New Models for Engagement – Connecting People, Employers and Jobs

OACC recently found out about this event from a member and encourages you to consider attending. It may be beneficial to your college.

DATE: January 28, 2010 TIME: 7:45 to 11:30 a.m. PLACE: Delta Chelsea Hotel Toronto

COST: $99 for Canadian Urban Institute Members, $125 non members

SPEAKERS: Hon. John Milloy, the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities. David Miller, Mayor of Toronto

REGISTER: To register, click here and for more information, click here.

DETAILS:

Toronto is at the centre of one of the fastest growing economic regions in North America. It is an attractive city for new immigrants, as well as to youth from rural areas in search of better employment opportunities. However, Toronto’s job market is in transition, changing from a centre for manufacturing to a region providing quality, innovative services in the financial, hospitality, education, health and administrative areas. Toronto is also one of the centres for the information and culture industries.

As the market changes, how can employers find the people they need and who exactly is it that they are looking for? What are the key industries that will be growing in the future and what skills will those industries require?

The government of Ontario is actively engaged in policy and program development to ensure an efficient match between the demand and supply sides of the labour market. In order for them to be successful, the government needs to engage with employers in an on-going dialogue. Employers also need to have current and appropriate labour market information to help make sound business decisions. This half-day symposium aims to create an ongoing forum for employers and the government to engage and communicate about how to make this happen.

The Hon. Minister John Milloy, Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities and Minister of Research and Innovation will be playing a central role at this event, which is presented by the Toronto Workforce Innovation Group (TWIG) and the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI).

Note- The Ontario Association of Career Colleges does not endorse any events posted on this blog. We simply act as a conduit in sharing information. If you have an event you would like to share with members, please e-mail kristas@oacc.on.ca.

Canada’s biggest Aboriginal HR and employment event is set to take place from April 27 to 29 at the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto. Put on by the Aboriginal Human Resource Council, the program includes:

-National recruitment fair – tradeshow

-Inspiring keynote thought leaders

-One-day event workshops

-Concurrent professional development breakout workshops

-Interactive group discussions

-Networking/entertainment fun

For more information or to get involved, please click here.

The Ontario Association of Career Colleges does not endorse any events posted on this blog but rather acts as a conduit in sharing information that may be of interest to members. If you have an event that you would like to share with OACC members, please e-mail kristas@oacc.on.ca with details.

National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo will be at the Toronto Board of Trade on January 19 for a discussion on “Building the First Nations Economy” from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m.

First Nations are focused on education as the key to economic, social and personal wellbeing. Education will also enhance the development of sustainable, environmentally viable individual and community-based business opportunities.

Join National Chief Atleo for an insightful discussion on:

• The First Nations’ vision of economic self-sufficiency and business partnerships
• The need for Indigenous people to take a leadership role in balancing development opportunities and environmental conservation
• Why economic issues facing First Nations impact all Canadians

Tickets are $65 for Toronto Board of Trade members and $85 for non members. For more information or to register online, click here.

The Ontario Association of Career Colleges does not endorse any events posted on this blog but rather acts as a conduit in sharing information that may be of interest to members. If you have an event that you would like to share with OACC members, please e-mail kristas@oacc.on.ca with details.

Map of India

OACC has heard about two events that may be of interest to members who want to recruit students from India. The International Center for Education is putting together a delegation to travel to India to take part in EdMission 2010 from January 23 to 30 and unFAIR from February 2 to 11. For more information on EdMission 2010, click here.  For more information on unFAIR, click here.

The International Center for Education has partnered with the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce and the Indo-Canadian Business Chamber to arrange meetings and visits.  Husain F. Neemuchwala, Founder and Director of the International Center for Education, says:

“We expect to bring a modest group of between 12-15 delegates on each of the events and a quick reply on your part will be appreciated if you wish to participate.  Registration will be on a first come basis and for more information, please visit the International Center for Education Website or call the event hotline at (647) 500 7011.”  

Disclaimer – OACC is not endorsing these events but acting as a conduit in sharing the information. Institutions should do their own research before getting involved.