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Enviornmental Protection Career Opportunity PDF Print E-mail
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December 13, 2012
Arborist / Utility Arborist Pre-Apprenticeship

The Training Centre will be offering our first Arborist / Utility Arborist Pre-Apprenticeship Program in January 2013.  This program will run in partnership with Fleming College and the Learning Centre for Georgina.  There is no cost to participate in this program due to the funding received from the Ministry of Training, Colleges &...
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Are you prepared? PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
October 29, 2012
Are you prepared?

All this talk about Hurricane Sandy which is being called the “biggest storm to hit the United States of America” raises one very important question:  Are you prepared for a storm?  If you lose power or be stranded in your home, are you prepared with a survival kit?

Although we don’t live where the tropical storms hit, we are at times affected by the...
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How Social Media Affects Employment PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
September 28, 2012
Having trouble finding a job?  Things you may not know….

Social media has changed the way people interact.  The internet makes it easy to share photos, personal information (such as phone numbers, addresses, vacation details, etc.), communicate with others, vent our feelings, and stay in touch with people that every day life prevents us from doing.  What you may not know is that...
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Career as a Child Development Practitioner PDF Print E-mail
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March 19, 2012
Child Development Practitioner (formerly E.C.E.)

Childcare centers, nursery schools, self-employed daycare providers, family resource programs and facilities that provide early childhood education are always in need of Child Development Practitioners (formerly known as Early Childhood Educator E.C.E.).

If you enjoy implementing daily activities for young children, educating young children...
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How can you give back to the community this holiday season? PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
November 07, 2011
With another year soon coming to an end, the holiday season gives people time to reflect on the events of the year and spend quality time with friends and families.  This year has been difficult for many families in our community and they are depending on, or hope for, donations to help them through the holiday season.  Together we can make the holiday season enjoyable for all.  Here are...
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Keep Georgina Healthy! PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
November 03, 2011
Flu season is now upon us.  Residents of Georgina are encouraged to get their influenza vaccine.  “The influenza vaccine provides the best protection against the flu virus every year.  All residents, especially those at high-risk, are encouraged to get the vaccine and to take other precautionary measures to avoid getting sick”.

The flu season typically runs from November to...
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Cover Letters: The Basics PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
August 19, 2011
So you’ve successfully navigated the resume writing process.  Congratulations.  Now it is time to move on to what many employers consider to be an essential part of an application.  The cover letter.  Cover letters, if broken up into “chunks”, can be quite manageable.  Refer to these useful tips to keep your writing on...
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Top 10 Tips for Resumes PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
July 27, 2011
Creating a resume can be a stressful and slightly overwhelming experience.  Keep these pointers in mind to help smooth the process and create an attractive resume.

 

1. Keep it Simple

            Pick a simple layout that you like or mix together a couple from the internet to make an unique and professional resume.  Use a...
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3 Ways to Get Involved this Summer PDF Print E-mail
Written by Administrator   
July 20, 2011
1. Upgrade Your Skills:

This summer GTTI will be offering various programs with a focus on employability. These include, depending on the demand, Get SET for Employment and Smart Serve certification.  Call (905)-722-6300 for more information.  Also don’t forget that registration for the fall PSW program is August 23rd with a start date of September 9th!

There is also The Georgina...
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Splash! The Floating Water Festival PDF Print E-mail
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June 09, 2011
“Imagine a place---a floating building perhaps – where children, students, scientists, artists, businesses and citizens of all types come together to celebrate and learn about water.” 

So begins the vision for the Ontario Water Centre.  Conceived three years ago at multiple workshops hosted by the Ladies of the Lake and other groups, the plans for the centre are an exciting...
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