Employment Assistance Services

Find Employment in Nova Scotia with Support from CDÉNÉ

Looking for employment services in Nova Scotia? CDÉNÉ provides free, confidential and personalized employment support services to job seekers across the province.

All CDÉNÉ employment services are offered in both of Canada’s official languages and are accessible to anyone seeking employment support in Nova Scotia.

Whether you are looking for your first job, changing careers, returning to the workforce, or seeking guidance to better understand the labour market, our team is here to support you. 

CDÉNÉ’s Employment Services Centres across Nova Scotia are funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and the Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration (LSI). We support job seekers in finding and maintaining employment while also helping employers with recruitment and employee retention.

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A Leading Employment Services Organization in Nova Scotia

CDÉNÉ plays an important role in supporting employment and workforce development services for Acadian and Francophone communities in Nova Scotia.

CDÉNÉ collaborates with community, educational, governmental and economic partners to improve access to employment services across Nova Scotia.

Through this collaborative approach, we help:

• improve access to employment resources;
• connect job seekers with appropriate services and opportunities;
• strengthen connections between employers and job seekers;
• support workforce development across Nova Scotia.

Employer Support Services

Our Employer Engagement Specialists also support employers with:

• employee recruitment and retention;
• connecting employers with qualified workers;
• workforce development;
• access to training resources;
• human resources management tools;
• labour market information;
• government funding programs.

Through our network of community, educational, governmental and economic partners, we help facilitate access to employment and workforce development resources throughout Nova Scotia.

Employment Support Services in Nova Scotia

CDÉNÉ offers employment support services to help individuals prepare for, find and maintain employment in Nova Scotia.

Our services include:

• job search assistance;
• case management based on your needs;
• labour market preparation and career planning;
• support for career transitions;
• referrals to specialized resources and community partners;
• support for newcomers;
• employability workshops and information sessions;
• networking opportunities with employers;
• interview preparation;

Our goal is to help individuals build confidence, develop their skills and successfully integrate into the workforce.

Services for Job Seekers

CDÉNÉ offers employment support services in English and French to individuals across Nova Scotia. CDÉNÉ also has particular expertise supporting Acadian and Francophone communities as well as newcomers to Nova Scotia.

Our services are designed for:

• job seekers;
• newcomers;
• individuals changing careers;
• people returning to school or the workforce;
• youth looking for their first job;
• individuals seeking to better understand the Nova Scotia labour market.

Whether you already have a clear career objective or are just beginning to explore your options, we can help you create a realistic and personalized employment plan.

Personalized Employment Support

CDÉNÉ provides personalized support based on your background, goals and employment needs.

We can help you:

• define your career goals;
• improve your resume and cover letter;
• better understand employer expectations;
• build confidence in the workplace;
• prepare for interviews;
• discover employment resources available in your region;
• participate in employability workshops;
• access networking opportunities, career fairs and economic forums;
• connect with the right services and partners.

Our priority is to provide accessible, inclusive and supportive employment services for individuals across Nova Scotia.

Employability Workshops and Activities

Throughout the year, CDÉNÉ organizes workshops, information sessions and networking activities related to employment and employability.

Topics may include:

• job search strategies;
• labour market preparation;
• professional skills development;
• diversity, equity and inclusion;
• workplace professionalism;
• self-confidence and communication;
• employer and job seeker connections;
• newcomer workforce integration.

These activities help participants gain knowledge, develop professional skills, expand their network and better understand the labour market in Nova Scotia.