Application Deadline: April 27, 2012

Hours: Part-time

Salary: Wage to be negotiated

Seaward Kayaks is a rapidly growing business. We are seeking an individual who possesses strong creative talents in the form of marketing and graphic arts.

Qualifications:

• Must have a proven track record in graphic arts and design (Seaward Kayaks would be willing to work with a student within a university/trades program)
• Must be current with today’s software and have a good knowledge of major publishers expectations

Duties:

• Design print and multimedia ads

How to apply for this position:

Please apply with resume and cover letter to:

Douglas Godkin
Unit #2 – 3107 Henry Road
Chemainus, BC
Fax: (250) 246-2979
E-mail: doug [dot] g [at] seawardkayaks [dot] com

If you would like more information about this position, please call (250) 246-2223

Application Deadline: March 31, 2012

Hours: Full-time, Part-time, Days, Permanent

Wage: $12.00 per hour plus commission

We are looking for highly motivated and energetic individuals to become part of our Sales Representative team promoting for the most well-known and reputable Retail Stores, Telecom Corporations and Financial Institutions in the country. Our Sales Representatives work from within our distributor’s locations and easily accessible public indoor and outdoor locations.

This position is ideal for anyone looking forward to a career in sales/marketing/entrepreneur who has experience in sales and customer service!

Locations of work:

• Greater Nanaimo Regions (Parksville/Qualicum Beach/Duncan/Mill Bay/ Ladysmith)
• Lower Mainland (Fraser Valley and Greater Vancouver Area Locations)
• Greater Victoria Regions (Saanichton/Langford/Esquimalt/Colwood/Oak Bay/View Royal/Royal Oak)
• Comox Valley Regions (Courtenay/Campbell River)
• North BC (Okanagan)

Qualifications:

• Fluent English communication skills
• Some customer service or sales experience
• Willingness to travel in your area to different sites, as well as transport our easy-to-assemble pop-up displays and materials (vehicle an asset as may be required depending on location)
• GED or Secondary School Graduation Equivalent (willing to review/accept secondary school students as per specific program for position of hire’s eligibility/requirements)
• Must be bondable and trustworthy – no history of fraud
• Qualified candidates must undergo Criminal Record Checks
• No wallflowers here! Outgoing and assertive people thrive here
• Self motivated (must be passionate about selling)
• Approachable and able to utilize developed communication skills
• Ability to remain positive and focused when faced with rejection
• Goal and results oriented
• Must be adaptable and a quick learner
• Must take pride in appearance and adhere to dress code – business professional attire
• Comfortable working from indoor or outdoor retail set environments
• Able to create conversation and talk face-to-face with strangers confidently and comfortably on the spot

Considered an asset:

• Fluency in other language(s)
• Vehicle accessibility
• Attending any post secondary schooling for business, sales, tourism, marketing and/or entrepreneur degree/diploma

Duties:

• Provide product information while promoting and offering services provided by major retail stores, telecom providers and financial institutions to the general public
• Qualify potential customers to ensure eligibility to the program’s offers
• Close sales of products/services through your interaction with the shoppers (you will be provided with sales tools, incentives, etc.)
• Ensure that all applications are accurately completed as outlined in training sessions, as well as ensure that all customers are provided accurate information about the products/services you’ve been assigned
• Ensure that any and all paperwork is delivered to the designated area as outlined in the Direct Sales Force training sessions
• Build and maintain relationships with location managers and associates
• Notify your manager and the store personnel of your arrival (clocking in/clocking out)
• May assist in setting up of kiosk displays

To apply for this position:

Please apply with resume and cover letter, Attention to Natasha (Pareto’s Division DSF) using any of the following methods:

In person at: 9912 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, BC

By fax to: (604) 420-9559

By email to: Natasha [at] directsalesforce [dot] ca

By phone: (250) 415-4773

Or you can drop off your resume at Employment Navigators

For more information regarding Pareto’s Division Direct Sales Force Inc., please visit their webpage by clicking here.

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Application Deadline: March 7, 2012

Hours: Full Time

Salary: Depends on experience

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, articulate individual to support communications work in our Cowichan Tribes Treaty Office. Under the direction of the Treaty Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing a consultation plan, which engages the Cowichan membership with the main purpose of informing, educating and receiving feedback on the treaty negotiations and/or treaty related initiatives specific to Cowichan.

Duties:

• Develop and implement a consulation plan
• Organize, coordinate and facilitate communication initiatives
• Develop and maintain open working communication networks with Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group (Administration and member first nations) as well as other treaty related external partner organizations
• Attend and support treaty meetings to maintain knowledge of current treaty activities for communication purposes
• Design and conduct surveys of Cowichan membership to collect data. Analyze data and prepare summary reports for Treaty Manager and Treaty Committee
• Prepare communications materials, summary minutes meetings, and monthly reports
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 with some post secondary courses in the field of Communications or First Nations Studies
• Two to three years experience in treaty-related or governance work an asset
• Excellent research, analytical, communications and facilitation skills
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to prepare and coordinate delivery of materials
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Working level knowledge of the treaty process, stages, negotiations and consultation initiatives/processes
• Working level knowledge of Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel, Word, Power Point and Publisher as well as general office administration procedures
• Working level knowledge of Hul’qumi’num culture, values and language
• Demonstrated ability to drive a vehicle and hold a valid class 5 BC Driver’s license

To apply for this position:

Please apply with resume, cover letter and reference either in person, by fax or by e-mail to:

Human Resource Manager
5760 Allenby Road
Duncan, BC V9L 5J1
Phone: (250) 748-3196

Fax: (250) 748-1233

E-mail: resume [at] cowichantribes [dot] com

Hours: Part Time

Salary: To be negotiated

Qualifications:

• Computer experience
• Data processing
• Prioritizing tasks
• Ability to work as a team member
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
• Must be able to remain calm in stressful situations
• Confidentiality is of utmost importance

To apply for this position:

Please apply with resume to:

Job Posting
Box 700
Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A5

Vital Society is looking to hire casual, on-call staff. These are union positions.

Hours: Casual on-call

Salary: $15.50 per hour

Qualifications:

• RCA preferred
• Class 4 Drivers License required or Learners and ability to obtain in 3 months
• Clean Criminal Record
• Clean Drivers Abstract
• Clear TB Test
• Adult CPR First Aid
• FoodSafe
• Must be physically able to meet the job requirements

Duties:

• For information on the duties, please see our website.

To apply for this position:

Please send resume and cover letter to hiring [at] vitals [dot] ca

Hours: Full time, days

Salary: To be negotiated

Qualifications:

• Some experience shucking oysters would be helpful

Duties:

• Some heavy lifting
• Periods of standing
• Shucking
• General clean-up after the work day

To apply for this position:

Please apply in person with resume to Glenn Irvine at 5035 Paton Road, Ladysmith, BC.

For more information please call (250) 245-8187.

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Application Deadline: February 23, 2012 at 4:00 pm

Hours: 4 – 30 hours per week
Parks, Recreation and Culture is a seven-day per week operation and requires employees to be available for work weekdays, evenings and weekends.

Salary: $24.40 per hour

Qualifications:
Grade 12 Education
Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
National Lifeguard Service Award – Pool Option
CPR, Level C

Duties:
For more information and position duties, visit http://www.ladysmith.ca/city-hall/careers-volunteering/current-vacancies

To apply for this position: Please submit cover letter and resume to:
Karen Cousins
Manager of Human Resources
City Hall
410 Esplanade, PO Box 220
Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A2
Email: hr [at] ladysmith [dot] ca
Ph: 250-245-6400
Fax: 250-245-6411

Application Deadline: March 9, 2012 @ 4:00pm

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week

Qualifications:

• Post secondary training in counselling or social work
• Thorough knowledge of resources in theCowichanValley
• Good writing skills and computer skills
• Ability to keep statistical information and orderly files
• Commitment to personal wellness
• Valid Drivers licence and safe reliable vehicle

Preference will be given to qualified persons of Aboriginal Ancestry

Duties:

• Provide support for Aboriginal families
• Provide individual counselling
• Facilitate parenting groups
• Work from strength based approach
• Develop case plans and set goals based on needs of clients
• Liaise with organizations on behalf of the clients
• Assist clients in exploration and identifying problematic areas of their lives
• Referrals based on clients needs
• Report to proper authorities when protection issues are identified.

To apply for this position: Submit resume and cover letter with current references to:

Laura Belle Eliott – F S W Coordinator
Hiiye’ye Lelum (House of Friendship) Society
P.O. Box 1015, Duncan, BC V9L 3Y2

Or drop off at:
#106-5462 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan, BC

Hours: Full-time, part-time
Salary: Wage to be negotiated

Qualifications: Prefer candidate with previous experience in similar type positions, and with some culinary training.  Foodsafe required.

Duties: Line cook, making sandwiches and wraps, soup making, baking, breadmaking, prep.  Responsible for food presentation, prep and cost control.

To apply for this position: Apply in person with resume to 18 High St. Ladysmith, BC or email cammac1010 [at] hotmail [dot] com.

Application Deadline: March 7th, 2012

Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Wage to be negotiated

3^rd party Logistics Company is looking to hire and train the right person to join our team in this exciting long term position!  The candidate must possess a positive and upbeat attitude and be a ‘people’ type person.  They must have the ability to learn quickly and have some computer knowledge.  They must have transportation to and from the Cedar area.  Experience in customer service and a secondary language is a definite asset.

Qualifications:

• Exceptional telephone and communication skills; positive attitude; self starter and eager to learn; attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities; remains calm under pressure; must have an excellent work ethic and must be reliable.
• The ability to work well as part of the team.
• Will possess some computer skills and a high energy level.
• Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4:00 pm.  Closed weekends and all statutory holidays.

To apply for this positon: Please apply by email with qualifications and references to: lori [at] lozlogistics [dot] com

This job is open to everyone, however, if you are eligible for the Wage Subsidy Program, please advise the employer in your cover letter.

Application Deadline:  4:30 pm, Monday, February 20, 2012

Supporting Employment Transitions provides employment related services in the Nanaimo area and we are looking for a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join our team. The Reception/Administrative Assistant is the first point of contact to all individuals utilizing the SET Employment Resource Centre and accessing the Employment Program of BC.  As a member of the dynamic Administrative team, you will deliver a diverse array of services in the areas of reception, file management and administration in support of employment services programs.

Duties:
Greet clients and other professionals
Schedule appointments and maintain appointment book
Answer multi-line telephone system and direct calls as appropriate or relay messages accurately
Respond to general enquiries from the public and refer appropriately
Accurate data entry of information into client database
Maintain reception area
General office duties, including filing

Qualifications:
A certificate or diploma in Office or Business Administration
Experience and/or training in Accounting or bookkeeping
Three or more years of experience in a professional administrative
Experience working with a high volume of clients, in person and over the phone

Skills and Abilities:
Exceptional computer skills, including database, excel and outlooks
Excellent customer services skills, with the ability to greet clients and others in a pleasant and courteous manner
Accurate input of data and attention to detail
Experience using a multi-line telephone system
Strong record management skills
Excellent skills formatting documents, charts, letters and templates

To apply for this position: Please submit your cover letter and resume in confidence to:

Supporting Employment Transitions
101-155 Skinner Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5E8
Attn:  Sandra Bistritz, Director
Or Fax:  250-714-0093 or Email:  info [at] slbconsulting [dot] com

R & L Roofing

Hours: Full-time or part-time

Wage: To be negotiated

R & L Roofing is hiring for the following positions:

Experienced Roofer

Duties include:

• Tear off
• Installation
• Other roofing tasks

Roofing Labourer

Duties include:

• Stripping material off old roof to dumpster
• Preparing for new material application
• Assisting the roofers

Qualifications:

• Good work ethic
• Physically fit
• Take directions well
• Eager to learn
• Polite
• Punctual
• Own transportation is a must

To apply for these positions:

Please fax resume to R & L Roofing at 250-245-4429 specifying which position you are applying for.

No phone calls please.

Application Deadline: February 29, 2012

Hours: Days, Permanent, Part-Time

Salary: $9.50 per hour

Duties:

• Carpet cleaning (training provided)
• Janitorial duties of theatre facilities including: vacuuming, mopping, dusting, bathroom cleaning, window cleaning, laundry, recycling and garbage duties
• Majority of shifts are during the week between the hours of 8am and 5pm

Qualifications:

• Must be reliable, hard working and a team player
• Must be willing to work split shifts
• Previous cleaning experience an asset, training will be provided

To apply for this position:

Please apply with resume, cover letter and references in person or by e-mail to:

Damion Knight
9737 Chemainus Road
dknight [at] chemainustheatre [dot] ca

Hours: Part Time

Salary: To be negotiated

Qualifications:

• MS Word (Version 2000 or more recent)
• A valid email address
• Excellent attention to detail

Duties:

DO YOU LOVE DINING OUT? Then we might have a job for you!

Premier Service provides restaurants with feedback about customer service through MYSTERY SHOPPING. Due to our continued growth, we are looking for more Restaurant Mystery Shoppers in Nanaimo!

• For restaurant shops, targeting customers between the ages of 19-35
• Eat out for free in exchange for a Mystery Shopping report
• Must purchase requirements based on form instructions for two people
• We have Lunch, Dinner and Lounge shops available at a fine dining restaurant in Nanaimo

We also have retail mystery shops. Mystery shopping is a fun way to make money part-time. Work is on a “per assignment basis”, meaning that you can accept as many or as few assignments as you like.

To apply for this position:

Click here to visit their website and simply click on the BECOME A SHOPPER button. Membership is free – no cost to join.

You can also email michelle [dot] adams [at] premierservice [dot] ca for more information.

Schedule: Week on/week off with possibility of extra runs

Wage: Wage to be negotiated

Duties:

• Vancouver – Calgary designated express run hauling 53ft reefer
• No touch loads
• Drop trailer for unload
• Receive and relay info to central dispatcher
• Oversee condition of vehicle & inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage & other equipment
• Perform brake adjustments
• Grease truck & trailer
• Monitor vehicle performance & mechanical fitness

Documentation knowledge:

• Driver log book
• Bill of lading
• Inspection reports
• Maintenance & repair reports
• Trip reports
• Accident or incident reports

Qualifications:

• Class 1 with air brakes
• Minimum 2 years experience required (including mountain experience)
• Driving record check (Abstract)
• Drug Testing

To apply for this position: Please apply with resume and references to: Fax: (250) 748-7963 Email: karven [at] telus [dot] net

Application deadline: February 29, 2012 at 4:00 pm

Hours:  5 hours/week on Wednesdays

Born Healthy, a Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program in Ladysmith, is currently accepting applications for a part-time Outreach Worker.  Canada Prenatal Nutrition Programs provide education and support to women throughout pregnancy and early postpartum, in particular women with physical, psychological, or socioeconomic risk factors.

Qualifications:
good interpersonal skills – empathy, non-judgmental attitude, listening skills, ability to make people feel at ease
ability to work independently and in a team
organizational skills
knowledge of pregnancy, nutrition, breastfeeding and infant development
Food Safe Certificate required
First Aid recommended
knowledge of programs and services in Ladysmith
vehicle and valid BC drivers license
positive lifestyle
training in counseling, health and/or community support an asset

Duties:
supports participants in a healthy lifestyle
assists with weekly group sessions, including set-up, preparing lunch and clean-up and interacting with participants and their babies
clerical and record keeping
transports participants as required
On-the-job training provided

To apply for this position: Submit resume to:

Ladysmith Resources Centre Assn,
630 Second Avenue, Ladysmith, B.C.
Attention:  Karen Fediuk
Fax:  250-245-3798
Email:  bornhealthy [at] lrca [dot] bc [dot] ca

The application period for Canada Summer Jobs 2012 is from February 1 to February 29, 2012.

Canada Summer Jobs:

• provides work experiences for students;
• supports organizations, including those that provide important community services; and
• recognizes that local circumstances, community needs and priorities vary widely.

Canada Summer Jobs provides funding to not-for-profit organizations, public-sector employers and small businesses with 50 or fewer employees to create summer job opportunities for young people aged 15 to 30 years who are full-time students intending to return to their studies in the next school year.

For more information, please click here.

Application Deadline: February 29, 2012

Hours: Full-time

Salary: Wage depending on experience

Qualifications:

• Have a minimum of 3 years experience with structural steel industry, certification for drafting an asset
• Have good general computer skills and experience using programs such as PDF, Word, Excel
• Have strong command of English language for both oral and written situations
• Work well under pressure to meet production schedule timelines
• To be productive in both team environment and individual situations
• Work to be conducted at the Holdfast office in Nanaimo, BC
• Driver’s License required

Duties:

• To be knowledgeable with 3D modeling software specializing in structural steel such as SDS/2 or Tekla as well as uising AutoCAD 2D
• Applicants are to be able to model, connect, and produce working assembly, part drawings, and Eplans for approval and production.

To apply for this position:

Apply with resume and references to Joanne Bergeron by fax (250) 591-7401 or email holdfast [at] hfmetals [dot] ca

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:00pm, seasonal

Salary: starting @ $10.00/hour

Ladysmith Irrigation Landscape Specialist (I.L.S.) is looking for four fit individuals to fill seasonal position.  The company will be working in the Nanaimo, Chemainus, Duncan and Ladysmith Area starting March 1st.  Hours of business will normally be Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm with the possibility of an occasional weekend.

Qualifications: All applicants applying should have some expereince in Lawn Cutting, Weed Eating, Pruning and Weeding.  Irrigation experience an asset but not essential.  Applicants must have a valid BC Drivers License.  Experience in driving a truck and trailer is recommended.

To apply for this position:

Please send resume:
Attn: Glen
PO Box 392 Ladysmith, BC V9G 1A3

or preferably – email to gandrbritton [at] shaw [dot] ca

Hours:  16 to 18 24hr shifts per month
Salary: $1760 – $1980 on a contract basis.

This is ideal situation for a mature, experienced responsible home care provider.  Beautiful home, lovely lady client with dementia requiring medium care.  Provider has their own bedroom.

Accepted applicant will liase with alternate provider regarding shifts.

To apply for this position: Please phone 250-715-1094 or email resume to uniquehomehealthcare [at] telus [dot] net

Hours: May be day or night shift, permanent full time or part time

Qualifications:

• Must live in Ladysmith
• Must have Class 4 Driver’s License (will assist in getting licensed if necessary)
• Presentable with a good friendly attitude
• Willing to work for the best taxi company anywhere

Ideal for a retired person

To apply for this position:

Please email:
clayton [at] gotaxi [dot] ca

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Hours: Full-time, days, permanent
Salary: Wage depending on experience

Qualifications:
Experience with gas and diesel vehicles and their systems
Red Seal Certification in Heavy Duty, Commercial Transport or Automotive mechanics an asset
Commercial Vehicle Inspectors ticket an asset
Class 1 DL an asset
Hard working, reliable

Duties:
Maintenance of gas and diesel powered vehicles, including everything from automotive to RV’s to heavy trucks

To apply for this position:  Apply with resume, cover letter and references to Debbie or Wayne Johnston

1280 Rocky Creed Road, Ladysmith, BC
Phone: 250-245-3092
Email: info [at] vitrucktech [dot] com

Hours: Full time, permanent

Salary: Depends on experience

Do you have a License to Practice as an Early Childhood Educator? Are you able to lead children in activities to stimulate and develop their intellectual, physical, spiritual and emotional growth?

A well established North Nanaimo Daycare needs you!

Qualifications:

• Mandatory Early Childhood License to Practice
• Excellent communication skills and abilities
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Criminal Record Clearance
• Three valid written references
• Ability to obtain a doctor’s certificate ensuring health is adequate for position

Duties:

Under the direction of the Daycare Manager, you will be responsible for assisting in the safe and efficient operations of the Daycare on a day-to-day basis working closely with the staff to ensure all compliance requirements are met and that that programs are being carried out to meet the goals of the daycare.

To apply for this position:

Please apply by email with resume to:

Sharron Cawley – jobs [dot] nanaimobc [at] expresspros [dot] com

Hours: Full time

Salary: To be negotiated, depending on experience

Qualifications:

• Some auto body paint experience
• Driver’s License

Duties:

• All duties corresponding to auto body painter
• Car detailing
• Shop clean-up
• Picking up and dropping off customers

To apply for this position:

Please apply with a resume and cover letter:

• In person at #26 Symonds Street
• By fax: (250) 245-2270
• By e-mail: denscollision [at] shaw [dot] ca

Attention: Stephen Goglin

For more information, please call Den’s Collision Centre at (250) 245-2295

The BC Government has awarded the Employment Services contract for the Ladysmith community to a new service provider beginning April 2^nd, 2012.

In order to have access to your resume beyond March 16th, 2012, please ask us to email you your resume or ask us about options for saving your resume for future access.

All client resumes will be deleted on March 16th and will no longer be available unless you have an open Return to Work Action Plan with a Career Consultant which will be transferred to the new service provider on April 2, 2012.

Thank you.

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Hours: Full-time, days, permanent, nights

Salary: Wage depending on experience

Qualifications:

• General understanding of restaurant operational controls
• Well organized, able to set priorities, plan, make decisions
• Strong leadership and communications skills
• Motivation is self driven
• Commitment to customers
• Superior conflict resolution skills
• Food Safe and First Aid certificates required

Duties:

• Run day to day store operations
• Provide clean, pleasant atmosphere for customers
• Ensure staff follow store policy/standards
• Learn opening/closing procedures
• Handle conflict issues in professional manner
• Learn operations of each station under your control
• Ensure quality and service meet store objectives

To apply for this position:

Apply in person to: Jon, Store Manager, at 365 Davis Rd, Ladysmith (store location)

Successful applicant must be prepared to work fast food industry hours which include evening, weekends and holidays.

Please, no phone calls about this job.

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Thank you for your understanding.

Tuition and materials are available for participants that meet the criteria of the ESA program. Following are the current programs offered through EAS funding:

Introduction to Culinary Arts Program

This 12-week program will provide students with the skills and knowledge required to fill entry level culinary and food service positions.

Marine Operator Training Program

The participants will gain knowledge and skills that meet the standards as outlined by Transport Canada to work on, and operate a commercial vessel.

Shellfish Aquaculture Technician Training Program

This six week course is for those interested in developing skills and knowledge for a successful career in the shellfish aquaculture industry.

To learn more about the ESA program contact Employment Navigators at 250-245-7134.

In an effort to continue to offer services Employment Navigators partnered with another organization to bid on the complete contract for Cowichan, we were however unsuccessful in the bid process and the new contracts were awarded and posted on the Ministry website October 20th, 2011.

The board and staff of EN remain committed to Ladysmith and have been focusing on continued service to clients and future commitments to the community. In the meantime it will be business as usual at Employment Navigators until March 31st, 2012.

Article in the Ladysmith Chronicle – Published: November 22, 2011 6:00 AM

New Employment Centre Taking Reins

By Christopher Sun

The Chronicle

A Duncan-based company has been awarded the contract to offer employment services in Ladysmith.

The B.C. government awarded Global Vocational Services a five-year contract to offer job search counseling and training for the Cowichan region, starting in April 2012.

“We just signed the contract,” said Global president Ann Norris. “We will be opening up an employment service centre in Ladysmith.”

Norris is in negotiations to secure office space above the Ladysmith Library. She said Global will offer all the same services that current contractor, Employment Navigators, offer. However, job seekers may need to visit Global’s larger Duncan office for some services.

“Things like social media workshops, e-portfolio, specialty training such as WHMIS (workplace hazardous materials information systems) and Serving it Right,” Norris explained. “We will give them tickets to take a shuttle or gas cards if appropriate.”

However, with Global now awarded this new contract, locally based Employment Navigators will need to find new funding to remain open.

“We are looking forward and not backwards and we are committed to the community of Ladysmith,” said executive director Ann MacGillivray. “We are looking at other options.”

Employment Navigators has a staff of nine. Eight of those employees, five full-time and three part-time, will be laid off at the end of March.

The not-for-profit company does have a smaller contract, offering employment services to those employed over 20 hours a week, looking for new job opportunities.

Last year the provincial government issued a call for bidders to provide employment services in B.C. A spokesman for the Ministry of Social Development​ said the Province  inherited about 400 employment service related contracts from the federal government.

In an effort to consolidate, the ministry divided the province into 73 catchment areas. Ladysmith and Duncan were previously two separate catchment areas prior to this consolidation.

Also starting next year, job seekers utilizing employment centres will be classified into one of four categories, which will determine how much funding they can receive in their job search.

According to information available at B.C. Bid, those deemed as highly employable will receive up to $420 of support, while those in tier 4, “little to no employment readiness” will get up to $7,200 of support. That support covers the cost of various training programs.

The province uses B.C. Bid to tender out contracts.

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This class is designed for the first time computer user. In this workshop you will learn to identify the parts of a computer, use the mouse, navigate a webpage and perform basic file management tasks.

Sign up for Computer Basics for Beginners

This workshop teaches internet and email basics, rules for on-line job applications, job matching, job alerts and resume posting for effectiveness and safety. Learn how to send an application package by email. Learn how to do career research, access educational resources, and find information on the labour market and self-employment.

* Pre-requisite: Basic keyboarding and mouse abilities.

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Also covered in this workshop are topics from the basics of how to save a new file and save a file under a new name, to using the spell and grammar check to advanced formatting features. Participants will become familiar with various formatting functions and essential skills necessary for effective resume and cover letter writing.

* Pre-requisite: Basic keyboarding and mouse abilities.

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Learn what to expect and how to prepare!!!

This workshop will assist you to identify the purpose, styles and types of interviews allowing you to put your best foot forward. It will focus on presentation, first impressions, traditional interview questions as well as the “do’s” and “don’ts” that make the difference in getting the job.

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Please complete the Resume 101 Worksheet before coming to the workshop.  This worksheet can be picked up at Employment Navigators prior to your workshop date and will assist in the creation of your resume.

* If you already have an existing resume and need to update and/or target your skills to a specific industry or employer please contact us to book a one on one appointment. Please bring a copy of your existing resume with you to your appointment (electronic copy preferred).

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Information on types of cover letters and how to respond to a request for a resume and cover letter will be explained. You will have the opportunity to target a cover letter for a specific job advertisement. Common blunders and helpful hints will also be covered.

* Bring an advertisement for a job you want to apply for.

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