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SUMMARY:ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION - NEW EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM FOR NEWCOMER WOMEN
DESCRIPTION:Do you identify as a Visible Minority Newcomer Woman? \nIf YES\, then this may be the perfect program for you! \nWe will help you to: \n• Assess your employability skills \n• Gain insights into the labour market\, and better understand how your skills match with labour market demands \n• Build a realistic career action plan between assessed skill levels and required job skills \n• Apply for jobs with customized resumes and cover letters \n• Master responses to interview questions \n• Meet and connect with local employers \n• Represent yourself with confidence at networking events \n• Transition successfully on the job with one-on-one support \n• Understand workplace culture and communication skills which are essential for navigating on the job \nBe inspired by accomplished guest speakers\, mentors and coaches \n*Free child care and transportation available \nAre you ready to challenge yourself and succeed in the labour market? \nYou are invited to learn more about this program at our Information Session. \nProgram Eligibility: \n\nCLB level 5 +\nMust identify as a visible minority newcomer woman \nPermanent resident of Canada\nConvention refugee with valid work permit\nMust be willing to volunteer in this research project\nMust be unemployed or underemployed\n\nThis event takes place ONLINE (via Zoom) – Please contact Nadiya nadiya@ottawa-worldskills.org \nYou will receive the link to join the event after you register on Eventbrite and shortly before the event. \nDate: July 14\, 2020 (Tue) \nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nEmail: nadiya@ottawa-worldskills.org \nThis initiative is part of a research project with the Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC)\, which is funded by Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/online-information-session-new-employment-program-for-newcomer-women-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200714T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20200706T140935Z
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UID:10000062-1594720800-1594726200@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Travaillez pour la fonction publique : Un atelier d'introduction
DESCRIPTION:Pensez-vous à travailler pour la fonction publique au Canada? Voulez-vous obtenir d’information à propos des emplois avec le gouvernement?\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRejoindrez-nous pour notre atelier “Travaillez pour la fonction publique” . \nA cet atelier introductoire\, vous allez obtenir : \n• Un aperçu de la fonction publique (fédérale\, provinciale\, et municipale) \n• Information sur les opportunités d’emploi et de carrière en la fonction publique \n• Les outils\, ressources\, et options comment naviguer la fonction publique \nCet atelier sera présenté en français utilisant Zoom. Vous allez recevoir un lien pour l’atelier après que vous soyez inscrits. Veuillez vous inscrire directement ici.  \nVeuillez noter : cet évènement est seulement pour les clients de Compétences Mondiales. Si vous n’êtes pas déjà client\, veuillez contacter notre réception à ws@ottawa-worldskills.org pour fixer un rendez-vous.  \nNous avons hâte de vous revoir !
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/travaillez-pour-la-fonction-publique-un-atelier-dintroduction/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200709T113000
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CREATED:20200707T061607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200707T061621Z
UID:10000060-1594288800-1594294200@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Newfound Recruiting Information & Coaching Event
DESCRIPTION:Recruiting event for IT Clients  \n 
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/newfound-recruiting-information-coaching-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200708T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200708T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20200626T180549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200626T180549Z
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SUMMARY:Public Sector Employer Panel
DESCRIPTION:In light of the unprecedented challenges that COVID-19 has brought in our professional lives\, World Skills Employment Centre is hosting an online panel discussion to help newcomer job seekers get a better sense of the current and foreseeable job opportunities in the Public Sector. \nWhen: Wednesday July 8\, 2020 between 2 PM and 4 PM\nWhere: Online on Zoom \nPanelists from the Public Sector will be speaking to the pre-screened candidates of the Federal Internship for Newcomers (FIN) Program 2020-2021\, and answer their questions about how to find work in the Public Sector now and after the pandemic is over.\nThis event will give you an opportunity to receive valuable tips on navigating the Public Sector\, and will also help you build your professional network. \nHOW TO PREPARE:\n• Come ready with questions relevant to your job search and employment goals\n• Panelists will be answering questions\, so make the most of this opportunity to gain valuable information to help you in your career progression \nPlease note: Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis and is only available to those who were pre-screened by World Skills for FIN 2020-2021.  \n 
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/public-sector-employer-panel/
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SUMMARY:ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION - NEW EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM FOR NEWCOMER WOMEN
DESCRIPTION:Do you identify as a Visible Minority Newcomer Woman? \nIf YES\, then this may be the perfect program for you! \nWe will help you to: \n• Assess your employability skills \n• Gain insights into the labour market\, and better understand how your skills match with labour market demands \n• Build a realistic career action plan between assessed skill levels and required job skills \n• Apply for jobs with customized resumes and cover letters \n• Master responses to interview questions \n• Meet and connect with local employers \n• Represent yourself with confidence at networking events \n• Transition successfully on the job with one-on-one support \n• Understand workplace culture and communication skills which are essential for navigating on the job \nBe inspired by accomplished guest speakers\, mentors and coaches \n*Free child care and transportation available \nAre you ready to challenge yourself and succeed in the labour market? \nYou are invited to learn more about this program at our Information Session. \nProgram Eligibility: \n\nCLB level 5 +\nMust identify as a visible minority newcomer woman \nPermanent resident of Canada\nConvention refugee with valid work permit\nMust be willing to volunteer in this research project\nMust be unemployed or underemployed\n\nThis event takes place ONLINE (via Zoom) – Please contact Nadiya nadiya@ottawa-worldskills.org \nYou will receive the link to join the event after you register on Eventbrite and shortly before the event. \nDate: July 7\, 2020 (Tue) \nTime: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nEmail: nadiya@ottawa-worldskills.org \nThis initiative is part of a research project with the Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC)\, which is funded by Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/online-information-session-new-employment-program-for-newcomer-women-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200630T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20200618T195132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T195132Z
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SUMMARY:ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION - NEW EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM FOR NEWCOMER WOMEN
DESCRIPTION:Do you identify as a Visible Minority Newcomer Woman? \nIf YES\, then this may be the perfect program for you! \nWe will help you to: \n• Assess your employability skills \n• Gain insights into the labour market\, and better understand how your skills match with labour market demands \n• Build a realistic career action plan between assessed skill levels and required job skills \n• Apply for jobs with customized resumes and cover letters \n• Master responses to interview questions \n• Meet and connect with local employers \n• Represent yourself with confidence at networking events \n• Transition successfully on the job with one-on-one support \n• Understand workplace culture and communication skills which are essential for navigating on the job \nBe inspired by accomplished guest speakers\, mentors and coaches \n*Free child care and transportation available \nAre you ready to challenge yourself and succeed in the labour market? \nYou are invited to learn more about this program at our Information Session. \nProgram Eligibility: \n\nCLB level 5 +\nMust identify as a visible minority newcomer woman \nPermanent resident of Canada\nConvention refugee with valid work permit\nMust be willing to volunteer in this research project\nMust be unemployed or underemployed\n\nThis event takes place ONLINE (via Zoom) – Please contact Nadiya nadiya@ottawa-worldskills.org \nYou will receive the link to join the event after you register on Eventbrite and shortly before the event. \nDate: June 30\, 2020 (Tue) \nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nEmail: nadiya@ottawa-worldskills.org \nThis initiative is part of a research project with the Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC)\, which is funded by Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/online-information-session-new-employment-program-for-newcomer-women-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200626T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20200618T202148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T191524Z
UID:10000050-1593165600-1593172800@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:World Skills - CPA Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us on: Friday\, June 26\, 2020\, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM \n  \nPlease register before JUNE 23 at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/accounting-for-the-future-tickets-108906490244 \n  \nThis Webinar will help you to better understand how the CPA designation can improve your employment career prospects and help you achieve long-term career success. \n  \nYou will learn about the CPA program and admission requirements\, and how to transition your international education and experience into the CPA designation. You will also hear from guest speakers who will share their personal experiences and CPA journey\, learn about available financial resources to help you pay for CPA program costs\, and current and future employment trends in the finance and accounting sectors. \n 
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/ws-cpa-info-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200623T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200623T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20200618T193946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T193946Z
UID:10000038-1592920800-1592928000@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION - NEW EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM FOR NEWCOMER WOMEN
DESCRIPTION:Do you identify as a Visible Minority Newcomer Woman? \nIf YES\, then this may be the perfect program for you! \nWe will help you to: \n• Assess your employability skills \n• Gain insights into the labour market\, and better understand how your skills match with labour market demands \n• Build a realistic career action plan between assessed skill levels and required job skills \n• Apply for jobs with customized resumes and cover letters \n• Master responses to interview questions \n• Meet and connect with local employers \n• Represent yourself with confidence at networking events \n• Transition successfully on the job with one-on-one support \n• Understand workplace culture and communication skills which are essential for navigating on the job \nBe inspired by accomplished guest speakers\, mentors and coaches \n*Free child care and transportation available \nAre you ready to challenge yourself and succeed in the labour market? \nYou are invited to learn more about this program at our Information Session. \nProgram Eligibility: \n\nCLB level 5 +\nMust identify as a visible minority newcomer woman \nPermanent resident of Canada\nConvention refugee with valid work permit\nMust be willing to volunteer in this research project\nMust be unemployed or underemployed\n\nThis event takes place ONLINE (via Zoom) – Please contact Nadiya nadiya@ottawa-worldskills.org \nYou will receive the link to join the event after you register on Eventbrite and shortly before the event. \nDate: June 23\, 2020 (Tue) \nTime: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nEmail: nadiya@ottawa-worldskills.org \nThis initiative is part of a research project with the Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC)\, which is funded by Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/online-information-session-new-employment-program-for-newcomer-women-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20200616T142015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T142015Z
UID:10000039-1592319600-1592326800@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:ONLINE INFORMATION SESSION - NEW EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM FOR NEWCOMER WOMEN
DESCRIPTION:Do you identify as a Visible Minority Newcomer Woman?  \nIf YES\, then this may be the perfect program for you!  \nWe will help you to:  \n• Assess your employability skills  \n• Gain insights into the labour market\, and better understand how your skills match with labour market demands  \n• Build a realistic career action plan between assessed skill levels and required job skills  \n• Apply for jobs with customized resumes and cover letters  \n• Master responses to interview questions  \n• Meet and connect with local employers  \n• Represent yourself with confidence at networking events  \n• Transition successfully on the job with one-on-one support  \n• Understand workplace culture and communication skills which are essential for navigating on the job  \nBe inspired by accomplished guest speakers\, mentors and coaches  \n*Free child care and transportation available  \nAre you ready to challenge yourself and succeed in the labour market?  \nYou are invited to learn more about this program at our Information Session.  \nProgram Eligibility:  \n\nCLB level 5 + \nMust identify as a visible minority newcomer woman \nPermanent resident of Canada \nConvention refugee with valid work permit \nMust be willing to volunteer in this research project \nMust be unemployed or underemployed \n\nThis event takes place ONLINE (via Zoom) – Please contact Nadiya nadiya@ottawa-worldskills.org  \nYou will receive the link to join the event after you register on Eventbrite and shortly before the event.  \nDate: June 16\, 2020 (Tue) \nTime: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM  \nEmail: nadiya@ottawa-worldskills.org  \nThis initiative is part of a research project with the Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC)\, which is funded by Immigration\, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/online-information-session-new-employment-program-for-newcomer-women/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20200611T202229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200612T145035Z
UID:10000041-1592316000-1592323200@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Networking Tips for your Job Search
DESCRIPTION:Networking Tips for your Job Search
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/networking-tips-for-your-job-search/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200611T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200611T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20200604T191832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200604T191832Z
UID:10000043-1591873200-1591878600@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Info Session: Humber College’s Bridging Program in Engineering Skills Enhancement
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/info-session-humber-colleges-bridging-program-in-engineering-skills-enhancement/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20200213T035950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200213T040129Z
UID:10000045-1582538400-1582545600@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:ENW Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to know more about our innovative new employment program for newcomer women?\n  \nEmpowering Newcomer Women to Succeed in the Canadian Labor Market is a game-changing initiative that supports visible minority newcomer women to access the labour market. The program is delivered in partnership with Immigrant Women Services Ottawa! \n\n\n \n\n\nAttend the next info session taking place Tuesday\, February 19th\, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at 219 Argyle Ave Boardroom 1.\n\n\n \n\n\nFor more information & to register click the link below: \n\n  \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/innovative-new-employment-program-for-newcomer-women-tickets-92360295129
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/enw-info-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20200212T210511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200212T210856Z
UID:10000047-1582203600-1582214400@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:World Skills 4th Annual Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nWorld Skills Employment Centre is excited to announce its 4th Annual Job Fair on February 20th\, 2020 at the Gloucester Shopping Centre. If you are a newcomer job seeker in Ottawa\, please register to save your spot!  \n\n\n\n\nWorld Skills Employment Centre Annual Job Fair for Newcomers \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre you a newcomer looking for a job in Ottawa? \nWould you like to meet and network with over 25 employers? \nWorld Skills Annual Job Fair is a great opportunity to: \n· Expand your network \n· Meet potential employers \n· Hand out resumes and gain knowledge of Ottawa’s labour market \nDate: February 20\, 2020 \nRegistration time: 12:30 pm \nEvent Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm \nVenue: Gloucester Mall \n1980 Ogilvie Rd\, Gloucester\, ON K1J 9L3 \nRemember to bring your resume and business card! \n  \nDISCLAIMER \nPlease be advised\, by attending our 4th Annual Job Fair\, you consent to the use of photos & videos for World Skills promotional purposes.
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/world-skills-4th-annual-job-fair/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200219T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20200212T211654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200212T212134Z
UID:10000046-1582124400-1582124400@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:ENW Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to know more about our innovative new employment program for newcomer women?\n  \nEmpowering Newcomer Women to Succeed in the Canadian Labor Market is a game-changing initiative that supports visible minority newcomer women to access the labour market. The program is delivered in partnership with Immigrant Women Services Ottawa! \n\n\n \n\n\nAttend the next info session taking place Tuesday\, February 19th\, from 3-5 pm at 815 St. Laurent Blvd Room 220.\n\n\n \n\n\nFor more information & to register click the link below: \n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/innovative-new-employment-program-for-newcomer-women-tickets-92365759473
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/enw-information-sessions/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191030T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20191018T200638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191018T200638Z
UID:10000152-1572427800-1572436800@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Amazon Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:Amazon is hiring for their new warehouse!\nPlease join us on October 30th to find out more about the career opportunities available with Amazon. \nWe will be joined by recruiters from Amazon who will be available to answer any questions you have regarding employment with the Amazon Fulfillment Center and who will help explain the application process. \nDon’t miss out on this great opportunity! \nEligibility requirements: \n-Be 18 years of age or older \n-Have a high school diploma \n-Be comfortable working at heights \n-Be able to lift 49 lbs \n-Be able to follow directions in English \n-Have access to a vehicle or other means of reliable transportation (no bus service is currently available to Amazon) \n-Be available for full time employment \nDate: October 30th\, 9:30 am-12:00 pm\nLocation: 219 Argyle Avenue\, First Floor\, Room 113/114\nPlease arrive by 9:00 am for registration with a copy of your resume on hand!\n  \nSign Up Here : https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/amazon-hiring-event-tickets-77349188505?aff=erelexpmlt
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/amazon-hiring-event/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20190916T183757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190917T193922Z
UID:10000155-1570111200-1570190400@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Interested in Starting a Business? We Can Help!
DESCRIPTION:New to Canada?\nInterested in Starting a Business?\nWe Can Help! \nEntrepreneurship Connections® helps newcomers who plan to start a business in Canada. If you have owned or operated a business outside Canada\, or would like to launch one here\, this innovative and informative program will assist you with setting up a successful small business in the Canadian market. \nProgram Benefits\n• Develop a business plan • Learn about the legal aspects of starting your business in Canada • Receive techniques to present your business to different target groups • Learn about financing options • Hear about government resources for small business • Strengthen your understanding of Human Resources • Cover topics such as marketing your business\, market research\, cash flow\, sales\, taxation and social media • Work with established entrepreneurs as mentors \nOttawa Program October 29 – November 22\, 2019\nProgram Location: World Skills Employment Centre 113 – 219 Argyle Avenue\, Ottawa\, ON\nUpcoming Information Sessions Thursday\, October 3rd\, 2019 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm or Friday\, October 4th\, 2019 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nRegistration and Questions: \n To participate in the program\, please attend an information session. Register here! \nFor more information\, please call 613-233-0453 ext.337
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/6468/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20190923T172542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190923T172737Z
UID:10000154-1569402000-1569427200@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Learning and Development for Finance and Accounting Professionals
DESCRIPTION:World Skills would like to invite you to a day of professional learning and development events for Finance\, Accounting and Business Professionals. The purpose of this day is to provide you with information and networking opportunities that will support your employment search. \nThe day has two parts and you can attend one or both events. \nPart 1 (9:00 am – 12:00 pm) is an opportunity to learn about the licensing and accreditation process for accounting and finance professionals. It will be a fantastic opportunity to ask questions as well as hear from others about their journey to securing employment here in Canada. As well as experts from CPA\, we will be joined by a couple of other guest speakers from Ottawa Community Loan Fund and Recruiting in Motion. \nPart 2 (1:00 pm – 4:00 pm) will be an opportunity to network with employers\, find out about their hiring processes\, available opportunities and receive coaching and feedback with regards to your particular skill set and experience. Again\, a great chance to ask questions and find out more about what organizations are doing. There will 15 organizations joining us representing a cross-section of sectors from non-profit to banking and accounting. \nYou are welcome to come to join us for only one or both of the sessions depending on your interest.\n• Licensing and Accreditation (Morning Session: 9 am – 12 pm)\n• Networking and Employer meetings (Afternoon Session: 1 pm – 4 pm)  \nWhere: The Community Room\, 2nd Floor YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region180 Argyle Avenue\, Ottawa\, ON\, K2P 0N2 \nWe look forward to welcoming you on 25th of September!
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/learning-and-development-finance-and-accounting-for-professionals/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191207
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20190823T195604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190823T201325Z
UID:10000159-1567987200-1575676799@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Enhanced Language Training for Office Administration Course
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming Course:\nEnhanced Language Training for Office Administration \nDate:         September 09- December 06\, 2019\nDuration:   Monday\, Wednesday & Thursday (13 weeks)\nTime:           5:30 pm to 9:30 pm\nLocation:     World Skills\, 300-219 Argyle Avenue\, Ottawa ON K2P 2H4\nEligibility:            										         In order to register for this class\, you must:\n1. be a Permanent Resident or Convention Refugee\n2. live in Ontario; and\n3. have had an English language assessment within the last 12 months with a least level 6 completed. \nWhat you need to do:\n1. Email Raghad Alsalim at: raghad@ottawa-worldskills.org\n2. Please confirm only if you are certain that you can attend the whole course. We require an 80% attendance rate in order to provide a certificate of completion.\n3. Complete the registration form  https://forms.gle/ifjMdA1uSC38wRtp8 (click on the link)\n4. Please also let us know if you cannot participate\, so that we may contact other clients on the waiting list.
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/enhanced-language-training-for-office-administration-course/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191207
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20190823T194751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190823T201441Z
UID:10000157-1567987200-1575676799@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Enhanced Language Training for Public Administration Course
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming Course:\nEnhanced Language Training for Public Administration \nDate:         September 09- December 06\, 2019\nDuration:   Monday\, Wednesday & Thursday (13 weeks)\nTime:           5:30 pm to 9:30 pm\nLocation:     World Skills\, 300-219 Argyle Avenue\, Ottawa ON K2P 2H4\nEligibility:            										         In order to register for this class\, you must:\n1. be a Permanent Resident or Convention Refugee\n2. live in Ontario; and\n3. have had an English language assessment within the last 12 months with a least level 6 completed. \nWhat you need to do:\n1. Email Raghad Alsalim at: raghad@ottawa-worldskills.org\n2. Please confirm only if you are certain that you can attend the whole course. We require an 80% attendance rate in order to provide a certificate of completion.\n3. Complete the registration form https://forms.gle/5Nnff4rT3GEJSPNZ7 (click on the link)\n4. Please also let us know if you cannot participate\, so that we may contact other clients on the waiting list.
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/enhanced-language-training-for-public-administration-course/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191026
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20190821T172611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T133350Z
UID:10000158-1567468800-1572047999@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:English for Business and Project Management Course
DESCRIPTION:Date: September 03 to October 25\, 2019 \nDuration: Monday to Friday (8 weeks) \nTime: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm \nLocation: World Skills\, 300-219 Argyle Avenue\, Ottawa ON K2P 2H4 \nEligibility: In order to register for this class\, you must: \n1. be a Permanent Resident or Convention Refugee\n2. live in Ontario; and\n3. have had an English language assessment within the last 12 months with a least level 6 completed. \nWhat you need to do:\n1. Email Raghad Alsalim at: raghad@ottawa-worldskills.org \n2. Please confirm only if you are certain that you can attend the whole course. We require an 80% attendance rate in order to provide a certificate of completion.\n3. Complete the registration form (click on the link)\n4. Please also let us know if you cannot participate\, so that we may contact other clients on the waiting list. \nDaytime Child Minding Services:\n– Location: Immigrant Women Services Ottawa (IWSO) 219 Argyle Avenue\, second floor\n– For more information\, please contact Luz at (613) 729-3145\, ext. 236 \nTo take advantage of free child care services:\n– Your child must be between the ages of 19 months and 13 years old\n– Arrive several minutes in advance of the course start time to complete forms\n– Let us know in advance if you will use this service \nChild Care Services Rules: \n– Diaper changing is only done by the parent\n– Bring extra clothes in case they are needed\n– Apple juice and crackers are provided\, but no lunch\n– Bring your child’s food if more is needed provided that you will be at the workshop from 1 pm to 4 pm\n– Avoid peanuts and any other meals that can produce allergies
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/english-for-business-and-project-management-course/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190724T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190724T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20190716T153526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190716T153526Z
UID:10000124-1563984000-1563991200@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Recruitment Session Décathlon - Wednesday\, July 24 2019 -16h or 18h
DESCRIPTION:Décathlon\, a sports gear store\, is opening in Ottawa Sept 2019.  \n https://www.decathlon.ca/en/content/14-career \nThey are hosting a recruitment session at the former Rideau High School\, located at 815 St. Laurent Blvd.\, Room 124 (meet at the rear of the building). \nWednesday July 24th at 4pm to 6pm or from 6pm to 8pm (You can chose to be there at 4pm or at 6pm for the interview process) \nInterested candidates be ready to practice a sport for this interview; sportswear with sneakers suggested. \nThis is an opportunity to work with one of the largest sports equipment stores in the world; Decathlon is a French company with over 700 stores worldwide\, and will open their 3rd store in Canada in Ottawa\, the other 2 are in Montreal. \nDécathlon-July.24th-en \nDécathlon-24 juil.fr \n 
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/recruitment-session-decathlon-wednesday-july-24-2019-16h-or-18h/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190719T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20180626T141047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T160544Z
UID:10000066-1562580000-1563541200@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Career Access for Newcomers Workshop
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop\nYou must register in order to attend – Please contact us.\n  \nDelivered over six days\, in English only\, the Career Access for Newcomers (CAN) workshop offers a group-based learning environment where job seekers have the opportunity to learn and practice the skills needed to undertake a successful job search in Canada. Graduates of CAN have access to ongoing employment counselling support. \nThe workshops are delivered throughout two weeks as follows: Monday\, Tuesday\, Thursday (Week 1) and Tuesday\, Thursday and Friday (Week 2) \nFor questions and to register as a client\, you may also connect with our Reception at 613-233-0453 Ext. 300 or by e-mail ws@ottawa-worldskills.org 
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/career-access-for-newcomers-workshop/
ORGANIZER;CN="World Skills Employment Centre":MAILTO:ws@ottawa-worldskills.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190626T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190626T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20190619T204935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190619T204935Z
UID:10000123-1561541400-1561552200@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Resume Writing for Newcomer Job Seekers
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newcomer looking for work? \nDo you need help to improve your resume? \nIf you answered yes\, come to this event! \nThe purpose of this workshop is to provide participants with tools and guidance to build an effective resume in support of their job search. Specific learning outcomes will include: \n\nRecognize the purpose of a resume as a marketing tool\nEstablish a practice for creating a master resume\nDevelop effective content to outline experience and background\nUnderstand the structure and purpose of accomplishment statements\nIdentify three primary layouts of a resume\nReview what to include and not to include in a resume\nShare learnings with peers to foster further reflection and practice\n\nThis will be a three-hour\, single session aimed at providing participants with information on resume development. The session is planned as a single offering however\, we may provide value for additional groups including Resume Clinic support. \nOur presenter will be Suzanne Knight who has over 15 years of local experience in different areas of Human Resources such as talent acquisition\, health and wellness\, on-boarding\, performance management among many others. \nTo be able to attend\, REGISTER HERE!
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/resume-writing-for-newcomer-job-seekers/
ORGANIZER;CN="World Skills Employment Centre":MAILTO:ws@ottawa-worldskills.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20180625T202830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T195240Z
UID:10000149-1545242400-1545249600@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Résumé Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Job seekers are paired with management or human resources professional for one-on-one support in the development of their résumé. \nYou need to be a client of World Skills to participate. Fill-out the contact us form to book an appointment. To book your spot\, please register here..
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/resume-clinic-6/2018-12-19/
ORGANIZER;CN="World Skills Employment Centre":MAILTO:ws@ottawa-worldskills.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20180625T202533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T194955Z
UID:10000118-1545224400-1545231600@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Résumé Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Job seekers are paired with management or human resources professional for one-on-one support in the development of their résumé. \nYou need to be a client of World Skills to participate. Fill-out the contact us form to book an appointment. To book your spot\, please register here. .
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/resume-clinic-5/2018-12-19/
ORGANIZER;CN="World Skills Employment Centre":MAILTO:ws@ottawa-worldskills.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20180625T201957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T193532Z
UID:10000093-1545213600-1545220800@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Résumé Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Job seekers are paired with management or human resources professional for one-on-one support in the development of their résumé. \nYou need to be a client of World Skills to participate. Fill-out the contact us form to book an appointment. To book your spot\, please register here. 
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/resume-clinic-4/2018-12-19/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20180625T202830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T195240Z
UID:10000148-1544637600-1544644800@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Résumé Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Job seekers are paired with management or human resources professional for one-on-one support in the development of their résumé. \nYou need to be a client of World Skills to participate. Fill-out the contact us form to book an appointment. To book your spot\, please register here..
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/resume-clinic-6/2018-12-12/
ORGANIZER;CN="World Skills Employment Centre":MAILTO:ws@ottawa-worldskills.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20180625T202533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T194955Z
UID:10000117-1544619600-1544626800@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Résumé Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Job seekers are paired with management or human resources professional for one-on-one support in the development of their résumé. \nYou need to be a client of World Skills to participate. Fill-out the contact us form to book an appointment. To book your spot\, please register here. .
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/resume-clinic-5/2018-12-12/
ORGANIZER;CN="World Skills Employment Centre":MAILTO:ws@ottawa-worldskills.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20180625T201957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220921T193532Z
UID:10000092-1544608800-1544616000@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Résumé Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Job seekers are paired with management or human resources professional for one-on-one support in the development of their résumé. \nYou need to be a client of World Skills to participate. Fill-out the contact us form to book an appointment. To book your spot\, please register here. 
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/resume-clinic-4/2018-12-12/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T050126
CREATED:20180622T195821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T152032Z
UID:10000121-1544173200-1544184000@ottawa-worldskills.org
SUMMARY:Interview Roulette: Professional and personalized advice just for you!
DESCRIPTION:Getting the interview but not the job? Our professional HR coaches can help you. Practice your interview skills with six to eight coaches. \nYou need to be a client of World Skills to participate. Fill-out the contact us form to book an appointment. To book your spot\, please sign-up here.
URL:https://ottawa-worldskills.org/worldskills-event/interview-roulette-professional-and-personalized-advice-just-for-you-6/
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