Learning & Training in Huron County
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Canadian Centre for Rural Creativity textile & fashion courses
The Blyth Arts & Cultural Initiative 14/19 Inc. is offering over thirty opportunities through the Canadian Centre for Rural Creativity to explore your creative side again this summer in textile and fashion arts. Local colour palettes and fibres will be explored in natural dyeing courses. Other courses range from pattern drafting to lace knitting, wet felting to Kanzashi, stamping and stencilling to Millinery. Full details can be found at www.ruralcreativity. org or FACTS on Facebook. The Fashion Arts and Creative Textiles Studio (FACTS) in Blyth supports local artists through textile, fashion & fibre classes, workshops and initiatives. Visit https://www.facebook.com/FactsBlyth for info. LEARNING & TRAINING NEWSLETTER
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in this issue... 4 canadian centre for rural creativity 4 Grand Bend & area Chamber of Commerce 4 lake huron learning 4 The Centre for Employment and Learning 4 Speakers Bureau Huron 4 emergency services training centre 4 Fanshawe College 4 St. John Ambulance 4 Huron SBEC workshops & Events The Huron Business Development Corporation
Grand Bend & Area Chamber of Commerce upcoming courses Social Media II: Creating a Strategy That Work. May 16 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, $45. First impressions are important in the online world, and they can occur long before you meet your customers faceto-face. So, how can you engage new consumers online while building loyalty with your existing customers? Social media and digital marketing are constantly changing and evolving. In this special seminar, you’ll learn how to harness the power of social media and build a strategy that works for you and your business. Social Media II: Creating a Strategy That Work topics include: - How to get the most from tools like Facebook, Twitter & Instagram - Creating innovative content that helps your business to shine - Developing key messages for your business - Developing an email marketing campaign that works
- Harnessing the growing popularity of video - Measuring & evaluating social media interactions People with little to no social media experience are welcome. This seminar is a follow up to September 2015 Chamber of Commerce seminar How To Use Social Media & Blogs To Promote Your Business. FACILITATOR: Emily Baillie, a Toronto-based digital marketing expert in the travel and tourism industry. She is a Social Media Instructor at Humber College and a Marketing Professor at George Brown College School of Hospitality & Tourism Management. Her business Compass Content Marketing (www.compasscontent.ca) provides travel and lifestyle businesses with digital marketing, custom content and social media services. She has worked with Goway Travel, MasterCard Priceless Cities, Ontario Southwest and Northern Ontario Travel.
Introduction to
Needle Felting ***** NEW DATE
Join us to learn the basics of this easy, fun art!
May 24th
Coffee & Water will be provided. $45 Chamber Members / $60 Non-Members We are also the host for local Workplace Safety & Prevention meetings WSPS Knowledge Exchange – Mental Health & the Workplace September 13 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Pine Dale Motor Inn, 107 Ontario Street South Grand Bend, Ontario N0M 1T0 Canada To Register Call 1-877-494-9777, option #5 or e-mail customercare@wsps. ca. There is no charge to attend this session. WSPS Knowledge Exchange – Management Systems November 8 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Pine Dale Motor Inn, 107 Ontario Street South Grand Bend, Ontario N0M 1T0 Canada To Register Call 1-877-494-9777, option #5 or e-mail customercare@wsps. ca. There is no charge to attend this session. Grand Bend & Area Chamber of Commerce, 1-81 Crescent Street PO Box 248 Grand Bend, ON N0M 1T0 www.grandbendtourism.com www.grandbendchamber.ca www.facebook.com/grandbendtourism twitter.com/Grand_bend 519-238-2001 Welcome Centre Hours: September to May, Monday to Friday, Noon to 4pm / Victoria Day Weekend to June 30, Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm and Sundays 10am-4pm / July to August 30, Monday to Saturday, 10am-6pm and Sundays 10am-4pm.
6:30pm—8:30pm MacKay Centre, Goderich $40 (includes beginner felting kit and lesson)
To register contact Angie at 519-524-4154 or info@lakehuronlearning.ca www.lakehuronlearning.ca
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Emergency Services Training Centre upcoming courses Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR Level C To register for a course at the ESTC click link below: https://campscui.active.com/orgs/ EmergencyServicesTrainingCentre Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR Level C Course Dates: May 14 & 15, 2016 Cost: based on certification required - see below (Lunch not included). Dependent on what you need, attendance is listed below: A) CPR only -January 28 or March 8 only 9:00am - 3:00pm: $69.00 + tax B) Emergency First Aid and C CPR- January 28 or March 8- all day: $99.00 + tax C) Standard First Aid & C CPR- all day both days: $129 + tax D) HCP CPR (added half hour training to above): $25.00 + tax This course is a comprehensive two day course offering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need training due to work requirements or who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies at home. Certification is valid for 3 years. Please note that we will be hosting a Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR Level C every other month so be sure to check in often for upcoming dates!! OFC - NFPA 1021 Fire Officer II Course Dates: May 4-8, 2016 - Week 1 & June 1-5, 2016Week 2. In-class Session: 10 days (Wednesday to Sunday 8:30 am- 4:30 pm both weeks). Cost: $750.00 (includes lunch each day) Prerequisite: NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I and NFPA 1041 Instructor I. Fire Officer II builds upon the topics covered in Fire Officer I. There is a more in-depth look at human resources management, community and government relations, as well as origin and preliminary cause of fires. Emergency delivery topics will evolve from a single unit emergency operations to multi-unit emergency operations, with more in-depth look at pre-incident planning and deployment of assigned resources. In addition, Fire Officer II covers the organization of local government and the roles that outside agencies play in assisting the fire service. Fire Officer Level II is intended for the front line Fire Officer with an expanded role, is delivered in a classroom environment, and meets NFPA 1021-2014 Edition. An IFSAC/Pro Board certificate will be issued with the successful completion of the written exam and submission of the practical skills booklet that meets all requirements for the course. LEARNING & TRAINING NEWSLETTER Page 6
Fire departments will be charged a non-refundable registration fee of $65.00 for each student- learner accepted into this course. Pre-class Materials: Course materials are posted on the OFC Educational Materials website. To access the site go to www. ofmsps.ca/OFCEM User name: ofc Password: preclass Enter the link "Preclass and Course Materials" on the left hand side of the homepage. Enter the following folders: NFPA Pre Class Course Packages- NFPA 1021 Fire Officer II- which contains the required materials for this course. Student learners must complete both parts of this course as scheduled above to receive credit for the course. Any questions regarding the course please call or email Instructor: Christopher Pape (705) 687-9662 christopher. pape@ontario.ca CSA Quality Breathing Air - for SCBA Administrators Course Dates: June 4, 2016 Cost: $600.00 (includes lunch) For Fire Service, the use and refilling of SCBA cylinders is often a daily event. The importance of providing good quality breathing air for use in SCBA's requires an understanding of the installation, inspection and maintenance of breathing air compressors. The information in this course is essential for any organization using SCBA and breathing air compressors. One day training: • The duties of a SCBA program administrator related to breathing air compressors and SCBA cylinders • Related standards and legislation • What comprises a compressed breathing air system • Critical compressor installation, operation, inspection, and maintenance issues. • Troubleshooting breathing air quality problems • What to look for when visually inspecting different types of cylinders • Important considerations for the operation of compressors and filling stations • Procedures and elements of air quality analysis tests. ESTC also offers Fire Extinguisher Training upon request call for details. Perfect for your next meeting or training, the ESTC offers state of the art, climate controlled meeting rooms/classrooms with built in projectors and presentation screens. The ESTC offers comfortable classroom seating for up to 60 and lecture seating for approximately 80. Call to book today! The ESTC, 40193 Blyth Rd, Blyth ON N0M 1H0; phone: 226.523.9500. Visit www.estc.ca. To register for a course at the ESTC visit: https://campscui. active.com/orgs/EmergencyServicesTrainingCentre
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Workshops
Exploring Apprenticeship – This information session is for people of all ages interested in apprenticeships. Learn how to become a part of the College of Trades and explore the different routes to apprenticeship. Pre-registration is required 519-524-2515 ext. 0. May 31st from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. The Centre for Employment and Learning – Goderich, 41 West Street, Goderich. Free.
appointment (519-524-2515). Exeter – Tuesday 9:00 -11:00 by appointment (519-235-0471) Seaforth- Tuesday 1:00-3:00 and Wednesday 10:00-12:00 by appointment (519-235-0471 x 350) Wingham – Wednesday 9:00 -12:00 by appointment (519-357-4995)
Interview Workshop - Learn how to ace the interview and land the job. This interactive workshop presents the tips and tricks that you need to know to be successful in your next interview. Please call to register. Free! The Centre for Employment and Learning – Wingham. May 25th from 9:00-11:00; 152 Josephine Street, Wingham; 519-357-4995.
Second Career Workshop – This workshop provides information on retraining options and financial support to help laid off workers prepare for a new career. Find out if you are eligible. Pre-registration is required 519-524-2515 ext. 200. May 30th, June 13th and June 27th from 1:00-3:00. The Centre for Employment and Learning – Goderich, 41 West Street, Goderich. Free. Discover Yourself - This full day, fun-filled workshop helps you discover yourself and the careers that suit you. It includes a Meyers Briggs Personality assessment. Pre-registration is required 519-524-2515 x 200. June 20th from 9:00 am- 4:00 pm . The Centre for Employment and Learning – Goderich, 41 West Street, Goderich. Free. Resume and Cover Letter Workshop – Learn how to develop a resume that showcases your skills and leads to interviews and job offers. Offered one-toone or in small groups. Please call or drop in to register. FREE! Goderich – Monday 1:00 – 4:00 and Friday 9:00 – 4:00 by
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Centre for Employment & Learning, continued Courses Introduction to Computers - Goderich/ Clinton: Beginner and intermediate computer training available. Call or drop in to register – 519-524-2515 or 519-4821700. Wingham: Beginner computer classes available Monday and Wednesday afternoons and/or evenings. Please call or drop in to register – 519-357-4995.
Programs Targeted Initiative for Older Workers Program – Programming is available for individuals between the ages of 55 and 65 who are looking for work. Discover key skills and how they are valuable in the local labour market through pre-employment workshops. The next intake is June 20th at Clinton CEL. For more information, contact 519-482-1700.
The Huron Business Development Corporation located in Seaforth, Ontario provides this bi-monthly newsletter, featuring the wide variety of adult learning and training opportunities available right here in Huron County. If you, your organization, group or business would like to have your local adult learning & training opportunities included in the next edition of Learning & Training in Huron County, please contact HBDC, 138 Main St S, Seaforth, Ontario, 519-527-0305.
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Youth Job Connection – Paid preemployment workshops, paid job placements and mentorship available to assist local youth find and keep jobs. Open to youth between the ages of 15 and 29 who are not working or in full-time school or training. Program is available year round throughout Huron County. Next session starts in June at Goderich CEL. For more information, contact 519-235-0471. Youth Job Link – Resources and information are available to help youth between the ages of 15 and 29 explore career options while receiving resume, cover letter and job search support. Employer incentives and individual support may be available for youth entering the workforce for the first time. For more information contact your local Centre for Employment and Learning. Skills Upgrading and Readiness Program (SURP) - Assists adults in Huron County improve reading, writing, math, computer and other essential skills to prepare for personal goals such as employment, apprenticeship, finishing high school, attending college or improving daily life. Classes are available at The Centre for Employment and Learning in Wingham, Exeter, Clinton and Goderich. Check out the website for class times. www. thecentreforemploymentandlearning.ca/ literacy-and-basicskills English as a Second Language (ESL) - Communication is an important skill to help newcomers integrate into their community and secure employment. Classes are offered across Huron County at a variety of times and locations. Individuals with little or no English skills as well as advanced learners are invited to attend. All ESL services are free to those who qualify! Call 519-271-4896 to learn more about ESL locations and times.
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The LearningHUB: is an online upgrading program that helps adults in Ontario improve their reading, writing, math, computer and other essential skills to prepare for goals such as employment and returning to school. Online learning allows you to access upgrading at the times that work best for you! Check out our new Course Bundle on Retail and Customer Service: http:// www.learninghub.ca/Files/PDF-files/ LearningHUB%20Retail%20package%20 flyer.dec%202015.pdf Select the courses that suit your needs to improve your job skills from the following choices: Customer Service Essentials – learn about workplace expectations, communication skills, the importance of a positive attitude and techniques for dealing effectively with difficult customers. Conflict Resolution Skills and Strategies – Explore helpful advice and activities on stress management and communication skills concerning the 4 P’s of Conflict Resolution: Preparedness, Perception, Personality and Practice. Improving Your Job Skills – Learn the basic skills for any job and how to gather and manage information. Explore ways to work through problems, decide upon solutions, reduce conflict and work with others. On the Job Report Writing – Learn the steps to follow when writing reports for the workplace, such as gathering information and writing, editing and proofreading your report. Upgrade your Computer Skills and Knowledge - Learn basic computer functions, using email in the workplace, best practices for surfing the Internet and how to use Microsoft Office software. To register (https://www.learninghub. ca/get_registered.aspx) or for more information visit www.learninghub.ca.
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Youth Job Connection Helping youth find and keep jobs! Paid pre-employment training, job opportunities and mentorship for youth aged 15 to 29 who are not working and not in full time school or training. Employers - provide valuable work experience to youth in our community while receiving financial incentives to help cover the cost of wages and training.
Benefits for Youth:
Benefits for Employers:
Paid training to help you find and keep a job Paid job placement to gain work experience Help setting and reaching employment goals Learn job search, resume, interview and other essential workplace skills Continued support from mentors who want to help you succeed
Connect with candidates who have received training and are ready to work Support from program staff during placements Incentives to offset hiring and training costs Unique opportunity to mentor youth and help establish themselves in the workforce Contribute to youth retention in Huron County
Program available year round throughout Huron County. For more information contact:
Kelly Harrison
The Centres for Employment & Learning 519.235.0471 x 314 | kellharr@fc.amdsb.ca
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REACH YOUR POTENTIAL! BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP & MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA
Goderich Site Please contact: (519) 606-1484 or clinton@fanshawec.ca
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Pet First Aid Sunday June 5th 9:30 am— 5:00pm Huron County Museum, Goderich $110 per person Spaces are limited. Please register by May 25th. Contact Angie at 519-524-4154
This is a program that provides life-saving knowledge and training for pet owners. This course encourages safe management of emergency circumstances, and prepares rescuers to respond to lifethreatening situations involving their domestic animals. Pet First Aid provides the participant with the knowledge, judgment and skills needed to respond safely and effectively in an emergency.
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St. John Ambulance upcoming CPR & First Aid courses - June 20/21 (Mon/Tues) - June 25/26 (Sat/Sun) - July 4/5 (Mon/Tues) St. John Ambulance Training Courses in May & June at the Goderich location at 34 Newgate St. entrance at rear of building. Standard First Aid & CPR/AED – WSIB compliance for businesses with 6 - 199 employees on a shift. Many college and university programs require this training as a program pre-requisite. First Aid skills include unconsciousness, head & spinal injuries, bandaging, splinting, medical conditions, burns, eye injuries, poisoning, multiple casualties, and others. Choose from Adult only resuscitation or Adult, Child & Infant resuscitation. Courses run from 9am – 5:30pm on day one and 9am-5pm. Certification valid for 36 months. $135 - $150 depending on level of CPR chosen. - May 28/29 (Sat/Sun) - June 8/9 (Wed/Thurs)
Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED - WSIB compliance for businesses with 1-5 employees on a shift. An excellent skills builder course for students aged 13+. First Aid skills include unconsciousness, head & spinal injuries, bandaging, medical conditions, burns and others. Choose from Adult only resuscitation or Adult, Child & Infant resuscitation. Courses run from 9am – 5:30pm . Certification valid for 36 months. $95- $100 depending on level of CPR chosen. - May 28 (Sat) - June 8 (Wed) - June 20 (Mon) - June 25 (Sat) - July 4 (Mon) Standard First Aid Renewal – Certificate must be not be expired and issued through
St. John Ambulance. Courses run from 9am – 5:30pm. Certification valid for 36 months. $95 - $100 depending on level of CPR chosen. - June 14 (Tues) - June 18 (Sun) - July 9 (Sat) CPR Renewal Courses – Must hold CPR certification at the level of recertification requested. Any provider. Courses run from 9am – 12:30pm. Annual Recertification recommended. $59 - $65 – depending on level of CPR chosen. - June 14 (Tues) - June 18 (Sun) - July 9 (Sat) Pre-Registration is required for all courses. Contact our office to register today – 519-524-1076 huron@on.sja.ca – view more course dates online, or register at www.sja.ca.
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BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND MANAGEMENT 2 Year Ontario College Diploma September 2016
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2016 Better Business Workshop Series Customer Service Excellence – the BEST Standard is NOT Satisfaction, Lisa
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Harper. Why does nearly every business, small and large, seek to ‘SATISFY’ the Thu, May 5 customer when satisfaction is nothing more than mediocrity‽ If being a middle-of7:00-9:30 pm Once again, our workshops are an excellent way to hone business skills and better the bottom line! the-road, run-of-the-mill, average performing, business is your goal, then skip this REACH Huron, workshop! But be forewarned, you might get wind-burned as the businesses of those Clinton Register – it’s required! Call 519-524-8394 Ext 3242 or email Amy at acresswell@huroncounty.ca . that DO attend fly past yours on the wings of absolutely THRILLED customers! Location: REACH – Regional Equine and Agricultural Centre of Huron, 169 Beech St, Clinton. The Power of 1 – Sensational Service Generates Sizzling Sales, Michael Lewis. Wed, May 11 Purchase a Spring pass for $50 (HST included) and attend any (or all) of the regular Spring series This motivational seminar focuses on the simple concept of the power and influence 7:00-9:30 pm workshops, or pay $25 percan workshop! Note: Special eventsIt’s areabout priced separately. REACH Huron, just one delighted customer have in your business success. anticipating and exceeding your customer's expectations with an advanced "ShowTime" Clinton Celebrate International Women’s atexpectations an evening networking event customer service approach! ExceedDay their and you'll win big! at the White Thu, Mar Carnation Banquet in Holmesville (5:30-9 Both men and woman From Concept to Hall Creation: Making your ownpm). Marketing Materials, Teresaare Thu, May 19 10 5:30-9:00 welcome. Takeworkshop this opportunity honour the women ouryou area. Renee. This will helpto you learn basic graphicentrepreneurs design skills soin that can 7:00-9:30 pmpm White Huron, Carnation, Enjoy speed networking, along with update information on Social the Self Employment easily create your own Ads/Banners/Website Graphics and Media Graphics REACH Holmesville using program a FREE graphic designdown. program. put textstories. on images, Clinton Benefit as it winds HearYou’ll somelearn: localto success The basic first image 20 SEB $30 manipulation, layering images, locating free photos & graphics, and much more. graduates to register will be FREE. Otherwise, $30. Babies, Puppies & Pandas! Marketing the ‘Awwwww’ Factor, Jim Niesen. Walk on Wet Paint: Profiting from Change, Bob Parker. An entrepreneur, speaker, Marketing only appeals to the customer. How many ads, social media Thu, May 26 and consultant forworks over if25it years, Bob Parker has worked internationally with both Thu, Mar 17 posts, emails, letters, billboards, commercials, flyers other marketing 7:00-9:30 pm small and large sales organizations to help them understand theand keys to improve 7:00-9:30 pm media have and failed tooptimum resonate with you?The Probably if anot thousands! Are Huron, performance get results. best ofhundreds, them have desire to learn new REACH REACH Huron, you confident that your marketing is any better? In other words, are you sure that it Clinton things with an open mind, challenge the status quo, distance themselves from the Clinton is bringing customers to you? Or on is itwet justpaint. as likely to be sending them elsewhere? naysayers, and ultimately... Walk Social Media Gets Real: A Panel of Entrepreneurs share their ideas and Thu, Jun 2 Basic Accounting Principles – Understanding the Bottom Line, Alison Lobb. Thu, Mar 31 experiences. Even if you consider yourself experienced and successful with your 7:00-9:30 pm Entrepreneurs were told it was simple to use computerized accounting software, 7:00-9:30 pm social media impact, you’ll likely take away some tips and tricks from these REACH Huron, and they believedCome it! What makes it much user friendly REACH entrepreneurs. ready to share your more own success stories.is a general ClintonHuron, understanding of accounting principles. Learn about terminology, main financial Clinton Facebooking for Small Business – Beyond the Post, Teresa Renee. Facebook is statements, what lenders and accountants ask for. Demystify your income tax. way more than just posting a happy thought each day. It’s also: contests to attract Wed, Jun 8 QuickBooks Partdiscussion 1: Basics,boards AlisontoLobb. Designed for those want a better Tue, Apr new customers; educate and share; event who announcements to 7:00-9:30 pm5 understanding of QuickBooks Accounting Software, or are just at the stage of 7:00-9:30 draw crowds and attention; a strategic tool to increase business during slow times; REACH Huron,pm considering computerization. We’ll cover how to set up a chart of accounts that REACH an inexpensive way to connect frequently with loyal customers; a way to reward; a ClintonHuron, provides the reports you want; how to customize program; and and some basic data Clinton way to differentiate; a way to tell a story; to excite,your inspire, encourage SELL! entry. This is a labfrom class,Effective so you’llNetworking be working & individually on our computers. More Revenue Business Etiquette, Michael Lewis. NetworkingPart has always beenLobb. aboutYou making This JunApr 16 13 QuickBooks 2: Alison musttimely have connections. attended Part 1 tomotivational register for this Thu, Wed, presentation hopes to re-ignite your desire to network more efficiently and 7:00-9:30 pmpm workshop. We’ll spend time entering receipts and expenses, dealing with non7:00-9:30 effectively. Common courtesy covers more than just having and using good manners REACH Huron, routine transactions, and will cover designing the reports you need. Feel free to REACH Huron, andindividual includes proper business Discover the right handle your inClinton bring questions frometiquette. your own operation. Also way a labtoclass. Clinton person, on-the-phone and on-line connections with professionalism and in a manner Your Company’s Financial Lens – as seen through the Lender’s eyes, Jim Niesen. that makes a positive first impression that lasts. Want to know what your banker knows about your business? Want to learn how Thu, Apr 21 Marketing BIG with Google Ads for SMALL Business, Liz Gray. Get help with the loan decisions are made based upon a seemingly random organization of numbers, 7:00-9:30 st not-as-complex-as-you-thought world of Google Ads. If you’re not using this 21 Wed, Jun 22 pm figures and formulas? Even better, do you want to use the same information that REACH Huron, century marketing tool yet, maybe your business performance has more in common 7:00-9:30 pm bankers use to make better decisions in running your business? If you answered, with the Great Depression than it does today’s globally connected village. And about REACHClinton Huron, ‘Yes’, ‘Yes’ and ‘Yes’, then thisreally workshop is for of you. Suggestion: Takecarrying the ‘Basic these connections? They’re TRILLIONS marketing channels Clinton st to prepare yourself! Accounting Principles’ workshop on March 31 messages about products and services. Well, everyone’s but yours.
HWIN dinner (Huron Women in Networking) at the White Carnation Banquet Hall, Business by Design – a dinner FREE bi-monthly (10am 40-60 – 4 pm)women at HBC.for Anan intensive course onApr what Thu, 28 Holmesville. This popular event hasseminar been drawing it takes and to succeed in small business. Jimexperience Niesen (Jan,for March, May,now. July, September, November) 6:00-9:00 pm enjoyable informational, networking 13 years Join us for an Planning to forlearn Success – alocal FREEbusinesses, bi-monthly and seminar – 4topm) people who are atCarnation, the White opportunity about for a(10am chance winata HBC doorfor prize stage of putting their plans on paper. Alison Lobb (February, April, June, August, October) Holmesville AND promote your own business! You don’t have to own a business to participate… $30 you may choose to share information on someone else’s business.
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KINCARDINE
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER ENHANCED WORKSHOPS WHERE:
FOOT CARE FOR PSW MAY 9-18 MONDAY & WEDNESDAY 6:30-9:30PM LIFTS AND TRANSFERS WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 6:30-9:30PM
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FOOT CARE FOR PSW APRIL 26-MAY 5 TUES & THURS 6:30-9:30PM MANAGING DEMENTIA TUESDAY, MAY 10 6:30-9:30PM LIFTS & TRANSFERS THURSDAY, MAY 12 6:30-9:30PM
Kincardine, Lake Huron Learning and Clinton, Reach Centre
MENTAL HEALTH MAY 30-JUNE 1 MON & WED 6:30-9:30PM
Please contact: (519) 606-1484 or clinton@fanshawec.ca
PSW SKILLS DAY TUES JUNE, 14 6:00-10:00PM SPECIAL DIETS THURS, JUNE 23 6:30-9:30PM
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PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS Who will hire me at my age? Do I have the skills to work at a new job? If you are over 55, unemployed and asking these questions, the Enhanced Job Club for Older Workers can help!
We work with you to: discover your key skills; learn how your skills are valuable in the local labour market; identify what training you need; market yourself successfully.
To learn more about the
Targeted Initiative for Older Workers Program (TIOW) contact Jeanette Parker at The Centre for Employment & Learning 519.482.1700 x 213 email: jeanpark@fc.amdsb.ca
This Employment Ontario Program is funded by the Ontario Government
EMPLOYERS
THINKING OF HIRING?
“Your business may be eligible for Financial Incentives to help offset costs of training and/or hiring new employees.”
The Centres for Employment & Learning in Huron County offer you a
Free Service
to help you find the right employees for your business.
Partner with us for your recruiting needs. Our Job Matching process, combined with our database of available skilled workers, will reduce your:
advertising costs; human resources costs; and time required in assessing numerous resumes and applicants.
Our services will give you access to Human Resource Tools to assist you in streamlining your current business practices.
519.482.1700 519.235.0471 519.524.2515 1.844.235.0471 x 350 519.357.4995
Contact us to learn more!
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