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Schedule of Events
All the services you need… All in one place!
1-877-761-1155 | Website | [email protected] Welcome Centre Markham North
8400 Woodbine Ave., Ste. 102-103, L3R 4N7
JUNE 2020 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
ALL Welcome Centre Services Available Online or by Telephone For Inquiries please call 1-877-761-1155 ext. 3645
STARTING JULY 2 E-Learning Enhanced Language Training (ELT)- “Open for Registration”
NEW “Newcomer Services Information Session” June 15 at 10 a.m. JOIN THE “TABLE TALK” June 24 at 3:30 p.m. “Wondering How to Look for a Job During Covid-19?” Join Jim Woodbridge, Welcome Centre Employment Settlement Specialist to find out who’s hiring, and how to make connections. *See following pages for more details and workshop descriptions
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Video Interviews 10 - 11 a.m.
Job Search Workshop
Module 1 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Social Media/LinkedIn
2 - 3 p.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 1
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Goal Setting 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Apprenticeships 3 – 4 p.m.
Skills & Accomplishments 10 – 11 a.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 1
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Diversity in the Workplace 2 – 3 p.m.
Resume 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 1
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cover Letters 3 – 4 p.m.
Job Searching During COVID-19
10 – 11 a.m.
Body Language 2 – 3 p.m.
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Interview Strategies 10 - 11 a.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 1
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Illegal Interview Questions 2 to 3 p.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 1
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Customer Service 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Elevator Pitch 3 – 4 p.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 1
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Job Retention 10 - 11 a.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Workplace Culture 2 – 3 p.m.
Hidden Job Market 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 1
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Mature Workers 3 – 4 p.m.
Employment Standards Act
10 – 11 a.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Resumes 2 – 3 p.m.
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Newcomer Services Information Session
10 – 11 a.m.
Video Interviews 2 - 3:00 p.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 2
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Is Self-Employment for You?
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 2
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Strategies for Job Fair Success
3 – 4 p.m.
Cover Letters 10 – 11 a.m.
Job Search Workshop
Module 2 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Opportunities to Work from Home
2- 3 p.m.
Self-Employment Pathways for Newcomers Information
Session 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 2
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. .
Roadmap to Employment
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Online Job Search 3 – 4 p.m.
Diversity in the Workplace
10 – 11 a.m.
Networking and Direct Approach 2 – 3 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Schedule of Events
All the services you need… All in one place!
1-877-761-1155 | Website | [email protected] Welcome Centre Markham North
8400 Woodbine Ave., Ste. 102-103, L3R 4N7
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Goal Setting 10 - 11:00 a.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 2
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Skills & Accomplishments 2 - 3 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 2
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Resume 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Hidden Job Market 3 – 4 p.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 2
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Networking & Direct Approach
10 – 11 a.m.
Social Media/LinkedIn 2 – 3 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced
12:30 p.m.
Table Talk 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Job Search Workshop Module 2
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Interview Strategies 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Online Job Search 3 – 4 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
Body Language 10 – 11 a.m.
Elevator Pitch 2 – 3 p.m.
Job Find Club Enhanced 12:30 p.m.
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Job Searching during COVID- 19
10 – 11 a.m.
Video Interviews 2 – 3 p.m.
Customer Service 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Youth Services
3 – 4 p.m.
Settlement Services Phone, Email Services
One-on-one support for immigrants and their families. Get
information on everyday needs: banking, shopping, housing,
childcare, supports for seniors, health care, cultural, educational
and recreational services and referrals.
1-877-761-1155 x3645
Services for Women, Youth and Seniors Online Programs available
daily. Ally Lui [email protected]
Phone:1-877-761-1155 ext.3222
Employment Settlement Specialist Online /Phone Services
Personalized 1 to 1 employment support with employment
specialists who understand the job search needs of newcomers to
Canada: receive a customized return to work action plan,
comprehensive coaching on a structured job search approach,
career exploration, targeted resumes, networking strategies,
interview coaching, and much more.
Nausheen Khan [email protected]
Phone: 1-877-761-1155 ext. 3608
Job Search Workshops- Your First Step to Employment Online/Phone Services
Learn about job search strategies, hiring practices in your field, the
Canadian business perspective, and how to build your professional
network in Canada. Receive professional guidance with resume,
cover letter and interview preparation. Your personalized action
plan will include referrals and information to support your next
steps in your job search.
Elizabeth Vasik [email protected] Phone: 1-877-761-1155 ext. 3600
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) E-Learning English classes are available. Training is now
delivered online. Full-time and part-time classes: Monday to
Friday, scheduled interactive Zoom sessions and online
learning led by the instructor. LINC offers courses that cover a
range of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) levels, from
Literacy to CLB 6. LINC classes are ideal for newcomers who
want to improve their English language proficiency in
listening, speaking, reading and writing. Our e-learning
enables learners to practice technical skills in a virtual class.
English Assessment required.
&
Care for Newcomer Children (CNC) Online
Services for young children (ages 31 months to 5 years old) for
newcomer parents accessing the Language Instruction for
Newcomers to Canada (LINC) program.
Lisa Lai [email protected]
Phone: 1-877-761-1155 ext. 3620
Language Assessment Phone Services
Free language assessment for eligible individuals enrolling in
language training classes or bridging programs. By
appointment only for individuals who qualify.
Phone: 1-877-761-1155
Accreditation Qualification & Information Services (AQIS)
Phone Services/Phone Services
A planning service to advise internationally educated
professionals & trades people on how to obtain professional
recognition in Canada, guide clients through licensing &
evaluation process in their own fields and assist in alternative
career exploration.
AQIS Admin at [email protected]
Phone: 289- 841- 3085
Schedule of Events
All the services you need… All in one place!
1-877-761-1155 | Website | [email protected] Welcome Centre Markham North
8400 Woodbine Ave., Ste. 102-103, L3R 4N7
E-Learning Enhanced Language Training (ELT) Training is now delivered online. Monday to Friday scheduled interactive Zoom sessions and online learning led by the instructor. ELT for Internationally Experienced Professionals is available to individuals who have prior experience in one of the following sectors: Accounting, Workplace Administration and Customer Service, Teaching, Information Technology or Health Care. Join our ELT program and become better prepared to enter the Canadian labour market, meet employers and gain knowledge about Canadian workplace culture, while increasing your Business English skills. Sharon White [email protected] Phone: 1-877-761-1155 ext.3597
Housing Help Phone/Online
Providing information about subsidized housing applications,
updates, government and non-profit housing
For appointments
Phone: 1-877-761-1155 ext. 3645 or 289-846-3645 after 4:30
Self-Employment Pathways for Newcomers
Online/Phone Services
Program to help immigrants explore the idea of starting a
business in Canada, for permanent residents, convention
refugees, and live-in-caregivers. LINC Level 5 minimum is
required. Group sessions, and individual business coaching to
successfully develop a business concept.
Jasenka Moskun [email protected] Phone: 437-216-8039 Register for an Information Session – June 17
Job Find Club Enhanced Online
Work one-on-one with a Business Liaison Specialist to connect with
employers. Enhance your job search efforts with customized
strategies for resume, cover letter and social media development.
Email [email protected]
Sessions running June 8th-26th
Workplace Culture
Do you understand the importance of workplace culture and
the expectations of employers in today's workplace? If you
are not familiar with workplace culture and/or wish to learn
more about workplace culture in Canada. In this workshop,
you will receive information and tips to help you achieve
employment success.
Employment Standards Act
Do you know your rights at work under the Ontario
Employment Standards Act? In this workshop, we discuss
topics such as minimum wage, break periods, hours of work,
and overtime. We provide information and tools that will
help you to understand your rights in the workplace.
Video Interviews
Join us for a Virtual/Video Interviewing Workshop to learn
how to prepare and ace these types of interviews! A
Facilitator will offer tips and best practices for virtual/video
interviews, including real-time interviews (e.g. via Skype) and
interviews where candidates record their answers to
computer-generated questions. There will then be an
opportunity for presenters to answer questions about what
sets candidates apart in the process.
Skills and Accomplishments
Curious about what should you list on your resume?
This webinar will provide you with advice on how you
can share your skills, expertise, and accomplishments
with prospective employers to present your credentials
effectively and professionally.
Customer Service
Would you like to develop your customer service skills? This
workshop will show you how to improve your customer
support skills, manage customers successfully, and resolve
complaints through the application of effective customer
service strategies.
Job Searching during COVID-19
In this changing economy, we know that unemployment is a
real challenge that many might be facing. While there may be
uncertainty about what the future of hiring looks like, there is
still an opportunity to refine your job search skills and to be
prepared when employment opportunities come. Join us for
this engaging workshop and learn the key job search
strategies that will help you be successful during this time.
Hidden Job Market
Find out how you can access the hidden job market by
attending this webinar. The hidden job market are jobs that
aren't advertised or posted online. Employers sometimes do
not post jobs online for a number of reasons – e.g. they might
be trying to save money on advertising, or they might prefer
getting candidates through an internal referral.
Resumes
This workshop will teach you the skills needed to prepare or
revise an effective resume with confidence. If you want to
learn how to develop a resume that best reflects your
accomplishments, skills, and experiences in relation to a job
you are applying for then this workshop is for you.
Cover Letters
A cover letter is the first document an employer sees; it is the
first impression you make to potential employers. Learn how
to make it work for you with tips and strategies that will
guide you through writing a well-crafted cover letter.
Goal Setting
Do you know how to set goals for yourself? This workshop
will take you through a process to develop your own
structured goals that will help you achieve your objectives,
and ultimately lead to your success.
WORKSHOPS IN JUNE
Schedule of Events
All the services you need… All in one place!
1-877-761-1155 | Website | [email protected] Welcome Centre Markham North
8400 Woodbine Ave., Ste. 102-103, L3R 4N7
Interview Strategies
Learn how to interview like a pro by taking this workshop. In
this workshop, you will learn about the steps you can take to
prepare for your next interview, and leave a positive
impression with your potential employer.
Body Language
Getting ready for a job interview? The way you present
yourself and the body language you display during an
interview can greatly affect the outcome of your interview.
Learn about the messages you may be sending
unintentionally, and how you can make positive adjustments
in time for your next interview.
Diversity in the Workplace
What does it mean when we talk about diversity and
inclusivity? Participants will learn why diversity and inclusion
are important, how they are an essential part of every
workplace, and how organizations work towards creating
inclusive work environments for their employees.
Social Media/LinkedIn
Learn how to use social media as part of your job search
strategy by attending this workshop. Your social media profile
makes you accessible to others who are seeking a person
with your skills, qualifications, interests, and expertise.
Having a social media presence is a very effective way of
marketing yourself, developing networking connections,
linking to professional groups, and accessing resources
relevant to your field of interest.
Illegal Interview Questions
It is important when you’re looking for a job that you know
your rights. There are questions that employers are not
allowed to ask in an interview. In this workshop, you will
learn what these illegal questions are and how to best handle
them in a job interview situation.
Elevator Pitch
“So tell me about yourself. What do you do?” Your answer to
this question is important. It could be an opportunity missed
if you don’t know how to answer with confidence. This
workshop will guide you through the process of building your
pitch so the next time you hear this question you are ready to
sell yourself!
Networking and Direct Approach
Learn how to create opportunities for yourself through
networking and direct approach techniques. In this
workshop, you will learn how to be an enterprising job
applicant who can take the initiative to generate job
opportunities for yourself.
Internet Job Search
The Internet is overflowing with job websites making it
difficult to decide which ones to use. Are the ones you use
right now the best ones for you? How do you decide which
sites best fit your needs? This workshop will provide you with
some ideas and strategies for making your job search more
targeted and more efficient.
Apprenticeships
Attend this Apprenticeship information session to explore potential opportunities in the trades, understand the apprenticeship process, learn about incentives/scholarships available and see if you qualify. This information session will explore the various types of apprenticeships offered, eligibility criteria, funding options, the application process and help you prepare to begin this process.
Job Retention
Do you know what attributes employers value? Build your understanding of what employers expect from their employees in order to retain their job. Learn how to improve your soft skills, identify your strengths, and increase your value to an employer.
Table Talk
Table talk is an opportunity to converse and ask questions of employment experts, businesses, and community members. It is a great way to connect with one another during this time of isolation - receive support, encouragement, and find out the best ways for you to move forward.
Mature Workers
If you’re an over 40 job seeker join us for this informative
workshop to learn some strategic job search techniques that
will help you triumph over negative age-related stereotypes.
This workshop is designed to assist mature individuals to
assess and pursue career options based on their many years
of accumulated skills and experience.
Newcomer Services Information Session
Are you a Newcomer to Canada? Do you know about the
services available to you such as Settlement and Integration
Services, English language classes, Employment support
services, Accreditation and Qualifications Assistance, and
Interpretation Services among many others? Attend this
workshop to learn about these programs and services and
how you can access them.
Is Self-employment for You?
This workshop will explore whether or not owning your own
business is the right employment choice for you. The
discussion includes the pros and cons of self-employment,
what you need to know to help you get started, and your next
steps.
WORKSHOPS IN JUNE
Schedule of Events
All the services you need… All in one place!
1-877-761-1155 | Website | [email protected] Welcome Centre Markham North
8400 Woodbine Ave., Ste. 102-103, L3R 4N7
Strategies for Job Fair Success
Does the thought of attending a job fair seem overwhelming
to you? This workshop will help you to better prepare for
your next job fair whether that be in person or virtually. You
will learn about how to prepare, what to prepare, and what
to do during and after the job fair to ensure that you make
the most of your experience.
Work from Home
The Internet is flooded with work from home opportunities.
One of the biggest challenges is finding one that is legitimate.
This workshop will provide you with tips on how to safely
investigate a prospective opportunity, how to recognize a
scam, and what you should do if you think you have been
scammed.
Roadmap to Employment
Attend this workshop to learn how you can establish a
healthy work/life balance by learning about resources
available to you and how to put them to use. The Roadmap to
Employment workshop will show how the skills you have
mastered and the skills you are learning relate to the job
market, and how to use these attributes to source jobs and
advance your career goals.
Youth Services
Are you between the age of 15-29? Come and explore career
options designed specifically for this age group. Learn
successful job search strategies, including how to develop a
winning resume, connect with employers, gain work
experience, create your unique brand, ace an interview
and/or start your own business. This workshop will help you
explore all of the programs and services available to help you
on your career path.
WORKSHOPS IN JUNE