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April 2021
Mini Virtual Hiring Session – Food and Beverage
Looking for work? Sign up for this Zoom session with recruiters from The Bayside Oceanfront Resort Restaurant, Boston Pizza, Morning Star Grill and Old Country Market (Cuckoo Trattoria & Pizzeria, La Taqueria Mexican Cantina, The Market Restaurant) who are all looking to hire. During this session employers will present information about their restaurant and what positions they have available. As a participant you will then have the opportunity to introduce yourself if you wish, and ask any questions you might…
Find out more »Using Social Media for Job Search
Receive an introduction to popular tools that increase your networking opportunities and exposure to enhance your job search. Learn about: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, blogs and more.
Find out more »Branding “YOU”
Learn how you can create your own employment opportunities or find existing ones faster by actively networking and marketing your unique set of skills. Here’s what one workshop participant had to say… “Excellent! Great facilitator and guest speaker.”
Find out more »Mini Virtual Hiring Session – CENSUS 2021 – Statistics Canada
Looking for work? Sign up for this virtual session with recruiters from Census 2021 – Statistics Canada who are looking to hire for numerous positions. During this information session recruiters will present information about the census and positions available to job seekers. As a participant you will then have the opportunity to introduce yourself and ask any questions you might have. This is an excellent opportunity to meet in a casual setting and learn more about what they have to…
Find out more »Resumes and Cover Letters Part 1
Learn how to create and organize a resume and cover letter so employers can understand your skills and qualifications. By the end of the session participants will be able to: Identify the characteristics of a good resume / Identify the benefits and drawbacks of the 3 types of resumes / Identify the standard elements found in a resume / Write effective accomplishment statements / Identify cover letter uses, styles and formats / Identify employers stated and unstated needs from job ads / Identify the components of…
Find out more »Mini Virtual Hiring Session – Food and Beverage
Looking for work? Sign up for this Zoom session with recruiters from Shore Restaurant and Tim Hortons who are looking to hire. During this session employers will present information about their restaurant and what positions they have available. As a participant you will then have the opportunity to introduce yourself if you wish, and ask any questions you might have. This is an excellent opportunity to meet with employers in a casual setting and learn more about what they have…
Find out more »Beyond the Postings – Finding Work in Oceanside
Eighty percent of jobs are not advertised. Learn the tools you need to successfully access this hidden job market. Gain an understanding of the local economy and find work faster. If in your job search you are looking only at posted jobs, i.e. classifieds and internet, you are missing 80% of the available positions. Not only that, you have a lot of competition as there will be many people applying for the same job as you! In this workshop you…
Find out more »Know Your Personality Dimensions®
Use Personality Dimensions® to identify your work interests, strengths and values. Gain a better understanding of yourself and others while exploring the occupations that best fit your personality and career goals. You must first meet with an Employment Consultant. Here’s what workshop participants had to say… ”Fun workshop!” “Insight into myself and others behaviours and interactions.” “Good information to take into every angle of life.” “Learned lots of things about myself and working with others.”
Find out more »Acing the Interview
Successful interviewing is essential to receive a job offer. This workshop contains tips and strategies for effective interviewing from preparation to follow up. We help you ‘Ace the Interview’ by: Putting you in the shoes of the employer – you decide who to hire Outlining how to effectively prepare for an interview Providing strategies for commonly asked questions in employment interviews Understanding how to answer behavioural questions using the STAR model Creating safe opportunities for practice and feedback Following this…
Find out more »Mini Virtual Hiring Session – Trades
Looking for work? Sign up for this Zoom session with Current Millwork & Cabinetry who is looking to hire. During this session Jason Howlett, the General Manager, will present information about his business and what positions he has available. As a participant you will then have the opportunity to introduce yourself if you wish, and ask any questions you might have. This is an excellent opportunity to meet with an employer in a casual setting and learn more about what…
Find out more »Resumes and Cover Letters Part 2
Apply your skills and knowledge from Resumes & Cover Letters: Part One. You will work alongside the Facilitator to create your resume and cover letter. Part One is a prerequisite. Basic typing skills required. Here's what workshop participants had to say... “Enjoyed continuing education.” “Very, very helpful.” “The instructor was very friendly and made me feel comfortable. I’m glad I attended.” “Unbelievable! I was treated like a “king” today. I finished my resume and the help I received was over…
Find out more »Career Planning: Part Two
Using proven career decision making techniques, you will clarify your personal and career objectives, ensuring you create a strong foundation to move forward with your career goals. Part Two (Pre-requisite attendance of Part One): You will use proven career decision making techniques to assist you in finding out what type of work is a match for you.
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