Voice of English-speaking Québec

Info Session: How to Apply to Federal Government Jobs
2023-10-26 22:00 - 23:30 (America/Toronto) | Art Room Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale 2nd floor, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, suite 2109, Québec City, Quebec, Canada
Considering jobs or internships with the Canadian government?
Don’t miss our upcoming Info Session! Learn all you need to know about applying for jobs with the Government of Canada.
To make it more accessible for everyone, this session will be offered in person and online as a livestreaming event. It will not be recorded.
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration closes on October 24 for in person only!
To register for the in-person session: https://forms.office.com/r/BSzcWhKDB8
To register for the ONLINE session: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErdO6qrTkoGtfY0IAvnh0iLfV6Lm_szU3G
How to apply to federal public service jobs
Speaker: Bibisha Mbimbi, a human resources advisor from the National Recruitment Directorate – Quebec Region, Services and Business Development Sector, Public Service Commission of Canada
Did you know that the Public Service Commission of Canada supports departments and agencies in hiring qualified individuals into and within the public service?
In this information session, you will learn more about GC Jobs and how to apply to postings, have tips and advice on how to answer pre-screening questions, select what to include in your resume and cover letter, and how to prepare for the interview process.
As an HR advisor, Bibisha will also explain second language requirements for working in the Canadian government, how candidates are evaluated and give further information about accommodation in the selection process.

Volunteer Info Session
2023-09-14 22:00 - 23:30 | Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale Multipurpose Room, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec City, Quebec, G1S 2M4, Canada
Diplôme avant la Médaille, VEQ and WE Volunteer (Wellness Centre at Jeffery Hale) are hosting an information session about volunteer opportunities.
Volunteering is a great way to meet people, integrate in the community and develop your skills. Contribute to a young person’s future by becoming a tutor! If you like teaching and can give one hour a week, Le Diplôme avant la Médaille (DAM) needs 300 volunteer tutors this year to help student athletes overcome their academic difficulties. English, math, and science are the subjects most in demand.
Other volunteer options with WE Volunteer will also be shared.
Join us for the Info Session on Thursday, September 14 starting at 6pm. Light refreshments will be served. Time will also be set aside for mingling.
Pre-registrations required. Sign up here! https://forms.office.com/r/tnfeR1S9kx
See you there!

CQSB Careers Info Session 3rd Edition
2023-05-25 22:00 - 2023-05-26 00:00 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion Multipurpose Room, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, suite 2141, Québec City, Quebec, Canada

Rescheduled Felting Art Workshop
2023-03-31 22:30 - 2023-04-01 00:00 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion Multipurpose Room, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, suite 2141, Québec City, Quebec, Canada
Have you always wanted to try needle felting?
In this free workshop hosted by VEQ, you can learn how to make cute objects out of felt.
All supplies are provided. Everyone welcome. 12+ and up.
Pre-registration required. https://forms.office.com/r/y4JU08pp85

POSTPONED Fun Felting!!!
2023-03-23 22:30 - 2023-03-24 00:00 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec City, Quebec, G1S 2M4, Canada
Due to the weather, this event has been postponed, but will be rescheduled. All registered participants will be notified. Thanks for understanding!

Info Session - How to Apply to the Federal Public Service
2022-11-02 22:00 - 2022-11-03 00:00 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion Multipurpose Room, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, suite 2141, Québec City, Quebec, Canada
Are you interested in working for the Government of Canada?
Join us on the evening of Tuesday, November 2 for an info session and learn about some of their virtual, hybrid, and in-person work opportunities. You’ll meet HR representatives and get tips on the application process.
The session is being offered both in person and online.
Pre-registration required. Register at: https://forms.office.com/r/SPV4Se6W9N
Registration deadline: October 31.
Consult job postings here: https://bit.ly/3CWHPoI
For further details:
Government of Canada Jobs Info Session revised_POSTER_for VEQ_infosession 2022
Hosted by the Voice of English-speaking Québec

Podcast Club with VEQ
2022-10-25 22:00 - 2022-10-26 00:00 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec City, Quebec, G1S 2M4, Canada
Join VEQ for 6 weeks of podcasting fun! Together, as the Podcast Club, we’ll explore the basics of podcasting including storytelling, scripting, interviewing, recording, and editing.
It’s a FREE program for youth 16 – 35 years.
Pre-registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/6UFwaseGDR
Questions? susanna.tang@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x222

CQSB Careers Info Session 2nd Edition
2022-08-16 22:00 - 23:30 | Jeffery Hale Pavilion, 1270, chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec City, Quebec, G1S 2M4, Canada
The Central Québec School Board (CQSB) is an English-speaking public organization overseeing 17 primary & secondary schools and 2 adult education establishments where employees and students learn to thrive together. We are a tight-knit family spread over several locations in a territory of more than 515,000 km², from Québec City to Saguenay to the Mauricie region.
Are you passionate about the world of education? That’s great! So are we! Are you an English speaker who wants to perfect your French?
Are you rigorous, dedicated, open to the world, and smiling? Perfect, we are too! Do you have a creative spirit, are a sports fan, or have a special talent? Great! Our many extracurricular activities will give you the opportunity to share your skills with us!
Join us at our Employment Opportunities Session and let us know more about you!
Light refreshments will be provided.
Pre-registration required. To register: https://forms.office.com/r/yHQrWLzgXL
Questions? Contact Susanna susanna.tang@veq.ca or 418-683-2366 x222.

Leveraging Your LinkedIn Part 2 Networking & Feedback Session
2022-03-10 23:30 - 2022-03-11 01:00 | Online via Zoom, Quebec, Canada
Increase your LinkedIn connections! VEQ is pleased to host YES Employment + Entrepreneurship again for the second part of our FREE online workshop series about LinkedIn.
In this interactive session, you will:

Exchange feedback with fellow returning (or new!) participants on their LinkedIn profiles
Draft requests for informational interviews
Chat about your industries

Also featuring our special guest Mariève Tanguay-Lessard Talent Acquisition Advisor for the Central Quebec School Board. Learn about job opportunities at the CQSB and get a recruiter’s take on what to include in your LinkedIn profile.
Note: Participation in Workshop 1 is not a prerequisite for Workshop 2. Pre-registration is required.

To register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vfuqqrjIrGtwQm431fpf_2jW2qmLNTOeT
Questions? Contact Susanna at 418-683-2366 x222 or susanna.tang@veq.ca

Leveraging Your LinkedIn Workshop Part 1
2022-02-17 23:30 - 2022-02-18 01:00 | Virtual meeting via Zoom, Quebec, Canada
VEQ is pleased to host YES Employment + Entrepreneurship to deliver a FREE two-part workshop on creating and improving your LinkedIn profile. Come join us on Zoom!
Optimizing LinkedIn isn’t about filling your inbox with job offers, it’s about connecting with industry professionals and employers. We will take you step-by-step through the process of determining your personal brand, creating an “all-star” profile, and getting results all while making meaningful connections with people in your field. Learn how to leverage your LinkedIn account as you adapt to the COVID-19 job market and optimize your LinkedIn experience! This two-part workshop will allow you to share feedback with other participants and learn as you go. Bring your questions and get ready to work on your LinkedIn page.
Pre-registration is required and will close on February 17 at 12 noon. Participants will be sent a Zoom link directly after registering.
To register: https://bit.ly/3uygipH
Questions? Please contact Susanna 418-683-2366 x222 or susanna.tang@veq.ca
Note: This workshop is part of a two-part series where Workshop 2 includes time for networking and feedback among workshop participants and the YES Employment Counsellor about participant LinkedIn profiles. Participation in Part 1 is not required for Part 2 but is strongly recommended.
Workshop 2 is scheduled to take place online on Thursday, March 10, 2022 from 6:30pm to 8pm. Registration details will be posted later.

Govt of Canada Jobs Info Session
2022-01-25 23:30 - 2022-01-26 01:00 | Virtual meeting via Zoom, Quebec, Canada
Voice of English-speaking Quebec and Y4Y Quebec are co-hosting an ONLINE information session on job opportunities with the Government of Canada. Open to everyone. Especially students and recent graduates interested in accessing part-time, full-time, summer jobs, and internships.

Many different fields and jobs are available in Quebec including administration, agriculture, communications, enforcement, finance, IT, policy, and more. Learn how to apply. Get your questions answered by an HR Representative.

To register please click the link below (registration required)
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflY0dhnmn6CQ-4IIpXSqttC7V5BCRgXaRV-VPo_T_4NAb2iw/viewform

Budgeting Workshop - Lunch 'n Learn
2021-03-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual meeting via Zoom, Quebec, Canada
Live your dream life by saving money!
VEQ is hosting Carl-André Poliquin from CJE Option-travail for a Zoom workshop on budgeting.
He will also be available to field your personal finance questions after the presentation.
For more information and to register, email Susanna Tang at susanna.tang@veq.ca
