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January 2021
Professional Branding
Increase your visibility for a successful job search. Learn how to be competitive in today’s job market, find new employment opportunities, and grow your career. Learn about: How to stand out in the job search process Identifying your strengths and accomplishments Showcasing what you can offer potential employers Simple steps to develop a branding statement Self-promotion strategies Where to effectively promote yourself Connecting with targeted employers and companies and more! Learn how to market yourself to employers. Register for Professional…
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Girls in STEM – Renewable Energy
Calling all newcomer girls in high school! If you are a go getter, a high achiever, if you have an interest in science and technology, this program is for you! You have heard of renewable energy, but what is it??? How do you know if the energy you use is renewable or not? What does an environmental engineer do? How can green energy lead to a low-carbon future? Explore these questions and build your own renewable energy powered creations at…
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Career Exploration Opportunities
This 4-day workshop assesses an individual’s strengths, interests, values and personality dimensions. It provides guidance for career exploration, familiarizing attendees with labour market research and potential career directions. Participants must be registered with JVS Toronto and referred by an Employment Counsellor in order to attend. For more information, please contact rjames@jvstoronto.org. To register for services at JVS Toronto, please fill out a New Client Registration Form.
Find out more »LinkedIn for Job Seekers
How to Connect to Jobs on LinkedIn Whether you are looking for a job, a new graduate, or making a career change, it is important to build an effective online presence. Discover how to create an “All Star” LinkedIn profile and use it to expand your network, find employment opportunities and let potential employers know what makes you unique. Learn about: How LinkedIn is useful for job seekers Ways to build a profile that attracts employers How to use your…
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Occupational Health and Safety Training
The Ministry of Labour, Training, and Skills Development is providing access to free online occupational health and safety training via the Occupational Health and Safety Training Initiative (OHSTI) which helps Ontario’s workers safely return to work. By covering training costs, the ministry is removing financial barriers to training, enabling workers and jobseekers to acquire the skills they need to find or return to work. Free Courses Include: Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Conducting Investigations Health and Safety Representative…
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