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April 10, 2013 - In This Issue:

MTEC has Moved!!! 


MTEC has moved! We are now located at 75 Scurfield Boulevard , Unit 3. Our new location is located on a bus route, is on one floor, has larger meeting rooms and free parking for our guests.

We look forward to seeing you in our new location!

  

MTEC's Semi-Annual Hospitality, Tourism & Retail Job Fair in Partnership with the Winnipeg Convention Centre
  

MTEC is holding our Semi-Annual Hospitality, Tourism & Retail Job Fair at the Winnipeg Convention Centre from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, 2013.

 

Our last job fair in August attracted over 500 job seekers! If you are interested in attending the Job Fair, please click here for details, or call the office at 204-957-7437.  

Winnipeg BEST Ambassador Program

 

As an Ambassador, you will make an impression on the people that you come in contact with and there are a number of things to consider in making that impression a lasting and positive one. Your organization and your community depend greatly on the commitment and dedication of staff like yourself to deliver high quality service to those that we may refer to as customers, visitors or guests. Each and every person's contribution is key to the delivery of a quality experience.

 

MTEC is now offering Winnipeg BEST Ambassador sessions in our Training Centre at 75 Scurfield Blvd., Unit 3. Complimentary seats are available for the April 30 and May 9 sessions.

For more information or to register please contact (204) 957-7437 or register@mtec.mb.ca.

April & May Training

 

Keep Your Business Profitable - Invest Your Time In Training!

    

*We are offering 15 complimentary seats for many of the following sessions. Sign up now!

  

*Negotiating: Achieving Better Solutions for Yourself & Your Business

April 19  |   8:30am-11:30am  |  More Info

 

*Generations in the Workplace

April 22  |  9:00am-12:00pm  |  More Info 

 

*Handling Difficult Situations  

April 24  |  9:00am-12:00pm  |  More Info

 

*Marketing Your Business in a Digitally Savvy World - Getting Customers to Come to You

April 25  |  9:00am-12:00pm  |  More Info

 

QuickBooks for Business

April 26  |  9:00am-12:00pm  |  More Info

COST: SPECIAL PRICE $49.00+GST; Regular $99.00+GST

 

*Winnipeg BEST Ambassador Program

April 30  |  9:00am-12:00pm  |  More Info

 

*Professional Telephone Skills

May 3   |  9:00am-12:00pm  |  More Info 

 

*Building Self Confidence

May 8   |  8:30am-11:30am  |  More Info

 

*Winnipeg BEST Ambassador Program

May 9   |  9:00am-12:00pm  |  More Info

 

*Networking - The Power of Connected People

May 22 |  8:30am-11:30am  |  More Info

 

*Five Skills of a Powerful & Effective Leader

May 28 |  8:30am-11:30am  |  More Info

 

*Twitter For Business **NEW**

May 30 |  9:00am-12:00pm  |  More Info

 

*Developing Policies & Procedures Manuals

May 31 |  9:00am-12:00pm  |  More Info

 

 

Contact MTEC at 204-957-7437 or email register@mtec.mb.ca. 

 

All courses will be held at our new MTEC Learning Centre, 75 Scurfield Boulevard, Unit 3, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3Y 1P6.  

 

 

 


Upcoming Safety Training

   

Train the Trainer

April 15-16 | 8:30am-4:30pm | More Info

COST: FREE

 

First Aid/CPR with AED Training

April 17   | 8:30am-4:30pm  |  More Info
COST: $75.00+GST Hospitality Industry (Rate Code 70106); Regular $89.00+GST

 

Safety Committee/Representative Basics

April 18   |  8:30am-12:00pm  |  More Info

COST: FREE to the Hospitality Industry (Rate Code 70106); Regular $49.00+GST

  

Respectful Workplaces

April 23   | 8:30am-12:00pm  |  More Info

COST: FREE to the Hospitality Industry (Rate Code 70106); Regular $49.00+GST

 

Knife Safety

May 7   |  8:30am-12:00pm  |  More Info

COST: FREE to the Hospitality Industry (Rate Code 70106); Regular $49.00+GST

 

WHMIS

May 14  |  8:30am-12:00pm  |  More Info

COST: FREE to the Hospitality Industry (Rate Code 70106); Regular $49.00+GST

 

Incident Investigation, Inspections & Documentation

May 14  |   1:00pm-4:30pm   |  More Info

COST: FREE to the Hospitality Industry (Rate Code 70106); Regular $49.00+GST

 

Food Handler Certification

May 16  |   8:30am-4:30pm   |  More Info

COST: $115+GST

 

For additional information, or to register for upcoming workshops, please contact Alexa at: alexa@safehospitality.com or by calling 204-694-7233.  


New emerit Resources for Accommodations Management Occupations

March 08 2013
Posted by: jwright

 

Skills training, upgrading and certification are all core components of the Canadian Tourism Human Resource Council's (CTHRC) mission. They are addressed through our emerit Tourism Training brand. With more than 50 National Occupational Standards, occupation-specific training in paper-based and on-line versions, human resources tools for employers, and Professional Certification.
 

CTHRC is pleased to provide an update on the latest addition to emerit new occupational training and certification products for Hotel General Managers and Director of Housekeeping offered by emerit. These products were developed by tourism and education professionals from across Canada and are part of the emerit products, recognized as the most comprehensive industry-developed training available anywhere in the world.
 

Hotel General Managers and Directors of Housekeeping ensure that accommodations properties run smoothly, generate profit, and deliver high quality guest experiences. In addition, they are great leaders, excelling at motivating and inspiring employees to create a true guest service culture.
 

Hotel General Manager

Developed by tourism and education professionals from across Canada, emerit Training Solutions are recognized as "the best hospitality training and assessment available." emerit is proud to offer new occupational training and certification products for both Hotel General Manager and Director of Housekeeping.
 

The new emerit Hotel General Manager National Occupational Standards cover the entire spectrum of skills and knowledge required of an individual charged with running an accommodations business. The standards cover six major categories:

  • Operations
  • Guest Service
  • Marketing
  • HR Management
  • Business Management
  • Leadership

Certification and the related Certified Hotel General Manager (CHGM) designation will be available later this year.
 

Director of Housekeeping

In late 2012, emerit launched the National Occupational Standards and Professional Certification for Director of Housekeeping. Both products cover the skills and knowledge required to be successful in the occupation, and include eight major categories:

  • Property Cleanliness
  • Manage Human Resources
  • Safety and Security
  • Communications
  • Administration
  • Guest Relations
  • Material Resources and Services
  • Professionalism

For more information about all emerit resources, please visit emerit.ca or call 1.800.486.9158.

Upcoming Safety Events in Winnipeg

 

The Day of Mourning, held annually on April 28 ,is a nationally recognized day commemorating workers who lives have been lost or injured in the workplace. This event brings awareness that safety should not be taken for granted and everyone should be held responsible to provide a safe and healthy workplace. This year, the SAFE Workers of Tomorrow's annual Day of Mourning Leader Walk will take place on Friday April 26, 2013.The walk begins at 11:45am and goes until 12:45pm, starting at the Union Centre (275 Broadway, Winnipeg) and will travel west along Broadway to the Manitoba Legislative Building (450 Broadway, Winnipeg). For more information and to register please click here. Come join us in participating in this important annual raising event and show your support!

 

Step for Life - Walking for Families of Workplace Tragedy is a fun 5km fundraising walk to help support families affected by workplace tragedy who have suffered from a workplace fatality, life altering injury or occupational disease. It raises awareness to all Canadians about injury prevention and the importance of safety and health in the workplace. This year the event will be held on Sunday, May 5, 2013, at Kildonan Park, 2015 Main Street. Register today by clicking here! Early Bird rates until April 15. Come join and walk with us!

 

The North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week will soon be here. Does your company have a plan in place to celebrate this event? You can enter your company's events and be eligible to win in a number of categories, including most innovative, best overall, best represent the theme and many more. This year NAOSH will be running from May 5-11, 2013. The theme for this year will be "Are You Safe as You Think". The goal of NAOSH is to focus the attention of employers, employees, the general public and all partners in occupational safety and health on the importance of preventing injury and illness in the workplace, at home and in the community. For more information about the SAFE Work Awards, please click here.

 

2012 NAOSH Winners

Red River College - Best Overall

Valeant Pharmaceuticals International - Most Innovative

Extendicare Oakview Place - Best Representation of a Theme

AMEC Environment & Infrastructure - Best Entry

Parkwest Projects Ltd. - Small Employer

Corporation of the City of Brandon - Industry Leader

Manitoba Lotteries - Committee Choice Award

Russel Metals Inc. - Honourable Mention
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