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

              Check out The QUEST Centre's
              COMPUTER COURSES
* Windows Level 1:Tues Sept 30 & Oct 7 ~ 6-9pm..... $90
* Excel Level 1:Thurs Oct 2 & 9 ~ 6-9pm.............. $90
* Windows Level 2:Tues Oct 14 & 21 ~ 6-9pm......... $90
* Internet Basics:Thurs Oct 16 ~ 6-9pm................ $60
* Internet Email:Thurs Oct 23 ~ 6-9pm................ $60
* Word Processing Level 1:Tues Oct 28 & Nov 4 ~ 6-9pm..................................................... $90
* Excel Level 2:Thurs Oct 30 & Nov 6 ~ 6-9pm.......  $90
* Digital Images:Thurs Nov 13 & 20 ~ 6-9pm.........  $90
* Word Processing Level 2:Tues Nov 18 & 25 ~ 6-9pm..$90

  
    Check times of courses in Computer Courses
  or call The QUEST Centre 519-287-2726

 

Are you interested in taking a
COMPUTER COURSE or a
SPECIAL INTEREST COURSE
such as Standard First Aid & CPR; 
Digital Images; 
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

 

The QUEST Centre
  'Toronto Getaway' Draw
 

Congratulations to Daisy Leach
Winner of our 1st prize:
  2 VIA Rail Return Tickets to Toronto
 plus a One-Night Stay at the
 Intercontinental Toronto Centre
 Congratulations to Evan Cipu
Winner of our 2nd prize:
 One-Night Stay at the
  Renaissance Toronto Hotel Downtown

  The QUEST Centre would like to thank 
VIA Rail Canada, 
Intercontinental Toronto Centre
  and the Renaissance Toronto Downtown
for donating the prizes

and to everyone for their support


         

     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 21 & 22 ~ 9am-5pm
      
Call 519-287-2726 to register 
(Please register by August 11th to ensure a spot
 * an additional $20 registration fee applied after Aug 11th)
 
The QUEST Centre, Glencoe 

Standard First Aid and CPR
  *$105 per person (includes manual) 16 hours of instruction includes full CPR plus trauma and medical emergencies.  

Standard First Aid & CPR Re-Certification  
 *$77 per person  (includes manual) 8 hours of instruction and review. Must show proof of valid certification. Re-certification date is August 22.

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. 

           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

 


We are open to serve you
Summer Hours: 
June 4th - August 29th 
Monday - Friday ~ 9am-5pm

We will be closed 
Monday, September 1st, Labour Day  
We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday!

Regular hours resume September 2nd
Monday, Wednesday & Friday ~ 9am-5pm
Tuesday & Thursday ~ 9am-9pm

 

 

We are open 
to serve you
Summer Hours: 
June 4th - Aug 31st 
Monday - Friday ~ 9am-5pm

We will be closed 
Mon., Sept 1st, Labour Day  
We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday!

Regular hours resume Sept 2nd
Mon, Wed & Fri ~ 9am-5pm
Tues & Thurs ~ 9am-9pm

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:
 
      
August 20 
September 10, 24 
October 8, 22 
November 5, 19 
December 3, 17


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

       
          RESUME 101 
        September 8, 29 
            October 6, 27

- Identify your skills and abilities
 - Present your best qualifications

                       MARKETING                  YOURSELF 
September 15 
October 20

- 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
 


LIFEWORKS

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

 

Upcoming Sessions: 

      ~ 9:30am-4pm:
 September 18 & 19 
October 16 & 17 
November 13 & 14 
December 11 & 12
 
- 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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