Durham Employment and Newcomer Centre

The Durham Employment and Newcomer Centre (DENC) is a non-profit organization established in 1983 with locations in Oshawa and Pickering. DENC is dedicated to assisting unemployed or underemployed individuals to meet their employment goals, and assisting employers in meeting their hiring and training needs. Renowned for the high level of client success and outstanding customer service, DENC has a high success rate in assisting job seekers and employers. The Durham Employment and Newcomer Centre embraces, supports, and continually strives to reflect the rich diversity of our community. We are committed to demonstrating leadership in an inclusive workforce that creates a welcoming, safe space for our clients, where professional working relationships are built on respect. We understand the importance of and Canada’s reliance on newcomers to grow our economy. Our programs and services include those that facilitate newcomers’ successful settlement into our communities.