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General Overview Job Search Program Entrepreneurship Program Artists’ Program Mentorship Program Grants & Loans Upcoming Events YES Staff, Board & Advisors Partners
The centre is open, free of charge, to everyone on a drop-in basis from Monday to Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM for use of the phones, computers, fax machine, resource library and access to job postings. No appointment is necessary. Schedules and workshop speakers are subject to change. All workshops are delivered in English. YES (Youth Employment Services) 666 Sherbrooke West, 7th Floor, Montreal, QC H3A 1E7 Tel: 514-878-9788 • Fax: 514-878-9950 info@yesmontreal.ca www.yesmontreal.ca
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Volume 10, Issue 1
GENERAL OVERVIEW
As a not-for-profit organization, YES Montreal (Youth Employment Services) enriches the community by providing English-language support services to help Quebecers find employment and start businesses. Job Search Program
FOR YOUTH AGED 16 TO 35. The Job Search Program includes daytime and evening workshops, individual career counselling, career testing services, paid internship programs, French courses, cover letter and résumé translation, a mentoring program, job postings, networking opportunities, a resource library, and free phone and computer access.
Entrepreneurship Program
OPEN TO ALL AGES. The Entrepreneurship Program offers daytime and evening workshops, one-on-one business coaching, interactive video services, legal and accounting clinics, sales and branding consultations as well as a mentoring program. YES has a comprehensive resource guide entitled: The Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook, which is available for purchase at the centre. YES also hosts an annual entrepreneurship conference each spring, the largest English-language event of its kind in Quebec.
Artists’ Program
OPEN TO ARTISTS OF ALL AGES AND DISCIPLINES. The Artists’ Program offers a range of services to help artists develop entrepreneurial skills, strategies and tools to build successful and economically viable careers. Services include one-on-one coaching with a dedicated artists’ coach, thematic workshops by industry professionals, consultations with career counsellors, business coaches, as well as legal, accounting, sales and branding professionals. Resources for artists include our Business Skills for Creative Souls: The Montreal Artist’s Handbook, and two annual events: the new YES Art Expo and the Business Skills for Creative Souls© Artists’ Conference.
Registration Information BUSINESS HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM WORKSHOP HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM-9:00 PM. The YES centre is closed on all statutory holidays. Our daytime workshops are available on a drop-in basis or by pre-registration. Workshops are limited to 30 participants and fill up quickly; pre-registration is strongly recommended. Please call us for details or to register. Pre-registration is mandatory for all evening workshops. Late arrivals for workshops will not be admitted as they are disruptive to the group. Where there is a fee for a workshop you may register in person, online (www.yesmontreal.ca), by mail, by fax or by phone. Payments can be made using cash, cheque or credit card. For registration information, please call 514-878-9788. Workshop payments of $15 or less are nontransferable and non-refundable. Cancellations for the Start Your Own Business Seminar Series©, Investor’s Series©, Entrepreneur’s Packages and French courses must be received two business days before the start of the FIRST workshop in the series. Artist and Entrepreneurship Services: For a one-time $20 file activation fee you will have unlimited access to specialized entrepreneurship and artists’ services including coaching, legal clinics and accounting clinics. You will be exempt from this fee if you are receiving social assistance at the time of your appointment, proof must be provided. To cancel or reschedule an appointment, you must provide at least one business day’s notice to ensure that other clients have the opportunity to be served. A $5 fee to reactivate your file will be charged to you in the event that sufficient cancellation notice is not provided. Please note: As wait lists can be quite long, if you are unable to keep an appointment at YES, you must advise us at least one business day in advance. If you are more than 15 minutes late, you will be required to reschedule. We reserve the right to deny future services. Workshop speakers can change without notice. For more information call 514-878-9788. Register for the YES e-newsletter on our website at www.yesmontreal.ca to stay up-to-date on all of our events.
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JOB SEARCH PROGRAM
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The YES Job Search Program is designed for youth aged 16-35 who are looking to jump-start their careers, find employment or return to school. Offering over 260 workshops annually, professional employment and career counsellors facilitate and guide participants in strategic job search activities and provide individual counselling. In addition to scheduled appointments, YES offers 15 minute drop-in sessions, Monday to Friday from 11:00 AM12:00 PM, with a Job Search Counsellor. YES offers an intensive French course for job seekers, translation services for résumés and cover letters, free access to our computer lab with Internet, scanner and courtesy telephone. Nominal charges may apply for some services such as fax machine, photocopier and printer. YES also has an extensive job search library with all the essential resource materials for everyone’s employment needs. Please note: After attending one FREE Jump-Start Your Job Search Orientation Session© you will have access to all of the FREE job search services such as: • • • • • •
Individual employment and career counselling Career planning and employment strategies Job search workshops Mock interviews Paid internships Career mentorship program
Please note: Late arrivals will not be admitted to workshops. If it is your first time visiting YES, please arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop.
Jump-Start Your Job Search Orientation Session© Cost: Free Registration from 1:15 PM.
Résumé Workshop Cost: Free Pre-registration is required.
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Tuesday & Friday afternoons, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM Participants will be given an overview of the services and resources available at YES as well as several key concepts and methods of the job search process. Facilitators will guide participants through group activities and discuss approaches that will help job-seekers access the hidden job market. In order to have access to workshops, and appointments with a counsellor, participants must attend this orientation session. Monday mornings, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM: Sept 13, Sept 27, Oct 18, Nov 1, Nov 15, Dec 6 Participants will focus on learning the techniques of effective and strategic résumé writing. Through a series of group and written activities, participants will highlight their qualifications, skills and achievements to target specific positions successfully. Participants are encouraged to bring a copy of their current résumé to the workshop.
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JOB SEARCH PROGRAM
Interview Workshop Cost: Free Pre-registration is required. Participants must attend Part I in order to be scheduled for Part II. Individual appointments will be made for same day mock interviews between 1:30 PM-4:00 PM. Please note: To organize an interview workshop for your group, please contact us at (514) 878-9788 ext. 310.
Cold Calling Cost: Free Pre-registration is required.
Self-Assessment Part I Cost: Free Pre-registration is required.
Self-Assessment Part II Cost: Free Pre-registration is required. Participants must attend Part I in order to be scheduled for Part II.
Mondays: Sept 20, Oct 4, Oct 25, Nov 8, Nov 29, Dec 13 Part I: Techniques and Methods 10:00 AM-12:00 PM This two-part workshop prepares participants by helping them focus on identifying their skills and linking relevant experiences through a series of exercises. Participants will view a DVD covering the do’s and don’ts of interviews and learn methods to successfully prepare for upcoming interviews. Part II: Mock Interviews 1:30 PM-4:00 PM Designed for those who attended Interview Techniques and Methods Part I, participants will have the opportunity to practice in a seven-minute oneon-one, filmed mock interview. An employment counsellor will review and provide valuable feedback on your performance. Each session will last a total of 15 minutes. Monday afternoons, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM: Sept 13, Sept 27, Oct 18, Nov 1, Nov 15, Dec 6 Uncover the hidden job market through this highly effective self-marketing method! Participants will learn how to build a call list for contacting potential employers and create an effective and professional seven-second pitch that they will practice with other participants.
Wednesday mornings, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM: Sept 1, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1 Are you career strategizing? Learn how your personality and interests can be used to focus on career options. By participating in self-assessment activities you will clarify your preferences and explore which career paths best suit your personality and interests. Wednesday mornings, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM: Sept 8, Oct 13, Nov 10, Dec 8 Designed for those who attended Self-Assessment Part I, participants will continue the process of self-assessment by examining their values, skills and core beliefs. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss the steps they have taken in their career exploration. The facilitating counsellor will help participants determine the steps needed to achieve their career goals.
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JOB SEARCH PROGRAM Transferable Skills Cost: Free Pre-registration is required.
Your Job Search: Getting Motivated & Staying Focused Cost: Free Pre-registration is required.
Career Testing Services Pricing is on a sliding scale. Please call for more information.
French for Job Seekers Cost: $75 Pre-registration is required. This is a four-week course, held twice a week. YES reserves the right to cancel a course if there are fewer than 12 participants.
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Wednesday mornings, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM: Sept 15, Oct 20, Nov 17, Dec 15 This workshop will define what transferable skills are, how to identify them and how to promote these skills to employers. Participants will also examine the importance of interpersonal communication through a series of in-class exercises that will help participants pinpoint their communication style, and identify their strengths and weaknesses. Wednesday mornings, 10:00 AM-12:00 AM: Sept 22, Oct 27, Nov 24 This workshop will focus on helping participants adjust their perspectives for today’s challenging and changing workforce. Through individual and group activities, participants will focus on developing approaches and techniques to reduce and manage stress, and stay motivated throughout the job search process.
How satisfied are you with your career path? Are you a recent graduate and are you unsure what job prospects correspond to your degree? Are you considering making a career change but don’t know where to focus your job search efforts? Do you feel directionless and lacking career goals? At YES, two standardized career tests are offered that can help you better understand your interests, values, and work preferences. Together with a Career Counsellor you will examine your strengths, motivations, and clarify your career objectives. Career testing is offered on an individual basis.
This intensive, four-week course is specifically designed for students with a basic knowledge of the French language. Emphasis will be placed on improving conversational skills in a business context while focusing on grammar and vocabulary. Participants will also have an opportunity to work on their cover letters and to participate in mock interviews. Tuesday & Friday mornings: 9:30 AM-12:30 PM Session 1: Sept 14 – Oct 8 Session 2: Oct 19 – Nov 12 Session 3: Nov 23 – Dec 17
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JOB SEARCH PROGRAM
Career Mentorship
In this program, career mentees and mentors collaboratively work towards achieving specific career goals that are established at the start of the relationship. Offering support, encouragement, and career guidance, mentoring under the Career Mentorship Program requires an investment of time, the ability to be open and honest, and a commitment to personal development. Mentees and mentors under the YES Career Mentorship Program must commit to meeting in person at least once a month for a period of six months (Please see page 18 for details).
Internship Program
Through job training, this paid internship program’s objective is to provide selected candidates with the opportunity to learn practical skills, help ensure successful integration into the job market, and gain meaningful work experiences within their field. Interested candidates must come to the centre to fill out an application form and attach a letter of intent along with their résumé. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Please visit our website www.yesmontreal.ca for more information.
Résumé & Cover Letter Translation
Have your résumé and cover letter professionally translated from English to French. Submit your electronic document to info@yesmontreal.ca and your translation will be ready within seven business days.
Please call for pricing.
Career Exploration Workshop Series© Cost: $15 each Pre-registration is required. 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Destination Montreal: Montreal-Regions NEW! Connection Project
Have you wondered what it takes to develop a successful career in Montreal or considered pursuing a career in a particular field but don’t really know what it involves? The Career Exploration Workshop Series© is designed to provide participants with an opportunity to meet industry professionals in an interactive, small-group setting. In each of these workshops, professionals from specific sectors will discuss labour market trends and the skills needed to succeed. An interactive question and answer period will follow each discussion. Helping Professions
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International & Community Development
October 28
Event Planning & Management
November 25
The Montreal-Regions Connection Project© aims to support youth who have moved to Montreal from the regions through networking events, specialized workshops and free employment and career counselling. Meet new friends from other regions in Quebec and receive resources and information to help you start your job search.
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM
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YES’ Entrepreneurship Program offers workshops and seminars that will help you refine your ideas, start or grow your business and locate the resources you need to succeed. Pre-registration is required for some workshops. Entrepreneurship clients have free access to a computer lab with Internet and have access to a fax machine, a photocopier, a scanner, a telephone, and a resource library filled with the latest magazines and books. Please Note: Late arrivals will not be admitted to workshops. If it is your first time visiting YES, please arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop. Nominal charges may apply for some services.
Jump-Start Your Business Orientation Session© Cost: Free (Handouts: $1)
Grants and Loans Information Session Cost: Free (Handouts: $1)
Interactive Video Services
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Wednesday afternoons, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM* Thinking of starting a business? Find out about the services and resources offered to you as a YES Entrepreneurship client. As a budding entrepreneur you do not want to miss this orientation session which provides the basic information required to launch your business. Get a glimpse at what it takes to be an entrepreneur, gather your facts and get ready to jump-start your business. Wednesday afternoons, 3:00 PM-4:00 PM* By attending a Grants and Loans Information Session you will learn about funding options available through YES. Information is also available about funding options from different community programs. Topics covered include eligibility criteria, targeted sectors and industries, as well as levels of funding available. To ensure that YES is able to help all English speaking Quebecers with their entrepreneurial start-up efforts, we have initiated interactive video services exclusively for clients living on the island of Montreal. Our standard low fees and sign-up procedures are required. Please note that you must have the appropriate hardware and bandwidth capabilities so please contact us at (514) 878-9788 beforehand to ensure the quality of the interaction. Workshop Webinars – All of the entrepreneurship seminars will now be made available, should there be a demand, for interactive video service. Using our Webex service, clients will be able to watch, listen and respond to our seminars through their home computers. Pre-registration is required for all evening workshops. Business Coaching** – Now you can take advantage of our coaching sessions via video. Our coaches now have video capabilities in their offices for longdistance interaction that is personal and private.
* After the workshops there will be a one-on-one consultation session with a member of the entrepreneurship program to establish the most appropriate resources needed from YES to succeed. ** For a one-time $20 entrepreneurship file activation fee you will have unlimited access to online business coaching. You are exempt from this fee if you are receiving social assistance at the time of your appointment, proof must be provided. Please review the Entrepreneurship Services section on page 3 for details on our cancellation policy.
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Volume 10, Issue 1
ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM OUR EXPERTISE AT YOUR SERVICE
Business Coaching Sessions Cost: Free* By appointment only.
We provide one-on-one support as you start, grow or expand your business. Our business coaching services will support you by providing answers to your business questions to ensure your success. We can assist you with: • • • • • •
Idea evaluation and business set-up Growing and maintaining your business Business plan writing and development Market research, sales and marketing Advice on financing options and resources Importing/exporting, online business, franchising and more
Please contact us at 514-878-9788 to book an appointment for business coaching services. Drop-in business coaching services are available every Friday from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM for a 15-minute session. For these services you are not required to pay a registration fee and open a file.
Off-Site Business Coaching Cost: Free*
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Specialty Coaching (Branding) Cost: Free* By appointment only**
Legal Information Clinic For Entrepreneurs Cost: Free* By appointment only**
Accounting Clinic For Entrepreneurs Cost: Free* By appointment only**
Have a YES Business Coach come to your existing place of business. Our coaches can provide you with information and tips on how to grow and help with the continuous improvement of your company. Businesses must be established and will go through a selection process. For more information please call 514-878-9788 ext. 323. Our branding coach will assist clients who are seeking to create, grow or enhance their brands. Work with a coach to develop a brand strategy, review your company’s identity and public perception. The coach can also work with you to examine your name, packaging, design, and product positioning or to help you learn about advertising optimization. YES invites you to take advantage of our free legal clinic for entrepreneurs. Our legal information officer is available to provide information and to answer questions you may have relating to business issues such as business structures, contract law, taxation and intellectual property. In this clinic, professional accountants are available to provide you with information and answers to any accounting questions you may have. Get advice on accounting issues such as record keeping, business valuations, financial statements and business taxes.
*For a one-time $20 entrepreneurship file activation fee you will have unlimited access to specialized entrepreneurship and artists’ services including coaching, legal clinics and accounting clinics. You are exempt from this fee if you are receiving social assistance at the time of your appointment, proof must be provided. Please review the Artist and Entrepreneurship Services section on page 3 for details on our cancellation policy. ** A referral from a YES Business Coach is required before your first session.
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GET THE MOST OUT OF OUR YES ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOPS AND SAVE MONEY YES is pleased to offer great reduced rates for those who wish to take advantage of multiple workshops and seminars. Take a look at the following packages and get fantastic pricing on our already low-priced services. You have to book these packages before September 13th, so don’t wait! Please note: Cancellations for the Entrepreneur’s Packages must be received two business days before the start of the FIRST workshop in the package series.
Entrepreneur’s Packages: Cost: Entrepreneur’s Package 1: $150 Entrepreneur’s Package 2: $130 Entrepreneur’s Package 3: $120 Entrepreneur’s Package 4: $90 Entrepreneur’s Package 5: $80 Entrepreneur’s Package 6: $60
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Entrepreneur’s Package 1: All our workshops (9 workshops) + the Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook: $150. (Value: $175) Workshops include: Start Your Own Business Seminar Series©, Investor’s Series©, Web Networking and www.yourWebsite.com.
YOU SAVE: $25! Entrepreneur’s Package 2: Start Your Own Business Seminar Series© + Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook + Investor’s Series: $130. (Value: $145)
YOU SAVE: $15! Entrepreneur’s Package 3: Start Your Own Business Seminar Series© + Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook + Web Networking + www.yourWebsite.com: $120. (Value: $135)
YOU SAVE: $15! Entrepreneur’s Package 4: Start Your Own Business Seminar Series© + Investor’s Series©: $90. (Value: $105)
YOU SAVE: $15! Entrepreneur’s Package 5: Start Your Own Business Seminar Series© + Web Networking + www.yourWebsite.com: $80. (Value: $95)
YOU SAVE: $15! Entrepreneur’s Package 6: Investor’s Series© + Web Networking + www.yourWebsite.com at $60. (Value: $70)
YOU SAVE: $10! 10
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ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM START YOUR OWN BUSINESS SEMINAR SERIES© Now also available as a webcast!
This four-week seminar is suitable for both novice entrepreneurs and those wishing to increase their business knowledge. Professionals and specialists in the field will teach you the theories behind getting your business started. Participants who successfully attend the entire series will be presented with a YES Start Your Own Business Certificate of Completion©. Webcast services are available exclusively to clients living on the island of Montreal. This series sells out quickly. Register now!
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The Nuts & Bolts of Starting Your Business
Speakers: Luciano D’Iorio, President, Terramont Real Estate Christina Sauro, YES Legal Information Officer
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Research Your Market and Market Your Business
Speakers: Ron Abraira, John Molson School of Business Ray Busbridge, Past Sales Director of Maple Leaf Foods
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Tuesday evenings, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM Cost: $65 for the series (4 Seminars) or $95 for the series including the Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook Take this opportunity to start off on the right foot! This seminar provides an overview of what you need to know as a budding entrepreneur. It addresses topics such as legal structures, contracts, permits, business numbers, and leasing.
This is an all-inclusive look at the fundamentals of both market research and marketing. It is a must for anyone who is pursuing their own business. As a crucial first step in any business venture, market research will help you to define your market, help you position yourself within that market and identify your competition. Also learn about the basic elements of marketing, including advertising, pricing and distribution to help promote your business.
Financing Your Business
You can’t afford to miss this one; it could be worth money in the bank! Learn about the sources of funding that are available and the critical aspects to financing your business start-up.
The Business Plan: A Roadmap to Success
Don’t miss out! This seminar will give you insight into what a business plan is, why you need one, and where to go to get the help you need before you seek financing.
Speaker: TBA
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Speaker: Marvin Garellek, President & CEO, Internet Capital Bulletin Board
Topic: 1. The Nuts & Bolts of Starting Your Business 2. Research Your Market and Market Your Business 3. Financing Your Business 4. The Business Plan: a Roadmap to Success
Series 1 October 5 October 12 October 19 October 26
Series 2 November 9 November 16 November 23 November 30
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MEET THE EXPERTS Now also available as a webcast! In this unique series of seminars, YES offers entrepreneurs of all ages and professional backgrounds the opportunity to learn from the experts. Seminar topics have been selected to meet the changing needs of the entrepreneurial community. Don’t delay, sign up today! Visit our website at www.yesmontreal.ca for regular updates on these seminars. Webcast services are available exclusively to clients living on the island of Montreal.
Investor’s Series – When Grants and Loans Aren’t Enough© NEW!
This three part series investigates the market of investment capital for start-ups.
Cost: $40 for the series (3 seminars)
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Dealing with Investors
Speaker: Daniel Drouet, Co-Founder of Montreal Start Up
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An Entrepreneur’s Perspective
Speaker: Ben Yoskovitz, CEO & Co-Founder of Standout Jobs
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The Investment Agreement
Speaker: Louis-Philippe Denis, LLB BCL, Principal and Co-Founder Executive Counsel Group
www.yourWebsite.com Cost: $15 Speaker: Freddy Davy, Director of Account Services, High Touch Communications
Web Networking Cost: $15 Speaker: Chris Emergui, President & CEO, BAM Strategy 12
Monday evening, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: September 13 Learn what investors are looking for and how to think about determining value, percentages to offer, and amount of participation. What do “angel”, “tranche”, “secondary” all mean? In this workshop, you will get an investor’s perspective on different aspects of how they see success and return on their investment. Monday evening, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: September 20 Listen to an entrepreneur who has received investment capital and learn the advantages and disadvantages of partnering with equity money. Monday evening, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: September 27 What are the key points to recognize in investment agreements? In this workshop, our guest lawyer will discuss different aspects of agreements and what to look out for in order to ensure better success for the investor entrepreneur relationship. Monday evening, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: October 25 In many cases the most important marketing tool you will have is your website. In this workshop, learn what options are available to create a website. Learn about the implications of Web 2.0, SEO, metrics, advertising, tracking, linking and embedded media. Monday evening, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: December 6 Should you Twitter? Should you have a Facebook page? Learn from the experts how best to use social media to drive your marketing efforts. Don’t waste time using the next generation of web tools inefficiently. Get the most out of these low cost offerings for more revenue.
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Volume 10, Issue 1
ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAM NETWORKING
YES Entrepreneurs’ Networking Workshop Cost: Free (light refreshments will be served)
Tuesday evening, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM: September 21 Monday evening, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM: November 15 These evening workshops will help you to develop and practice your essential “people skills” by allowing you to present and discuss your projects and plans with other entrepreneurship and artist clients.
TOOLS FOR YES CLIENTS & ALUMNI YES Entrepreneurs’ Board
YES Yellow Pages: E-Directory of YES Entrepreneurs
The Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook, 3rd Edition
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Get connected with fellow entrepreneurs. The YES Entrepreneurs’ Board offers an opportunity for YES entrepreneurship clients to post their business cards in our centre, in order to advertise their products and services. Post on our board for free. For more information please contact us at 514-878-9788. YES offers a free marketing tool on our website for entrepreneurship clients to promote their services and products. The YES E-Directory is an online directory of our clients’ businesses and contact information. Anyone can have access to this virtual resource and learn about the services and products that YES clients have to offer. For more information please contact us at 514-878-9788. This Guidebook provides entrepreneurs with a detailed roadmap outlining the steps involved in starting a business. It is used by several Montreal area educational institutions, including Concordia and McGill University. Part 1, the “Entrepreneurial Roadmap”, takes you through eight steps that will help you reach your dream, featuring expert advice, insight, checklists, references, real-life entrepreneurial examples, self-evaluation, finding business opportunities, conducting effective market research, writing winning business plans, finding the money to finance your venture and helpful hints on running a successful venture. These articles are reprinted from almost 100 sources. Part 2, the “Entrepreneurial Resource Guide”, is a comprehensive listing of local non-profit, community and government organizations that provide valuable advice and assistance on everything from market research to business planning to financing. You can obtain the Guidebook in person at Youth Employment Services for $40 (taxes included). Save $10 on the cost of the Guidebook if you purchase it when opening your client file.
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ARTISTS’ PROGRAM
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The YES Artists’ Program is open to artists and artist-entrepreneurs of all ages and artistic backgrounds. The program aims to support and accompany artists in the development of entrepreneurial skills, strategies and tools to help turn their artistic passion into an economically viable profession. To best meet the diverse and particular needs of our artist clients, this program works closely with the YES Entrepreneurship, Job Search and Mentorship programs, which also offer specialty coaching, workshops and other services pertinent to artists. Please note: Late arrivals will not be admitted to workshops. If it is your first time visiting YES, please arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop. Nominal charges may apply for some services.
Jump-Start Your Art / Artists’ Grants & Loans Information Session© Cost: Free (Handouts: $1)
Coaching Sessions for Artists Cost: Free* Please Note: Clients wishing to obtain artist coaching must first attend a Jump-Start Your Art/ Artists’ Grants & Loans Information Session©. To book an appointment with the Artists’ Coach, please call 514-878-9788 ext. 314.
Thursdays, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM: Sept 9, Sept 23, Oct 7, Oct 21, Nov 4, Nov 18, Dec 2, Dec 16 Are you an artist seeking to make a living from your creativity and talent, but don’t know how? This orientation session outlines the support services available to artists through YES and other arts organizations, and touches upon key career basics, including: company registration/ incorporation, GST/QST, accounting for/reporting self-employed earnings and expenses, marketing and promotion, arts funding options and essential grant writing tips. One-on-one sessions with a dedicated artists’ coach can be one-time, occasional or on-going in nature, and are intended to help artists define and attain goals based on short- and long-term action plans. Guidance and support is offered in the following areas: • • • • • • • • •
Administration Career development Event and project planning Funding and fund-raising Grant writing Industry resources and organizations Marketing and promotional tools/strategies Media and public relations Time management
For coaching services and workshops offered by the YES Entrepreneurship Program, please refer to page 8.
Career Counselling for Artists Cost: Free
The instability and contract-based nature of work in the arts leaves many wondering how to balance career security with their creative pursuits. Our career counsellors can help you! Begin exploring your options by attending our Jump-Start Your Job Search Orientation Session© (see page 4).
*Clients wishing to obtain specialized artists’ and entrepreneurial services, including one-on-one coaching or legal, accounting and branding clinics are required to pay a one-time $20 file activation fee. Clients receiving social assistance at the time of their appointment are exempt from this fee, but must provide proof. Please see page 3 for details on our cancellation policy.
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Volume 10, Issue 1
ARTISTS’ PROGRAM
Mentorship for Artists Please see page 18 for more information.
Computer Lab & Resource Library
The YES Artists’ Mentorship Program matches emerging artists and artistentrepreneurs with established artists, cultural administrators and/or business professionals so that they may benefit from their expertise, knowledge and networks. Mentees and mentors under the YES Artists’ Mentorship Program must commit to meeting in person at least once per month over the course of one year. Mentorship candidates must be pre-screened by the Artists’ Coach. YES’ in-house computer lab has several work stations equipped with current software and internet access. A photocopier, scanner and fax machine are also available for your career-related activities (a nominal fee may apply for some services, such as photocopying, etc.). Our resource library for artists, entrepreneurs and job seekers contains a wide array of books, publications, directories, how-to guides and a job postings binder for on-site consultation.
BUSINESS SKILLS FOR CREATIVE SOULS: THE MONTREAL ARTIST’S HANDBOOK YOU HAVE THE TALENT AND THE VISION … MAKE IT WORK FOR YOU! This handy guide is a must-have for career-minded emerging artists of all disciplines. Filled with useful, real-life tips, this book is based on interviews with more than 50 local professional artists, and covers topics such as accounting, employment and business basics, funding for artists, law and the arts, marketing, and more. Included is a resource listing of more than 75 local and national associations, granting agencies and arts service agencies.
Cost: $19.95 (taxes included/shipping not included) Available for purchase at YES or by phone at 514-878-9788.
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BUSINESS SKILLS FOR CREATIVE SOULS© WORKSHOPS FOR ARTISTS YES’ Business Skills for Creative Souls© workshops are presented by working industry professionals. Workshop topics are structured with artists’ and artist-entrepreneurs’ specific needs in mind. Each session includes time for a question and answer period, as well as networking and exchange. Updates and additions to our artists’ workshops and events are available at www.yesmontreal.ca. Please Note: Pre-registration is required, as workshops often sell out. Maximum workshop capacity is 30 attendees. Cost: $15 each or $65 for the series (5 workshops) or $75 for the series plus the Montreal Artist’s Handbook.
How to Write an Effective Artist Grant Cost: $15
Getting the Word Out: Publicity for Independent Artists Cost: $15
Making Waves on the World-Wide Web Cost: $15
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Wednesday, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: September 15 In order to produce, promote and distribute their work, artists need the recognition of their peers and the capital to finance their endeavors. This workshop focuses on techniques to help you turn out grant applications that are as strong and outstanding as your work, and offers an overview of funding agencies, programs, deadlines, eligibility criteria, selection processes, and other handy tips.
Wednesday, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: October 6 There’s no such thing as bad publicity, but even bad publicity takes work. Building a successful artistic career means you’ll need to attract, cultivate and build an on-going relationship with your public and the media. This requires know-how and a few essential tools such as an up-to-date media and contact list, press kit, and knowing where, when and how to promote your events for maximum visibility. This workshop will help you learn how to get the word out easily, effectively and with little or no expense.
Wednesday, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: October 27 The internet offers artists a world of opportunities, but creating a powerful web presence takes know-how. Maximize the web’s potential to advance your artistic practice by developing a comprehensive web marketing strategy and learn to: optimize a web site’s look, content and search engine visibility, keep it simple and easy to update, monitor your web traffic, use existing technologies such as blogs, mass mailings and social media to reach your publics and sell your work online.
It starts with you... Please give generously. Donate online at www.yesmontreal.ca or by phone at 514-878-9788
Volume 10, Issue 1
ARTISTS’ PROGRAM
BUSINESS SKILLS FOR CREATIVE SOULS© WORKSHOPS FOR ARTISTS Copyrights for Musicians
Wednesday, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: November 17 Understanding copyright laws can be challenging, but in order to protect their work from misuse, artists must arm themselves with knowledge. This workshop for musicians and music industry workers will provide you with discipline-specific information relating to the copyright act and its application, including: authorship, infringement, fair dealing, moral rights, contracts, and other related topics and resources, such as SODRAC’s rights management services.
Cost: $15
Governance 101 Cost: $15
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Wednesday, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: December 8 An artist’s greatest asset is creativity, but successful artistic careers require business savvy and good administrative practices. This workshop covers key topics from a legal and financial perspective, including organizational models (registration, incorporation, non-profit), GST/QST, reporting self-employment income, record-keeping protocols, and income tax considerations.
SHOWCASE YOUR WORK AT THE YES ART EXPO!
WIN $1,000 TOWARDS YOUR ARTISTIC PROJECT!
A free public event celebrating the business of art and the art of business, the YES Art Expo showcases the talents and works of our Artists’ Program clients in the convivial ambiance of the Just for Laughs Museum on March 10, 2011.
This annual grant offers a cash prize towards the realization of an artistic project or initiative with an entrepreneurial bent. Other prizes include free YES workshops, one-on-one coaching and our Montreal Artist’s Handbook. Three finalists will be awarded their prizes in June 2011 at our annual Business Skills for Creative Souls© Artists’ Conference.
Open to YES Artist Program clients who received services prior to November 1, 2010. Please visit www.yesmontreal.ca for submission details and eligibility criteria.
For contest information and eligibility criteria, please visit www.yesmontreal.ca.
Submission Deadline: December 13, 2010 5:00 PM
Submission Deadline: March 31, 2011 5:00 PM
It starts with you... Please give generously. Donate online at www.yesmontreal.ca or by phone at 514-878-9788
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MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
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The YES Mentorship Program aims to facilitate the transfer of skills and wisdom from an experienced professional (a mentor) to a less-experienced individual (a mentee). A mentor acts as a guide, a role model and as an advisor to a mentee, who is willing to learn from their mentor’s experiences in order to develop their career or business. The development of a successful mentoring relationship requires an investment of time, the ability to be open and honest, and a commitment to personal development and learning. Our “Pay It Forward” Mentorship Program© assists the transition from school to work or self-employment through the transferring of knowledge from mentor to mentee.
Career Mentorship Program*
Entrepreneurship Mentorship Program*
Artists’ Mentorship Program*
Become A Mentor*
The YES Career Mentorship Program facilitates youth career development and employment in Quebec. Mentees are matched with experienced professionals who can provide support, guidance and encouragement. Career mentees work towards achieving specific career goals that they establish at the start of the relationship. The YES Entrepreneurship Mentorship Program aims to increase the success rate of start-up entrepreneurs by providing them access to the knowledge and expertise they need to make good business decisions on their own. Entrepreneurs are matched with experienced business people who can provide support, guidance and encouragement. The entrepreneurship mentees work with their mentors at the onset of the relationship, whereby they establish the specific goals they are going to achieve. The YES Artists’ Mentorship Program offers career guidance and support to emerging artists and arts professionals by matching them with established artists, cultural administrators and/or business professionals so that they may benefit from their expertise, knowledge and networks. Mentees and mentors work together to identify and work toward short- and long-term career goals, and how to overcome obstacles that arise along the way. Mentorship candidates must be pre-screened by the Artists’ Coach. Are you an experienced professional with a sense of commitment and desire to give back to the community? Do you want to share your knowledge and expertise? If you answered yes to either of these questions, please contact YES for further information on how you can give something back to the community by becoming a mentor. For more information about the YES Mentorship Programs, please call the YES Mentorship Coordinator at 514-878-9788 ext. 311.
* Mentees and mentors under the YES Entrepreneurship and Artists’ Mentorship Program must commit to meeting in person at least once a month for a period of one year and for the Career Mentorship Program at least once a month for a period of six months.
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It starts with you... Please give generously. Donate online at www.yesmontreal.ca or by phone at 514-878-9788
Volume 10, Issue 1
GRANTS & LOANS
Whether you are an artist or entrepreneur looking to start your business or looking to expand, we have funding options for you. By attending a Grants & Loans Information Session you will learn about funding options available through YES. Information is also available about funding options from different community programs. Topics also covered include eligibility criteria, targeted sectors and industries, as well as levels of funding available. For more information, please contact us at 514-878-9788. A complete list detailing the eligibility criteria can be found at www.yesmontreal.ca.
For Entrepreneurs: Grants & Loans For Artists: Jump-Start Your Art / Artists’ Grants & Loans© Entrepreneurship Business Plan Contest Deadline to apply: February 2011
Wednesday afternoons, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM Cost: Free (Handouts $1) See page 8 for details. Thursday afternoons, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM Cost: Free (Handouts $1) See page 14 for details. Each year, YES teams up with La Fondation du maire de Montréal to offer a grant to support young start-up entrepreneurs. Start preparing today and give yourself the best chance of receiving a grant of up to $7,500 for your business. For more information, please attend the Entrepreneurship Grants & Loans Information Session (see page 8). Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for this grant, you must (1) be between 18 and 35 years of age, (2) have a low income, (3) live and operate your business on the island of Montreal.
YES’ Artistic Project Plan Contest Deadline to apply: March 31, 2011 5:00 PM For more information about this contest, please attend a Jump-Start Your Art / Artists’ Grants & Loans Information Session© or visit our website.
This annual contest offers applicants the opportunity to win $1,000 in grant money toward the realization, promotion and/or presentation of an artistic project/initiative. The winner will be awarded a cash prize, and along with the 2nd and 3rd place winners, will receive free workshops and other prizes from YES. The three finalists will be awarded their prizes on June 6th at our 11th Annual Business Skills for Creative Souls Artists’ Conference©. Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for this grant, you must (1) be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or landed immigrant, (2) have less than 5 years of artistic practice, (3) not be a full-time student. Eligible projects must (1) be past the research/development phase, and ready for promotion/implementation, (2) result in a finished work or project that can be brought before and/or sold to a public, (3) be completed within 12 months of receiving the grant.
Canadian Youth Business Foundation Loan
Are you in need of financing for your new business? You may be eligible for a loan of up to $45,000 through YES in partnership with the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF). It is mandatory that you meet with a business coach before submitting a loan application. It starts with you... Please give generously. Donate online at www.yesmontreal.ca or by phone at 514-878-9788
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UPCOMING EVENTS Tune In To YES4© Benefit Concert Cost: $100 ($75 tax receipt) October 14, 2010 Location: Club Soda, 1225 St. Laurent
The 8th Annual Quebec Employment Service Providers Conference© November 22, 2010 Location: Holiday Inn, 420 Sherbrooke St. West
The 2nd Annual YES Art Expo March 10, 2011 Location: Just for Laughs Museum, 211 St. Laurent Submission Deadline: December 13, 2010 5:00 PM
The 14th Annual YES Entrepreneurship Conference April 9, 2011 Location: Centre Mont-Royal, 2200 Mansfield
The 11th Annual YES Artists’ Conference - Business Skills for Creative Souls© June, 2011
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YES invites you to come join us for a night filled with great entertainment, food and friends all benefitting YES. Tune In To YES4© kicks off with a celebratory toast followed by our popular silent auction featuring items such as weekend getaways, fine dining, works of art, sports memorabilia and much, much more. This event will feature some of the finest internationally renowned entertainment. Stay tuned for more information about what is anticipated to be our best fundraising event yet! The 8th edition of this full-day conference will address trends in the Quebec marketplace, interactive workshops and a keynote address. Specifically dedicated to career and employment counsellors who provide Englishlanguage employment services in Quebec, this conference aims to provide a forum to exchange ideas and interact with other professionals in the field. The YES Art Expo is a public event showcasing the work and talent of our artist and artist-entrepreneur clients. Featuring a wide array of original artwork and creative products available for sale by the artists and artisans we have proudly supported throughout the years, this fun-filled evening of mini-showcases, presentations and networking galore is not to be missed. Last year over 1000 people attended. Artists wishing to participate in the Art Expo are asked to consult the eligibility criteria and application protocols on our website, and to submit the appropriate documents before the submission deadline to arts@yesmontreal.ca. With a turn in the economy, entrepreneurship, self-employment and contract work will be on the rise, but how will you decide if the time is right for you to make the switch? Attend our conference to learn about entrepreneurship from successful entrepreneurs including our inspirational keynote speaker. Past speakers have included Cora Tsouflidou (Chez Cora), Herschel Segal (Le Château), Inder Bedi (MATT & NAT), Tatiana Londono (Londono Realty Group) and Salvatore Parasuco (Parasuco Jeans). This unique conference brings together emerging and established artists from all disciplines for a full-day of inspiration, information and exchange. The day’s agenda includes panel discussions with working artists and arts professionals who share their experiences and insights on making it in Quebec’s cultural industries. Hosting more than 250 participants, speakers and special guests annually, this not-to-be-missed event has over the years hosted some of Montreal’s most renowned artists and cultural industry leaders. Mark your agendas, prepare for networking galore, and don’t forget your business cards!
It starts with you... Please give generously. Donate online at www.yesmontreal.ca or by phone at 514-878-9788
The 14th Annual
Entrepreneurship Conference HOLD THE DATE
April 9, 2011
Centre Mont-Royal 2200 Mansfield, Montreal
To register or for more information:
514-878-9788
www.yesmontreal.ca
In this photo at the table from left to right: Executive Vice-President and Co-Founder of Orckestra Vincent Trépanier, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Moozoo Juices and Creative Director of BeaverTails Tina Serrão, CJAD Radio-Astral Media Host Ric Peterson, President and Founder of Bierbrier Brewing Inc. Charles Bierbrier, and President and Founder of La fourmi bionique Geneviève Gagnon at the 13th Annual YES Entrepreneuship Conference.
YES STAFF, BOARD & ADVISORS STAFF Fernanda Amaro Silvina Asurmendi Ellen Englert Samantha Goldberg Nadja Grabovari Sherry Hollinger Annalise Iten Nathaniel Jewitt Elise Joubert Douglas Leahey Daniel Légaré Monika Majewski Elda Pappada Maria Pereira Iris Unger Catherine Villebrun Simone Weir Marc Wrobel BOARD OF DIRECTORS Past President Harold Simpkins John Molson School of Business Concordia University President John Aylen John Aylen Communications Vice President Luciano D’Iorio Terramont Real Estate Services Treasurer Gavin Correa Litwin Correa Chartered Accountants Secretary Michael Eskenazi Felix and Norton International Inc.
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Pino Di Ioia Moozoo Juices/BeaverTails Ron Drennan Drennan Consulting Chris Emergui BAM Strategy Teresa Kirkwood CentralKnowledge Tom Kouri High-Touch Communications Jordan Le Bel, Ph.D. John Molson School of Business Concordia University Chad Loeven Net-Wall Internet Security Inc. Iris Unger Youth Employment Services (YES) ADVISORY COUNCIL Lionel Blanshay Rob Braide Scott Conrod Charles B. Crawford John W. Dobson Peter R. Johnson Guy Laframboise Timothy Leyne Peter McAuslan Andy Nulman Philip O’Brien Hilary Radley Herschel Segal Robert Walsh
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