On October 1, 2017 the minimum wage in Ontario was increased $0.20 from $11.40 to $11.60. This is the fourth of four scheduled increases between 2014 and 2017. There is also currently proposed legislation to increase the new minimum wage … Continued
Employer Success Story Key Facts Employer: Procor Limited Industry: Transportation Goal: Expand candidate pool Support offered 1 hiring event hosted at a VPI location candidate pre-screening Print, online, email and social media promotion Key Figures 52 hiring event attendees 6 … Continued
As the leaves begin to turn, many employers are back from vacation mode and ready to kick recruitment activity into high gear. This timing is great for young professionals looking for an entry-level position or the next step in their … Continued
We’re hosting several customer service training workshops across our branch locations in the GTA. This training is funded in part by the Government of Canada and Government of Ontario and offered to the public at no cost. If you are interested … Continued
Building a stronger community We’re excited to partner with the City of Hamilton and McQuesten Community Centre to offer one of Hamilton’s largest community events this year – the Community Connections Fair. This event is ideal for parents, young adults, … Continued
We’re hosting new sessions for Employment Ontario’s Youth Job Connection program in October. If you are between the ages of 15-29 and out-of-school, this program will help you secure employment in Southern Ontario. This FREE program is funded by the … Continued
This September, we rolled out a new and exciting customer service training workshop across our various locations in the GTA. This training is funded in part by the Government of Canada and Government of Ontario and offered to the public at … Continued
Landing an interview is an exciting experience, but you may not always know what to expect. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered . Our team has created a workshop specifically to help you improve your interview skills, so the next … Continued
We’re hosting new sessions for Employment Ontario’s Youth Job Connection program in September. The program helps youth 15-29 years old who are out-of-school secure employment in Southern Ontario. This FREE program is funded by the Government of Ontario and provided … Continued
We’re hosting three interactive presentation sessions on apprenticeships and trades. During each presentation different employers will be joining us to discuss career options and what they look for when hiring an apprentice. This event is ideal for parents, young adults … Continued