Job postings will sometimes ask for a CV (Curriculum Vitae) instead of the usual resume. Do you know the difference between a resume and a CV in Canada? I always thought they were the same thing. I was wrong! If you live in Quebec, the terms CV and resume tend to be used interchangeably. However, in Canada's other provinces, […]
Today, a customer came in looking for books on how to start a green business. We came across several books offering advice, steps and warnings for starting a green business. Start Your Own Green Business says, "…you can start your business, any business, as a green business…incorporating the environmental green into your plans and hopes of making the […]
This morning I came across an interesting article in the Metro about a financial literacy program being offered at Toronto's WoodGreen Community Services. This course helps newcomers learn about financial services in Canada, teaching them about service charges, high-interest credit, taxes, budgeting and other money matters. It is a pilot program called Financial Literacy for […]
Worldwide environmental consciousness has created a growing demand for green jobs. According to Eco Canada, the environment industry is one of the fastest growing sectors of the Canadian economy. A recent National Post article states that "while Canada's unemployment rate is high, demand for workers with skill and experience in the green sector remains strong." Trent University's […]
Are you looking for a job or trying to get out of a dead-end job? Steering Your Career by Youth in Motion is a program designed for young women looking to enhance their personal and professional skills. Program participants must be female and between the ages of 16 – 30 years old. Their monthly career and […]
Summer is almost here and students are on the hunt for summer jobs. I remember spending one spring/summer working at Centreville Amusement Park on Centre Island. It was a great summer working outdoors alongside other students. Youth Employment Services is a non-profit organization providing employment counselling, training and education. Their job board lists full-time, part-time and summer positions. […]
"The Big Freeze", "Ontario's Deep Freeze", and "A Sea of Red" are the morning headlines, the day after Finance Minister Dwight Duncan delivered his provincial budget. The 2010 Ontario Budget promises more stimulus spending while freezing wages for public service workers, postponing major transit expansion projects and reducing spending on Canadian Forces. Postponing the city's public transit expansion, […]
Enterprise Toronto will be hosting a full day of activity at the Small Business Arts Forum. It is organized in collaboration with Urban Arts, Community Arts Council, Cultural Careers Council of Ontario, and others, bringing together an aspiring and informative day to help bring the Arts into Business. When: Monday, March 22, 2010, 8:30 am – […]
Your Road to Employment YMCA Newcomer Information Centre will present a job search seminar in FARSI. Topics will include labour market information, credential assessment, services for internationally-trained professionals, and tips to help you in your job search process. When: Thursday, April 22, 2010, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pmWhere: North York Central Library, Auditorium FREE. Register […]
A representative from the Canada Revenue Agency will provide important information on the new combined Federal Sales Tax – HST (Harmonized Sales Tax). Find out how the HST works, who has to register, how to complete your HST return, and more. When: Thursday, March 25, 2010, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pmWhere: North York Central Library, Auditorium […]