Never in North American living memory has Health Research dominated public affairs and people’s thoughts as it has these past two years. And never have there been more jobs in this sector. Health Research in Canada is carried out by 13 Institutes across the country located in hospitals and universities for example. Their work
World Skills will be closed on September 30th, 2021 for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Staff will be using this day to participate in local events and reflect on their role in reconciliation with Canada’s Indigenous communities. We invite you to do the same. Our staff met on September 29 to to have a
If you have you ever been robbed or cheated, then you know the feeling of being violated and ashamed of your gullibility. Every day, cunning criminals use false job opportunities (called “scams”) to rob job seekers, especially newcomers, of their money, their identity, their personal information, their dignity and much more. Because
In the fall of 2020, World Skills Employment Centre collaborated with Employment and Social Development Canada [ESDC] in creating an innovative approach to connecting amazing immigrant talent to opportunities at ESDC in the Ottawa region; specifically, for their Transformation Management Branch (TMB). About TMB TMB is responsible for transforming how ESDC delivers its services
It is a well-known fact that project managers holding the Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification are well sought after by employers from both the private and public sectors. As part of its commitment to create opportunities for its clients, World Skills Employment Center (WS) recently kicked off a pilot initiative called “PMP® Toolkit for Success.” A
United Way East Ontario is working to break down barriers and address social issues within our local communities. Supporting Prescott-Russell, Ottawa, Lanark and Renfrew, United Way strives for solutions that improve lives and create opportunities for those who need it most. On May 25th, Human Resources Coordinator Joanne Brakis met with the Empowering Visible Minority
The Empowering Visible Minority Newcomer Women program participants received comprehensive information on the recruitment process at Canada Revenue Agency [CRA], Government of Canada. On May 14th, CRA Representatives graciously dedicated their time to network and coach the ENW participants on the following topics: Potential jobs in the fields of Finance, Human Resources, Law, Policy and
If you’re seeking a rewarding career and would like to give back to your community, Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) may be the perfect organization for you. Currently employing over 4,000 people, CFMWS believes in working as a team to care for their members and one another. On May 4th, Joanne Jarocki,
Looking for more information on the COVID-19 Vaccines? Ottawa Public Health has put together a list of resources (websites, videos, handouts etc) for community partners and clients. Please be advised that these resources are constantly being updated, please frequently check for new details. TOP 3 Resources for Frontline Staff: Service provider presentationin English and French Présentation
The Empowering Visible Minority Newcomer Women program participants got a sneak peek of what it’s like to be a part of the Connected Canadians team. In our latest Targeted Recruitment event, the ladies were introduced to Connected Canadians, a non-profit organization founded in Ottawa that promotes digital literacy skills for seniors and older adults across
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