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

 


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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 ~ 519-287-2726

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!

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

         

SUMMER DAY CAMP 

Session 1: July 13-17         'Countries in 5 Days' 
Session 2: July 20-24         'Flashback'  
Session 3: July 27-31         'Sports & Leisure' 
Session 4: August 4-7         'Science'   
Session 5: August 10-14      'Arts Week' 

Sessions 1, 2, 3, 5: $140 per week/child. Multiple weeks or each additional child: $115/week
Sessions 4: $115 per week/child. Multiple weeks or each additional child: $90/week

 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

    Pre-registration is required. 
Children are required to bring a lunch and a drink except on Friday when it will be provided
  The Summer Kid's Camp will provide light snacks.

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

             STANDARD FIRST AID &
                     CPR CERTIFICATION

  Ø
For employees, babysitters & anyone who needs certification
       
Ø Learn how to avoid accidents and what to do if they occur
                           August 20 & 21 ~ 9am - 5pm
                      
Call 519-287-2726 to register 
                      The QUEST Centre, Glencoe

Early Bird Registration: Register by August 13th
First Aid $ 105         Recert  $77

Standard First Aid and CPR
  *$125 per person (includes manual) 16 hours of instruction includes full CPR plus trauma and medical emergencies.  

Standard First Aid & CPR Re-Certification  
 *$87 per person  (includes manual) 8 hours of instruction and review. Must show proof of valid certification. Re-certification date is August 21, 2009.

Qualified Instructor certified by The Canadian Red Cross Society and The Heart & Stroke Foundation

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


TRAINING INFORMATION SESSION  
Second Career Strategy 
Ontario Sills Development 
Held at the Quest Centre 
Date to be announced 
Thinking about training or going back to school? 
Do you have questions that you would like answered? 

Registration is mandatory  
For more info & to register  

Call 1-800-396-1708 ext 141


COMPUTER COURSES

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

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

For Computer Course description  
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                       Are you interested in taking a
COMPUTER COURSE or a SPECIAL INTEREST COURSE
*
Standard First Aid & CPR; 
* Women Travelling Alone; 
* Neighbours, Friends & Family; 
* Babysitters Training; 
* Child Safety Education Courses such as 
* 'Home Alone,' 
* 'Stranger Smarts,' 
* 'Never Bee Lost' 
  or do you have a suggestion?

      
Send your suggestion to The QUEST Centre
                  Call 519-287-2726
           or email: quest_centre@yahoo.com

 

                             Kidproof Canada  
           
CHILD SAFETY EDUCATION CLASSES  
                
Held at The QUEST Centre   
  
  
  Coming this fall:
   Never Bee Lost
(ages 5-7) 
   Stranger Smart
(ages 7-10) 
   Cybersafe
(ages 9-13) 
   Home Alone
(ages 10-12) 
   Babysitter Training
(ages 12-15) 

 To register your child please call The QUEST Centre 

 519-287-2726 or email:  quest_centre@yahoo.com  


                    

           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:
Summer Hours: 
June 1 to September 4 ~ 9am - 5pm 
(no evening hours)

The QUEST Centre will be closed:
Wednesday, July 1st:  Canada Day
 Monday, August 3rd: Civic Day 
Monday, September 7th: Labour Day

 We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday!  

New hours starting September 8th 
Monday, Wednesday & Friday ~ 9am - 5pm
Tuesday & Thursday ~ 9am - 6pm

 

 

The QUEST Centre is open to serve you: 
new hours  
starting Sept 8th
Mon, Wed & Fri ~ 9am-5pm
Tues & Thurs ~ 9am-6pm

Summer Hours: 
June 1 to Sept 4
  ~ 9am - 5pm 
(no evening hours)

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 - 12:30pm:
 
      
July 8, 22  
August 5, 20


WORKSHOPS - JOB SEARCH AND YOU!
GAIN Centre, Kenwick Mall, Strathroy
 9:30am - 12:30pm

       
          RESUME 101         
          July 10, 24 
         August 14, 28

- Identify your skills and abilities
 - Present your best qualifications

                       MARKETING                  YOURSELF 
        July 17 
        August 21
- Creative job search ideas
 - Positive interview strategies

No Cost ~ Pre-registration preferred but walk-ins welcome. Please be on time!

    Call the GAIN Centre for more info
 1-800-396-1708
 


LIFEWORK

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

 

Upcoming Sessions: 

      ~ 9:30am-4pm:
              July 9 & 10 
           August 13 & 14
 
- 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


 

 

 

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