Employment Solutions

Voortman Bakery Job Fair
2022-05-26 08:00 - 2022-06-07 14:00 (America/Toronto) | ON

Commisso's Job Fair
2022-05-25 08:00 - 2022-05-31 20:00 (America/Toronto) | ON

Contact North Informational Session
2021-11-04 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Zoom Presentation
As Ontario’s community-based bilingual distance education and training network, Contact North | Contact Nord helps underserved residents in 1,300 small, rural, remote, Indigenous and Francophone communities access education and training without leaving their communities.
Join Employment Solutions and Contact North for this informative discussion!
Registration is required. Please register by visiting the link included below.
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vf-yqqz4oHtAmgi8_YfUu9DnNlmm91g14

Multi-Employer Job Fair!
2021-10-06 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Seaway Mall, 800 Niagara St., Welland, ON
Join Employment Solutions for a Multi-Employer Job Fair at the Seaway Mall Centre Court on Wednesday October 6th 2021 from 10am to 3pm!
Featured Employers include:

Lapennaco
Maurices
Hair Hunters Salon and Spa
Seasons Retirement Communities
Infinity Jewellers & Envi
A &W (Outside of Mall)
Bear Sushi
Kumon Math & Reading Centre
Wireless Wave
Community Support Services of Niagara
Bell Canada
Riverside Millwork Group
WIFI Accessories

We can’t wait to see you!
*Masks required in compliance with Public Health orders
Register today! https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/multi-employer-job-fair-tickets-178298594897

Seasons Retirement Communities Information Session
2021-09-23 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Employment Solutions has partnered with Seasons Retirement Communities in order to deliver an information session on employment opportunities and how to apply.
Registration for this info session is required. You will receive a zoom link to your email once you register. If you have any questions or concerns, please email ekeay@employment-solutions.org or call 905-788-3751
Click here to register!

Applying for Jobs Online with Employment Solutions and the Welland Public Library
2021-09-07 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Toronto) | Zoom Presentation
Applying for jobs online is the most common way we apply for work now. This workshop will show you the best practices, techniques and hazards to avoid when applying for work online. Every website and job posting you are viewing while job searching are not created equally and ensure your investing your valuable time on the right ones is important. Be a better online job searcher and protect yourself online at the same time.
To join the virtual program on September 7 2021 at 6pm, please connect with the Zoom link provided below –
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87286566051

YWCA Hamilton Uplift Program - Information Session
2021-08-31 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Zoom Presentation
The YWCA Hamilton Uplift Program provides participants the opportunity to reskill or upskill in the advanced manufacturing and specialized technology fields through certification training and additional supports related to navigating non-traditional workplaces and job development. All training expenses are covered by the program, and paid by YWCA Hamilton.
The Uplift Program is a program for women and non-binary to reskill or upskill in advanced manufacturing and specialized technology fields through post-secondary training.
Program Description as follows:

Featuring the YWCA Hamilton Uplift Program in Advanced Manufacturing
36 week part-time training opportunity with training partners McMaster MMRI and Brescia University College, ideal for people who are employed and cannot upskill through other methods
Career mentorship and job development supports
No cost to participants – funded by FedDev – Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario
Program offerings via 6 Regional YWCA partners across south and central Ontario
Micro-credential training for women in male-dominated sectors and to help boost economic recovery for women

Join YWCA Hamilton and Employment Solutions for an in-depth information session on Tuesday, August 31 2021 from 2:00pm – 3:00pm.
Please register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsduuvrzojGNw0jF-5lhj2Xb3yNrvLK4jb
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
To learn more or get involved, contact Kelley Evans at:
kevans@ywcahamilton.org

Niagara College Exploration and Information Session
2021-07-28 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom Presentation
VIRTUAL COLLEGE EXPLORATION INFORMATION SESSIONS
While our campuses are closed you can still get the full NC experience from the comfort of your own home! Virtual College Exploration Information Sessions are here to help as you explore your postsecondary options. Meet with the NC Team and receive application support; these sessions will go over pathways, programs, services, and more concerning your time at Niagara College!
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtdeusrjkuEtGpAiYIIKwzdDKUEgPqfj7T
Unavailable at the scheduled time? Feel free to book a one on one session: www.niagaracollege.ca/niagarasouth

Starbucks Job Fair!
2021-05-27 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Online event
Starbucks is hosting a Job Fair with Employment Solutions! Welland location is currently hiring for Baristas! Day time and evening availability required. Customer Service experience an assest.
When: May 27 2021
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Register at:
https://starbuckswelland-jobfair.eventbrite.ca/

Mr. Mikes Job Fair!
2021-05-26 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Online event
Mr. Mikes Steakhouse Casual Welland location is now hiring! Currently hiring for Line/Prep Cooks and Hosts/Hostesses positions. Are you interested in applying? Join Mr. Mikes and Employment Solutions as we host a Job Fair!
When: May 26 2021
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Email your resume with “Mr. Mikes” and the position you are applying for in the subject line to: jobs@employment-solutions.org to set up an interview!
Please visit the links below for further information about the positions:
https://www.employment-solutions.org/job-seekers/job-board/job/line-or-prep-cook/
https://www.employment-solutions.org/job-seekers/job-board/job/host-or-hostess/

Quick Plug Job Fair
2021-05-11 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Online event
Employment Solutions is hosting a job fair for Quick Plug. This position is for Production Associates in a Manufacturing setting.
Please click on the link below to Register:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/quick-plug-job-fair-tickets-153020030029
Once you have registered for this job fair, please send a copy of your resume to ekeay@employment-solutions.org with the subject line “Quick Plug”.

Industrial Manufacturing (AIM) Program Informational Session
2021-04-27 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Zoom Presentation
Tuesday April 27th 2021 at 2pm
Are you or someone you know looking to start a career in Ontario’s growing manufacturing sector? Canadian Skills Training and Employment Coalition (CSTEC) is launching our Access to Industrial Manufacturing (AIM) Program funded by Employment and Service Development Canada.
Priority is given to participants who have one or more of the following characteristics:

Youth (age 18 – 30) who have been out of school and work for over 6 months
Identify as racialized or a person of colour
Be a recent immigrant (in Canada for less than 10 years)

Currently looking for applicants for the 8 months – Mechanical Techniques (General Machinist) at Niagara College starting in May 2021.
Call us at 905-788-3751 for further information.
To register in advance for this meeting, please visit:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpf-GorT8tGN0NG_EvVzwv7M-GjV1LNsWh

Video and Phone Interview Workshop
2021-04-22 14:00 - 15:00, 2021-03-25 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
With COVID-19 Regulations the chances of you having to participate in a phone or video interview has increased dramatically. This presentation will give you the information you need to land that job even if you are not in a traditional interview with these best practices and other helpful tips.
This session will be lead by Employment Solutions staff over Zoom and be able to answer your questions throughout the presentation. They will also provide information about Employment Solutions free employment advising available to job seekers in Niagara.
Click here to register.

Elevator Pitch Workshop
2021-04-22 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
This workshop is designed specifically for entry level positions. Take your cold calls to the next level. Learn how to introduce yourself to employers in a way that will WOW them.
Making a first impression is a very important part of the job search process. In this workshop you will learn how to create a 30 second introduction for yourself to any employer. This will help with follow ups for applications and building confidence to help you find your next job.
This session will be lead by Employment Solutions staff over Zoom and be able to answer your questions throughout the presentation. They will also provide information about Employment Solutions free employment advising available to job seekers in Niagara.
To register please click here.

Job Retention Workshop
2021-04-21 14:00 - 15:00, 2021-03-24 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
There are many tips for maintaining your new job and maintaining a professional image.
Getting a job can be hard enough, but keeping it can seem even harder in today’s economy. However, if you want to keep your job, then you have to work on having the qualities of a model employee, having a passion for what you do, and being respectful to your boss, coworkers, and customers.
Please click here to register.

Writing Effective Resumes and Cover Letters Workshop
2021-04-20 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
A Resume and Cover Letter are your marketing tools to make an impact on a potential employer and secure an interview. Ensure your Resume and Cover Letter represent you well! As a job seeker, investing quality time and putting together a great application is crucial to effective job searching.
This workshop breaks down exactly what a resume and cover letter need to include to make sure your application is not lost in the shuffle.
This session will be lead by Employment Solutions staff over Zoom who will be able to answer your questions throughout the presentation. They will also provide information about Employment Solutions free employment advising services, available to job seekers in Niagara.
To register please click here.

Applying for Jobs Online Workshop
2021-04-20 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Applying for jobs online is the most common way we apply for work now. This workshop will show you the best practices, techniques, and other hazards you should avoid when applying for work online.
Every website and job posting you are viewing while job searching is not created equally, and ensuring you are investing your valuable time on the right ones is important. Be a better online job searcher and protect yourself online at the same time.
Click here to register.

Working with Employment Solutions Info Session
2021-04-19 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
This info session will give you a chance to talk directly to an Employment Solutions Staff to learn more about our services and how can we help accelerate your job search. Our knowledgeable Employment Advisors work one-on-one with clients; providing access to training and workshops, job leads, and job development.
Register for the workshop and see how we can help you get your next job..
Click here to register

Applying for Jobs Online Workshop
2021-03-24 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Applying for jobs on line is the most common way we apply for work now. This workshop will show you the best practices, techniques and other hazards you should avoid when applying for work online. Every website and job posting you are viewing while job searching are not created equally and ensuring your investing your valuable time on the right ones is important. Be a better online job searcher and protect yourself online at the same time.
Click here to register.

Elevator Pitch Workshop
2021-03-23 14:00 - 15:00, 2021-02-24 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Take your cold calls to the next level. Learn how to introduce yourself to employers in a way that will WOW them.
Making a first impression is a very important part of the job search process. In this workshop you will learn how to create a 30 second introduction for yourself to any employer. This will help with follow ups for applications and building confidence to help you find your next job.
This session will be lead by Employment Solutions staff over Zoom and be able to answer your questions throughout the presentation. They will also provide information about Employment Solutions free employment advising available to job seekers in Niagara.
To register please click here.

Home Depot - Virtual Career Fair
2021-03-23 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Employment Solutions is Co-Hosting a Job Fair with YMCA of Niagara this time with the Home Depot in Niagara Falls and St.Catharines. Available positions include:

Sales Associate
Cashier
Lot Associate

Home Depot on a Virtual Career Fair on Tuesday March 23rd from 1-3pm.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old
CSA boots needed
Must be available for a minimum of 20/hours a week, agree to 2 closing shifts a week, open availability on the weekend
Police Clearance needed for over night shift
DIY knowledge not needed although an asset
Customer Service is top priority
Interviewers will ask…what department you’d like to work in. It’s important to know which one(s) and why
Take time to research the website, candidates will be asked about the Home Depot values and how they embrace these values

Minimum Requirements to Work at Home Depot
Most positions that are posted for seasonal workers are contract positions (90 to 120 day contracts). There may be some part-time permanent positions posted as well. Permanent part-time associates do receive benefits based on part-time status.
Requirements for Overnight positions:

Must be 18 years of age
Able to work nights from 10:00pm to 7:00am
Must be able to lift 50lbs.
Must be able to provide your own CSA approved steel toed boots
Minimum wage plus 10% premium for working nights

Requirements for Customer Facing Positions (Cashiers, Lot Associates, Sales Associates):

Must be 18 years of age
Available to work two closing shifts per week
Open availability on weekends
Can work a minimum of 20 hours/week (20 plus hours/week)
Must be able to provide your own CSA approved steel toed boots

Registrations for the Job Fair can be booked here: https://ymcaofniagara.org/job_fair_registration/

Writing Effective Resumes and Cover Letters Workshop
2021-03-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-02-24 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Resumes and Cover Letters make your first impression with your future employers when you are not there, you need to make sure they represent you well. As a job seeker investing quality time and putting together a great application is crucial to effective job searching. This workshop breaks down exactly what a resume and cover letter need to include to make sure your application is not lost in the shuffle.
This session will be lead by Employment Solutions staff over Zoom and be able to answer your questions throughout the presentation. They will also provide information about Employment Solutions free employment advising available to job seekers in Niagara.
To register please click here.

Working with Employment Solutions Info Session
2021-03-22 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
This info session will give you a chance to talk directly to an Employment Solutions Staff to learn more about our services and how can we help accelerate your job search. Working with clients with one-on-one meetings with our Employment Advisors, access to training and workshops, job leads and job development.
Register for the workshop and see how we can help you get your next job.
Click here to register

Keeping Ontario Safe: What You Need to Know About ES & OHS Related to COVID-19 Webinar
2021-03-17 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Zoom Presentation
The Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development is hosting an online information session to help you understand your employment standards and occupational health and safety rights and obligations as they relate to COVID-19. A great session for employers and employees.
The session will be delivered by subject-matter experts from the ministry who will answer frequently asked questions the ministry receives about COVID-19, such as:

What flexibility is there around changing hours of work?
Can an employee be fired if they refuse to go back to work due to a family obligation related to COVID-19?
Who is responsible for protecting workers against COVID-19 in the workplace?
Can a worker refuse to work if they feel unsafe due to COVID-19?

There will also be a Q&A period where you can ask and get answers to your own questions.
Join us on March 17th 2pm – 4pm to learn more about your workplace rights and obligations.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcof-CgrTsjGtXm_IenncwqFXqv0OVWSaa-
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Niagara Regional Police Recruiting Info Session
2021-03-10 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Zoom Presentation
Niagara Regional Police Recruiting Info Session
Wednesday, March 10 2021 at 2pm
This info session will provide you with an opportunity to learn the ins and outs of a career in policing. Staff from the Niagara Regional Police will cover a general overview of what we look for as recruiters, skills and characteristics of what makes a good police officer and an insight into the actual day to day job looks like with the Niagara Regional Police.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sf-mrqDsjGtyvvNmcbtnDVDEgCBTRl94u
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Video and Phone Interview Workshop
2021-02-25 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
With COVID-19 Regulations the chances of you having to participate in a phone or video interview has increased dramatically. This presentation will give you the information you need to land that job even if you are not in a traditional interview with these best practices and other helpful tips.
This session will be lead by Employment Solutions staff over Zoom and be able to answer your questions throughout the presentation. They will also provide information about Employment Solutions free employment advising available to job seekers in Niagara.
Click here to register
