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It's insane to me to see everyone in this sub seemingly desperate to find work, when in reality, you can't walk around Ottawa without tripping over a company desperately trying to hire people. Here are a few contacts. Send resume, start Monday... I'm sure more people can add to this list as well

Greenworks Landscaping

careers@greenworkscontracting.ca

Urban life solutions

613-749-1749

Lindsay Landscape

613-293-8246

Excel Contracting

613-831-3935

Jason's Landscaping

613-229-9977

These were off the top of my head, it's not hard people... Just go out and do it.

Just thought I would make a post about this, I went on Thursday May 14th and got an interview, it went well but I got told the typical "look out for an email or a phone call" and it has been absolute radio silence on my end. I already had a feeling that the competition would be tight and that they would be SWARMED with applicants given that the job fair was from May 14th to the 17th... Oh well at least I tried

Hey guys! I've been looking for jobs I could do over the summer to earn some money, but I've hit a dead end. I've been scouring Indeed for weeks and just applying to any job I come across. I've looked through jobs at summer camps, Tim Hortons, Circle-K, and even receptionist jobs, but I haven't heard back. If anyone has any suggestions or tips, PLEASE let me know!!! Also, any hacks abt improving resumes are appreciated! ❤️

Hi everyone,

I’m currently based in Ottawa (near Orléans) and actively looking for job opportunities in any field. I’m open to full-time, part-time, contract, or entry-level roles—anything where I can contribute and learn.

I’m flexible and willing to work in different areas such as:

• Administration / office support
• Customer service / retail
• Data entry or remote work
• Any other opportunities that may be available

I’m reliable, hardworking, and quick to learn new skills. I’m also open to training if required. At this stage, my main goal is to find stable work and build experience.

If anyone knows of openings, hiring managers, or even smaller opportunities that aren’t widely advertised, I would really appreciate your help or guidance. Even advice on where to apply locally would mean a lot.

For those of you who for some reason, are indoors today (I'm heading out as soon as I post this), here's this week's job fairs. It is a very light week. For anyone considering the trades, check out the YMCA Power of Trades info session. While it's not an actual job/career fair, we share them given their strong employment focus. (here's more on the actual program). You can find direct links to these and more on our Career event page or just google the title.

DATE	EVENT	LOCATION
May 20, 2026	Best Buy Nepean	Ottawa
May 20, 2026	Lowertown Brewery Hiring Event	Ottawa
May 22, 2026	YMCA Power of Trades Info Session	Ottawa
May 23, 2026	Scotlynn Driver Job Fair	Cornwall
May 25, 2026	YMCA Virtual Career Exploration with RBC	Virtual

I'm 18, in university (psych) and have never had a job. I have experience in customer service with volunteering and I'm going to start volunteering in an office environment soon to try and get some more experience. I'm also thinking of maybe applying to volunteering with CCI, because I know someone that works in immigration and that may help in the future? I don't have many people I can ask to help get a job since a) their job is specialized or b) in a very different field like STEM. I'm going to try asking my friends for help, but until then any suggestions?

I'm open to anything rn. I have applied to retail, food, summer camps and supermarkets near me, but nothing. I have resumes tailored to certain industries and apply with those. I've sent almost 30-50 applications (which is not a lot in current times).

Good luck to everyone else that is searching for a job right now. Hopefully the market gets better. 🙏

Hi, I am a 24 F, just did my masters in Economics and am actively looking for a job. I want to get into banking sector, I applied to multiple entry level positions in all banks but no luck. I am very stressed out, I can't stay jobless for too long. I am trying to connect with people on LinkedIn, but of no use. I want a job related to my field. I have one year customer service experience in Home Depot and have worked as an office administrator in a Credit Union Firm for 4 months. But I had to quit my job to move to Ottawa. Please help me with the job hunt guys.

Ubizz is looking for student freelancers.

You must be currently enrolled in full/part time post-secondary education or a recent graduate (within the last 18 months)

We work primarily with North American and UK companies and therefore local students are preferred.

English proficiency is required.

Please note: applications are subject to a vetting process so don't apply unless you meet the criteria.

Hi everyone,

I recently completed my Cyber Security Analysis program in Canada and I am currently looking for entry-level cybersecurity opportunities.

I do not have professional cybersecurity work experience yet, but I have been building hands-on projects to improve my practical skills. My current focus is on areas like vulnerability assessment, penetration testing labs, SIEM detection, incident response, and digital forensics.

Some of the projects I have worked on include:

• Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing in a local lab
• Splunk SIEM detection lab with Windows logs and attack simulations
• Digital forensics and incident investigation coursework
• Basic web and network security practice using tools like Nmap, Nessus, Wireshark, Burp Suite, Metasploit, and Splunk

I am applying for entry-level roles such as SOC Analyst, Cybersecurity Analyst, Junior Penetration Tester, Vulnerability Analyst, and IT Security roles.

I would really appreciate advice from people already working in the field:

What should I focus on most to improve my chances of getting interviews?

Are there any specific skills, projects, certifications, or resume improvements that helped you get your first cybersecurity job?

Also, is it realistic to aim for junior penetration testing roles at this stage, or should I first target SOC or general security analyst roles to build experience?

Any honest feedback or guidance would be appreciated.

Got a swim instructor/lifeguard job!! Not with the city but with one of the private companies! Literally so happy I’ve been applying since I turned 15 in october and now I’m finally employed 🥹

I'm a 35 year old man with an IT background, but the job market for my field is absolutely horrendous. Not sure if or when it will ever change.

I'm interested in switching over to security and building a career. I know the pay is lower, but the stress is also lower.

Any tips for someone like me? Should I take the security guard course and CPR first, or should I try to find a job where they'll train me for free?

I moved recently to Ottawa.

I’m trying to decide if a job switch makes sense financially and practically.
Right now I work as a Shift Manager at McDonald’s in downtown Ottawa earning $18.90/hr. It’s literally a 2-minute walk from my place, so I don’t spend anything on transport. The job is stable, but I’ve found the environment a bit toxic lately, which is why I started applying elsewhere.
I recently got an offer from Dairy Queen in Kanata as a Shift Supervisor at $21.50/hr. Initially I interviewed for Assistant Store Manager, and they liked me, but they want me to start as Shift Supervisor first (with a higher-than-usual pay for that role, apparently).
Here’s my concern:
I’d need a bus pass (~$140/month)
Commute to Kanata from downtown
I currently don’t pay any transport costs
I might eventually move closer, but right now I’m on a month-to-month lease downtown
So I’m trying to figure out:
Is the pay bump (from $18.90 → $21.50/hr) actually worth it after transport costs and commute time?
Or is it smarter to stay in a walkable job even if the environment isn’t great?
Would appreciate honest opinions from locals in Ottawa or anyone who’s made a similar switch.

Edit 1: I sincerely want to thank you all for all these inputs. I decided to drop the Dairy Queen plan and continue with McDonald’s. I also asked for a meeting with my supervisor to put this in front of him and negotiate some deals so that I could stay. Because, my supervisor reached out to me knowing (he got to know since I applied for other McDonald’s too and they called him 😅) that I’m applying elsewhere are is trying to fix stuff for me to retain me here. So, I’m gonna have a discussion with him again and negotiate my issues and come to an agreement. Thanks again.

I was recruited through an Indeed job posting by a company called Responsible Choice for an event staffing role in Ottawa on May 27–28, 2026. After applying, I noticed several red flags:

Their website appears entirely AI-generated with no verifiable history despite claiming 20+ years in business

The location images on their website appear AI generated or photoshopped

Their Indeed headquarters address is listed as an auto repair shop

The job description is inconsistent (outdoor shuttle/valet role for what they described as an indoor government/military technology event)

The recruiter communicated through text, then switched to indeed when I asked for the listing name and switched back to text

My face webcam was recording during a personality assessment in the online application without explanation

In-person training is scheduled before the event, close to the ottawa airport

Payment is delayed 3 weeks after the event

im making this post to warn about a potential human trafficking attempt

Not affiliated. Just sharing.

Planned Parenthood Ottawa is hiring!

We’re currently seeking a full-time Bilingual (English/French) Program Coordinator to support PPO’s sexual and reproductive health programs, including our Options Program and Education Program.

This role involves:
• Front-line client support
• Volunteer coordination
• Community outreach & partnerships
• Sexual health education
• Program support and administration

We’re looking for someone who is:
• Passionate about reproductive justice and community care
• Comfortable working in client-facing environments
• Experienced working alongside marginalized communities
• Fluent in both English and French

📍 Ottawa (in person)
💵 $25/hour
📅 Applications close May 25, 2026

For those who landed administrative roles out in Ottawa whether that’s in public sectors like government/non-profit or private sectors. What are some helpful tips you may have for someone who is trying to relocate there.

I have worked a busy non-profit previously and I’m now working for a municipal govt specifically Provincial Offences Court services with high-volume court administration experience.

I feel like I have all the right experience but maybe I am not going about it the right way. Maybe something I am doing so not working for Ottawa specifically, so if anybody out there in the administration field can give me some advice I’d really appreciate it.

Also my partner is in Canadian Armed Forces and is being stationed there. Hence why looking to relocate to Ottawa otherwise my govt job I have out here in Toronto is amazing.

90 Elgin St.
May 12th from 2pm to 7pm.

Nando's is hiring for Front of House and Back of House staff. We are looking for individuals with great energy who thrive on teamwork.

We are seeking Cashiers, Food Runners, Hosts, Expeditors, Grillers, and Prep Cooks.

I would like to know if it is easy to get permanent after a contract