Job Search Strategies Workshop

Employment Resource Centre 320 5th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Understand the key elements of a job search and create a personalized Job Search Action Plan. Register by phone at 403-705-7543, by email at employment@ywcalgary.ca or in person during drop-in hours.

Free

Résumé Workshop

Employment Resource Centre 320 5th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Learn the basics of résumé formatting and writing and how to target your résumé to achieve your job search goals. Register by phone at 403-705-7543, by email at employment@ywcalgary.ca or in person during drop-in hours.

Free

Cover Letter Workshop

Employment Resource Centre 320 5th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Learn to make a strong impression on paper! Learn about cover letter structure and how to write letters that’s set you apart from other candidates. Register by phone at 403-705-7543, by email at employment@ywcalgary.ca or in person during drop-in hours.

Free

Interview Skills and Interview Practice Workshop

Employment Resource Centre 320 5th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Prepare for interview and practice your interview skills using proven techniques to answer challenging questions.  Receive feedback on how you present in an interview and tips on how to make a great impression. Register by phone at 403-705-7543, by email at employment@ywcalgary.ca or in person during drop-in hours.

Free

Introduction to Microsoft Word

Employment Resource Centre 320 5th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Learn the basics to Microsoft Word, including creating, formatting, saving and printing online documents through this introductory class facilitated by the Calgary Public Library. Register by phone at 403-705-7543, by email at employment@ywcalgary.ca or in person during drop-in hours.

Free

Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Employment Resource Centre 320 5th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Learn how to create an Excel spreadsheet, including entering and formatting data as well as basic functions through this introductory class facilitated by the Calgary Public Library. Register by phone at 403-705-7543, by email at employment@ywcalgary.ca or in person during drop-in hours.

Free

Introduction to Google Drive

Employment Resource Centre 320 5th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Learn how to use Google Drive to create, share, save and manage documents/spreadsheets and information through this introductory class facilitated by the Calgary Public Library. Register by phone at 403-705-7543, by email at employment@ywcalgary.ca or in person during drop-in hours.

Free

Introduction to Microsoft Office Online

Employment Resource Centre 320 5th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Learn to create an account and explore Microsoft Office Online, a free web-based application that allows you to create Word, PowerPoint and Excel documents, as well as store documents online through this introductory class facilitated by the Calgary Public Library. Register by phone at 403-705-7543, by email at employment@ywcalgary.ca or in person during drop-in hours.

Free

Exploring Career Resources Online

Employment Resource Centre 320 5th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Learn about the library's online career resources that can help you write a résumé, compose a cover letter and prepare for an interview. Also learn about new and emerging career prospects through this introductory class facilitated by the Calgary Public Library. Register by phone at 403-705-7543, by email at employment@ywcalgary.ca or in person during drop-in hours.

Free

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YW Women’s Networking Circle

Employment Resource Centre 320 5th Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join us every Friday morning at 10:00am for coffee/tea and information about job search strategies. The group is facilitated by a Career Coach. Set goals for yourself, while connecting with fellow job seekers for motivation and support. Everyone is welcome! Please RSVP to attend. Register by phone at 403-705-7543, by email at employment@ywcalgary.ca or in person during drop-in […]

Free