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Service Canada Centre for Youth - Regina
About Our Office
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Service Canada Centre for Youth

• Where are we?
• Main Floor, 1783 Hamilton Street
• Youth Area
• When can you come to see us?
• Hours Monday-Friday 830 a.m. 430 p.m.
• How can you get in touch with us?
• Phone [phone] Fax [phone]

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Service Canada Centre for Youth

• What Can We do for You?
• Assistance with resumes and interview preparation
• Odd Job Squad / Casual Employment
• Resources for finding a job
• Computer Access
• Free faxing and photocopying services for job
  applicants
• Job bank available with current part and
  full-time job listing www.jobbank.gc.ca

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The Odd Job Squad

• What is it?
• A casual labour program for jobs that last less
  than five days
• A good way to make extra money and gain valuable
  experience
• What kind of jobs do I get?
• Painting, yardwork, babysitting, clerical work
  and more!
• How do I apply?
• Complete an Odd Job Squad registration form at
  the SCCY office in Regina

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Service Canada Centre for Youth - Regina
Resume Cover Letter Preparation
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YOUR RESUME
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TITLE

• The top of your resume should have the following
  information
• - Name
• - Address
• - Phone Number
• - E-mail Address
• Things you SHOULD NOT have in your title
• - Your age
• - Your SIN number

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TITLE

• Your Heading should look like this
• Jane J. Doe
• 2045 Broad Street
• Regina, Saskatchewan
• S4P 2N6
• [phone]
• Jane.Doe_at_hotmail.com
• Note Do not use abbreviations on your resume
  even for streets or province. It helps make the
  resume look more professional.

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EDUCATION

• On your resume you should list which Post
  Secondary and/or High School you have attended.
  Also use this section as an opportunity to list
  off which courses you have taken.
• Like this
• 1999-2003 Thom Collegiate
• Regina, Saskatchewan
• Class of 2001 Honour Roll
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• 2005-Present Campbell Collegiate
• Regina, Saskatchewan
• Currently completing Grade 11

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EDUCATION

• Also include in this section other
• courses you have taken
• 2004 St Johns First Aid
• 2002 CPR Class C
• 1999 A Computer Certification

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EDUCATION

• Your Finished Section should look like this
• Education
• 2003 Present University of Regina
• Regina, Saskatchewan
• Faculty of Business Administration
• 1999 2003 Thom Collegiate
• Regina, Saskatchewan
• Class of 2001 Honour Roll, Bilingual Mention
• 2001 A Computer Certification
• 2000 St. Johns First Aid

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SKILLS ABILITIES

• Your Skills and Abilities section gives you a
  chance to tell the
• employer what skills you have that you may not
  have learned
• in school. Here is a list of good skills and
  abilities.
• - Reliable - Learns Quickly
• - Types 50 WPM - Computer Skills
• - Works Well with Others - Leadership
• - Excellent Organizational Skills - Public
  Speaking
• - Works Well Independently - Outgoing
• - Eager to Learn New Skills - Organized

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WORK EXPERIENCE

• This format is preferred highlights the skills
  you learned during your previous employment as
  well as showing how long you worked.
• (Date, job title, company, location, duties)
• Example
• Aug 2001 Aug 2003 Crew Member Regina, SK.
• Wendys Restaurant
• - provided excellent customer service
• - performed general cleaning duties
• - operated cash register independently
• - supervised night shifts
• - performed closing duties

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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

• Detailed version
• 2005 Present Regina Youth Soccer Association
• -Coach under eight boys soccer team.
  Facilitate practices three times a week.
• 2005 2006 Student Leadership Conference
• - Responsible for planning and leading
  information sessions on peer support.
• Brief version
• 2005-Present Soccer Coach
• 2005-2006 Facilitator

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AWARDS / ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• This section of your resume gives you the
  opportunity to brag a little bit. List off a few
  of the accomplishments you have. You dont want
  to list too many of these as it will appear
  boastful.
• Awards
• 2007 Employee of the Month February, Wendys
  Restaurant
• 2006 Student of the Month December
• 2006 Regina High School Athlete of the Year

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HOBBIES

• This section just offers a little bit more
  information about yourself. You should be
  careful which hobbies you list down as it is a
  reflection of yourself.
• - Writing
• - Reading
• - Listening to Music
• - Spending Time with Friends and Family
• - Sports
• - Acting

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REFERENCES

• Whether or not you include references on your
  resume is up to you. Always have a separate
  sheet prepared with your references if you dont
  include them on your resume.
• The best references are previous employers.
• Other good people to use for references are
  teachers, or people who are respected in the
  community (Pastor, coach, etc.), or anyone who
  can speak to your work abilities.
• People who you should try to avoid using as
  references are friends or family members.

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REFERENCES

• This is all the information needed
• Name
• Position/Title, and Company Name
• Address
• Phone Number
• E-mail Address (optional)

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THINGS NOT TO INCLUDE

• SIN number
• Age, Height, Weight
• Race
• Religion
• Salary expectation
• Marital Status

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COVER LETTER
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COVER LETTER

• Your cover letter can be what gets you the job.
• It is important to write a cover letter because
  it shows that you have taken a real interest in
  the position for which you are applying.
• A cover letter can also be even more targeted
  than your resume, it gives you the opportunity to
  tell the employer what skills you have to offer
  the employers organization.
• A cover letter doesnt need to be long to be
  effective.

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COVER LETTER

• The format for your cover letter should be that
  of a business letter so
• the heading is important it should look like
  this
• Date
• Company Name
• 123 Fake Street
• Regina, Saskatchewan
• S4S 4S4
• This information should be on the top left hand
  side of the page

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COVER LETTER

• Addressing the letter
• WHAT is it regarding? You should write the
  position for which you
• are applying as employers are often hiring for
  more than one
• position.
• It should look like this Re PART-TIME SHORT
  ORDER COOK
• WHO is it to?
• You should do your best to address to letter to
  the specific person
• who will be reading it.
• Dear Ms. Kelly Simmons

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COVER LETTER

• THREE paragraph rule
• First paragraph Introduce yourself and state the
  position for which
• you are applying. If possible, write how you
  found out about the job
• opening.
• Second paragraph Highlight the skills and
  abilities you have to offer,
• even if they are on your resume. It will also
  give you a chance to
• explain how you are eager to learn skills that
  this position will have to
• offer you.
• Third paragraph The end of your cover letter
  should let the employer
• know how and when they can get a hold of you for
  an interview.

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COVER LETTER

• Always hand sign your name at the end of your
  cover letter
• Proof-read your letter and get someone else to
  look at it
• Try to modify your cover letter according to each
  position for which you are applying.

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www.youth.gc.ca
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Title/Titre Subtitle / Sous-Titre
Service Canada Centre for Youth - Regina
Interviews
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THINGS TO DO BEFORE AN INTERVIEW

• Research the job and the company
• Think about possible questions (from the
  employer and for the employer)
• Review your skills (know what you can do)
• Rehearse
• Plan your day (ride, directions, time)

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THINGS TO BRING TO AN INTERVIEW

• Your resume and cover letter
• Your references
• Your social insurance number
• Your availability schedule
• A notepad and pen
• Letter(s) of reference

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS

• Be EARLY
• Dress appropriately and always thank the
  interviewer
• Smile, introduce yourself and shake hands firmly
• Be attentive
• Dont chew gum
• Dont bring a friend

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COMMON QUESTIONS

• Tell us about yourself
• Why are you interested in this job?
• What are your strengths?
• What are your weaknesses?
• Why do you feel you are the right person for this
  job?
• Give me an example of a time when you . . . /how
  you . . .
• Demonstrated leadership
• Solved a problem
• Made a good decision/made a poor decision
• Handled change (not money, but changing events)
• Handled criticism
• Met a deadline/missed a deadline
• Worked as part of a team

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AFTERWARDS

• Find out when youll hear from the employer
• After one to two weeks of waiting, call back to
  find out the status of the hiring process
• Thank the employer for the opportunity

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IF YOU DONT GET THE JOB

• NEVER GIVE UP. Believe in yourself!
• Go over your Resume and Interview. What can you
  improve on?
• EXPLORE your options. Maybe try some job
  shadowing or volunteering. This is great
  experience!!!

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Title/Titre Subtitle / Sous-Titre
Service Canada Centre for Youth - Regina
Health Safety in the Workplace
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Facts about Saskatchewan

• One in four workplace injuries involves a
  worker under the age of 25.
• Each year, around 8000 young workers, ages
  15-24, are injured on the job.
• On average, five young people die on the job
  each year in Saskatchewan.

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Injuries By Industry
Source www.readyforwork.ca
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Cause of Accidents Ages 15-24
Source www.readyforwork.ca
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Why Youth?

• Some common things that keep youth from listening
  to themselves when it comes to safety are
• Stress at work or at home, and not being focused
• Thinking youre invincible
• Thinking safety is not my responsibility
• Showing off to each other or to the employer
• Feeling pressure to do things quickly
• Not getting proper training
• Tired, and/or hung over

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Your 3 Rights

• The Right to
• KNOW
• You have the right to know everything the job
  requires you to do.
• PARTICIPATE
• REFUSE UNSAFE WORK
• If you feel that you are being asked to do
  something unsafe, you have the RIGHT to say NO!
  The employer CAN NOT refuse to pay you and they
  CAN NOT fire you! This is your RIGHT!

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Service Canada Centre for Youth - Regina
Labour Market Information Career Planning
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Sask Job Futures Website
http//www.saskjobfutures.ca
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What this site provides you

• The job description
• Exact job titles and duties
• Other related fields
• The salary
• Average salary
• The education required
• Where, how long
• The future prospects
• What the need will be, where the work is needed

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How can I start planning my career?

• Networking talk to someone who does the job,
  let people know youre looking
• Job Shadow learn what a job is all about by
  watching someone perform it for a day.
• Surf the companys website, visit the company (if
  possible)
• Gather information, compare it, list pros and
  cons
• Can you think of other ways?

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What Are Employers Looking For?

• Personal Values
• Employers want workers who demonstrate a positive
  attitude and are motivated, honest and
  goal-oriented.
• Problem Solving and Decision Making Skills
• I can accept additional responsibilities!
• I can talk with other.
• Ability to Relate With Other People
• I am friendly. I communicate well with other
  people of all ages!
• I can take initiative if I need to.
• Communication Skills
• I am a good listener
• I express myself clearly

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What Are Employers Looking For? Contd

• Task Related Skills
• I can complete my work on time
• I know how to care for tools and materials
• Maturity
• I am reliable, dependable, and responsible
• I take pride in my work
• Health and Safety Habits
• I know about and follow common health and safety
  rules
• Commitment To The Job
• I am enthusiastic about my work and willing to
  learn
• I am always on time and give consistent work
  and effort to the team

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iQuizzes

• iQuizzes are short online tests which help you do
  discover what your personal preferences are.
  Once completed the quizzes list occupations which
  match your preferences.
• Through these Career Quizzes you can explore your
  abilities, interests and preferences as part of
  making a career decision.

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YOUR INTERESTS YOUR CAREER

• Do you know what you are interested in? Do you
  know what field of work you would enjoy most?
• As you get more experience on the job market you
  will learn first hand what jobs you may be suited
  for.
• Take a minute to fill this survey out!

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Title/Titre Subtitle / Sous-Titre
Service Canada Centre for Youth - Regina
Labour Standards Information
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WHAT ARE LABOUR STANDARDS?

• Labour standards set minimum
• standards for working conditions such as
• Minimum wage (8.60/hour)
• Overtime (1.5 x hourly rate) is payable after an
  eight hour day or 40 hour week
• Every employee must receive annual holiday pay
  and public holiday pay

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WHAT ELSE?

• Any question relating to employees or employer
  regulations.
• How long is my meal break? Do I get paid for it?
• How often do I get paid?
• How long is shift work?
• How much notice should I get for a shift?

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Other Federal and General Youth Opportunities
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Katimavik

• Young people aged 17-21 who want to make a
  difference and learn something new can take part
  in this nine month long program.
• you will volunteer for a variety of projects,
• discover what kind of work you enjoy,
• learn french,
• build your resume,
• explore Canada,
• meet new people,
• obtain work and life experience,
• kick start your future!

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Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP)

• The prime objective of FSWEP is to provide
  full-time students with work experience related
  to their Field of Study and to provide them with
  learning opportunities.
• Through FSWEP, students obtain
• fair and equal access to student jobs offered by
  the public service
• opportunities to learn about the federal
  government and
• Valuable work experience while developing and
  improving their
• employability

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Apprenticeship Incentive Grant

• The Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG) is a
  taxable cash grant available to registered
  apprentices once they have successfully completed
  their first or second year (level) of an
  apprenticeship program in one of the Red Seal
  trades. If you have completed your first or
  second year of apprenticeship you will qualify
  for 1000.00 at a max of 2000.00
• Increase access to apprenticeships in the
  Red Seal trades by helping apprentices cover
  expenses such as the purchase of tools and other
  materials required for learning on-the-job and
  travel expenses associated with classroom
  training
• Encourage the apprentices progression through the
  technical and on-the-job training requirements in
  the early years of their apprenticeship program,
  building momentum towards certification
• Promote inter-provincial mobility by increasing
  the number of apprentices who remain in the
  Red Seal trades and get their Red Seal.

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• As an employer of choice for more than 27,000 men
  and women, the RCMP promises a career like no
  other. With over 130 years of tradition and
  service, the RCMP is Canada's national police
  service. Proud of our traditions and confident in
  meeting future challenges, we commit to preserve
  the peace, uphold the law and provide quality
  service in partnership with our communities. To
  join you must be
• be a Canadian citizen
• be of good character
• be proficient in English or French
• have a Canadian secondary school (high school)
  diploma or equivalent
• possess a valid Canadian drivers licence
• be 19 years of age at the time of engagement (may
  apply at 18 years of age)
• meet medical/health standards
• be willing to relocate anywhere in Canada
• be physically fit

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Service Canada Centre for Youth

• Where are we?
• Main Floor, 1783 Hamilton Street
• Youth Area
• When can you come to see us?
• Hours Monday-Friday 830 a.m. 430 p.m.
• How can you get in touch with us?
• Phone [phone] Fax [phone]