The weather has been wonderful this week! If you are new to Manitoba this is NOT normal so don’t get too comfortable! However, there are many activities and resources below to keep you busy when it does turn cold! Southern Manitoba Regional Connections Dance Classes (Altona) Newcomer Welcome Evening Winnipeg Seven Oaks Immigrant Services (@sevenoaksimmigrantservices) SEED […]
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Happy New Year! There are TONS of Newcomer activities going on this month! Sorry it’s a day late we’ve all had the flu! Southern Manitoba Regional Connections Welcome to Canada Workshop Monday January 16 (Morden) Wednesday January 18 (Winkler) Thursday January 19 (Altona) Dance Classes (Altona) Newcomer Welcome Evening Winnipeg Seven Oaks Immigrant Services (@sevenoaksimmigrantservices)
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December 23rd Edition It is COLD out there! However if you look at a map of Canada, Manitoba is probably the best place to be right now! (no storms, just cold). Since it is almost Christmas, the resources below won’t start until January. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t plan ahead. Grab a pen and
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December 15th Edition Another Friday, another resource roundup! Whether you are outside enjoying the snow (like me!) or cozy inside, check out the resources below. There is something for everyone! Southern Manitoba Regional Connections Thinking of moving to Southern Manitoba? Regional Connections is having information sessions (in person) on both Morden & Winkler. Are You
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It might be a freezing Friday, but this list of Newcomer resources will warm you up! For more information and other resources check out my Instagram stories @prairieskyenglish Southern Manitoba 1. Regional Connections How to Become a Licensed Hairstylist in Manitoba Effective Resumes & Impressive Interviews Beyond the Resume: How to WOW as an Internationally
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Now I want to be clear, if you are an employer, you should be investing in ALL of your staff. However, with Canada’s 2022- 2024 Immigration Plan to welcome 431, 645 permanent residents in 2022 and then: 447, 055 in 2023 451, 000 in 2024 It’s something Canadian employers need to start thinking more about.
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This year I started a new seasonal part-time job. In the last month I have: Interviewed and hired staff. Developed and coordinated a training/mentorship program. Created a training manual for staff. Scheduled staff for work. Along with these tasks, over the next few months I will also be: Managing invoices Supervising staff Dealing with any
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As I look outside my window here in Manitoba, you would not think it’s April 25. Yet it’s that time of year. The time for summer jobs. Many of us look at summer jobs as only for students (university, college or high school). While many are geared towards students, most are really just entry level
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Part 2 of Essential Skills. Learn how to use Essential Skills and find the job that best fits you! Dream job here we come!
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Note: The Government of Canada is now referring to these as the Skills for Success. I have been in the Essential Skills world for 10+ years. Before that I had never heard of them. In fact, most Canadians are not aware of them. Yet they should be. “Essential Skills are the foundation skills everyone uses
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