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SUMMARY:Employer Networking: Networking Event with Desjardins\, Canada
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Monday\, April 13\, 11.00 -12.00 p.m. EST \nDescription: Join this event to connect with the hiring team from one of the leading banks in Canada – Desjardins. Register to learn more about the company\, its culture\, opportunities and hiring practices \nPresenter: Leyla Diop Mena\, Desjardins Partnerships Advisor\, International Strategy and Newcomers \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our April Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/employer-networking-networking-event-with-desjardins-canada/
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SUMMARY:Soft Skills workshop: Workplace Communication
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Tuesday\, April 14 & Thursday\, April 16\, 12.00 – 2.00 p.m. EST  \nDescription: In this workshop you will learn about two key types of workplace communication: presentations and meetings. You will learn how to plan and deliver a successful presentation and actively take part in meetings both as a leader and participant. Start today and turn challenges into opportunities. \nWhy join?\nThese workshops offer practical\, hands-on experience that employers value. You’ll leave with strategies to boost your confidence and thrive in your new environment. \nTo earn your certificate of completion\, you must: \n\nAttend both sessions on April 14 and 16 \nComplete the short assignments provided\n\nPresenter: Martin Blumrich\, Soft Skill Course Facilitator\, SOPA Manitoba \n*To register for Softs Skills workshops – SOPA clients contact your Intake Counselor or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/soft-skills-workshop-workplace-communication-3/
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SUMMARY:Information Session: Benefits\, Tax & Scam Information\, Manitoba
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Friday\, April 17\, 10.00 a.m.-11.00 a.m. EST \nDescription: This session is designed for newcomers who want to understand benefits\, credits\, and taxation in Canada before arriving\, and is also helpful for those who have recently arrived in Manitoba and are looking to better navigate financial supports and responsibilities. \nPresenter: Jessica Paul\, CVITP and Benefits Outreach Officer\, and Indigenous Services\, Western Region\, Canada Revenue Agency/Government of Canada \n*To register\, SOPA clients check your emails for our April Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/information-session-benefits-tax-scam-information-manitoba/
CATEGORIES:Information Session
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SUMMARY:Soft Skills workshop: Complex Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Date & Time: Tuesday\, April 21 & Thursday\, April 23\, 12.00 p.m. – 2.00 p.m. EST \nDescription: Learn how to navigate sensitive topics and resolve conflicts professionally with our Complex Conversations workshop. Gain practical strategies to communicate clearly\, manage emotions\, and maintain positive relationships in the workplace. Start today and turn challenges into opportunities! \nWhy join?\nThese workshops offer practical\, hands-on experience that employers value. You’ll leave with strategies to boost your confidence and thrive in your new environment. \nTo earn your certificate of completion\, you must: \n\nAttend both sessions on April 21 and 23\nComplete the short assignments provided\n\nPresenter: Josephine Wang\, Employment Services Advisor\, Employment\, Language & Social Enterprise Services\, SOPA British Columbia \n*To register\, SOPA clients contact your Intake Counselor and/or check your emails for our April Events Newsletter with links to register or email us: info@arriveprepared.ca. \nIf you are not yet a SOPA client\, please register as a new client to get employment support and access to our monthly events!
URL:https://arriveprepared.ca/event/soft-skills-workshop-complex-conversations-4/
CATEGORIES:Soft Skills Workshop
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