PC Works Employment

Mid-life Career Change
2022-11-29 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | ON
Most Canadians don’t think they will stay in the same vocation for their entire career. This course will help you learn about the 4 types of career switches, bridging the change, self reflection, challenges, and how to make a change.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227.

Interview Skills
2022-11-30 14:00 - 15:00, 2022-12-14 11:00 - 12:00 | ON
This will focus on teaching the skills and knowledge on; the purpose of an interview, identifying the different types and stages of interviews, why employers may reject applicants, things to avoid for your interview, reviewing types of interview questions, determining the hidden meaning behind interview questions, interview tips, explaining gaps in employment, identify illegal interview questions.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227

Christmas Customer Service Workshop
2022-12-01 13:00 - 15:00 | ON
Have you been thinking about getting a part-time job for the holidays? PC Works will be hosting a customer service workshop that will help you with the skills of how to give change with confidence, communication in the workplace, attitude and appearance, and teamwork.

How to Create Your Own Holiday Card
2022-12-07 13:00 - 15:00 | ON
Sometimes those specialized Holiday cards can add that extra level of personalization to your gift or well wishes. PC Works is presenting a Holiday how to. Learn how to create your own Holiday cards for friends and family using different computer software!

Port Cares Great Holiday Food Drive and Holiday Market
2022-12-09 15:00 - 21:00 | ON
Bring a non-perishable food donation & shop 40+ local artisans and makers at this festive, get you in the mood outdoor & indoor holiday shopping experience!
No admission, all welcome! Free hot chocolate & cider, music and entertainment!
3PM – 9PM
Port Cares Reach Out Centre
61 Nickel Street, Port Colborne

JOB OPPORTUNITY! Canadian Coast Guard Information Session (Virtual)
2022-12-12 11:00 - 12:00 | ON
The Canadian Coast Guard is hiring! This is your opportunity to find out more about the positions they are hiring for and ask any questions you may have. Please click this link to see the flyer: AHOD Poster_EN
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 245 or by filling out the Event Registration form to your right!

In-Person Vision Board
2022-12-13 13:00 - 15:00 | ON
Join us for this fun and interactive workshop! Learn how to create a visual tool that helps you stay on track and motivates you to keep moving towards your goals!
Call 905-834-3629 ext. 273 to register!

Closed
2022-12-26 - 2022-12-27, 2022-12-30 | ON
Happy Holidays from your friends at PC Works!

In-Person Vision Board
2023-01-11 13:00 - 15:00 | ON
Join us for this fun and interactive workshop! Learn how to create a visual tool that helps you stay on track and motivates you to keep moving towards your goals!
Call 905-834-3629 ext. 273 to register or complete the online registration form to your right!

ApprenticeSearch.com Information Session (Virtual)
2023-01-19 14:00 - 15:00 | ON
Are you interested in getting into the trades? Want to start an apprenticeship but don’t know how?
Register for our information session with ApprenticeSearch.com! ApprenticeSearch.com is a free online job search and matching platform with an exclusive focus on apprenticeship trade positions in Canada.
Register by calling 905-834-3629 ext.245 or complete the online registration form to your right!

How to start your own business
2023-01-31 10:00 - 11:00 | PC Works Employment Services at Port Cares, 92 Charlotte St, Port Colborne, ON, L3K 3E1, Canada
Do you have a Business idea that could change your life forever; yet you don’t know where to get started? Join us on January 31st 2023 and learn everything you need to know to get the ball rolling for your future endeavour. Register today for the “How to start your own business” Workshop, where we will give you the steps on:

Registering your business
Writing a business plan
Legal Requirements

And much more! Let PC Works help pave the path for your future business!
Call (905)-834-3629 ext. 227 or fill out the information to the side to register.

Create your digital Valentine's day card
2023-02-07 13:00 - 15:00 | PC Works Employment Services at Port Cares, 92 Charlotte St, Port Colborne, ON, L3K 3E1, Canada
Be on the lookout for this exciting new workshop from Literacy and Basic Skills!

Interview Skills
2023-02-10 11:00 - 12:00 | PC Works Employment Services at Port Cares, 92 Charlotte St, Port Colborne, ON, L3K 3E1, Canada
This will focus on teaching the skills and knowledge on; the purpose of an interview, identifying the different types and stages of interviews, why employers may reject applicants, things to avoid for your interview, reviewing types of interview questions, determining the hidden meaning behind interview questions, interview tips, explaining gaps in employment, identify illegal interview questions.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227 or complete the online registration form to your right!

Create a vision board
2023-02-13 13:00 - 15:00 | PC Works Employment Services at Port Cares, 92 Charlotte St, Port Colborne, ON, L3K 3E1, Canada
Join us for this fun and interactive workshop! Learn how to create a visual tool that helps you stay on track and motivates you to keep moving towards your goals!
Call 905-834-3629 ext. 220 to register or complete the online registration form to your right!

Create/Find your family tree
2023-02-16 13:00 - 15:00 | PC Works Employment Services at Port Cares, 92 Charlotte St, Port Colborne, ON, L3K 3E1, Canada

Closed for Family Day
2023-02-20 | ON

Better Jobs Ontario Information Session
2023-02-21 11:00 - 12:00 | PC Works Employment Services at Port Cares, 92 Charlotte St, Port Colborne, ON, L3K 3E1, Canada
Learn more about changes to the Better Jobs Ontario program and see if you are eligible.
The Better Jobs Ontario program aims to help unemployed individuals who are ready and interested to take short duration, and occupationally-focused training (52 weeks or less) to join the workforce quickly. Applicants must also be deemed suitable for the program based on criteria such as level of need for training to secure employment, and the occupational demand for the training they are interested in.
Call or speak to your Employment Counsellor at 905-834-3629 ext. 227 or complete the online registration form to your right!

How to effectively job search pt. 1
2023-02-22 10:00 - 12:00 | PC Works Employment Services at Port Cares, 92 Charlotte St, Port Colborne, ON, L3K 3E1, Canada
This will focus on teaching the skills of understanding the job loss cycle, exploring your options and setting goals, setting yourself up for success, understanding job related skills, where to look, understanding job descriptions, and how to apply.
Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227 or complete the online registration form to your right!

How to effectively job search pt. 2
2023-02-23 10:00 - 12:00 | PC Works Employment Services at Port Cares, 92 Charlotte St, Port Colborne, ON, L3K 3E1, Canada

Coping with job loss
2023-02-27 11:00 - 12:00 | PC Works Employment Services at Port Cares, 92 Charlotte St, Port Colborne, ON, L3K 3E1, Canada
For people who have been laid off or fired and are looking for support, and advice to turn a change into new opportunities. Participants learn practical tips, and advice to help:

Cope and get back on their feet
Understand the situation and circumstances of the loss that affect their emotions and responses
How to get funding like ei
How to stay positive / build a support network

Register today by calling 905-834-3629 ext. 227 or complete the online registration form to your right!

How to navigate a Virtual Job Fair
2023-03-07 10:00 - 11:00 | ON
An information session on navigating our upcoming Virtual Job Fair on March 9th from 2-4 pm.
To register for this information session, please complete the online registration form to your right!

To register for the Virtual Job Fair:
Job Seekers, please visit https://form.jotform.com/222984642287265 to register to attend!
Employers, please email rachel.figueira@portcares.ca if you want to attend as an Employer.

Virtual Job Fair
2023-03-09 14:00 - 16:00 | ON
Multi-employer Virtual Job Fair from 2-4pm.
Job Seekers, please visit https://form.jotform.com/222984642287265 to register to attend!
Employers, please email rachel.figueira@portcares.ca if you want to attend as an Employer.

GED Info Session
2023-03-16 13:00 - 14:00 | ON
If you are interested in getting your General Education Development (GED) certificate to show that you have high school-level knowledge and skills, without having completed a formal secondary school program this information session will provide you with the knowledge needed on how to get started and how PC Works can help you achieve your goals.
Call or speak to our Training Facilitator at 905-834-3629 ext. 220 or complete the online registration form to your right!

How to start your own business
2023-03-21 10:00 - 12:00 | ON
Do you have a Business idea that could change your life forever; yet you don’t know where to get started? Join us on March 31st 2023 and learn everything you need to know to get the ball rolling for your future endeavour. Register today for the “How to start your own business” Workshop, where we will give you the steps on:

Registering your business
Writing a business plan
Legal Requirements

And much more! Let PC Works help pave the path for your future business!
Call (905)-834-3629 ext. 227 or fill out the information to the side to register.

Good Friday
2023-04-07 | ON
Office Closed

Easter Monday
2023-04-10 | ON

Interview Skills
2023-04-12 10:00 - 11:00 | ON

How to start your own business
2023-04-19 10:00 - 11:00 | ON
Do you have a Business idea that could change your life forever; yet you don’t know where to get started? Join us on January 31st 2023 and learn everything you need to know to get the ball rolling for your future endeavor. Register today for the “How to start your own business” Workshop, where we will give you the steps on:

Registering your business
Writing a business plan
Legal Requirements

And much more! Let PC Works help pave the path for your future business!
Call (905)-834-3629 ext. 227 or fill out the information to the side to register.
