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The process of developing a customized back-to-work action plan that is specific to each individual job seekers’ achievements and objectives can often help to restore their self-esteem and confidence in their ability to meet employment goals. One job seeker states: “When I first arrived at the help centre I was absolutely squashed and had no … Continue reading
The Metrolinx Initial Business Case for GO East Extension Option 1 forecasts annual ridership of 6.3 million by 2031. Learn how this will help to transform communities in the Durham Region. Read Employment E-News – October 2019 – Navigating Shifting Sands Image provided by http://www.1COMMUNITY1.ca
The Pickering Welcome Centre extends a big thanks to representatives from Durham Recruiting, RBC, Durham Regional Police Services, City of Oshawa and Desjardin for contributing to a successful “Meet the Recruiter” event. Forty newcomers’ eager to pursue their choice of careers in Canada attended Meet the Recruiter. The event provided networking opportunities where attendees could … Continue reading
In September 2019, the Ontario Government appointed Training and Skills Advisors to consult with Industry and Stakeholders to help make the skilled trades and apprenticeship system more user friendly. Ross Romano, Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities announced that Adam Melnick and Andrew Pariser have been appointed as the new Training and Skills Advisors (TSAs) … Continue reading
Durham Health Care Providers are on track to submit a full Ontario Health Team (OHT) proposal to improve access to services and the patient experience. In July 2019, Durham Health Care Providers received the go ahead from the Ministry of Health (MOH) to submit a full application to become an Ontario Health Team (OHT). The … Continue reading
The Durham Regional Police Service Equity and Inclusion Unit partnered with Welcome Centre Immigrant Services to help newcomers feel welcome and informed. Together, they created a Newcomer and Visitor Guide pamphlet that provides pertinent information for Newcomers to Canada and the Region of Durham. Contact or visit us at the Durham Welcome Centres to obtain … Continue reading
TVO’s The Agenda Host Steve Paikin spoke with Oren Cass, Author of “The Once and Future Worker” to talk about a living wage. Steve asks – “Should someone with only a high school education be able to make a living wage, be the sole breadwinner in their home, afford a house, a car, and an … Continue reading
Election day is on Monday, October 21st! If you have moved recently or are voting for the first time, make sure your voter registration is up to date with Elections Canada. Visit elections.ca for more information. Read Employment E-News – October 2019 – Navigating Shifting Sands Image provided by http://www.1COMMUNITY1.ca
Previously announced cuts to the welfare system are currently in question as the Ford government directed municipalities to “destroy” inserts to October welfare cheques outlining cuts taking effect this fall. Anti-poverty activists and municipal officials are hopeful that the province may be reconsidering the changes, widely believed to be harmful to vulnerable children and people … Continue reading
Recently the Durham Region Unemployed Help Centre held its 36th Annual General Meeting in Oshawa with Guest Speaker Angela Hoyt. The topic of discussion was “Navigating the Shifting Sands in Employment Services.” The transformation of employment service delivery is on the horizon in Ontario with three Employment Ontario prototypes rolling out within the next year. … Continue reading
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