'"I need a lawyer but can't afford one. Where can I get help with legal problems?" Legal Aid Ontario has changed their policy and no longer offer legal aid clinics at the library. But don't worry–help is still out there. You can contact Legal Aid Ontario at their website or, during regular business hours, by phone at […]
A career counselor from CultureLink will help newcomers who are Permanent Residents, Convention Refugees, or Live-In Caregivers with developing a professional resume, cover letters, job interview techniques, how to market your skills effectively, Canadian labour market information, networking/hidden job market, understanding work place culture, and other job search tools. When: June 11, 12, 13, 14, […]
Gap years and apprenticeships are a couple of things you may be considering when thinking about what to do after high school. Why not join us at the North York Central Library for the start of our Generation Next Series? We will have speakers on such topics as The Gap Year Alternative and What You Need to […]
The Income Tax Clinic at North York Central Library will resume on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, at 9:30 a.m. We recommend you arrive early. The clinic operates on a "first come, first served" basis. This is a FREE, community income tax program offered by volunteers who are trained by the Canada Revenue Agency. It is available […]
Are you new to Canada? As confused about income taxes as the rest of us? Join us Tuesday evening, March 6, 2012, at 6:30 in the Auditorium at the North York Central Library for our Newcomers to Canada and Income Tax seminar. A representative from the CRA (Canada Revenue Agency) will explain taxpayer responsibilities, taxpayer […]
Job fairs are a great way to network, gather information, meet employers, and cast your net to hook the right employer and job for YOU. You might be new to Canada, a new graduate, have a disability, be looking to re-enter the job market, or to change your career. Job fairs can be exciting or […]
Come and join us Thursday, March 8, 2012 for the Career and Job Fair, Opening Doors to Your Future When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: North York Central Library, 5120 Yonge St. Exhibitors include: Canadian Tire, InCharge Canada, Paragon Security, VHA Home HealthCare, and many, many more! For more information, call Terruce Lau at […]
You are looking for a job but you are no longer the new kid on the block. Will employers appreciate your skills and experience? Will they see your excitement, vibrancy, commitment, and dedication? Or will your age be a barrier, denying you a good job and the employer a terrific employee? Don't be intimidated. Jobs […]
"RRSP season is upon us! You say to yourself, "I have all this money and don't know what to do with it –or am I dreaming?" I could spend it, buy a fancy car, travel, or maybe I could put it away for the future and avoid paying taxes, at leat a little bit." Thursday, […]
Have you ever heard of Martha Stewart, Steve Jobs, or Peter Pocklington? It doesn't matter if you are into cooking, entertaining, new technology, or sports, I'm sure these names are as familiar to you as they are to me and maybe, just like me, you'd like to know a bit about the "person." What were […]