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
This Employment Ontario program is funded by the Ontario government.
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.
February 2012 Calendars (PDF)
WORKSHOPS AND INFORMATION SESSIONS
Looking for a workshop that will help you find the right job? Here’s what’s coming up this month. Space is limited for these events and times/dates may change. Call to reserve a spot.
February 23
Targeting Your Resume – Burlington 9 am-12 pm
Make your resume stand out by targeting it, and using relevant accomplishment statements. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to book.
February 23
Interviews That Impress – Burlington 1-4 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.
February 23
Work & Your Interests: Making the Connection – Clarkson 9-11:30 am
Trying to find a career you will love? This session helps you explore your values and interests in a way that you can apply to career decision making. Call to reserve a spot: 905-855-6933 x101.
February 23
Social Networking & Your Job Search – Oakville1:30-3:30 pm
Introduction to social networking including LinkedIn and Twitter and how it can improve networking, job search and career success.Call to reserve a spot: 905-845-1157 x121.
February 23
Second Career Information Session – Milton 1:30-3 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call 905-693-8458 x101 to book.
February 23
Scott’s Directory – Georgetown 11 am-12 pm
Learn how to navigate through the Scott’s Directory website to obtain the contact and other information for companies meeting your specifications. To register call 905-702-7311 x109.
February 27
Second Career Information Session – Georgetown 10-11 am
Learn how to navigate through the Scott’s Directory website to obtain the contact and other information for companies meeting your specifications. To register call 905-702-7311 x109.
February 27
IMPRESS Customer Service – Oakville 12:30-3:30 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. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to book.
February 28
Mock Interviews – Burlington 1-4 pm (One hour session)
Reserve your one-to-one appointment with an Employment Advisor and receive valuable feedback on your interview skills. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to book your appointment.
February 28
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. Call 905-693-8458 x101 to book.
February 28
Managing on a Budget – Oakville 10 am-12 pm
What you need to know about managing on a limited budget.
February 28
Accessing the Hidden Job Market – Georgetown 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: 905-702-7311 x109.
February 29
IMPRESS Customer Service – Georgetown 1-4 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. Call to reserve a spot: 905-702-7311 x109.
February 29
Making Work–Work for You – Milton 1:30-4 pm
We all know that a positive attitude is a must for an employer, but what do they see as a good attitude? What happens when conflict at work happens? Learn how to deal with difficult situations at work and how to stand out.Call 905-693-8458 x101 to reserve a spot.
February 29
Second Career Information Session – Oakville 1:30-2:30 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call to reserve a spot: 905-845-1157 x121.
February 29
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.
March 1
Second Career #2 Info. Session – Burlington 2-3:30 pm
Detailing steps in the application preparation.Call 905-333-3499 x140 to reserve a spot.
ALWAYS AVAILABLE!
Continuous Intake Programs
Doorways: Essential Skills for the Workplace – Burlington
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.
Enhanced Language Training (ELT)
Accepting registrations for the ELT daytime program (Burlington) and the ELT Your Way program (Milton). Call Grace at 905-333-3499 x264 (ELT) or Hoda at 905-693-8103 x207 (YourWay).
Get In Gear Skilled Trades Program
For youth ages 17-30
Job Search Workshops for Newcomers
FREE! The JSW Program offers short-term pre-employment workshops designed especially for newcomers. In Milton call 905-693-8103 x207. In Millcroft (Burlington) call 905-336-5444 x101.
LINC/ESL Classes
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada/English as a Second Language: to register please call 905-693-8103 x201.
