Upcoming Events, Workshops and Programs
- Calendars of Events for Employment Services
- Workshops and Information Sessions
- Always Available! Continuous Intake Programs
CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
Download a printable Calendar of Events for Employment Services workshops happening at any of these locations. If your computer cannot open PDFs, download the free Adobe Reader software.
| May 2013 | June 2013 |
WORKSHOPS AND INFORMATION SESSIONS
Looking for a workshop that will help you find the right job? Here’s what’s coming up this month. Sign up to reserve a spot.
May 27
Second Career Information Session #1 - Clarkson 9 - 10 30 am
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call to reserve a spot: 905-855-6933 x101
May 27
Second Career Information Session - Oakville 1 30 - 2 30 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to reserve.
May 29
IMPRESS Customer Service Certification - Milton 9 am - 12 pm
Employment in today’s workforce is largely service-based, and that requires exceptional customer service skills. Learn the techniques that the experts use and receive a Certificate. To register please call 905-693-8458 x101
May 29
Targeting your Resume - Oakville 1 - 4 pm
Make your resume stand out by targeting it, and using relevant accomplishment statements. Requirement: please bring your resume and 5-10 sample job postings related to your goal. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to book.
May 30
Accessing the Hidden Job Market - Oakville 9 am - 12 pm
Experts say only 20% of job openings are advertised. How do you access the rest? Learn how to create a Job Seeker Summary, effectively network, use the phone to find jobs, and other strategies. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to book an appointment.
May 30
Second Career #1 Information Session - Burlington 10 - 11 30 am
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to reserve a spot.
June 3
Second Career Information Session - Oakville 1 30 - 2 30 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to reserve.
June 5
Interviews that Impress - Burlington 9 am - 12 pm
Do you find Interviews challenging? Wonder how to answer questions and make a great impression? Attend this session to learn how to have an effective interview experience. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to book your appointment.
June 5
Secrets of Workopolis & Monster - Clarkson 10 am - 12 pm
An industry expert will share the secrets behind these powerful online job search websites and how to get your resume in front of the employer every time.6
June 5
Accessing the Hidden Job Market - Oakville 1 - 4 pm
Experts say only 20% of job openings are advertised. How do you access the rest? Learn how to create a Job Seeker Summary, effectively network, use the phone to find jobs, and other strategies. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to book an appointment.
June 7
Scott's Directory Coaching - Burlington 2 - 4 pm
Learn how to navigate through the Scott’s directory website to obtain the contact and other information for companies meeting your specifications. No registration necessary.
June 7
Social Media Coaching - Burlington 2 - 4 pm
If you want to use social media to enhance your job search, but are in need of some assistance, drop in between 2pm – 4pm on most Friday’s for some coaching or advice on using LinkedIn, Twitter and/or Facebook. No registration necessary.
June 10
Second Career Information Session #1 - Clarkson 1 - 2 30 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call to reserve a spot: 905-855-6933 x101
June 10
Second Career Information Session - Oakville 1 30 - 2 30 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to reserve.
June 11
Scott's Directory Tutorial - Oakville 9 30 - 10 30 am
Learn how to navigate through the Scott’s Directory website to obtain the contact and other information for companies meeting your specifications. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to reserve.
June 11
Second Career # 1 Information Session - Milton 1 - 2 30 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. To register, please call: 905-693-8458 x101
June 12
Interviews That Impress - Milton 9 am - 12 pm
Do you find Interviews challenging? Wonder how to answer questions and make a great impression? Attend this session to learn how to have an effective interview experience. To register, please call 905-693-8458 x101
June 12
Targeting your Resume - Oakville 1 - 4 pm
Make your resume stand out by targeting it, and using relevant accomplishment statements. Requirement: please bring your resume and 5-10 sample job postings related to your goal. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to book.
June 12
General Skilled Trades Information Session - Burlington 3 - 5 pm
Learn about The Centre’s Skilled Trades program in Electrical, Construction or Manufacturing by attending a free information session, call 905-333-3499 ext. 121 or 1-888-315-5521 ext. 121, or email trades@thecentre.on.ca. For a brief description visit http://thecentre.on.ca/skilledtrades
June 13
Personality Dimensions - Burlington 9 am - 3 pm
Do you want to learn more about career options that fit with your personal work values? Do you want to learn more about yourself and how to improve relationships with others? Come to this fun and interactive Personality Dimensions Workshop to better understand your personality type, your preferences, your strengths and how you prefer to communicate. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to register.
June 13
Employment Services at the Milton Public Library - Milton 10 am - 12 pm
An Employment Advisor will be on site at the library to provide job search related assistance. Please call to make an appointment. Please call 905-693-8458 ext 101 to register.
June 13
Accessing the Hidden Job Market - Clarkson 1 - 4 pm
Experts say only 20% of job openings are advertised. How do you access the rest? Learn how to create a Job Seeker Summary, effectively network, use the phone to find jobs, and other strategies. Call to reserve a spot: 905-855-6933 x101.
June 17
Social Media and Your Job Search - Burlington 9 am - 12 pm
Learn the basics of LinkedIn and Twitter in this introduction to social media workshop. In this interactive session you will set up your own account and discover how to use social media to enhance your job search. If you have existing LinkedIn and Twitter accounts, please have your username and passwords on hand. Registration is required. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to book.
June 17
Second Career Information Session - Oakville 1 30 - 2 30 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to reserve.
June 18
Interviews that Impress at the Milton Public Library - Milton 10 am - 1 pm
Do you find Interviews challenging? Wonder how to answer questions and make a great impression? Attend this session at the Milton Public Library to learn how to have an effective interview experience.
June 19
Accessing the Hidden Job Market - Milton 9 am - 12 pm
Experts say only 20% of job openings are advertised. How do you access the rest? Learn how to create a Job Seeker Summary, effectively network, use the phone to find jobs, and other strategies. To register, please call 905-693-8458 x101
June 19
Interviews That Impress - Clarkson 9 am - 12 pm
Do you find Interviews challenging? Wonder how to answer questions and make a great impression? Attend this session to learn how to have an effective interview experience. Call to reserve a spot: 905-855-6933 x101.
June 19
Accessing the Hidden Job Market Workshop at the Milton Public Library - Milton 9 am - 12 pm
Experts say only 20% of job openings are advertised. How do you access the rest? Learn how to create a Job Seeker Summary, effectively network, use the phone to find jobs, and other strategies, at the Milton Public Library. Please call to book a space at 905-693-8458 x101
June 20
Accessing the Hidden Job Market - Burlington 9 am - 12 pm
Create a plan for an effective job search. Learn how to create a Job Seeker Summary, effectively network, use the phone to find jobs, and other strategies. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to book.
June 21
Social Media Coaching - Burlington 2 - 4 pm
If you want to use social media to enhance your job search, but are in need of some assistance, drop in between 2pm – 4pm on most Friday’s for some coaching or advice on using LinkedIn, Twitter and/or Facebook. No registration necessary.
June 21
Scott's Directory Coaching - Burlington 2 - 4 pm
Learn how to navigate through the Scott’s directory website to obtain the contact and other information for companies meeting your specifications. No registration necessary.
June 24
Second Career Information Session - Oakville 1 30 - 2 30 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to reserve.
ALWAYS AVAILABLE!
Continuous Intake Programs
Doorways: Essential Skills for the Workplace
Need to improve your reading, writing or math skills? Free upgrading is available! Prepare for employment, the trades, the GED, the mature students’ test, or further training and education. Daytime or evening classes are available. Free academic assessment service also provided. For more information or to set up an appointment please call 905-333-3499 x 132 or email doorways@thecentre.on.ca.
English Language Classes
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada and English as a Second Language classes.
Day or evening classes offered in Burlington, Georgetown, Milton and Oakville.
For more information please call : 905-693-8103, ext. 201.
Job Search Skills Training for Newcomers
• 12-week full-time and part-time courses AND 4-week basic job search courses
Learn about Canadian workplace culture, improve your business English, make a resume and cover letter, learn job search tips, prepare for interviews and more. Receive one-on-one help with career goals and job search strategies to find a job in your field or a non-paid placement so you can gain valuable Canadian experi
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