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The Blyth Arts & Cultural Initiative 14/19 Inc. is offering over thirty opportunities through the Ca-nadian Centre for Rural Creativity to explore your creative side again this summer in textile and fash-ion arts. Local colour palettes and fibres will be ex-plored in natural dyeing courses.

Other courses range from pattern drafting to lace knitting, wet felting to Kanzashi, stamping and sten-cilling to Millinery.

Full details can be found at www.ruralcreativity.org or FACTS on Facebook. The Fashion Arts and Creative Textiles Studio (FACTS) in Blyth supports local artists through textile, fashion & fibre classes, workshops and initiatives. Visit https://www.face-book.com/FactsBlyth for info.

Canadian Centre for Rural Creativity textile & fashion courses

in this issue...

4 canadian centre for rural creativity4 Grand Bend & area Chamber of Commerce4 lake huron learning4 The Centre for Employment and Learning4 Speakers Bureau Huron4 emergency services training centre4 Fanshawe College4 St. John Ambulance4 Huron SBEC workshops & Events

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Learning & Training in Huron County May / June 2016

Social Media II: Creating a Strategy That Work. May 16 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, $45.First impressions are important in the

online world, and they can occur long before you meet your customers face-to-face. So, how can you engage new consumers online while building loyalty with your existing customers?Social media and digital marketing are

constantly changing and evolving. In this special seminar, you’ll learn how to harness the power of social media and build a strategy that works for you and your business.

Social Media II: Creating a Strategy That Work topics include:- How to get the most from tools like

Facebook, Twitter & Instagram- Creating innovative content that

helps your business to shine- Developing key messages for your

business- Developing an email marketing cam-

paign that works

- Harnessing the growing popularity of video- Measuring & evaluating social media

interactionsPeople with little to no social media

experience are welcome.This seminar is a follow up to Septem-

ber 2015 Chamber of Commerce sem-inar How To Use Social Media & Blogs To Promote Your Business.

FACILITATOR: Emily Baillie, a Toron-to-based digital marketing expert in the travel and tourism industry. She is a Social Media Instructor at Humber College and a Marketing Professor at George Brown College School of Hos-pitality & Tourism Management. Her business Compass Content Marketing (www.compasscontent.ca) provides travel and lifestyle businesses with digital marketing, custom content and social media services. She has worked with Goway Travel, MasterCard Price-less Cities, Ontario Southwest and Northern Ontario Travel.

Coffee & Water will be provided.$45 Chamber Members /

$60 Non-Members

We are also the host for local Work-place Safety & Prevention meetingsWSPS Knowledge Exchange – Mental

Health & the WorkplaceSeptember 13 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pmPine Dale Motor Inn, 107 Ontario Street South Grand Bend, Ontario N0M 1T0 Canada To Register Call 1-877-494-9777, op-

tion #5 or e-mail customercare@wsps.ca. There is no charge to attend this session.WSPS Knowledge Exchange – Man-

agement SystemsNovember 8 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pmPine Dale Motor Inn, 107 Ontario Street South Grand Bend, Ontario N0M 1T0 Canada To Register Call 1-877-494-9777, op-

tion #5 or e-mail customercare@wsps.ca. There is no charge to attend this session.

Grand Bend & Area Chamber of Commerce, 1-81 Crescent StreetPO Box 248Grand Bend, ON N0M 1T0www.grandbendtourism.comwww.grandbendchamber.ca www.facebook.com/grandbendtour-

ismtwitter.com/Grand_bend519-238-2001

Welcome Centre Hours: September to May, Monday to Friday, Noon to 4pm / Victoria Day Weekend to June 30, Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm and Sundays 10am-4pm / July to August 30, Monday to Saturday, 10am-6pm and Sundays 10am-4pm.

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Grand Bend & Area Chamber of Commerce upcoming courses

Introduction to

Needle Felting ***** NEW DATE

Join us to learn the basics of this easy, fun art!

May 24th

6:30pm—8:30pm

MacKay Centre, Goderich

$40 (includes beginner felting kit and lesson)

To register contact Angie at 519-524-4154 or info@lakehuronlearning.ca

www.lakehuronlearning.ca

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Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR Level C To register for a course at the ESTC click link

below:h t t p s : / / c a m p s c u i . a c t i v e . c o m / o r g s /

EmergencyServicesTrainingCentre

Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR Level C Course Dates: May 14 & 15, 2016Cost: based on certification required - see below (Lunch not

included). Dependent on what you need, attendance is listed below:

A) CPR only -January 28 or March 8 only 9:00am - 3:00pm: $69.00 + tax

B) Emergency First Aid and C CPR - January 28 or March 8 - all day: $99.00 + tax

C) Standard First Aid & C CPR - all day both days: $129 + taxD) HCP CPR (added half hour training to above): $25.00 + taxThis course is a comprehensive two day course offering first

aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need training due to work requirements or who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies at home.

Certification is valid for 3 years. Please note that we will be hosting a Red Cross Standard First

Aid & CPR Level C every other month so be sure to check in often for upcoming dates!!

OFC - NFPA 1021 Fire Officer IICourse Dates: May 4-8, 2016 - Week 1 & June 1-5, 2016-

Week 2. In-class Session: 10 days (Wednesday to Sunday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm both weeks).

Cost: $750.00 (includes lunch each day)Prerequisite: NFPA 1021 Fire Officer I and NFPA 1041

Instructor I.Fire Officer II builds upon the topics covered in Fire Officer I.

There is a more in-depth look at human resources management, community and government relations, as well as origin and preliminary cause of fires. Emergency delivery topics will evolve from a single unit emergency operations to multi-unit emergency operations, with more in-depth look at pre-incident planning and deployment of assigned resources. In addition, Fire Officer II covers the organization of local government and the roles that outside agencies play in assisting the fire service. Fire Officer Level II is intended for the front line Fire Officer with an expanded role, is delivered in a classroom environment, and meets NFPA 1021-2014 Edition.

An IFSAC/Pro Board certificate will be issued with the successful completion of the written exam and submission of the practical skills booklet that meets all requirements for the course.

Fire departments will be charged a non-refundable registration fee of $65.00 for each student- learner accepted into this course.

Pre-class Materials: Course materials are posted on the OFC Educational Materials website. To access the site go to www.ofmsps.ca/OFCEM User name: ofc Password: preclass

Enter the link "Preclass and Course Materials" on the left hand side of the homepage. Enter the following folders: NFPA Pre Class Course Packages - NFPA 1021 Fire Officer II- which contains the required materials for this course.

Student learners must complete both parts of this course as scheduled above to receive credit for the course.

Any questions regarding the course please call or email Instructor: Christopher Pape (705) 687-9662 christopher.pape@ontario.ca

CSA Quality Breathing Air - for SCBA Administrators Course Dates: June 4, 2016Cost: $600.00 (includes lunch)For Fire Service, the use and refilling of SCBA cylinders is

often a daily event. The importance of providing good quality breathing air for use in SCBA's requires an understanding of the installation, inspection and maintenance of breathing air compressors. The information in this course is essential for any organization using SCBA and breathing air compressors.

One day training:• The duties of a SCBA program administrator related to

breathing air compressors and SCBA cylinders• Related standards and legislation• What comprises a compressed breathing air system• Critical compressor installation, operation, inspection, and

maintenance issues.• Troubleshooting breathing air quality problems• What to look for when visually inspecting different types of

cylinders• Important considerations for the operation of compressors

and filling stations• Procedures and elements of air quality analysis tests.

ESTC also offers Fire Extinguisher Training upon request - call for details.

Perfect for your next meeting or training, the ESTC offers state of the art, climate controlled meeting rooms/classrooms with built in projectors and presentation screens. The ESTC offers comfortable classroom seating for up to 60 and lecture seating for approximately 80.

Call to book today! The ESTC, 40193 Blyth Rd, Blyth ON N0M 1H0; phone: 226.523.9500. Visit www.estc.ca.

To register for a course at the ESTC visit: https://campscui.active.com/orgs/EmergencyServicesTrainingCentre

Emergency Services Training Centre upcoming courses

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WorkshopsExploring Apprenticeship – This information session is for people of all ages interested in apprenticeships. Learn how to become a part of the College of Trades and explore the different routes to apprenticeship. Pre-registration is required 519-524-2515 ext. 0. May 31st from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. The Centre for Employment and Learning – Goderich, 41 West Street, Goderich. Free.

Second Career Workshop – This workshop provides information on retraining options and financial support to help laid off workers prepare for a new career. Find out if you are eligible. Pre-registration is required 519-524-2515 ext. 200. May 30th, June 13th and June 27th from 1:00-3:00. The Centre for Employment and Learning – Goderich, 41 West Street, Goderich. Free.

Discover Yourself - This full day, fun-filled workshop helps you discover yourself and the careers that suit you. It includes a Meyers Briggs Personality assessment. Pre-registration is required 519-524-2515 x 200. June 20th from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm . The Centre for Employment and Learning – Goderich, 41 West Street, Goderich. Free.

Resume and Cover Letter Workshop – Learn how to develop a resume that showcases your skills and leads to interviews and job offers. Offered one-to-one or in small groups. Please call or drop in to register. FREE! Goderich – Monday 1:00 – 4:00 and Friday 9:00 – 4:00 by

appointment (519-524-2515).Exeter – Tuesday 9:00 -11:00 by appointment (519-235-0471)Seaforth- Tuesday 1:00-3:00 and Wednesday 10:00-12:00 by appointment (519-235-0471 x 350)Wingham – Wednesday 9:00 -12:00 by appointment (519-357-4995)

Interview Workshop - Learn how to ace the interview and land the job. This interactive workshop presents the tips and tricks that you need to know to be successful in your next interview. Please call to register. Free! The Centre for Employment and Learning – Wingham. May 25th from 9:00-11:00; 152 Josephine Street, Wingham; 519-357-4995.

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CoursesIntroduction to Computers - Goderich/Clinton: Beginner and intermediate computer training available. Call or drop in to register – 519-524-2515 or 519-482-1700.Wingham: Beginner computer classes available Monday and Wednesday afternoons and/or evenings. Please call or drop in to register – 519-357-4995.

ProgramsTargeted Initiative for Older Workers Program – Programming is available for individuals between the ages of 55 and 65 who are looking for work. Discover key skills and how they are valuable in the local labour market through pre-employment workshops. The next intake is June 20th at Clinton CEL. For more information, contact 519-482-1700.

Youth Job Connection – Paid pre-employment workshops, paid job placements and mentorship available to assist local youth find and keep jobs. Open to youth between the ages of 15 and 29 who are not working or in full-time school or training. Program is available year round throughout Huron County. Next session starts in June at Goderich CEL. For more information, contact 519-235-0471.

Youth Job Link – Resources and information are available to help youth between the ages of 15 and 29 explore career options while receiving resume, cover letter and job search support. Employer incentives and individual support may be available for youth entering the workforce for the first time. For more information contact your local Centre for Employment and Learning.

Skills Upgrading and Readiness Program (SURP) - Assists adults in Huron County improve reading, writing, math, computer and other essential skills to prepare for personal goals such as employment, apprenticeship, finishing high school, attending college or improving daily life.Classes are available at The Centre for Employment and Learning in Wingham, Exeter, Clinton and Goderich. Check out the website for class times. www.thecentreforemploymentandlearning.ca/literacy-and-basicskills

English as a Second Language (ESL) - Communication is an important skill to help newcomers integrate into their community and secure employment. Classes are offered across Huron County at a variety of times and locations. Individuals with little or no English skills as well as advanced learners are invited to attend. All ESL services are free to those who qualify! Call 519-271-4896 to learn more about ESL locations and times.

The LearningHUB: is an online upgrading program that helps adults in Ontario improve their reading, writing, math, computer and other essential skills to prepare for goals such as employment and returning to school. Online learning allows you to access upgrading at the times that work best for you!

Check out our new Course Bundle on Retail and Customer Service: http://www.learninghub.ca/Files/PDF-files/LearningHUB%20Retail%20package%20flyer.dec%202015.pdfSelect the courses that suit your needs to improve your job skills from the following choices:Customer Service Essentials – learn about workplace expectations, communication skills, the importance of a positive attitude and techniques for dealing effectively with difficult customers.Conflict Resolution Skills and Strategies – Explore helpful advice and activities on stress management and communication skills concerning the 4 P’s of Conflict Resolution: Preparedness, Perception, Personality and Practice.Improving Your Job Skills – Learn the basic skills for any job and how to gather and manage information. Explore ways to work through problems, decide upon solutions, reduce conflict and work with others.On the Job Report Writing – Learn the steps to follow when writing reports for the workplace, such as gathering information and writing, editing and proofreading your report.Upgrade your Computer Skills and Knowledge - Learn basic computer functions, using email in the workplace, best practices for surfing the Internet and how to use Microsoft Office software.

To register (https://www.learninghub.ca/get_registered.aspx) or for more information visit www.learninghub.ca.

Centre for Employment & Learning, continued

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The Huron Business Development Corporation located in Seaforth, Ontario provides this bi-monthly newsletter, featuring the wide variety of adult learning and training opportunities available right here in Huron County. If you, your organization, group or business would like to have your local adult learning & training opportunities included in the next edition of Learning & Training in Huron County, please contact HBDC, 138 Main St S, Seaforth, Ontario, 519-527-0305.

For more information contact: Kelly Harrison The Centres for Employment & Learning 519.235.0471 x 314 | kellharr@fc.amdsb.ca

Helping youth find and keep jobs!

This Employment Ontario Program is funded by the Ontario Government

Paid pre-employment training, job opportunities and mentorship for youth aged 15 to 29 who are not working and not in full time school or training.

Employers - provide valuable work experience to youth in our community while receiving financial incentives to help cover the cost of wages and training.

Benefits for Youth: Paid training to help you find and keep a job Paid job placement to gain work experience Help setting and reaching employment goals Learn job search, resume, interview and other

essential workplace skills Continued support from mentors who want to

help you succeed

Benefits for Employers: Connect with candidates who have received

training and are ready to work Support from program staff during placements Incentives to offset hiring and training costs Unique opportunity to mentor youth and help

establish themselves in the workforce Contribute to youth retention in Huron County

Program available year round throughout Huron County.

www.thecentreforemploymentandlearning.ca

Youth Job Connection

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REACH YOUR POTENTIAL! BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP & MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA Goderich Site Please contact: (519) 606-1484 or clinton@fanshawec.ca

PROGRAM STARTS IN SEPT , 2016 PARTNERSHIPS WITH LOCAL BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURS FIND OUT ABOUT PROGRAM INFORMATION & ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS APPLY TODAY: WWW.ONTARIOCOLLEGES.CA

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Pet First Aid This is a program that provides life-saving knowledge and training for pet owners. This course encourages safe management of emergency circumstances, and prepares rescuers to respond to life-threatening situations involving their domestic animals. Pet First Aid provides the participant with the knowledge, judgment and skills needed to respond safely and effectively in an emergency.

Sunday June 5th

9:30 am— 5:00pm

Huron County Museum, Goderich

$110 per person Spaces are limited. Please

register by May 25th.

Contact Angie at 519-524-4154

info@lakehuronlearning.ca

lakehuronlearning.ca

St. John Ambulance Training Courses in May & June at the Goderich location at 34 Newgate St. entrance at rear of building.

Standard First Aid & CPR/AED – WSIB compliance for businesses with 6 - 199 employees on a shift. Many college and university programs require this training as a program pre-requisite. First Aid skills include unconsciousness, head & spinal injuries, bandaging, splinting, medical con-ditions, burns, eye injuries, poisoning, mul-tiple casualties, and others. Choose from Adult only resuscitation or Adult, Child & Infant resuscitation. Courses run from 9am – 5:30pm on day one and 9am-5pm. Cer-tification valid for 36 months. $135 - $150 depending on level of CPR chosen.

- May 28/29 (Sat/Sun) - June 8/9 (Wed/Thurs)

- June 20/21 (Mon/Tues)- June 25/26 (Sat/Sun)- July 4/5 (Mon/Tues)

Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED - WSIB compliance for businesses with 1-5 em-ployees on a shift. An excellent skills build-er course for students aged 13+. First Aid skills include unconsciousness, head & spi-nal injuries, bandaging, medical conditions, burns and others. Choose from Adult only resuscitation or Adult, Child & Infant resus-citation. Courses run from 9am – 5:30pm . Certification valid for 36 months. $95 - $100 depending on level of CPR chosen.

- May 28 (Sat) - June 8 (Wed)- June 20 (Mon)- June 25 (Sat)- July 4 (Mon)Standard First Aid Renewal – Certificate

must be not be expired and issued through

St. John Ambulance. Courses run from 9am – 5:30pm. Certification valid for 36 months. $95 - $100 depending on level of CPR chosen.

- June 14 (Tues)- June 18 (Sun)- July 9 (Sat)CPR Renewal Courses – Must hold CPR

certification at the level of recertification requested. Any provider. Courses run from 9am – 12:30pm. Annual Recertification recommended. $59 - $65 – depending on level of CPR chosen.

- June 14 (Tues)- June 18 (Sun)- July 9 (Sat)

Pre-Registration is required for all cours-es. Contact our office to register today – 519-524-1076 huron@on.sja.ca – view more course dates online, or register at www.sja.ca.

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GODERICH

BUSINESS - ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND MANAGEMENT2 Year Ontario College DiplomaSeptember 2016

St. John Ambulance upcoming CPR & First Aid courses

2016 Better Business Workshop Series

Once again, our workshops are an excellent way to hone business skills and better the bottom line!

Register – it’s required! Call 519-524-8394 Ext 3242 or email Amy at acresswell@huroncounty.ca . Location: REACH – Regional Equine and Agricultural Centre of Huron, 169 Beech St, Clinton. Purchase a Spring pass for $50 (HST included) and attend any (or all) of the regular Spring series

workshops, or pay $25 per workshop! Note: Special events are priced separately. Celebrate International Women’s Day at an evening networking event at the White Carnation Banquet Hall in Holmesville (5:30-9 pm). Both men and woman are welcome. Take this opportunity to honour the women entrepreneurs in our area. Enjoy speed networking, along with update information on the Self Employment Benefit program as it winds down. Hear some local success stories. The first 20 SEB graduates to register will be FREE. Otherwise, $30.

Thu, Mar 10

5:30-9:00 pm White Carnation,

Holmesville $30

Walk on Wet Paint: Profiting from Change, Bob Parker. An entrepreneur, speaker, and consultant for over 25 years, Bob Parker has worked internationally with both small and large organizations to help them understand the keys to improve performance and get optimum results. The best of them have a desire to learn new things with an open mind, challenge the status quo, distance themselves from the naysayers, and ultimately... Walk on wet paint.

Thu, Mar 17

7:00-9:30 pm REACH Huron,

Clinton

Basic Accounting Principles – Understanding the Bottom Line, Alison Lobb. Entrepreneurs were told it was simple to use computerized accounting software, and they believed it! What makes it much more user friendly is a general understanding of accounting principles. Learn about terminology, main financial statements, what lenders and accountants ask for. Demystify your income tax.

Thu, Mar 31 7:00-9:30 pm

REACH Huron, Clinton

QuickBooks Part 1: Basics, Alison Lobb. Designed for those who want a better understanding of QuickBooks Accounting Software, or are just at the stage of considering computerization. We’ll cover how to set up a chart of accounts that provides the reports you want; how to customize your program; and some basic data entry. This is a lab class, so you’ll be working individually on our computers.

Tue, Apr 5 7:00-9:30 pm

REACH Huron, Clinton

QuickBooks Part 2: Alison Lobb. You must have attended Part 1 to register for this workshop. We’ll spend time entering receipts and expenses, dealing with non-routine transactions, and will cover designing the reports you need. Feel free to bring individual questions from your own operation. Also a lab class.

Wed, Apr 13 7:00-9:30 pm

REACH Huron, Clinton

Your Company’s Financial Lens – as seen through the Lender’s eyes, Jim Niesen. Want to know what your banker knows about your business? Want to learn how loan decisions are made based upon a seemingly random organization of numbers, figures and formulas? Even better, do you want to use the same information that bankers use to make better decisions in running your business? If you answered, ‘Yes’, ‘Yes’ and ‘Yes’, then this workshop is for you. Suggestion: Take the ‘Basic Accounting Principles’ workshop on March 31st to prepare yourself!

Thu, Apr 21

7:00-9:30 pm REACH Huron,

Clinton

HWIN dinner (Huron Women in Networking) at the White Carnation Banquet Hall, Holmesville. This popular dinner event has been drawing 40-60 women for an enjoyable and informational, networking experience for 13 years now. Join us for an opportunity to learn about local businesses, and for a chance to win a door prize AND promote your own business! You don’t have to own a business to participate… you may choose to share information on someone else’s business.

Thu, Apr 28

6:00-9:00 pm White Carnation,

Holmesville $30

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2016 Better Business Workshop Series

www.huronsbec.ca

Customer Service Excellence – the BEST Standard is NOT Satisfaction, Lisa Harper. Why does nearly every business, small and large, seek to ‘SATISFY’ the customer when satisfaction is nothing more than mediocrity‽ If being a middle-of-the-road, run-of-the-mill, average performing, business is your goal, then skip this workshop! But be forewarned, you might get wind-burned as the businesses of those that DO attend fly past yours on the wings of absolutely THRILLED customers!

Thu, May 5

7:00-9:30 pm REACH Huron,

Clinton

The Power of 1 – Sensational Service Generates Sizzling Sales, Michael Lewis. This motivational seminar focuses on the simple concept of the power and influence just one delighted customer can have in your business success. It’s about anticipating and exceeding your customer's expectations with an advanced "ShowTime" customer service approach! Exceed their expectations and you'll win big!

Wed, May 11 7:00-9:30 pm

REACH Huron, Clinton

From Concept to Creation: Making your own Marketing Materials, Teresa Renee. This workshop will help you learn basic graphic design skills so that you can easily create your own Ads/Banners/Website Graphics and Social Media Graphics using a FREE graphic design program. You’ll learn: to put text on images, basic image manipulation, layering images, locating free photos & graphics, and much more.

Thu, May 19 7:00-9:30 pm

REACH Huron, Clinton

Babies, Puppies & Pandas! Marketing the ‘Awwwww’ Factor, Jim Niesen. Marketing only works if it appeals to the customer. How many ads, social media posts, emails, sales letters, billboards, commercials, flyers and other marketing media have failed to resonate with you? Probably hundreds, if not thousands! Are you confident that your marketing is any better? In other words, are you sure that it is bringing customers to you? Or is it just as likely to be sending them elsewhere?

Thu, May 26

7:00-9:30 pm REACH Huron,

Clinton

Social Media Gets Real: A Panel of Entrepreneurs share their ideas and experiences. Even if you consider yourself experienced and successful with your social media impact, you’ll likely take away some tips and tricks from these entrepreneurs. Come ready to share your own success stories.

Thu, Jun 2 7:00-9:30 pm

REACH Huron, Clinton

Facebooking for Small Business – Beyond the Post, Teresa Renee. Facebook is way more than just posting a happy thought each day. It’s also: contests to attract new customers; discussion boards to educate and share; event announcements to draw crowds and attention; a strategic tool to increase business during slow times; an inexpensive way to connect frequently with loyal customers; a way to reward; a way to differentiate; a way to tell a story; to excite, inspire, encourage and SELL!

Wed, Jun 8

7:00-9:30 pm REACH Huron,

Clinton

More Revenue from Effective Networking & Business Etiquette, Michael Lewis. Networking has always been about making timely connections. This motivational presentation hopes to re-ignite your desire to network more efficiently and effectively. Common courtesy covers more than just having and using good manners and includes proper business etiquette. Discover the right way to handle your in-person, on-the-phone and on-line connections with professionalism and in a manner that makes a positive first impression that lasts.

Thu, Jun 16

7:00-9:30 pm REACH Huron,

Clinton

Marketing BIG with Google Ads for SMALL Business, Liz Gray. Get help with the not-as-complex-as-you-thought world of Google Ads. If you’re not using this 21st century marketing tool yet, maybe your business performance has more in common with the Great Depression than it does today’s globally connected village. And about these connections? They’re really TRILLIONS of marketing channels carrying messages about products and services. Well, everyone’s but yours.

Wed, Jun 22

7:00-9:30 pm REACH Huron,

Clinton

Business by Design – a FREE bi-monthly seminar (10am – 4 pm) at HBC. An intensive course on what it takes to succeed in small business. Jim Niesen (Jan, March, May, July, September, November) Planning for Success – a FREE bi-monthly seminar (10am – 4 pm) at HBC for people who are at the stage of putting their plans on paper. Alison Lobb (February, April, June, August, October)

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PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER ENHANCED WORKSHOPS WHERE: Kincardine, Lake Huron Learning and Clinton, Reach Centre Please contact: (519) 606-1484 or clinton@fanshawec.ca

KINCARDINE FOOT CARE FOR PSW MAY 9-18 MONDAY & WEDNESDAY 6:30-9:30PM LIFTS AND TRANSFERS WEDNESDAY, MAY 25 6:30-9:30PM CLINTON FOOT CARE FOR PSW APRIL 26-MAY 5 TUES & THURS 6:30-9:30PM MANAGING DEMENTIA TUESDAY, MAY 10 6:30-9:30PM LIFTS & TRANSFERS THURSDAY, MAY 12 6:30-9:30PM MENTAL HEALTH MAY 30-JUNE 1 MON & WED 6:30-9:30PM PSW SKILLS DAY TUES JUNE, 14 6:00-10:00PM SPECIAL DIETS THURS, JUNE 23 6:30-9:30PM

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