Whether you’re looking for your next job or need help exploring a new career path, our team of experts helps people expand their skills, find good jobs, and participate in their communities.
LEC's skilled trades training programs are available to all those interested in a career in the skilled trades or construction industry.
Job seekers can discover LEC's resource centre, find specialized workshops to prepare for the labour market, and access Employment Ontario training programs.
Free part time classes on computer, smartphone and tablet basic skills.
Take a look and what it’s like when you take the Public Narrative Workshop through the Labour Studies program at LEC. This training helps to people condense the most important parts of their narrative and use it to move people to change.
Founded in 1988 as the Metro Labour Education Centre (MLEC), the Labour Education Centre is committed to helping workers, potential workers and all members of our community access decent work and to moving communities towards social, economic and environmental justice.
Through our work, we strive to:
LEC empowers people to find good jobs and build strong communities. Through employment training, skill development, and program support and resources we help individuals reach their full potential in the workforce and beyond.
LEC programs give every participant direct knowledge and training to prepare them for their career.
Participants who join LEC programs learn technical skills, earn trade certifications, and receive on-the-job experience.
Our team provides additional supports outside of training programs, allowing individuals to reach their full potential.
LEC’s Working Green program is a research and action approach to climate change that provides opportunities for workers to learn how to take action on climate change. We can assist you in advocating for significant reductions in Greenhouse Gas emissions (GHGs) and for good, green jobs.
LEC is funded by several organizations to help provide the best possible experience for participants and set them up for future success.
LEC works with hundreds of qualified and enthusiastic job seekers every year. Our team will connect you to a pool of pre-screened candidates to match your hiring needs. Our services are provided at no cost, and our staff will work closely with you to support you through the hiring process.
The Labour Education Centre is proud to connect with participants and employers from across Toronto to help people find and keep good jobs. If you’re looking to enhance your skills, explore one of our programs today.
Helping our communities access decent work.
