverty reduction strategy for strong communities. Sign the open letter to the Premier with Maytree: ow.ly/RV8S50XwUcG

Youth unemployment in Ontario fell from a record 17.8% to 16.3% in October. A single-month dip is not recovery. Our latest report examines how Ontario’s employment services are reaching #Youth and where gaps remain. Learn more: firstwork.org/ontarios-emplo…

Many thanks to sponsors of #Futures25! @RBC #WCGServices @FutureFitAI @thrivemycareer @davispierltd @preprme @Deloitte @employnextca @SooCareerCentre @collegeboreal @fedcapcanada @CityofLdnOnt @HIEC_appsearch @WRE_Network @Google

Get ready for our final Keynote and Closing Remarks in the Grand Huron Ballroom at #Futures25!

Good morning #Futures25 delegates! As we start this last day, we want to especially thank our Lead Sponsor @RBC, with incredible gratitude to our Title Sponsor #WCGServices.

Many thanks to our Lead Sponsor @RBC for their support on Day 2 of #Futures25!

Thanks @CollegeBoreal for being a session sponsor – and for being a key partner in building skills, inclusion, and a strong bilingual workforce across Ontario.

Thanks @EmployNextCA, powered by Serco, for sponsoring today’s #Futures25 session: "System Stewardship and Collaboration" EmployNext connects people to meaningful work and strengthens communities!