Job & Career Fairs, August, September & October 2009 in the GTA
After a bit of a slow down, more job fairs have been announced. I have concentrated on Toronto job fairs but I have listed two specialized ones that might interest some of you. Both are being held in Mississauga. There is even another opportunity for students to get a summer job at the Exhibition.
Date: Friday, August 7, 2009
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Location: James Cardinal McGuigan Catholic High School, 1440 Finch Avenue West, (near Keele and Finch)
Job start date: August 21, 2009.
Positions include: counter help, cashier, food preparation, cook, set-up and breakdown.
Important: telephone North York YMCA Summer Jobs Service at 416-635-9622 to schedule an interview. Work at the Ex!
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2009
Time: 5pm – 7pm
Location: 151 City Centre Drive, Suite 800, Mississauga
RCMP, OPP, local police, security companies, Canadian Forces. For more information, call the YMCA, 1-905-276-9329.
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2009
Time: 2pm – 4 pm
Location: Bloor Dundas Employment Centre, 1610 Bloor Street West, between Dundas and Keele.
Meet employers that are hiring now. Bring your resume and dress for success.
More information: 416-535-8448
Employer Fair – Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment (Air Canada Centre)
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Time: 10am – 4pm
Location: Toronto Centre Employment Resource Centre, 21 St. Clair St. East, Suite 600.
You must be 18 years old or older. Bring your updated resume, photo ID, work related references and be prepared to try out.
Try out for these jobs: beverage server, apprentice cook, gate staff, usher, concession attendant, concession kitchen worker, event security officer (must have valid security license).
Registration is not required but you can register or get more information by calling 416-515-9363.
MSEmploy Canada's Toronto Career Fair
Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Time: 1pm – 6 pm
Location: Microsoft Canada Head Office, 1950 Meadowvale Blvd, Mississauga, ON
Interview with IT Recruiters at MSEmploy Canada's Toronto Career Fair
Register for the event on MSEmploy's site.
Job Fair at Alliance Neighbourhood Services
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2009
Time: 10am – 1pm
Location: 909 Jane Street
Bring copies of your resume and references. Don't wear jeans, t-shirts or tennis shoes. Confirmed employers so far: LCBO, IKEA, Danier Leather ,Walmart.
More information: 416-249-6742
September and October 2009:
2009 Job Career Fair at University Settlement
When: Wednesday September 16, 2009
Time: 10am – 3pm
Location: University Settlement, 23 Grange Road, Toronto
Open to all. Free admission. Please bring along copies of your resume!
More information: 416-977-8325 or jobfair@usrc.ca
Over 30 industry leaders will be present:
Finance and Banking
Health Care Services
Call Centre & Customer Services
Government & Non-Profit Services
Warehouse and Manufacturing
Security Services
Retail Sales & marketing
Food Services
Career Training and Upgrading
Getting there:
- From Osgoode Station walk west on Queen St, or get on the 501 Queen streetcar Westbound, and get off at McCaul. Walk north on McCaul, and turn left at Grange Rd. The Job Fair is at 23 Grange Rd.
- From St. Patrick Station walk west on Dundas St, or take the 505 Dundas streetcar Westbound, and get off at McCaul St. Walk South on McCaul, and turn right at Grange Rd.
See the flyer for this event.
National Career Event – technology & engineering
Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Time: 10am – 5pm
Location: Hilton Toronto Hotel, 145 Richmond Street West, Toronto
National Career Event is of special interest to professionals in technology & engineering (2 years' professional experience requested). The Fair will also offer General Career Opportunities.
Free. Register online to receive emails about exhibitors, etc.
Date: Tuesday and Wednesday, September 22, 2009 to September 23, 2009
Time: 10am – 7pm
Location: Metro Toronto Convention Center, 255 Front Street West, Toronto, North Building
There is a small fee – $3.75 general admission
For more information, see the National Job Fair & Training Expo website.
NAPP Canada Job Fair – October
Check out this event in October – Thursday, October 22, 2009 at Centennial College Residence and Conference Centre, 940 Progress Road in Scarborough.
Free. Pre-register online. There is also an earlier session in Mississauga, on October 1, 2009.
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