VCCS Employment Services will be closed for Canada Day: Thursday July 1st
and will re-open Friday July 2nd 8:00am to 4:30pm
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Renewable energy projects focus of upcoming meeting
Lisa Gervais, Lindsay Post
KAWARTHA LAKES - The first of six proposed renewable energy projects for the city will be presented during a public meeting on Wednesday, June 30 in Cambray.
SkyPower Ltd. is behind the Glenarm Solar Power Project, a 10 MV capacity facility in the Glenarm area. This project is not anticipated to create any of the controversy swirling about proposed wind turbines in the Pontypool and Bethany areas.
However, anyone interested in learning more about it can attend the meeting, between 6 and 8 p.m. at the Fenelon Township Community Centre, 2255 Elm Tree Rd., Cambray. According to the on-line description for the recent FIT-awarded project, the proposed site is 169 hectares on part of Lot 11&12, Concession 6 on private land. Construction could begin in August 2011 and take six to nine months to complete. The project has an expected life span of more than 25 years.
"Solar power derived from the sun will be used to generate electricity at the renewable energy generation facility," the company's website states. "The purpose is to supply solar energy to help meet Ontario's existing and growing electricity needs, and to address the consumer demand for cleaner energy sources."
It is expected that approximately 50,000 to 200,000 PV panels - ranging from 60 to 200 watts each - will be installed. They will be mounted to a ground racking system using galvanized steel support structures. Panels will be aligned in rows approximately 20 feet apart.
The company said there would be "minimal impact on the natural environment."
City residents are still awaiting word on five other projects: Simcoe Solar Energy Centre I and III in Woodville, Settlers Landing Wind Park in Pontypool, Snowy Ridge Wind Park in Bethany and Ballyduff Wind Farm in Pontypool.
How it works
- Photovoltaic panels will be the technology used to convert solar radiation into electricity.
- Direct Current (DC) electricity generated from the panels will be collected and converted into Alternating Current (AC) electricity by inverters. Solar panels create DC electricity which is then converted to AC electricity which is suitable for distribution.
- From the inverters, the electricity will be metered and transferred into the grid.
-lgervais@thepost.ca
Lisa Gervais, Lindsay Post
KAWARTHA LAKES - The first of six proposed renewable energy projects for the city will be presented during a public meeting on Wednesday, June 30 in Cambray.
SkyPower Ltd. is behind the Glenarm Solar Power Project, a 10 MV capacity facility in the Glenarm area. This project is not anticipated to create any of the controversy swirling about proposed wind turbines in the Pontypool and Bethany areas.
However, anyone interested in learning more about it can attend the meeting, between 6 and 8 p.m. at the Fenelon Township Community Centre, 2255 Elm Tree Rd., Cambray. According to the on-line description for the recent FIT-awarded project, the proposed site is 169 hectares on part of Lot 11&12, Concession 6 on private land. Construction could begin in August 2011 and take six to nine months to complete. The project has an expected life span of more than 25 years.
"Solar power derived from the sun will be used to generate electricity at the renewable energy generation facility," the company's website states. "The purpose is to supply solar energy to help meet Ontario's existing and growing electricity needs, and to address the consumer demand for cleaner energy sources."
It is expected that approximately 50,000 to 200,000 PV panels - ranging from 60 to 200 watts each - will be installed. They will be mounted to a ground racking system using galvanized steel support structures. Panels will be aligned in rows approximately 20 feet apart.
The company said there would be "minimal impact on the natural environment."
City residents are still awaiting word on five other projects: Simcoe Solar Energy Centre I and III in Woodville, Settlers Landing Wind Park in Pontypool, Snowy Ridge Wind Park in Bethany and Ballyduff Wind Farm in Pontypool.
How it works
- Photovoltaic panels will be the technology used to convert solar radiation into electricity.
- Direct Current (DC) electricity generated from the panels will be collected and converted into Alternating Current (AC) electricity by inverters. Solar panels create DC electricity which is then converted to AC electricity which is suitable for distribution.
- From the inverters, the electricity will be metered and transferred into the grid.
-lgervais@thepost.ca
Friday, June 18, 2010
The Good Food Box: Service Presentation
Monday June, 21st
10:00am
Monday June, 21st
10:00am
VCC Employment Services
A representative from the local Health Unit will be coming in to discuss to both staff and registered clients what exactly "The Good Food Box" program is all about. In today’s changing times, money can be tight but eating healthy is important to fuel your job search. The Good Food Box program is a promising way to meet both of those needs. For questions or to attend contact us at 705-328-0180.
A representative from the local Health Unit will be coming in to discuss to both staff and registered clients what exactly "The Good Food Box" program is all about. In today’s changing times, money can be tight but eating healthy is important to fuel your job search. The Good Food Box program is a promising way to meet both of those needs. For questions or to attend contact us at 705-328-0180.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
The Presentation Series for Adelaide Place Retirement Community was a Huge Success!
Yesterday was the final day for the series of presentations discussing the employment opportunities that will be available at Adelaide Place Retirement Community. Graham Bashford, the Executive Director of Adelaide Place discussed the specifics of the positions he will be hiring for, including roles and responsibilities as well as what he looks for in an applicant.
Bashford also discussed the milieu he plans to develop within the community as a place for seniors to "retire in style" at an affordable rate and stressed the importance of a strong and willing team. "Good fit in personalities is so important" Graham stressed.
The 4 presentations provided about 200 applicants the opportunity to hear from Graham and the VCCS team is very pleased to have had the opportunity to participate in the buzz around a viable addition to the local community.
For more information on how to apply to Adelaide Place contact us at VCCS Employment Services, 705-328-0180, or drop in and see us at 370 Kent Street West, Lindsay ON.
Bashford also discussed the milieu he plans to develop within the community as a place for seniors to "retire in style" at an affordable rate and stressed the importance of a strong and willing team. "Good fit in personalities is so important" Graham stressed.
The 4 presentations provided about 200 applicants the opportunity to hear from Graham and the VCCS team is very pleased to have had the opportunity to participate in the buzz around a viable addition to the local community.
For more information on how to apply to Adelaide Place contact us at VCCS Employment Services, 705-328-0180, or drop in and see us at 370 Kent Street West, Lindsay ON.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
We've Published Our May Newsletter.
See below to read one of the articles. Check out what else is happening with VCCS and the local employment market. Click here to view the complete Newsletter.
The Job Market: Issues Facing the Older Worker
Unfortunately, bad things can and do happen and getting downsized, right sized or laid off, finding a new job after years of employment is a daunting task.
Statiscally speaking
The proportion of older workers in the Canadian work force is growing significantly. It is forecast that the population aged 45 to 64 will represent 48% of the working-age population by 2015.
Recruitment of younger workers is becoming more difficult, as employers are competing for a lower number of candidates
Studies show that most employers do not target older workers to fill their positions
The emerging large group of older workers who are unemployed initially entered the workforce by leaving school at 16 or by immigrating to Canada. Whether displaced, retired or downsized these individuals are finding that looking for work in these times has drastically changed.
A resume and cover letter are necessary tools. Basic computer skills are increasingly necessary as many postings are on various electronic job banks and resumes are mostly sent via email or downloaded on company websites.
This group is also learning that the skills that they are rightfully proud of - stability, working independently, and the willingness and ability to follow instructions precisely, while still important, have taken a back seat to what employers today consider as in demand skills coping with constant change, teamwork, continuous learning, and technological skills which were unknown a generation ago.
Older workers are also generally faced with the necessity of upgrading skills such as computers, completion of high school and in many cases post secondary education is required.
The other issue during times of economic downturn is that when looking for another position, the question is: What will get you in front of the interviewer? Many job seekers tamper with past experience and this could be a trap for both you and the employer. If the result is you do get the job, it could leave you bored or disgruntled after a few months. And for the employer, it is not a great scenario to hire someone who is overqualified for the position only to have them jump ship as soon as the job market loosens. A different tactic is to create that new resume, making it clear exactly what you are looking for. Use all of your experience to tell a prospective employer why you will make his/her operation more successful
See below to read one of the articles. Check out what else is happening with VCCS and the local employment market. Click here to view the complete Newsletter.
The Job Market: Issues Facing the Older Worker
Unfortunately, bad things can and do happen and getting downsized, right sized or laid off, finding a new job after years of employment is a daunting task.
Statiscally speaking
The proportion of older workers in the Canadian work force is growing significantly. It is forecast that the population aged 45 to 64 will represent 48% of the working-age population by 2015.
Recruitment of younger workers is becoming more difficult, as employers are competing for a lower number of candidates
Studies show that most employers do not target older workers to fill their positions
The emerging large group of older workers who are unemployed initially entered the workforce by leaving school at 16 or by immigrating to Canada. Whether displaced, retired or downsized these individuals are finding that looking for work in these times has drastically changed.
A resume and cover letter are necessary tools. Basic computer skills are increasingly necessary as many postings are on various electronic job banks and resumes are mostly sent via email or downloaded on company websites.
This group is also learning that the skills that they are rightfully proud of - stability, working independently, and the willingness and ability to follow instructions precisely, while still important, have taken a back seat to what employers today consider as in demand skills coping with constant change, teamwork, continuous learning, and technological skills which were unknown a generation ago.
Older workers are also generally faced with the necessity of upgrading skills such as computers, completion of high school and in many cases post secondary education is required.
The other issue during times of economic downturn is that when looking for another position, the question is: What will get you in front of the interviewer? Many job seekers tamper with past experience and this could be a trap for both you and the employer. If the result is you do get the job, it could leave you bored or disgruntled after a few months. And for the employer, it is not a great scenario to hire someone who is overqualified for the position only to have them jump ship as soon as the job market loosens. A different tactic is to create that new resume, making it clear exactly what you are looking for. Use all of your experience to tell a prospective employer why you will make his/her operation more successful
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