Events & Workshops
Stay up-to-date on the many activities, information sessions, workshops and programs that we offer at Algonquin College Community Employment Services.
Stay safe, stay smart: WHMIS —Free Certification
Tuesday March 4
9:00am-12:00pm / 1:00pm-4:00pm
Educate and protect yourself with WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System). This online course requires 1-hour to complete.
240 Bridge St., Eganville
Create a great elevator pitch —No Appointment Needed
Friday March 7
9:00am to 4:00pm
Before the job fair, it’s time to practice talking to employers by creating a short introduction about yourself, called an elevator pitch. Come into our centre to make your own with the help of our employment experts.
141 Lake Street, Pembroke
Get “job fair” ready at CES —Free 1-to-1 Assistance
Wednesday March 12
9:00am-12:00pm / 1:00pm-4:00pm
Visit our centre to get ready for the Pembroke Job Fair. We will give you tips on last-minute résumé touch-ups and how to talk to employers.
240 Bridge St., Eganville
Get “job fair” ready at CES —Drop-in’s Welcome
Thursday March 13
9:00am to 4:00pm
Visit our centre to get ready for the upcoming job fair. We will give you tips on last-minute résumé touch-ups and how to talk to employers.
141 Lake Street, Pembroke
Pembroke Job Fair
Monday March 17
12:00-300pm
1 College Way, Pembroke, held in the gym.
Find your next job!
Save the date, this huge annual event is open to the public! Over 40 employers will be hiring full-time, part-time, permanent and seasonal positions. Check back frequently for updates on attending employers.
Job seekers, for this free event:
* Bring copies of your résumé.
* Come prepared to speak 1-to-1 with employers.
* Preregistration to attend is not required.
Download the 8.5 x 11 Pembroke Job Fair Poster
Better Jobs Ontario $28,000 funding for training —Free Info Session, in-person or Zoom
Wednesday March 19
11:00am (1 hour)
141 Lake Street, Pembroke
The BJO program offers up to $28,000 for training that is under 52 weeks. Eligible individuals, hear about this financial support.
▸ Seat reservation: in-person call 613-735-4308 or Zoom online at https://algonquincollege.zoom.us/meeting/register/lnyCQPJUROm2IbsEP3j2Og
Barry’s Bay Pop-up: Meet with us for help
Free 1-to-1 Assistance in Barry’s Bay
Thursday March 27
1:00pm-3:00pm
Discover great job opportunities around Madawaska Valley while receiving direct support from us.
CES will be at the Madawaska Valley Public Library (MVPL)
19474 Opeongo Line, Barry’s Bay
