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Community-based projects under the New Horizons for Seniors Program that enable seniors to share their knowledge, skills and experiences with others and help communities increase their capacity to address local issues are eligible to receive up to $25,000 per year, per organization.

PEI Literacy Alliance has on its website a video presentation in five short parts designed to help you hire the right person for the job. "We'll show you how to use the nine essential skills to create a job description and a job ad. We'll also give you tips on how to prepare for interviews and evaluate candidates."

Technology surrounds Learners with Interrupted Formal Education everywhere they go: computers, televisions, telephones, bank machines, CD players and microwaves. Most see that computers and technology are an important part of their new country. They are motivated to learn skills that will maximize their progress in English. Some learners embrace technology with open arms while others may be more hesitant.

Jobs in the skilled trades and technology are high-quality, well-paying and offer exciting careers for life. They can give you opportunities to advance to supervisory and management roles. You can even open your own business. Whether you are entering the workforce for the first time, re-entering it or changing careers, you should consider a skilled trade. The opportunities are endless.

The Congress brings together scholars, students, policy-makers and leaders involved in a broad spectrum of disciplines including political science, literature, sociology and education. The 2013 Congress theme "@ the edge" not only reflects the University of Victoria's geographical position in Canada and on the Pacific Rim, but, as well, the need to integrate the periphery both institutionally and socially.

It’s not what you know, it’s who you know. That adage couldn’t be more appropriate in today’s competitive job market. And networking (especially when you’re employed) can be the key to staying employed and staying on a clear career track. But there’s more to networking than shaking hands and exchanging business cards. Done right, networking helps you forge relationships with like-minded professionals to the benefit of all.

The Association of Electronic Journalists is pleased to announce that Fanshawe College will receive the 2013 "Bill Hutton Award of Excellence." Formerly known as the "Friend of RTDNA Canada Award," the award was renamed in 2009 to honour the late Bill Hutton, RTDNA Canada's first president. The award is given to individuals or organizations that have shown a true commitment to RTDNA and the betterment of broadcast journalism in Canada.

The Kids Write Club (KWC) literacy program was created by entrepreneur and author Helen Georgaklis to encourage children to find their voice through writing. Its mission is to get as many children putting fingers to pen at an early age.

Though not yet an official medical condition, job burnout is the greatest challenge to the global health system and stress-related symptoms are expected to get worse as the workplace becomes more global and competitive.

"If you trust your boss, start there. Ask for advice but make sure you have a potential solution to share – it shows you’re making an effort. Don’t accuse anyone of anything, just state your opinion and explain what you would like to see change. Speak from facts, not emotions. Our emotions are often hijacked by our ego and our ego rarely gives good advice." -- Billy Anderson, Founder, Made You Think Coaching, Toronto

The federal government is seeking applications for projects that will help seniors use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program. The deadline for applications is July 5, 2013, in all provinces and territories except Quebec, where the process will close on September 6, 2013, to coincide with a provincial call for proposals.

Everyone needs to know where they’re going. David Scholz, chief marketing officer of Leger Marketing, a Canadian-owned research and strategic marketing firm, emphasizes why being clear is an important skill for leaders. “If no one is telling you, you’ll set your own direction; the result is 100 staff members going in 100 different directions.”

For post-secondary graduates receiving degrees and diplomas in the weeks ahead, excitement about completing their programs may be tempered by the grim job landscape for young people. Here are five ways job-seeking graduates can distinguish themselves in a competitive market.

The Saskatchewan Employment Act (Bill 85) has passed third and final reading in the Legislative Assembly. The Act consolidates 12 pieces of labour legislation into one updated and comprehensive Act that protects workers, promotes growth and increases accountability.

Through a new Lighthouses Program Partnership program in Nova Scotia, about 20 girls will participate in job training and other activities, which will help create friendships and build positive support networks. Some of the girls are helping to develop activities to meet the needs of the group.