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SUMMARY:Speaker Series Post-Federal Budget Review with Hon. Minister Randy Boissonnault
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 6\, 2023 12:00 Noon – 1:30 PM PST\n\n\nCoast Capri Hotel\n1171 Harvey Avenue\nKelowna\, BC V1Y 6E8\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nThe Kelowna Chamber is excited to welcome MP Randy Boissonnault\, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance for a luncheon to address the Federal Budget for 2023. The Minister will review the major sections of the budget and highlight the initatives which impact the Okanagan and BC in particular. He will be taking questions from the audience following his presentation. \n\nMinister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance\, Hon. Minister Randy Boissonnault \nThe Honourable Randy Boissonnault was first elected to the House of Commons in 2015 and was re-elected in 2021\, representing Edmonton Centre. \nMinister Boissonnault is a successful entrepreneur\, community leader\, and philanthropist with a strong record of leadership in business\, public service\, and the not-for-profit sector. \nMinister Boissonnault served as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage from 2015 to 2017\, championing Canadian arts and culture. A strong advocate for Edmonton Centre\, he worked to address the needs and priorities of his community\, including strengthening transit infrastructure\, supporting businesses\, and creating jobs. \nIn 2016\, Minister Boissonnault became Canada’s Special Advisor to the Prime Minister on LGBTQ2 issues\, working with organizations across the country to promote equality for the LGBTQ2 community\, protect the rights of its members\, and address discrimination against them. He continues to fight for a more inclusive society and tackle discrimination as a co-founder of the Global Equality Caucus. \nMinister Boissonnault holds degrees from the University of Alberta’s Campus Saint-Jean and Oxford University\, where he studied as a Rhodes Scholar. He spent 15 years helping small and medium-sized businesses through his consulting company. After serving as Chair of the Centre for Family Literacy in Edmonton\, he founded Literacy Without Borders to help promote literacy for children and adults in Canada and the developing world. Minister Boissonnault has also served as Vice Chair of TEDx Edmonton and Chair of the Board of Directors of the Conseil de développement économique de l’Alberta\, the Francophone Sport Federation of Alberta\, and the Canadian Francophone Games. He was one of the 50 founders of Startup Edmonton and was a finisher of the Ironman Canada Triathlon. \nMinister Boissonnault lives in Inglewood\, Edmonton with his partner\, David. \n\nRegistration opens at 11:00AM with the event to begin at Noon. \nPurchase Deadline: Tickets MUST be purchased before NOON on Wednesday\, April 5. \nCancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received 4 business days prior to the event to be subject for a refund. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Item Name\nExpires\nPricing\n\n\n\n\nRegular Ticket\nApr 06\, 2023\n\n\n$67.00\n\n\n\nMember Discounted Rate\nApr 06\, 2023\n\n\n$52.00\n\n\n\nElectronic Luncheon Voucher (Membership Benefit)\nApr 06\, 2023\n\n\n$52.00
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/speaker-series-post-federal-budget-review-with-hon-minister-randy-boissonnault/
LOCATION:Coast Capri Hotel\, 1171 Harvey Avenue\, Kelowna\, BC\, V1Y 6E8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Work in Healthcare Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you a newcomer to Canada and a PR holder within the last 10 years? Do you lack a medical background but have an interest in working in healthcare? If so\, don’t miss our upcoming workshop! In just one hour\, you’ll discover the many non-medical professions available in the healthcare sector and learn how you can get involved with Interior Health\, the largest employer in Okanagan. During the session\, you’ll also get valuable insights into the hiring process\, including where to find job postings and how to stand out as a candidate. Plus\, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions directly to an IHA HR specialist and gain first-hand tips on how to land the job you want. By the end of the session\, you’ll have a clear understanding of the key hiring points that will help you find the right non-medical position in the healthcare sector. \nThis workshop will be delivered in person & virtually. Register to get a Zoom link. \nThis event is hosted by the Career Paths for Skilled Immigrant Program at KCR Community Resources. \nhttps://kcr.ca/employment-services/career-paths-for-skilled-immigrants/ \nREGISTER TODAY!
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/work-in-healthcare-workshop/
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SUMMARY:HERizons Career Session: Cover Letter Writing
DESCRIPTION:About the event \nWhen applying for a job\, a strong cover letter expands on your qualifications and showcases your suitability for the role. A compelling cover letter will help you to stand out from other job applicants. \nIn this workshop\, you will learn how to: \n\nstructure your cover letter\nalign your skills\, passion and motivation with the job requirements\ncall for action\n\nAbout the facilitator: Led by Sepideh Delkhoun\, Career Strategist\, HELIX HERizons\, and Seneca Works\, together we will explore how to write an effective cover letter that highlights your suitability for the job you are targeting. \n\n\n\n\nPartner\nHERizons is being offered in partnership with College of the Rockies (British Columbia).
URL:https://www.investkelowna.com/event/herizons-career-session-cover-letter-writing/
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