1. EVENT: Fondation Suicide Action Montréal, All Star Show
2. WORKSHOP: ACEF, Dealing with Debts Workshop
3. WORKSHOP: Access Adult Education Centre, Free Evening Courses
4. WORKSHOP: AMI Quebec's Free January Events
5. WORKSHOP: QPIRG Concordia's Activism for Students 101
6. CONFERENCE: Tournée d'appropriation sur l'action communautaire autonome
7. JOB OFFER: QPIRG McGill, Outreach Coordinator
8. JOB OFFER: Montreal Review of Books, Advertising Manager
9. JOB OFFER: 2110 Centre for Gender Advocacy, Finance, Administrative and Resource Centre Coordinator
10. OTHER: ERS Youth Development Corporation, Employabillity Program
11. OTHER: YES Montreal's New Mentorship Program
1. EVENT: Fondation Suicide Action Montréal, All Star Show
Pour entrer dans cette nouvelle année 2010 le plus positivement possible, la fondation Suicide Action Montréal et la radio Web Mydreamradio.com présentent: The All Star Show.
Cet évènement se déroulera le samedi 30 janvier prochain au Théâtre Rialto (5723 Av. Du Parc, Montréal). En réunissant les étoiles de la scène urbaine québécoise, des designers de mode et la touche musicale de Djs les plus en vogue en ville; les organisateurs souhaitent éblouir les spectateurs. The All Star Show se veut l’introduction d’une année 2010 flamboyante, où l’espoir de jours meilleurs animera les personnes attristées par la vie. Pour plus d’information sur l’évènement, le site Internet officiel du All Star Show contient tous les détails du concert: www.theallstarshow.com.
2. WORKSHOP: ACEF, Dealing with Debts Workshop
Dealing with Debts Workshop is now offered in English. Are you in debt and finding it hard to cope ? In this free workshop you will learn about different solutions to better understand your situation and take action! Join us on Wednesday January 13th 2010, 6:30 to 9:00 PM at ACEF South-West of Montréal, 6734 Monk (corner Allard). Registration is mandatory, please call: (514) 362-1771. It's free and welcome to all !
3. WORKSHOP: Access Adult Education Centre, Free Evening Courses
Access Adult Education Centre will be offering the following free evening courses:
Introduction to Care Giving ( certification) 120 hours Jan 11 to June 9, First Aid (with certification) 30 hours Jan 25-Feb 24, Healthy Cooking and Living 45 hours March 8 to April 28, Income Tax Returns (personal, small business ) 60 hours Jan 6 to March 22, Computerized Administrative Correspondence 60 hours Jan 18 to March 31.
Classes will be held Monday and Wednesday , from 6:30pm to 9:30 pm . The courses are free, but a minimal fee for materials may apply. They will be held at the Access Adult Education Centre (Riverside School Board) 163, rue Cleghorn Saint Lambert (Near the entrance Victoria Bridge) For more info:(450)-676-1843, www.access.rsb.qc.ca
4. WORKSHOP: AMI Quebec's Free January Events
Support Groups for people living with mental illness on first three Mondays of January at 7:30 pm, a 6-Week Psycho Education Program beginning Tuesday January 26 at 7:00 pm, Roundtable Discussion Monday January 25 at 7 PM “How to Communicate So Your Message Gets Across” (must register at 514-486-1448), Tele-workshop January 20 at 7:00 pm “The Double Whammy of Mental Illness and Addiction” (must register at 1-866-396-2433). For more information: 514-486-1448 or www.amiquebec.org
5. WORKSHOP: QPIRG Concordia's Activism for Students 101
Activism for Students 101 is open to students from any campus or college in Montreal, and no need to reserve in advance, you can just show up! This year, QPIRG Concordia presents monthly sessions about activism and community involvement for students. These sessions are meant for anyone who is curious or interested in getting more involved in their community, and engaging in social and environmental justice issues. There are four Activism for Students 101 workshops scheduled for 2010: Thursday January 7 at 1pm, Monday February 1 at 1pm, Wednesday March 3 at 1pm, Thursday April 6 at 1pm. All scheduled workshops take place at the QPIRG Concordia space at 1500 de Maisonneuve West, #204 (metro Guy-Concordia), above the Café Depôt.
For more information: 514-398-7432, www.qpirgmcgill.org.
6. CONFERENCE: Tournée d'appropriation sur l'action communautaire autonome
Le Réseau québécois de l'action communautaire autonome (RQ-ACA) entreprend une tournée des régions du Québec qui porte sur l'action communautaire autonome et plus particulièrement sur le contenu du Cadre de référence en matière d'action communautaire.
Sujets abordés lors de la séance : comité aviser au RQ-ACA (bref survol), cadre de référence (bref rappel des négociations entourant sa rédaction), contenu du cadre de référencé (notamment les critères de l'action communautaire autonome), politique actuelle et les enjeux entourant l'élaboration éventuelle par le gouvernement de nouveaux éléments de politique.
Date et lieu: Le 19 janvier 2010, 9h à 16h30, Centre St-Pierre Salle 1205, coût : 5$ (dîner libre). Inscription : inscriptions@riocm.ca
7. JOB OFFER: QPIRG McGill, Outreach Coordinator
In order to qualify you must be approved by McGill as a work-study student. We are looking for someone committed to the mandate and vision of QPIRG who can help to forge these important links between students and their community, in particular through the CURE project.
Please submit your cover letter and resume before the APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, JANUARY 12, 2010, 5PM. Submissions can be made via email, or can be dropped off at our office from Monday to Friday 11-5pm.
To find out more about QPIRG and the job posting go to: www.qpirgmcgill.ca, about CURE http://qpirgconcordia.org/cure/
For more info about the Work Study program, please visit: www.mcgill.ca/studentaid/workstudy
8. JOB OFFER: Montreal Review of Books, Advertising Manager
The Montreal Review of Books, a nationally-distributed book review, is looking for a local Advertising Manager. This resourceful and dedicated individual will have strong sales skills, an interest in books and be fluently bilingual. Sales or advertising experience with a non-profit an asset. Commission sales (20% of advertising revenue generated). Please forward CV and cover letter by January 15 to aelaq@bellnet.ca
9. JOB OFFER: 2110 Centre for Gender Advocacy, Finance, Administrative and Resource Centre Coordinator
The 2110 Centre for Gender Advocacy is currently hiring a Finance, Administrative and Resource Centre Coordinator.
Requirements: a background in accounting/ familiarity with double-entry accounting, proven experience in the field of administration for non-profits, strong organizational and communication skills, good working background regarding a financial understanding of non-profits, bilingual in English and French, ability to work in a PC/Mac hybrid environment, demonstrated a dedication to social justice particularly as it relates to gender and its intersections.
To apply, please send cover letter and CV before January 8th, 5pm by email to info@centre2110.org. For a full job posting and information about the 2110 Centre for Gender Advocacy please visit: www.centre2110.org. Or contact 2110 at (514) 848-2424 ext. 7431 or email at info@centre2110.org.
10. OTHER: ERS Youth Development Corporation, Employabillity Program
“Exploring Career Opportunities Plus Much More” offered free of charge starting January 25, 2010 for 21 weeks. Must be on welfare or EI or without income. Retain your benefits with paid transportation. Small learning groups. Course is designed to improve your skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Various career paths tailored to your skills and interests are explored. Supportive environment offering personal development workshops, targeted job search techniques, networking, interview skills and personalized coaching. Two-week stage at end of the program. Call 514-731-3419 to schedule interview and reserve your spot today! ERS Youth Development Corporation, near Namur Metro.
11. OTHER: YES Montreal's New Mentorship Program
Offered free of charge, YES’ new “Pay It Forward” Mentorship Program assists the transition from school to work or self-employment, as well as emerging artists in the early stages of their careers, through the transferring of knowledge from mentor to mentee. For more information, please contact the Mentorship Program Coordinator at 514-878-9788 ext 308.
For updates on all YES programs, consult their website at www.yesmontreal.ca
