Job Gym

06/04/2026

Do you have lived experience with incarceration/probation and want to help others in the community?

We’re looking for peer mentors to support a new program called Path Forward.

If you think you might be a good fit, please reach out to Sam at 905-682-2657 ext. 229 or [email protected]

The Job Gym has been successfully connecting Job Seekers and Employers in Niagara for over 25 years.

06/03/2026

During Pride Month, we recognize and celebrate the members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community we serve, work alongside, and support. We acknowledge the barriers and discrimination many continue to face and reaffirm our commitment to equity, inclusion, and creating safe spaces where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We celebrate diversity and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. Happy Pride Month!

06/01/2026

Please be advised that Construction will take place at the John Howard Society of Niagara offices at 210 King St., St. Catharines this week on Tuesday and Wednesday June 2nd and 3rd.

During that time our front door will not be accessible and clients will be asked to use the parking lot door and buzz for service. Thank You.

Join our Board of Directors and help shape safer, more compassionate communities in Niagara. The John Howard Society of Niagara is seeking three volunteer board members committed to social justice and positive change.

05/20/2026

Exciting News in Fort Erie!

Job Gym is now in community locations!
We are providing Employment Services across Greater Fort Erie with our Community Locations Program.
Our friendly, professional Job Gym Team will be available to assist you with your employment and job seeking needs.
Job Gym will be at the following locations:

MONDAY
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (excluding statutory holidays)
Crystal Ridge Branch Fort Erie Public Library 89 Ridge Rd. S, Ridgeway

TUESDAY
9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Centennial Branch Fort Erie Public Library 136 Gilmore Rd. Fort Erie

WEDNESDAY
8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Fort Cares and Strong Fort Erie Neighbourhoods
St. Michael’s Hall 310 Central Eve. Fort Erie
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Crystal Ridge Branch Fort Erie Public Library 89 Ridge Rd. S, Ridgeway

THURSDAY
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Ontario Works 1264
Garrison Rd. Unit 12
Fort Erie

Visit www.jobgym.com for more information.

This Employment Ontario service is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario. The Fort Erie Job Gym office is currently relocating. We remain committed to serving the community and are working toward a

05/12/2026

Our Welland office is currently experiencing a phone outage. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your patience!

Hours: Mondays: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm, Tuesday - Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm Toll-Free: 1-888-889-8478 Welland Job Gym: Email us! 225 East Main Street Welland, Ontario, L3B 3W7 (MAP) Phone: (905) 732-7655 Fax: (905) 732-2912 Fort Erie Job Gym: Email us! 469 Central Ave. Fort Erie, Ontario, L2A 3T8 (MAP) Pho...

05/06/2026

The John Howard Society of Niagara is proud to be part of Charitable Gaming. Funds raised at Delta Niagara Falls help support our programs and make a difference in our community.


Charitable Gaming. Community Good.

05/05/2026

Exciting News in Fort Erie!
Job Gym is now in community locations!
We are providing Employment Services across Greater Fort Erie with our Community Locations Program.
Our friendly, professional Job Gym Team will be available to assist you with your employment and job seeking needs.
Job Gym will be at the following locations:

MONDAY
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (excluding statutory holidays)
Crystal Ridge Branch Fort Erie Public Library 89 Ridge Rd. S, Ridgeway

TUESDAY
9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Centennial Branch Fort Erie Public Library 136 Gilmore Rd. Fort Erie

WEDNESDAY
8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Fort Cares and Strong Fort Erie Neighbourhoods
St. Michael’s Hall 310 Central Eve. Fort Erie

9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Crystal Ridge Branch Fort Erie Public Library 89 Ridge Rd. S, Ridgeway

THURSDAY
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Ontario Works 1264
Garrison Rd. Unit 12
Fort Erie

Visit www.jobgym.com for more information.

This Employment Ontario service is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario. The Fort Erie Job Gym office is currently relocating. We remain committed to serving the community and are working toward a

04/22/2026

Exciting News in Fort Erie!

Job Gym is now in community locations!

We are providing Employment Services across Greater Fort Erie with our Community Locations Program.

Our friendly, professional Job Gym Team will be available to assist you with your employment and job seeking needs.

Job Gym will be at the following locations:

MONDAY
9:30 AM to 3:00 PM (excluding statutory holidays, starting May 4th)
Crystal Ridge Branch Fort Erie Public Library 89 Ridge Rd. South, Ridgeway

TUESDAY
9:30am to 3:00pm
Fort Erie Library - Centennial Branch
136 Gilmore Rd. Fort Erie

WEDNESDAY
9:00am to 1:00pm
Fort Cares and Strong Fort Erie Neighbourhoods
St. Michael’s Hall, 310 Central Ave, Fort Erie

and
Crystal Ridge Branch Fort Erie Public Library 89 Ridge Rd. South, Ridgeway

THURSDAY
9:30am to 3:00pm
Ontario Works
1264 Garrison Rd. Unit 12, Fort Erie

Visit www.jobgym.com for more information.

This Employment Ontario service is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario. The Fort Erie Job Gym office is currently relocating. We remain committed to serving the community and are working toward a

04/14/2026

Job Gym is coming to you! We are providing Employment Services across Greater Fort Erie with our Community Locations Program.

Our friendly, professional Job Gym Team will be available to assist you with your employment and job seeking needs.

Job Gym will be at the following locations this month:

Tuesdays April 14, 21 & 28 - 9:30am to 4:30pm
Fort Erie Library - Centennial Branch
136 Gilmore Rd. Fort Erie

Wednesdays April 15, 22 & 29 - 8:30am to 12:30pm
Fort Cares and Strong Fort Erie Neighbourhoods
St. Michael’s Hall
310 Central Ave, Fort Erie

Thursdays April 16, 23 & 30 - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Ontario Works
1264 Garrison Rd. Unit 12, Fort Erie

Visit www.jobgym.com for more information.

03/14/2026

Thank you for the incredible support, Fort Erie. It’s exactly because of this community that we’re not leaving!

We’re working toward finding a new permanent home in Fort Erie, and are also exploring a location in the Ridgeway and Crystal Beach area to better serve the community. During this transition, please know we’re still here and committed to Fort Erie.