Upcoming Training

Do you find it difficult to recognize and address disrespect at work? Do you feel confident to speak to the respectful policy? Are you aware that Supervisors and Managers are held at a higher standard and duty to ensure the workplace is respectful? We all deserve a respectful workplace where we can all contribute to a healthy and productive organization. However, when people at work offend, embarrass, or humiliate us, it hurts our dignity and well-being affecting work relationships and lowering productivity. This session focuses on Leaders being better able to:  

• Clearly describe what a respectful workplace looks like and recognize the signs of discriminating, harassing and violent behaviours,
• Understand the impact and consequences of disrespect on people and the organization,
• Commit to your role and responsibilities in supporting the respectful workplace policy,
• Confidently address disrespectful behaviours in a professional and timely manner, and
• Apply communication strategies for leaders to recognize and handle offensive, disrespectful and inappropriate behaviours.

This session is designed for Leaders, however all are welcome to attend.

Do you find it difficult to recognize and address disrespect at work? Do you feel confident to speak to the respectful policy? Are you aware that Supervisors and Managers are held at a higher standard and duty to ensure the workplace is respectful? We all deserve a respectful workplace where we can all contribute to a healthy and productive organization. However, when people at work offend, embarrass, or humiliate us, it hurts our dignity and well-being affecting work relationships and lowering productivity. This session focuses on Leaders being better able to:  

• Clearly describe what a respectful workplace looks like and recognize the signs of discriminating, harassing and violent behaviours,
• Understand the impact and consequences of disrespect on people and the organization,
• Commit to your role and responsibilities in supporting the respectful workplace policy,
• Confidently address disrespectful behaviours in a professional and timely manner, and
• Apply communication strategies for leaders to recognize and handle offensive, disrespectful and inappropriate behaviours.

This session is designed for Leaders, however all are welcome to attend.

Business Plan Training Series - Delivered via Classroom

6 half-day sessions- 9:00 am to Noon
Training for Current & Prospective Business Owners

This training is perfect for businesses considering an expansion or anyone who is looking to start a new business. Instructors, who also run their own business, will walk participants through the major components of a business plan and how to write a thorough and compelling document. 

Click here to view the Business Plan Development Series infosheet.

Day 4 - November 26, 2024
Management, Operations & Funding Sources

• Internal Management needs
• Human Resource needs
• Production Methods
• Facilities & Equipment
• Legal Issues
• Various places to acquire funding

Business Plan Training Series - Delivered via ZOOM

6 half-day sessions- 9:00 am to Noon

Training for Current & Prospective Business Owners
This training is perfect for businesses considering an expansion or anyone who is looking to start a new business. Instructors, who also run their own business, will walk participants through the major components of a business plan and how to write a thorough and compelling document. 

Click here to view the Business Plan Development Series infosheet.

Day 4 - November 26, 2024
Management, Operations & Funding Sources

• Internal Management needs
• Human Resource needs
• Production Methods
• Facilities & Equipment
• Legal Issues
• Various places to acquire funding

3-Part Training Series for Event Coordinators & Planners
To help you achieve event success!

Click here to view the Event Coordinators & Planners infosheet.

Day 1 - November 19
Introduction, Overview and Administrative Skills

• Understanding the various components of the business plan and how they all feed into the event
• Understanding the goals of the event and using them to develop an event agenda
• Developing a critical path in line with the business plan and learning to delegate responsibilities effectively
• Developing an effective reporting and monitoring process and other administrative tasks
• Using budgets as a means of control
• Understanding the importance of financial controls overall
• “What would you do” practical exercises.

Day 2 - November 26
Event Coordination and Marketing

• Event planning and production from start to finish, with focus on major areas such as: event design and set up, delegate/performer management, security, food and beverage, post-event evaluation, and more
• Understanding the role of marketing and how it ties into the overall planning of the event
• " What would you do" practical exercises

Day 3 - December 3
Risk Management, Human Resources, and Communication

• Understanding legislation and ensuring your event complies with it
• Understanding and adhering to a risk management plan
• Understanding “who” is at risk
• Developing an effective contingency plan
• Recruiting staff, volunteers; interviewing and selecting applicants
• Training staff and volunteers; providing leadership and motivation
• “What would you do” practical exercises
• COMMUNICATION and PROFESSIONALISM
• Learning objectives for today:
• Effective communication
• Designing and making presentations
• Understanding the importance of professionalism; exhibiting leadership
• Managing multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism