To make it even easier for you to access the job search support you’re looking for, we’re introducing free VIRTUAL events that you can access from any mobile device or computer. You’ll get the same quality content that you would in an in-person event. You’ll have the chance to interact with other virtual participants. And you can ask our expert staff questions and get answers in real time.
All of our virtual events are offered for FREE and are open to anyone. But space is limited. Register today to secure your virtual seat.
Register to attend a virtual event
Virtual Workshop: Networking
December 5 | 10:00 am
This course will offer insight into growing, strengthening, and activating your network.
Virtual Workshops: Social Media Etiquette
December 5 | 1:30 pm
Discover ways that you can apply social media etiquette to help create positive experiences for yourself and others.
Virtual Workshop: Identifying your Strengths, Skills, and Accomplishments
December 6 | 10:00 am
Take this workshop to accurately identify your strengths, skills, and personal accomplishments and learn how to ‘pitch’ them to potential employers.
Virtual Workshop: Workplace Communication
December 6 | 1:30 pm
This course focuses on how to get along in the workplace: we work on communication techniques, assertiveness, and showcasing a positive, likeable attitude—even on a bad day!
TTC Career Opportunities: Day Two
December 7 | 10:00 am
Due to the overwhelming response the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), in collaboration with VPI is hosting a second information session where you can learn about the Transit Operator position and other career opportunities within the TTC.
Virtual Workshop: Resume/Cover Letter Building
December 7 | 10:00 am
This workshop walks you through creating a compelling résumé, and when it’s finished, you’ll have the skills you need to get yours the attention it deserves.
Virtual Info Session: Canada Revenue Agency
December 7 | 10:00 am
Please join Guest Speaker - James Barclay, Volunteer and Outreach Officer from the Canada Revenue Agency to learn how the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) uses the information from your tax return to calculate your benefit and credit amounts and any related provincial or territorial payments.
Virtual Workshop: Job Interviews
December 7 | 1:30 pm
In this workshop, you will learn how to prepare for the interview, manage your stress, articulate your experience and learn how to answer difficult questions. Learning these interview skills will help you move one step closer to getting the job you want.
Virtual Workshop: Disclosure of Disabilities
December 8 | 10:00 am
In this workshop we will address these questions and discuss: how the law protects people with disabilities, the employer's obligation to accommodate people with disabilities and whether or not to disclose a disability to a potential employer.
Virtual Workshop: Customer Service Excellence
December 8 | 1:30 pm
This workshop will provide you with tools to interact with different personalities, overcome challenges and impress your clients, customers or patients. Across every industry we can all give more, reach higher and do better!
Virtual Workshop: Occupational Research
December 9 | 10:00 am
This course will teach you how to research the job market, so that you can stop wasting time on dead-ends and start making the most of your job search.
Virtual Workshop: Networking
December 12 | 10:00 am
This course will offer insight into growing, strengthening, and activating your network amid this pandemic!
Virtual Workshop: Managing Stress
December 12 | 1:30 pm
This workshop will introduce you to some information about stress, anger and anxiety disorders, as well as some strategies for dealing with them.
Virtual Info Session: Georgian College
December 12 | 1:30 pm
Discover the college sector and find out what supports are in place to help you be successful!
Virtual Workshop: Identifying your Strengths, Skills, and Accomplishments
December 13 | 10:00 am
Take this workshop to accurately identify your strengths, skills, and personal accomplishments and learn how to ‘pitch’ them to potential employers.
Virtual Workshop: Introduction to LinkedIn
December 13 | 1:30 pm
We'll discuss the fundamentals of LinkedIn, the required sections to have a complete profile, and give you a demonstration on how to set-up your profile.
Virtual Info Session: Fanshawe College
December 13 | 1:30 pm
This is an opportunity to learn about the Full-time and Part-time Post Secondary Programs offered LOCALLY within the Huron/Bruce Branch.
Virtual Workshop: Resume/Cover Letter Building
December 14 | 9:30 am
This workshop walks you through creating a compelling résumé, and when it’s finished, you’ll have the skills you need to get yours the attention it deserves.
Virtual Workshop: Job Interviews
December 14 | 1:30 pm
In this workshop, you will learn how to prepare for the interview, manage your stress, articulate your experience and learn how to answer difficult questions.
Virtual Workshop: Disclosure of Disabilities
December 15 | 10:00 am
In this workshop we will address these questions and discuss: how the law protects people with disabilities, the employer's obligation to accommodate people with disabilities and whether or not to disclose a disability to a potential employer.
Virtual Workshop: Job Searching 101
December 15 | 1:30 pm
This workshop is recommended for those who have never job searched or have not been job searching over a long period of time.
Virtual Workshop: Occupational Research
December 16 | 1:30 pm
This course will teach you how to research the job market, so that you can stop wasting time on dead-ends and start making the most of your job search.
Virtual Workshop: Networking
December 19 | 10:00 am
This course will offer insight into growing, strengthening, and activating your network amid this pandemic!
Virtual Info Session: Conestoga College - Trades and Apprenticeship
December 19 | 10:00 am
Please join us as Guest Speaker, Angelo Cosco, Chair, School of Trades and Apprenticeship from the Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, discusses how to build a rewarding career with a skilled trade. We’ll look into local educational opportunities to assist and get you ready for work. You'll also learn how to apply for a variety of apprenticeship and on-the-job training programs.
Virtual Workshop: Cultural Sensitivity
December 19 | 1:30 pm
By taking this virtual workshop, you will walk away with a better understanding of how to understand, learn about, and work with people whose cultural background is not the same as yours, and use this time in quarantine for valuable self-development!
Virtual Workshop: Identifying your Strengths, Skills, and Accomplishments
December 20 | 10:00 am
Take this workshop to accurately identify your strengths, skills, and personal accomplishments and learn how to ‘pitch’ them to potential employers.
Virtual Info Session: Employment, Education, and You - Pathways - ABEA
December 20 | 10:00 am
We'll look into local educational opportunities to assist you get ready for work. Options include academic upgrading, Grade 12 diploma and equivalents, post-secondary education, and apprenticeship. You will also learn about ABEA's services such as, skills assessment and action plans.
Virtual Workshop: Job Retention & Career Advancement
December 20 | 1:30 pm
This workshop will also discuss life after probation and how you can advance your career. With knowledge and some preparation, you can make the most of the opportunities available at your workplace and create new ones for yourself
Virtual Workshop: Resume/Cover Letter Building
December 21 | 9:30 am
This workshop walks you through creating a compelling résumé, and when it’s finished, you’ll have the skills you need to get yours the attention it deserves.
Virtual Workshop: Advanced LinkedIn
December 21 | 10:00 am
In this Advanced LinkedIn workshop, we discuss and provide demonstrations how to make your profile stand-out, special features, and LinkedIn Learning
Virtual Workshop: Job Interviews
December 21 | 1:30 pm
In this workshop, you will learn how to prepare for the interview, manage your stress, articulate your experience and learn how to answer difficult questions. Learning these interview skills will help you move one step closer to getting the job you want.