9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

(Lunch and Tokens will be provided)

To register please call Angela at 416-591-2310, Ext 2270 or email at Angela@miziwebiik.com

Space is Limited, so Register Today!

(In order to be awarded a certificate, you must be present both days.)

]]> http://www.miziwebiik.com/2012/05/standard-first-aidcpr-training/feed/ 0 http://www.miziwebiik.com/2012/05/request-for-proposals/ http://www.miziwebiik.com/2012/05/request-for-proposals/#comments Tue, 08 May 2012 15:34:39 +0000 lillian http://www.miziwebiik.com/?p=771 Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training is accepting applications from individuals and organizations for Employment and Training funding for the 2012-2013 fiscal year.

We are seeking applications for the following priorities:

•  Community Capacity Building: Management Training

•  Economic Development:  Self Employment Assistance

Applications for this call to be reviewed as submitted Applications that lead to employment will be a priority **Proposal applications are accepted year round**

For further information please contact:

Marcel Benegas – (416) 591 8916

Eileen Meawasige – (416)591 2471

Stephanie Pangowish – 416-591-2310 x2270

“Subject to Government Funding”

Miziwe Biik provides the Greater Toronto Area’s Aboriginal community with training initiatives and employment services.

Miziwe Biik is seeking one person to receive training on the job as a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Providing basic office management, including archiving, faxing, filing opening and distributing mail, photocopying, and scanning

Knowledge of Microsoft Office 2007

Organizing and scheduling meetings, booking and setting up conference rooms

Making travel arrangements and preparing expense accounts

Answering phone calls, recording messages and ensuring follow up to calls

Assisting budget tracking

QUALIFICATIONS:

Able to consistently contribute towards department goals and objectives

Must work well in a team environment

Knowledge of employers and agencies within the Aboriginal community

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to respect confidentiality

Only those that are of Aboriginal/Inuit/Metis descent and in receipt of Ontario Works Benefits may apply.

Please submit a resume & cover letter to Carol.white@miziwebiik.com or Fax 416-591-3602

Application deadline: June 1, 2012

Contact Information: Carol White Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment & Training 167 Gerrard Street East Toronto, ON, M5A 2E4

 Are you looking for summer jobs?  Do you require assistance?

Please contact the Summer Student Coordinator

Ginny Boissoneau, Employment Counsellor

To book an appointment, please contact: 416 591 2310.

May 9th:   Resumes and Cover Letters

May 16th:     Interviewing Skills

May 23rd:   Networking and Self-Marketing

Please contact Reception @416 591 2310 or reception@miziwebiik.com

9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

(Lunch and Tokens will be provided)

(Please indicate if you are Diabetic)

 To register please call Marcel at

416-591-8916 or email marcel@miziwebiik.com

Space is Limited, so Register Today!

 (In order to be awarded a certificate, you must be present both days.)

at Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment & Training 167 Gerrard St. East

WHMIS Certificate will be awarded upon completion of the Training Session

To Register Please call Marcel at 416-591-8916

(Tokens will be provided)

Are you looking to:

• Obtain a Grade 12 education?
• Increase your prospects for employment opportunities or register for apprenticeship programs?

If your answer is yes, Ngindaasmin can assist you.  Our Academic Upgrading Program offers:
•

• Small teacher-student ratio
• Free entrance assessment and courses to qualifying students
• Flexibility – self paced learning environment with interactive classroom instruction

What courses are offered?

• Communications – English
• Math
• Self Management/Self Direction Program
• Native Studies

How do you apply?

• An intake interview and entrance assessment will identify qualified applicants.

For more information, contact:  Carol White

Tel: 416 591 2310 Ext. 2257
Email:  carol.white@miziwebiik.com

Did You Know That?

Canada has been predicting a skilled labour shortage for several years.   On the bright side, Ontario, more particularly, Toronto has a large and young Aboriginal population that can help in meeting this challenge.
Overall, across Canada, in 2009, 36 percent of construction workers worked in Ontario, followed by Quebec (20 percent), Alberta (15 percent), and British Columbia (14 percent).

There will be a demand for construction workers:  From 2011-2019, the construction industry needs to attract close to 300,000 additional workers across Canada.  Many of today’s construction workers will be retiring in the next few years.  This means a lot of opportunities will exist for aboriginal workers who are eager to get into the industry.
Hiring aboriginal workers is good business: Employers in the construction industry are becoming more aware of the benefits of hiring aboriginal workers in their company.

Aboriginal workers can get training:  Several programs exist that can provide funding or training to aboriginal people to improve their skills for construction trades.  Visit Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training and talk to one of our employment councillors – they may be able to refer you to a program that is right for you.

1. Is construction work more than just manual labour?
Yes.  Construction needs highly-skilled and trained professionals. The high level of skills can be surprising.  Did you know that a carpenter uses math on a daily basis, that a heavy equipment operator needs computer skills, or that a welder has to understand both chemistry and metallurgy?
Construction uses high-tech equipment and needs adaptable people to work on a huge variety of projects. As a skilled construction worker you could be involved in building homes, schools, shopping centres or industrial plants. You could also work on civil engineering projects such as building highways, dams and bridges or installing water, sewer and communications systems.

2.  Do I have to travel to work in construction?
No.  You can choose a construction career that suits you. If you enjoy travel, being outdoors and working flexible hours, a career in industrial construction may be the answer.  Heavy industrial construction projects are often located in remote areas where mines, pipelines or petroleum plants are being developed.  Workers on these projects travel to and live in new parts of the country and are sometimes away from home for long periods of time.
If you have a family or prefer to stay in one location, there are plenty of career choices that will let you do that.  If you choose a career in home building and renovation or in commercial construction, you can find long-term employment with a large company.

3.  Will my skills be in demand if I enter the construction industry?
Yes.  The need for skilled construction workers has increased steadily for the last ten years, even when Canada’s economy hit a recession.   The demand for skilled construction workers is strong and will increase.  According to statistics, the average construction worker is in his early 40s.  It is expected many workers will be reaching retirement age in the next decade and job opportunities for new construction workers will grow in every region of the country.

4. How much can I earn as a construction worker?
There are tens of trades in the construction industry and each has its own annual salary.  Income depends on the sector worked in and the nature of your contract.  In general, you can expect to earn as much as, or more than, someone with a university degree.  It also costs less to learn construction skills than to earn a university degree and, if you enter an apprenticeship program, you can earn while you learn.

5. Will I receive work-related benefits?
Yes.  Many construction workers receive statutory holiday and vacation pay.  Depending on your contract, you may also receive benefits such as group insurance for health, dental and vision care, retirement packages and training benefits worth up to 30% of your annual salary.
If you are self-employed, you may have to take care of your own benefits.

6. Do I need to finish high school to enter the construction industry?

No.  If you start out working as a general labourer without a high school diploma, you may be able to learn on the job and advance to more senior positions through experience and additional training.
If you enrol in a college or university program, you will need a high school diploma or equivalent.
In general, apprenticeship programs require that you have a Grade 12 education or equivalent while other ones require at least a Grade 10 education, with a strong emphasis on mathematics and literacy.

7. As a woman, will I fit into the construction industry?
Yes.  Most women in construction say it’s a rewarding career.  You must also be prepared for a challenge: most workers are men. The number of women in construction is increasing and workplace environments are changing as a result.  Women are also more prepared for construction careers than in the past thanks to organizations that provide appropriate training.

8. What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a way to learn trade skills while you work and earn good wages.  It combines hands-on training in a classroom/workshop setting with on-the-job experience that lets you earn while you learn.  An apprenticeship program leads to professional certification as a journeyperson.

9. How much can I earn as an apprentice?
In most apprenticeship programs you’ll earn a percentage of what a journeyperson would earn and your earnings will increase each year until you’re certified. Wages, terms and conditions are usually determined by the province of Ontario regulations, labour organization agreements and/or a combination of both.
10.  How long do I have to apprentice before I can be certified as a journeyperson?

Generally, it can take from one to five years to complete your program and become a certified journeyperson. You’ll spend most of that time learning on-the-job. Each year you’ll also spend several weeks studying in a classroom or shop setting.

11. What do apprenticeship programs cost?

There are tuition fees for the schooling part of apprenticeship programs and you will have to cover all or part of them. Generally, tuition costs from $100 to $800 per session, depending on the trade and the province or territory. You will also be responsible for travel and living expenses, and other expenses such as books, service fees and sometimes tools.

For further information, call Osborne Farrell,  Job Developer at 416 591-0354 Ext. 2240 or email at osborne@miziwebiik.com

Employment Ontario is introducing a new “Employment Service Delivery Model” on August 1, 2010 to make it easier for you as job seekers to find and access employment training and services. These changes will result in easier access to find and use services based on your interest and individual needs at one location. The new Employment Ontario Service Model aims to provide better accessibility, is customer centered, and is an integrated employment service delivery for job seekers and employers seeking to hire across Ontario.

Miziwe Biik Employment and Training remains dedicated to providing you with the best possible continuity of services. We will continue to provide service to you no matter what stage you are currently in your job search and/or training plan.

From now until the end of July 2010, we are preparing for these changes and the transitioning to the new Employment Service model. We thank you for your patience and support during these changing times.

If you have any questions regarding the changes, please speak to your employment counselor or go to the Employment Ontario website http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/tcu/employmentontario/

Please call to book an appointment to see an Employment Counselor and to fill out a new Registration Form