Programs & Services
We understand that the road to employment isn't always a clear path
Employment Resource Centre
Our Employment Resource Centre is an extremely useful tool designed to help you during your job search. In the resource centre, we can help you with:
- Use of computers, telephone, fax, photocopier, mailing and supplies
- Résumé and cover letter preparation
- Assistance in developing interview skills
- Assisted or independent job search
- Access to employment resources, job postings, and employment leads
Employment Resource Centre Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 12:00pm, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Wellness Program
Causeway believes that maintaining both your physical and mental health are an essential part of becoming job ready. Our Wellness Program is designed to help you set and achieve your fitness and nutrition goals. Our on-site fitness centre is staffed by a personal trainer ready to help you with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your physical wellbeing.
Gym Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 3:30pm
Community Homes for Opportunity
The Community Homes for Opportunity (CHO) program is a recovery-oriented person-centered program providing supportive housing that is safe and affordable, established by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOH). The CHO program in Ottawa runs in partnership with Shepherds of Good Hope who serves as the community agency responsible for 6 homes in the Ottawa area. The CHO program provides residents with opportunities to enhance the quality of their daily living, their personal growth and development, and improve life skills through participation in a variety of activities and programs. Causeway Work Centre, through the CHO program, provides recreational and vocational activities to individuals who are part of the CHO program, living in domiciliary residences in urban and rural Ottawa. Please note that participants of the CHO program are referred through Shepherds of Good Hope.
Workshops
Our comprehensive workshop series provides participants with essential employment skills training and development through structured curriculum designed to enhance job readiness. These interactive sessions cover a wide range of topics including workplace communication, time management, professional development, conflict resolution, and workplace safety. Our experienced facilitators create a supportive learning environment where participants can build confidence, develop practical skills, and prepare for success in the workplace. Workshops are tailored to meet individual needs and help participants overcome barriers to employment.
Managing Stress in the Workplace Workshop Registration
This free workshop will provide practical strategies for recognizing, managing, and reducing stress in the workplace.
Format: In-Person
Capacity: Maximum 8 participants
Location: Causeway Work Centre - 22 O'Meara St, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4N6
Date: Wednesday, July 29th
Time: 10:00am
Spaces are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. We will contact you to confirm your registration.
Please register here
Become a Client
Ready to begin your journey with Causeway? Reach out to our intake team by email and one of our workers will get back to you.
Send your email to
intake@causewayworkcentre.orgPlease include the following in your email:
- Your full name
- Your date of birth
- Your contact information (phone and/or email)
- A brief description of your current situation and employment goals
- Any relevant barriers or challenges you'd like support with
To get started, email us at intake@causewayworkcentre.org and one of our intake workers will be in touch.