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Getting ready for a job interview? The way you present yourself and the body language you display during an interview can greatly affect your interview outcome. Learn about the messages you may be sending unintentionally and how you can make positive adjustments in time for your next interview.

What does it mean when we talk about diversity and inclusivity? Participants will learn why diversity and inclusion are important, how they are an essential part of every workplace, and how organizations work towards creating inclusive work environments for their employees.

Networking is more important than ever. Only 15% of jobs available are ever advertised. This means that the other 85% of jobs can only be found through networking, and LinkedIn has become essential to any Networker’s Tool-Kit. In this session, you will learn how to create a profile that will make you stand-out next to the competition.

Employers tend to hire you for what you know, what you are learning, and your people skills. In this workshop, you will learn how to identify your existing skills through a self-assessment activity. You will also learn how to describe your skills in a way that will help you stand out next to the competition.

Second Career is an Ontario Government program that helps you train for a new job. If you were laid off any time after January 1, 2005, you might be eligible to apply for Second Career. This session will provide step-by-step information about the eligibility and suitability criteria for Second Career and discuss the financial support that may be available and direction for the next steps in the process.

Are you in need of a resume overhaul and not sure where to begin? We are here to help. In this workshop, you will learn about the key parts of a resume, understand the different types of resumes and understand how to choose the best one for your job search needs. This is your first step to a Resume Renovation.

The hidden job market is jobs that aren’t advertised or posted online. Employers sometimes do not post jobs online for a number of reasons, e.g. they might be trying to save money on advertising, or they might prefer getting candidates through an internal referral. Find out how you can access the hidden job market by attending this webinar.

Do you know how to set goals for yourself? This workshop will take you through a process to develop your own structured goals to help you achieve your objectives and ultimately lead to your success.

Learn how to interview like a pro. In this workshop, you will identify the steps to help you prepare for your next interview and learn how to leave a positive impression on your potential employer. Ace your interview with strategies discussed in this workshop.

So tell me about yourself. What do you do? Your answer to this question is important. It could be an opportunity missed if you don’t know how to answer with confidence. This workshop will guide you through the process of building your pitch so the next time you hear this question you are ready to sell yourself!

Now that you have identified your key marketable skills you will want to showcase them to potential employers. In this workshop, you will learn what are accomplishment statements and how to build them. You will also have the opportunity to understand how accomplishment statements can help strengthen your resume and help set you apart from the other applicants. Learn how to effectively write an accomplishment statement that will impress an employer. (Skill level: 2)

Would you like to develop your customer service skills? This workshop will show you how to improve your customer support skills, manage customers successfully and resolve complaints by applying effective customer service strategies.

Communication is an essential soft skill in the workplace and almost every part of everyday life. In this workshop, we will discuss the importance of having good communication skills and how it enables an individual to create and maintain relationships, which are always important when working with other individuals over any length of time. You will learn how to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside the organization.

With Canadian household debt at a record high, Canadians need to take concrete actions to manage their debt better. Financial Wellness: Debt Solutions 101 provides critical information to assist you in managing and dealing with debt. You will learn about debt relief options and better understand your rights in dealing with debt.

Learn how to create opportunities for yourself through networking and direct approach techniques. In this workshop, you will learn how to be an enterprising job applicant who can take the initiative to generate job opportunities for yourself.

After taking this workshop, you will understand how you can make an impact with your resume. You will learn how to analyze a job posting and then extract the relevant information to make a STAND out resume that sells your best skills and accomplishments.

Do you know what attributes employers value? Build your understanding of what employers expect from their employees to retain their job. Learn how to improve your soft skills, identify your strengths, and increase your value to an employer.

Do you understand the importance of workplace culture and the expectations of employers in today’s workplace? If you are not familiar with workplace culture and/or wish to learn more about workplace culture in Canada, this workshop will provide you with information and tips to help you achieve employment success.

Employers tend to hire you for what you know, what you are learning, and your people skills. In this workshop, you will learn how to identify your existing skills through a self-assessment activity. You will also learn how to describe your skills in a way that will help you stand out next to the competition.

Second Career is an Ontario Government program that helps you train for a new job. If you were laid off any time after January 1, 2005, you might be eligible to apply for Second Career. This session will provide step-by-step information about the eligibility and suitability criteria for Second Career and discuss the financial support that may be available and direction for the next steps in the process.

Are you in need of a resume overhaul and not sure where to begin? We are here to help. In this workshop, you will learn about the key parts of a resume, understand the different types of resumes and understand how to choose the best one for your job search needs. This is your first step to a Resume Renovation.

Table talk is an opportunity to converse and ask employment experts, businesses, and community members questions. It is a great way to connect during this time of isolation – receive support, encouragement, and find out the best ways for you to move forward.

The hidden job market is jobs that aren’t advertised or posted online. Employers sometimes do not post jobs online for a number of reasons, e.g. they might be trying to save money on advertising, or they might prefer getting candidates through an internal referral. Find out how you can access the hidden job market by attending this webinar.

A cover letter is the first document an employer sees; it is the first impression you make to potential employers. Learn how to make it work for you with tips and strategies that will guide you through writing a well-crafted cover letter.

Learn how to interview like a pro. In this workshop, you will identify the steps to help you prepare for your next interview and learn how to leave a positive impression on your potential employer. Ace your interview with strategies discussed in this workshop.

Does the thought of attending a job fair seem overwhelming to you? This workshop will help you better prepare for your next job fair, whether in person or virtually. You will learn about how to prepare, what to prepare, and what to do during and after the job fair to ensure that you make the most of your experience.

Identify key strategies for making sure that your resume gets through the Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) and onto the desk of your future employer.

In this changing economy, we know that unemployment is a real challenge that many might be facing. While there may be uncertainty about what the future of hiring looks like, there is still an opportunity to refine your job search skills and to be prepared when employment opportunities come. Join us for this engaging workshop and learn the key job search strategies that will help you be successful during this time.

The Internet is flooded with work from home opportunities. One of the biggest challenges is finding a legitimate one. This workshop will provide you with tips on investigating a prospective opportunity safely, how to recognize a scam, and what you should do if you think you have been scammed.

Attend this Apprenticeship information session to explore potential opportunities in the trades, understand the apprenticeship process, learn about incentives/scholarships available and see if you qualify. This information session will explore the various types of apprenticeships offered, eligibility criteria, funding options, the application process and help you begin this process.

Sleep hygiene refers to the habits and behaviours people follow to prepare for and stay asleep. This 60-minute presentation will discuss why people may sleep well and identify different sleep hygiene methods to improve sleep quality. In this workshop, we will discuss the importance of sleep for mental and physical wellness and ways to establish healthy sleep hygiene. The webinar includes a take-home reflection piece and a brief meditation session at the end.

Join us for this informative workshop and learn ways to navigate through your individual change management. When faced with change, it is important to acknowledge and understand the need for change. Learn how to understand the situation and the change required.

Do you know your rights at work under the Ontario Employment Standards Act? In this workshop, we discuss minimum wage, break periods, hours of work, and overtime. We provide information and tools that will help you to understand your rights in the workplace.

This workshop will provide an introduction to Social Assistance including;

• Eligibility Criteria
• Financial Benefits
• Non – Financial benefits
• Health Benefits
• Employment Supports and Work-Related Benefits
• The appeals process for denial of Social Assistance