Funded in part by the Ministry of
Training Colleges & Universities

 
 
3581 Concession Drive

  P.O. Box 550, Glencoe, ON   N0L 1M0
  Phone : 519-287-2726    

  Fax : 519-287-3804
  Email: quest_centre@yahoo.com

 


  QUEST Home About Us Contact Us Site Map
  Our Community Events
  Community Calendar
  Employment Support and Articles
  Skills Upgrading
  Computer Courses
  Internet Access
  Children's Programs
  Community Programs & Services
  Government Forms
 
  Services Available at the QUEST Centre
  
   General Interest Articles
  Leave Feedback
  

Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities

THE QUEST CENTRE
 
A Community Employment & Resource Centre

   EMPLOYMENT COUNSELLING & YOU
  Job Search:
 -
Resume Writing 
  - Skills Assessment   
  - Interview Skills 

 
Career Planning:
 -
Career Exploration 
  - Information & Referrals to community resources   
  - Training options  
  - Labour Market information       
  - Focused on rural needs
  - Employment Counselling services are available at no cost

              
We can help you with your employment needs! 
  
             Susie is at the QUEST Centre every Wednesday. 
                    Call today to book your appointment ~ 1-800-396-1708 ext 152

Do you need to apply for
  EMPLOYMENT INSURANCE BENEFITS?
Apply for EI online
You can now apply on-line at the QUEST Centre. 
If you are unsure about the process, ask us - we're here to help!

                              Register for a Service Canada Account 
                
                      to view & update your information with  
 - Employment Insurance 
 - Canada Pension Plan (CPP) 
 - Old Age Security (AOS)

NEED A JOB NOW?  Check out  
Web Sites For JOB HUNTERS

The QUEST Centre 
SUMMER DAY CAMP 

 for children ages 6-12  
Monday to Friday (except holidays)  9am-4:30pm 
Activities  include computer projects, crafts, indoor
& outdoor activities  and weather permitting - swimming, 
with a focus on computer fun with a different theme each week

  Session 1   July 12-16                Pioneer Week 
  Session 2   July 19-23                Knights of the Round Table 
  Session 3   July 26-30                Mad Science
  Session 4   August 3-6              Rocks 'N Stuff
  Session 5   August 9-13            Arts & Crafts

Session 1, 2, 3 & 5: $140/ Wk/child    $115/wk/each additional child 
Session 4: $115/wk/child                    $90/wk/each additional child

    Pre-registration is required
  Our Summer Day Camp program is very popular and early
     registration is encouraged - Call 519-287-2726 

 

                    Kidproof Canada™  
           
CHILD SAFETY EDUCATION CLASSES  
                
Held at The QUEST Centre  
  
    Babysitter Training (ages 12-15): Date TBA ......$40
  
    Never Bee Lost (ages 5-7)             Date TBA
   
   Stranger Smart
(ages 7-10)           Date TBA
   
 
Cybersafe (ages 9-13)               Date TBA
   
 Home Alone (ages 10-12)             Date TBA
  

 To register your child please call The QUEST Centre 
 519-287-2726 or email:  quest_centre@yahoo.com  

STANDARD FIRST AID &
    CPR CERTIFICATION

  Ψ
For employees, babysitters & anyone who needs certification
       
Ψ Learn how to avoid accidents and what to do if they occur 

          August 26 & 27 ~ 9am to 5pm
                
Call 519-287-2726 to register 
                The QUEST Centre, Glencoe  

 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION 
Register by June 22nd
First Aid $105      Recert $77

Standard First Aid & CPR 
 - $125 per person (includes manual)
 - 16 hours of instruction includes Level C  CPR   

Standard First Aid & CPR Re-Certification   
  - $87 per person (manual included) 
  - 8 hours of instruction and review includes Level C CPR
  - Must show proof of valid certification 
  - Recert date August 27

Level C CPR Re-Certification   
  - $45 per person  
  - 4 hours of instruction (date August 27 morning only) 
  - Must show proof of valid certification

Upgrade to Health Care Provider (HCP-C) CPR   
  - $35 per person (must be attending the Standard First Aid) 
  - 1 extra hour each evening

Qualified Instructor is an Authorized Provider of The Canadian Red Cross 

NOTE: All Courses now include certification in Automated External Defibrillation (AED), and hands on application with four different AED models.




COMPUTER COURSES

Held at The Quest Centre
Students will receive a 'Certificate Of Completion' 
at the conclusion of each course
 

More courses to be announced. 
Check our website: www.quest-centre.com  
Glencoe Transcript and Free Press 
or call 519-287-2726 
for dates and times

  Computer Tutorials for the Beginner:   (1 ½ hr:$25) 
Appointment required.

For Computer Course description  
_____________________________

                       Are you interested in taking a
COMPUTER COURSE or a SPECIAL INTEREST COURSE
* Women Travelling Alone; 
* Neighbours, Friends & Family; 
* Babysitters Training; 
* Child Safety Education Courses such as 
* 'Home Alone,' 
* 'Stranger Smarts,' 
* 'Never Bee Lost' 
       Send your suggestion to The QUEST Centre
                  Call 519-287-2726
           or email: quest_centre@yahoo.com

 

                Please DO NOT COME INTO The QUEST Centre
if you have Flu-Like Symptoms

HINI VIRUS UPDATES
    

 5 Simple Steps To Staying Healthy:  
1. Wash your hands often using soap and water or a hand sanitizer. Ensure hands are  washed:
• Before eating
• Before putting in contact lenses
• Before touching your face
• After shaking hands
• After coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose
 

2. Avoid touching your face as much as possible.
3. Cough and sneeze into a tissue or your elbow. Throw out used tissues.
4. Do not share objects that have been in other people’s mouths, e.g. toothbrushes, drinks and water bottles, unwashed utensils, cigarettes, lip products, and non-sanitized mouthpieces of musical instruments. (click 
HERE for more about musical instruments)
5. Stay home if you feel sick. Refer to
IMPORTANT UPDATES for recommendations from your local Health Unit

Symptoms of Influenza include: 
Fever • Cough • Headache • Sore muscles • Joint pain • Sore Throat • Diarrhea and vomiting
If you have flu-like symptoms, please call Telehealth  at 1-866-797-0000 
 
For general information on the H1N1 flu virus, call the Service Ontario INFOline at 1-800-476-9708 


 The FAMILY HEALTH CLINIC   
at the QUEST Centre, Glencoe  
For High School students & families of young children (0-6 years old)  
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY  
Clinics will be held 
July 14 ~ 1:30 - 3:30pm
August 18 ~ 1:30 - 3:30pm

Other dates TBA
For more information, please contact: 
519-663-5317 ext 2317 or 
yvonee.ungar@mthu.on.ca

                    

           Sponsor a Month in our COMMUNITY CALENDAR!
The QUEST Centre produces an on-line community calendar, which provides the
dates of community events, as well as courses and workshops taking place at the Centre. The calendar gives you an opportunity to advertise your company or organization and highlight your special dates!  The 'On-Line Calendar'  is included in our  newsletter 'Q-Tips'.  In addition, your advertising dollar is helping to support our very worthwhile programs.
Call for more info to pick the month that works the best for you - 519-287-2726 

CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSE GUIDES
and info for various educational centres
available at the QUEST Centre ~ 519-287-2726

 

The QUEST Centre is open:
Monday to Friday ~ 9am to 5pm

The QUEST Centre will be closed  
Monday, August 2nd - Civic Holiday
Regular hours resumes Tuesday, August 3rd ~ 9am to 5pm  

The Staff at The QUEST Centre 
wish you & your family a safe & happy holiday

The QUEST Centre is open to serve you:  

Monday - Friday
    9am to 5pm
 The Centre is
closed on
weekends & holidays

THE ROAD TO YOUR FUTURE

 Employment Planning Workshop
GAIN Centre, Strathroy
1-800-396-1708


Upcoming Sessions 
9:30am - 2:00pm:
 
July 14, 28  
August 4, 18

Pre-registration is mandatory.


WORKSHOPS - JOB SEARCH AND YOU!
GAIN Centre, Kenwick Mall, Strathroy
 9:30am - 2:30pm

       
          RESUME 101                 
July 15, 29 
August 17
- Identify your skills and abilities
 - Present your best qualifications

                       MARKETING                  YOURSELF               
  July 22 
 August 10, 26
- Creative job search ideas
 - Positive interview strategies 

**NEW: Follow-up "Mock Interiew'  Workshop, by referral only
No Cost ~ Please be on time! 
Pre-registration is mandatory.

    Call the GAIN Centre for more info
  & to register
 1-800-396-1708
ext 152
 


LIFEWORK

 Making Meaningful Employment Choices
GAIN Centre, Strathroy
1-800-396-1708

 

Upcoming Sessions: 

      ~ 9:30am to 4pm:    
      July 7 & 8 
   August 12 & 13
- Personal situation (values, likes, needs)
 - Work goals

- Skills and qualifications

- Labour market

Registration for the workshops by referral only. Call Susie for an appointment 519-287-2726


 

 

 

Birth Certificate

 

Child & Family Benefits

 

CPP

 

Getting Ready
To Retire

 

Government Information Centre

 

Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities

 

Old Age Security (OAS) Program

 

Ontario Health Insurance Card

 

Applying for a Passport

 

Service Canada

 

Services for People with Disabilities  

 

WSIB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

© 2004 The QUEST Centre Community Initiatives.  All rights reserved.