Success Stories

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Employment Counselling

"I am writing to compliment the staff at AYCE. It's seldom that a government office gets kudos - this office must be noticed!

I introduced a young man to AYCE who was having a terrible time at home - I had heard about him through my son and his friends. At first, I didn't know where to turn, but I wanted to help him so I got on the Internet. I found and called several agencies but didn't get any assistance until I called AYCE. The receptionist noticed the urgency in my voice saying, "Come in right away - we'll help." That same afternoon, I brought the young man and he met with an employment counselor. It wasn't easy to find this young man a job especially during this recession; but your staff stuck to it until success. AYCE got him the exact job that he was seeking!

AYCE has a program for unemployed youth that definitely works! I am very grateful for the tremendous help your dedicated employees extended to this young man who I believe now has a great chance at success in life." - Employment Ontario Participant

Job Development

"On behalf of Marche Restaurants Canada, I would like to extend a heartfelt thanks for your assistance during our recent job fair. We successfully hired 168 employees as a result of the dedicated work of everyone involved. Your kind assistance is very much appreciated. I hope we will continue this partnership in the future." - Marche Restaurants Canada

"Over the last 5 years we have enjoyed a very productive relationship with AYCE that began with the Summer Jobs Service and Job Connect for Youth programs and was later expanded to include Job Connect for New Canadians. Over this time, we have employed some 75 candidates from AYCE, many of whom continue to be valuable members of our team. AYCE assists us in our recruitment efforts by pre-screening candidates, setting up job fairs and ensuring necessary paperwork is completed. AYCE staff is professional and knowledgeable about Canadian economic trends and employment practices. AYCE understands the needs of employers in today's market." - Canadian Tire Corporation

"Through the years I have worked with AYCE, I have successfully hired several of my current staff. AYCE provides the support that allows me to train my staff. Our office manager, an AYCE candidate, has been with the company for over a year. He was a newcomer with no prior experience working in Canada. He has been a huge asset to my team and I am grateful to AYCE for introducing us." - AYCE Employer

Bridging Business Careers Program

"Today I had a 3rd interview with the import/export manager and they hired me for the position of export coordinator. I cannot believe it, really I can't!!! I think I am dreaming - I am speechless. I want to thank you for helping me and building the confidence I had lost these past 2 years. I do not know how to properly thank you and the Bridging Business Career's group for your support and assistance. I will never forget the time you were available to help me without any hesitation. I will definitely come to see you again; now, I have to go to work." - BBC Participant

Summer Jobs Service Program

"There was a client who needed summer employment not only to pay for tuition in September but also to provide for her family. Due to cultural and religious practices, it was a challenge for her to find employment on her own. AYCE staff worked with her to improve her resume and then contacted potential employers in an effort to find her work in Toronto. AYCE was able to find a fundraising company willing to give her an interview. She called back 3 days later to inform us that she would start working as a fundraiser the next week." - SJS Participant

Job Search Workshop Program

"I walked into AYCE 3 weeks ago and 2 months after I landed in Canada from India. I have an MBA and have worked with banks in the USA and India. I successfully secured a job in banking within 3 weeks of working with AYCE. What makes AYCE stand out is the personal attention and warmth. I was not treated as a file but respected as a person with unique needs and situation.

Without the advice and support I received from AYCE, I would not have applied for, let alone been offered and accepted a position with the Bank of Montreal. The counselor at AYCE asked the right questions, listened very carefully, directed me to the right training resources and provides strategic insights to ensure I was never short on motivation. I thank all the staff at AYCE from the bottom of my heart for your hard work on my behalf, including teaching strategies to create opportunities, helping improve my resume and prepare for interviews.

I am very happy with the services AYCE extended and I would not hesitate to recommend AYCE to others who are in need of career counseling!" - JSW Participant