28 July 2025

Exploring Jobs That Fit Your Life

Not sure what kind of job you want — or what’s realistic for you? Don’t worry. Jobs First Durham (JFD) has two tools that can help you explore your options: the Career Library and the Skills Demand Report. These tools help you plan for jobs that make sense for you.

What is the Career Library?

The Career Library lets you look up any job and learn what it’s really like. You’ll see:

  • What you’d do on the job
  • How much it pays in Durham
  • What skills or training you need
  • Where you can get that training
  • Other jobs that are similar

You can search for jobs like:

  • Cleaner
  • Cook
  • Warehouse worker
  • Child care assistant
  • Receptionist

What is the Skills Demand Report?

This tool shows what employers are looking for right now. It uses real job postings from the Durham Region. It can help you:

  • See what skills are “in demand” right now
  • Know what to add to your resume
  • Choose what training to focus on

Why These Tools Help You

If you don’t know what kind of job to apply for — or how to get it — these tools will guide you.

  • Helps you make a plan
  • Shows jobs that fit your life and experience
  • Gives you confidence before you apply
  • Easy to understand, even on your phone

 

Visit the Lakeview Hub every Wednesday from 10am to 3pm, and we can explore careers and help you understand what employers want. Together, we’ll help you figure out your next step.

 

About the Hub

The Hub’s mission is to empower the Lakeview community by providing local, essential services that cultivate personal and collective growth. Our focus is on real solutions for real people, addressing their practical needs and nurturing their social and emotional well-being.

The Hub is about more than finding jobs—it’s about helping people thrive in all aspects of their lives. By providing employment support that helps individuals holistically connect with the labour market, we aim to meet people where they are, understand their challenges and work with them to build a stronger, more connected community.

At its heart, the Hub ensures that everyone in the Lakeview community can grow, succeed, and take pride in who they are. Lakeview Hub envisions a thriving community where individuals are empowered to reach their full potential. We see a future where everyone has access to the support, resources, and opportunities they need to succeed—where connections are strengthened, challenges are met with resilience, and every person feels valued, respected, and proud to be part of something bigger. Together, we’re building a stronger, more vibrant Lakeview, where hope and possibility are within everyone’s reach.

Lakeview Hub - Empowering the community together.

 

 

The Lakeview Hub

Contact us

( 289) 634 - 4422

Harman Park Clubhouse

799 Douglas St., Oshawa