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Welcome Dave |
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to Dave Lovelock as he assumes the role of SfC's Manager of Resource
and Business Development.As a past SfC Board Member and volunteer, Dave has been active as co-Chair and emcee of our New Pioneer Awards, various fund-raising committees and as a career facilitator to many of our clients. As past Manager, Career Services at The Centre for Education and Training (Mississauga), he was responsible for multiple employment readiness programs for IEP's including Breaking Barriers, Bridges to Employment (funded by TSS), Job Finding Clubs in Mississauga/Brampton (funded by Service Canada) and the Options Program for internationally trained engineering technologists (funded by MTCU). Dave brings his strengths in the areas of promotion, business development, and project management. |
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All workshops are held at Skills for
Change Employment Resource Centre 791 St. Clair Ave. West (west of
Christie St.) www.derc.ca
erc@skillsforchange.org
Seats are limited Pre-register early by calling: (416) 658-3101 ext.225 HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS with guest speaker Ray Brooks Tuesday, June 6, 2006 at 1:30 pm, rm 211 Call 416-658-3101 ext 225 to Reserve a Seat This is a practical, hands-on session with time for questions, discussions and problem solving. It will be provided by Ray Brooks, an Accountant who emigrated to Canada and started his own business. Learn how to. register a Business Name, Incorporate Provincially or Federally, Register for a Master Business License and Write a Business Plan and apply for a Business Bank Loan A CAREER IN THE RETAIL INDUSTRY with guest speakers Ilaria Varoli & Evelyn Page Wednesday, June 7, 2006 at 1:30 pm, rm 211 Call 416-658-3101 ext 225 to Reserve a Seat The following topics will be discussed: Jobs in the Retail Industry, What are Retail Employers looking for in sales people?, Resume tips and How to turn an entry level position into a career INFORMATION SESSION: A CAREER AS A FIREFIGHTER WITH TORONTO FIRE SERVICES Tuesday, June 13, 2006 at 1 pm, Rm 211 Reserve a Seat 416-658-3101 ext 225 Occupations: Probationary Firefighter - Operations Command; Call Taker/Dispatcher - Communications Division; Fire Prevention Inspector – Fire Prevention Division THINKING OF STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS: LEARN TO DEVELOP A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS PLAN Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at 1:30 pm Rm 211 Call 416-658-3101 ext 225 to Reserve a Seat The decision to start a business involves an investment of time and money. Guest Speaker Wenda Abel, professional small business consultant at Toronto Business Development Centre will share her expertise in writing an effective business plan. Ms. Abel will review the key elements and necessary steps in the creation of a business plan, something every new business should prepare. Useful insights and tips for each section of your plan will be provided. You will leave with a framework for preparing a comprehensive, properly formatted business plan that will help achieve your business goals. WHAT CAN THE YMCA DO FOR YOU? Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at 1:30 pm Rm 211 Call 416-658-3101 ext 225 to Reserve a Seat If you are looking to get back to work or access training come out on Tuesday, June 20th at 1:30pm to find out more about the YMCA's employment programs. Learn more about: Federal Public Sector Youth Internship Program, Basic Culinary Skills Development Program, Enhanced Language Training, Targeted Wage Subsidy and Ontario Works Employment Placement Program A Representative will be speaking and able to answer any questions you may have and get you connected! HOW TO PRESS PLAY WHEN YOU’RE STUCK ON PAUSE – RE-IGNITE PASSION IN YOUR CAREER! with guest speaker Emmanuel Lopez, Motivator-Illustrator-Fun-Raiser, Crackers World Communications Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at 1:30 pm Seating is limited to 20 participants, Reserve a Seat 416-658-3101 ext 225 Unexpected obstacles can drain a person of their self-esteem and self-confidence. This informative program will help participants inject enthusiasm back into their career and life. Inspirational stories will be shared as well as tools to achieve a positive attitude and visualize the future you want. Participants will learn how to re-energize themselves and magnetize the steps and connections to get unstuck in their life or career goals. Looking for work through a Temporary Agency? Know Your Rights! Tuesday, June 27, 2006 at 1:30 pm Rm 211 Reserve a Seat: 416-658-3101 ext 225 Come to this workshop to get information and strategies on how to protect your rights at work! Learn how to choose a temp agency, and what to expect when dealing with an agency. |
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SfC is Hiring |
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Bilingual Intake
Consultant - Teach in Ontario |
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Employment Resource Centre |
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The Skills for Change Employment
Resource Centre (previously known as the DUFFERIN MALL EMPLOYMENT
RESOURCE CENTRE) is operating temporarily out of Skills for Change. Please sign up for our newsletter at www.derc.ca, so that we can let you know when we have found a new permanent location. We hope to see you at 791 St. Clair West, where we will continue to offer our amazing services including: * Resume Critiques * Job Search Related Workshops * Guest Speaker Events * Hi-speed Internet Access * Friendly and knowledgeable staff support * Access to your computer accounts * Photocopying Services (applicable fees) * Fax Services * Telephone Services |
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TechSkills |
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TechSkills specializes in hands-on, instructor-led training in the latest
software applications. We offer instructors with years of real-world
expertise in a fun informal setting, teaching everything from basic web
site development to more advanced accounting and database design. |
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Programs and Services Directory |
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 Toronto, Ontario, Canada M6C 1B8 A United Way member agency Skills for Change is a registered non-profit organization Charitable registration #121471858RR0001 |
