OMETZ WORKSHOPS FOR JOB SEEKERS
Information: Sharon Bishin, 514-342-0000 ext. 3329

CV Writing
Everyone knows how to write a resume, right? Wrong! Today’s C.V.’s are uniquely crafted for individual jobs and markets and must pack a punch. Containing theory and handouts, this workshop guides you through:
  •  the three types of C.V.’s: chronological, functional and combined
  •  the three golden rules when writing a resume:
  •  how to turn job tasks into accomplishment statements
Begin creating or polishing your document on-line - with one-on-one input from an Ometz employment counsellor.
Date: Thursdays
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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Interview Skills 1
Do you walk into an interview with confidence? Have you done your research? Are you ready to articulate the unique way in which you will bring added value to an employer? This workshop uses both theory and practice to show you how to embrace this challenge.
Date: Tuesdays - twice a month
Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Interview Skills 2
Participating in a taped mock interview is a powerful way to practice what you’ve learned in Interview Skills 1. Guided feedback and analysis will bring your delivery to a new level.
Date: Thursdays - twice a month
Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Know It, Sell It:
Building Confidence and Self-Esteem
This uplifting and dynamic seminar guides participants towards self-discovery, helping you identify transferable skills, increase confidence and project your employability as a viable candidate.
Date: Wednesdays - once a month
Time: 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Networking Club
Job searching is a contact sport. Expand your network, exchange job leads, experience peer support and learn. Participants must be actively engaged in the job search process and prepared to share their job search techniques each week. Weekly employability discussions and monthly guest appearances from industry experts provide the latest in employability information.
Date: Tuesdays - weekly
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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Accessing the Hidden Job Market
Transform a passive job search into a proactive one by learning how to identify hidden job market opportunities, line up informational job interviews and understand the value of social networking.
Date: Tuesdays - twice a month
Time: 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
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LANGUAGE PROGRAMS
Information: Ekaterina Oursegova, 514-342-0000 ext. 3457

English Discussion Group - Intermediate/Advanced
Speak English in a fun, informal setting. Role-playing, discussions and music provide effective opportunities to increase vocabulary, fluency and confidence.
Dates: July 1^st - September 30
Mondays - 12-week session
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Cost NC: No charge
Cost to general public: $30
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French Conversation Club - Intermediate/Advanced
Speak French in a fun, informal setting. Discussions on various topics to improve French language skills.
Dates: July 1^st - September 30
Mondays - 12-week session
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost NC: No charge
Cost to general public: $30
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OMETZ INTEGRATION ACTIVITIES FOR NEWCOMERS
Information: Ekaterina Oursegova, 514-342-0000 ext. 3457

Mix history and the arts-explore Drummondville!
Discover an early 19^th century French-Canadian village and experience the internationally renowned Mondial des Cultures.
Registration Deadline: July 6
Date: Sunday, July 11
Depart: 9:00 AM
Return: 7:00 PM
Cost: TBA
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Annual Picnic in the Park
Join us at Beaver Lake for an evening of fun and BBQ, followed by Israeli dancing.
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, July 20
Date: Tuesday, July 27
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Israeli dancing: 8:00 PM
Meeting point: parking lot at Beaver Lake on Mount Royal
Public transit:
Bus 11
Cost: $5
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A Day in the Laurentians
Enjoy the great outdoors in Ste. Agathe in the heart of the Laurentians.
Join us for a boat tour of Lac des sables and a kosher BBQ supper at Congregation House of Israel.
Registration Deadline: August 10
Date: Sunday, August 15
Depart: 9:00 AM
Return: 7:00 PM
Cost: TBA
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