Category Archives: Newcomer Resource

The Newcomer Resource is an e-newsletter from The Centre for Skills Development & Training for newcomers, service providers and other organizations. We hope this newsletter will keep you up-to-date on services and programs for newcomers in Halton Region, and news from The Centre.

The Newcomer Resource: February 2012 Edition

Welcome to the February 2012 edition of the Newcomer Resource, an e-newsletter from The Centre for Skills Development & Training for newcomers, service providers and other organizations. We hope this newsletter will keep you up-to-date on services and programs for … Continue reading

Posted in Newcomer Resource | Leave a comment

Greetings from the Chief Administrative Officer

Do you have a plan to find a job in 2012? How is it going? Some newcomers might find it difficult to keep their job-search going when February comes around. There are many things you can do to keep yourself … Continue reading

Posted in Newcomer Resource | Leave a comment

LABOUR MARKET ACCESS FOR NEWCOMERS – How Twitter can support your job search

Among all the helpful online resources for your job search, don’t forget about twitter. Twitter is a popular social-media tool that allows users to create an online profile and send out short postings (called tweets) on any subject, which are … Continue reading

Posted in Newcomer Resource | Leave a comment

LABOUR MARKET ACCESS FOR NEWCOMERS – Top 5 résumé tips for newcomers

In Canada, a good résumé is one of the most important documents you will ever create. Having a clear, well written résumé is essential when you are applying for jobs. It’s easy to spend a long time creating a really … Continue reading

Posted in Newcomer Resource | Leave a comment

Settlement assistance available for newcomers in Aldershot

One of The Centre’s Settlement Information Specialists will now be available to meet with clients in Aldershot once a week at the Aldershot Hub. The Aldershot Hub is located at Holy Rosary School on 261 Plains Road East, Burlington. Starting … Continue reading

Posted in Newcomer Resource | Leave a comment

Ask the Expert – How can I get my foreign skilled trades experience recognized?

The first thing you need to do is contact your local apprenticeship office to meet with a training consultant. They will ask you to bring documents that show your training and experience in the trade. The documents should include things … Continue reading

Posted in Newcomer Resource | Leave a comment

The Newcomer Resource – December 2011 Edition

Welcome to the December 2011 edition of the Newcomer Resource, an e-newsletter from The Centre for Skills Development & Training for newcomers, service providers and other organizations. We hope this newsletter will keep you up-to-date on services and programs for … Continue reading

Posted in Newcomer Resource | Leave a comment

Greetings from the Chief Administrative Officer – December 2011

The holiday season is almost upon us, and that means you’ll be spending time with family and friends, attending work or association events, and interacting with people during shopping trips. This time of year generally means getting to talk to … Continue reading

Posted in Newcomer Resource | Leave a comment

Conversation Circles: another way to help improve your English – December 2011

For newcomers looking to settle in Ontario, learning English is one of the most important things you can do. The best way to learn a new language is to use it. English as a Second Language (ESL) or Language Instruction … Continue reading

Posted in Newcomer Resource | Leave a comment

Family activities in December – December 2011

Don’t let the long nights and cold weather fool you—winter is a great time of year to get out and enjoy activities with your family and friends. The month of December is especially full of events and activities to participate … Continue reading

Posted in Newcomer Resource | Leave a comment