Explore the skills you need to succeed
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Learn how to improve and broaden your skillset to advance your career. See what the Essential Skills for today’s workplace are or check out our tools as a guide to help you explore.
Develop your Skills for Success
Find careers that match your current skillset and learn how your soft skills (i.e., communication, problem solving, time management, etc.) can help you stand out in the workplace. Use the tools below to see how adaptable you are: from social interactions to technical abilities to everyday life skills.
- Learn about skills.
- Find assessment and training tools.
- Do a self-assessment quiz of your skills.
Find volunteer programs through the Government of Canada
Volunteering is a great way to give back to your community and to learn new skills. Micro-grants allow you to lead your own project in your community. Check out how to get involved below.
- Try a volunteer placement through the Canada Service Corps.
- Apply for microgrant to run a community event to develop your skills.
- Learn more about CSC-funded organizations in your community.
Skills for Indigenous youth
If you are an Indigenous youth (or an Indigenous service delivery organization), the Government of Canada has resources tailored to you. Find local organizations, funding opportunities, and more, below.
- Find your local Indigenous service delivery organization.
- Learn and apply to the Education Partnerships Program.
- Develop your Skills for Success
- Find volunteer programs through the Government of Canada
- Skills for Indigenous youth