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Summer Company – Calling All Youth Entrepreneurs!

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On behalf of Teresa Shaver at the BACD …
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SUMMER COMPANY – CALLING ALL YOUTH ENTREPRENEURS!

The Summer Company program is open to all Ontario students between 15 and 29, who are returning to school in the fall.  The program is 8 – 12 weeks long and allows students to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams with the financial assistance of the Ontario government.   Students can receive up to $1,500 at the start and up to $1,500 on the successful completion of the program.  The Summer Company program provides practical hands-on training, mentoring and the essential skills to learn to run their business.

The Summer Company program is funded by the Ontario government and in Durham, the Business Advisory Centre Durham (BACD) manages this program. This successful program started in 2001 and has supported close to 2500 students and 99% of past participants would recommend the program to their friends! Application deadline May17th, 2013 or when program reaches capacity.

Summer Company Information sessions here at BACD offices:

Mar19th, April 9th & 23rd, May 7th & 14th

Register online at www.bacd.ca

To learn more and apply, visit www.ontario.ca/summercompany

For more information on the program and it’s requirements contact:  Ryan Ounjian, Summer Company Program Coordinator (905) 668-4949 or rounjian@bacd.ca

For more information contact:

Teresa Shaver
Executive Director
(905) 668-4949
tshaver@bacd.ca
www.bacd.ca

New Entrepreneurs Wanted!

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Good morning, Entrepreneurs!

It is common knowledge that there is power in numbers. Therefore, we are asking all current and past grads of the OSEB Program to spread the word about this AMAZING program and invite others who are eligible and interested in joining the exciting world of Self-Employment to attend one of Essential Communications’ upcoming Orientation sessions.

The Next Orientation Session is on Wednesday, February 20thTime: 9:30 to noon

Call: Bev at 905-668-4141 to sign up

As current and past graduates of OSEB, you are more than aware that the opportunity to receive ongoing support and guidance is invaluable when starting your own business adventure. Don’t let this opportunity be missed by others.

Let’s generate more successful entrepreneurs together!

For further information, please see our attached info flyer and fact sheet. Also feel free to visit our website at http://www.essentialcommunications.ca (go to the “Career Services” tab and click the link for Ontario Self-Employment Benefit Program – Durham) or call us at 905-668-4141.

Thank you for spreading the word.

Below are a couple sheets that may come in handy to new applicants.

It’s Here! Local Biz Expo 2013!

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It’s that time of year again! Check out the info for Local Biz Expo 2013!!!!!!!! Print it out … tell your friends … mark your calendars!

Local Biz Expo 2013 in Ajax, Ontario

Networking is KING (and Queen)!!!

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SUCCESS NIGHT
Thursday, October 20, 2011 from 1:00-4:00 pm

Employment Services for YOU, the small business owner!
Now that summer is fading away, it’s time to get back to business … in a big way! Read carefully as things have changed up a bit from previous gatherings.

We’re looking to attract the masses for some October networking to coincide with Small Business Month and we’re looking for your confirmation now. Representatives from the YMCA, Northern Lights, VPI, John Howard Society, COFRD, Durham College and DRLTB (to name a few) are being invited to speak at what we’re calling a Success EVENT. We are encouraging everyone to attend this one, not just past graduates, as each organization will be present to speak briefly about what they can do for you as a small business owner. Many will be able to help you find that perfect employee to add to your team. Others will be able to assist you in training your staff to that next level. And perhaps you would like to come out just for the chance to network with a fantastic pool of people. Continue reading →

OSEB Service Broadcast: Kids On Wheels

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Offer included in this broadcast:
1.  Transportation Service Offer
From Angie Papas, Group 38
 

KIDS ON WHEELS

Transportation Service for children, youth with special needs and seniors
 

  • ·        Do you need a safe, reliable and personalized transportation service for your loved ones?  Whether a child or a senior?
  • ·        Are you losing clients due to lack of transportation?

Kids on Wheels will pick up your loved one, as well as your clients, drop them off at their location with love, care and respect, safe and satisfied.
 
“When you can’t be there, Kids On Wheels will show you care!”
 

BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL

 
As you are getting ready for school and sporting activities for your children, Kids On Wheels is offering for the month of September 50% off the regular package for OSEB  members only.
 
Must be booked by August 31st /2011
For more information, please contact:
 
Angie Papas
Founder and CEO of
Kids on Wheels
(647) 224-2879
kidsonwheels@yahoo.ca  or for more information go to www.kidsonwheels.ca

Presenting Your Own Workshop

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OSEB Workshop - Teaching & Training: 

Tuesday, August 23, 2011 from 9:30-3:30
 
Teaching a workshop gives you an opportunity to showcase your knowledge. It positions you as a “subject matter expert” —someone to answer questions, supply goods or services and offer advice. It’s an opportunity to express yourself creatively and to share with others what you’ve learned over the years about your field. But while many presenters know a lot about their chosen subject, few really know how to present what they know. It’s been said that good training is three quarters entertainment and one quarter preparation. I think it’s really the other way around—-in order to be a good teacher or trainer, you need more than memorable presentation skills, you need memorable material. You also need to understand how to plan, design, and sell the course. You need to understand how the course material will be received and “taken up” by the trainees and whether or not they will be able to apply the concepts and skills they gain in real world situations.

This lively 5- hour workshop covers the basics of adult education. It will help you assess your own teaching strengths and weaknesses and will give you some insight into the learning style of others. You’ll come away with the fundamentals of workshop design and delivery—from assessing needs and setting objectives to organizing course content and managing time. You’ll have a proven process for planning and marketing your own course as well as some practical tips on managing the audience and its interactions. In short, you’ll have the basic tools to begin creating your own workshop–a workshop that will promote you as a credible, effective and dynamic expert in the field.

There is no cost for OSEB members to attend this workshop; however, we would like to extend the invitation to attend this workshop to non-OSEB members. If you know a friend who would like to attend, the fee is $59.99 plus hst.  There is limited space for this workshop, so OSEB members will be granted the first opportunity to attend.  Other interested individuals will be contacted if space permits.

What:  Teaching & Training: Presenting Your Own Workshop

When: Tuesday, August 23, 2011                   

Time:  9:30-3:30 (lunchbreak 12:00-1:00)

Where:  Essential Communications,200-101 Dundas St. W.,Whitby

Facilitated by:  Heather MacGregor

Topics include:

•   Understanding your Audience and its Needs

•   How to create an outline and Structure your presentation for Maximum Impact

•   Maintaining Interest

•   Techniques to Help with Timing and Materials

•   Strategies to Handle Difficult Participants and Situations

•    Marketing Tips 

•    Checklists

To reserve your place, please call Essential at 905-668-4141 or confirm by email: essentialseb@bellnet.ca