Thursday, December 20, 2012

Are you volunteering on Grouse? OR?

If you 've been accepted  to volunteer on Grouse mountain or where ever and you are working towards work experience credits - WEX 12A or WEX 12B then I need to know about it so we can do the paperwork and track your hours.

Sorry to be nagging but you can't submit your hours for credit after they are all done!!

I know a number of students applied to volunteer on Grouse. All positions are now full so if you were accepted please let me know ASAP!!

                                          pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca
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Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Interested in business- Connect with Junior Achievement

Apply now and get credits for attending this program.
Contact me after you've registered and before you start!
pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

Are you ready to venture into business?

Have you ever dreamed of launching your own company one day?


If so, consider the Junior Achievement Company Program

Learn how to:
o  make a business plan
o  build a company
o  market its product

When:  Jan 17 – May 2, 2013
    Thursdays 6 – 8pm.

Where: 123 East 23rd Street, North Vancouver.
              Memorial, Lynn Room

Registration begins:       November 7th 2012
Call 604-987-7529
Reference: 297296
Free
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Monday, December 17, 2012

Minerals Ed for potential Engineering, business students



MineralsEd 2013 Secondary Student Day at Roundup
Jan 28, 2013Location: Mineral Exploration Roundup 2013, Westin Bayshore, Vancouver

For the tenth year in a row, MineralsEd is extending a special invitation to secondary students interested in learning more about the modern minerals industry and careers it offers. Special invited guests will be students from Ms. Jennifer Artibise' Geology 12 class at West Vancouver Secondary. Their geology projects will be on display all week.

Students from other secondary schools are invited them for this unique learning opportunity. Students who can benefit most from the experience have an interest in geoscience, mining, or engineering, or broadly in indirectly-related fields as varied as business and accounting, investment banking and securities, environmental consulting, back country expediting, etc.

The all day program (9am to 3pm) include presentations by young people who are working in different capacities in the industry in the Vancouver area, as well as a career-focussed exploration of the trade show exhibits, and hands-on gold panning with Yukon Dan. Students are accompanied during the day by BCIT, SFU, UBC, UVic, U of A, and other post-secondary geosciences and mining students, as well as MineralsEd staff. These student guides share insights on their backgrounds and learning or work experiences in their minerals related career.
See Mrs Watson in D107      kwatson@nvsd44.bc.ca    to be nominated.  


http://www.mineralsed.ca/s/OutreachPrograms.asp?ReportID=533897&_Type=Special-MineralsEd-Programs&_Title=MineralsEd-2013-Secondary-Student-Day-at-Roundup
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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

REEL2REAL Film Festival needs you!!


This one is fun!! Let me know if you sign up.

Peggy    pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

 

If you love watching movies, then we need you!

If you're between the ages of 9 and 19 and love movies, send us a film review and you
could be one of our Youth Jury members at the 15th annual Reel 2 Real International
Film Festival in 2013.

Just write us a short review (50 to 100 words) of any movie and fill out the registration form which you can download from our website.
http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/u=a74237de00eb925e9b0dac48d&id=54469712e9&e=c438b518b2

Senior Jury: Participants who are in Grades 8-12

AS A JURY MEMBER, YOU WILL:
• Attend the Reel 2 Real with free admission to the films your jury with judge;
• Watch the films in special jury seats;
• Choose a winning film and provide reasons for your choice; and
• Enjoy popcorn and drinks.

AS A JURY MEMBER, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:
• To attend every eligible screening as per the schedule provided;
• To come to a firm and fair decision in full co-operation with other jury members;
• To represent the Festival professionally in any and all media appearances; and
• To have fun!

You can send your film review and application to education@r2rfestival.org.
 
 

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Housekeeper needed

Elderly neighbor needs a student to help with housekeeping....for details  contact pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca


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YOUTHINK CONTEST

Hi Everyone,
　
A brand new contest is now up on www.Youthink.ca and I wanted to share it with you! All you need to do is go to the contest page, fill out the content entry form and tell us the name of your favourite holiday book. Yes, it's as simple as that! To enter click on the link below. Good luck!
　
http://www.youthink.ca/contests/win-kobo-ereaders
　


Cheers,

Oliver
Editor
Youthink magazine
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Monday, December 10, 2012

If you're interested in business......

Can be used for Work Experience hours...... pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca


Are you ready to venture into business?

Have you ever dreamed of launching your own company one day?


If so, consider the Junior Achievement Company Program

Learn how to:
o  make a business plan
o  build a company
o  market its product

When:  Jan 17 – May 2, 2013
    Thursdays 6 – 8pm.

Where: 123 East 23rd Street, North Vancouver.
              Memorial, Lynn Room

Registration begins:       November 7th 2012
Call 604-987-7529
Reference: 297296
Free

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Another WEX at the Vancouver Aquarium.

January 2013 

 

 

RE: Staying Alive Educator Work Experience Placement

The Vancouver Aquarium is currently recruiting 15 students for our
Staying Alive Educator Work Experience Placement.

As a work experience student, you will be working within a team of staff,   volunteers, and other students to teach young students (aged 4-9) about marine life using live animal displays, touchpools, and artifacts at the      Vancouver Aquarium.

Title:

Staying Alive Educator


Department:

Education

Term of Position:

Mandatory Training:  Sunday February 3rd, 2013
                                  9:00am-2:00pm

Students will volunteer 1 day out of the week, from the      following choices:

Monday       9:00am-2:00pm    (5 students)  


Wednesday 9:00am-2:00pm    ( 5 students)

Thursday          9:00am-2:00pm    ( 5 students)

Placement Duration: Monday, February 4th 2013, to Friday April 26th, 2013 excluding the following holidays (Feb. 11, March 18- April 1)

Description of
Volunteer
Opportunity:
This placement will provide an excellent opportunity for students to build their knowledge regard to marine life and the marine environment while gaining teaching experience, communication skills, developing a sense of teamwork and exploring career options through:

·         participating in daily teaching routines and operations in our galleries and behind the scenes
·         participating in and facilitating safe handling of marine invertebrate animals as well as animal artifacts
·         teaching children about marine life and the major   conservation issues affecting it
Skills Preferred:









Please Note:

·         Outgoing, enthusiastic and self-motivated
·         Students currently in Grades 10, 11 or 12.
·         High level of professionalism and commitment
·         Interest in marine biology, teaching, working with children, or any combination thereof
·         Experience and/or genuine interest in educating or interacting with students
·         Strong English oral communications skills
·         Second language an asset

Previous teaching or biology experience is an asset but not necessary-training will be provided.

Volunteer Benefits:
·         Gain experience in working in groups
·         Build knowledge of marine life and marine environment
·         Gain teaching experience in an informal setting
·         Priority placement in the volunteer training
·         Gain work experience hours


Please note: There are 3 different placement options.  Please indicate clearly on the student information form which days the student is applying for in order of preference.  Please only indicate that day(s) of the week you are able to commit to.

To submit applications, please email cover letter and resume in 1 PDF formatted document to Ms Giraud   pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca
 The deadline to submit applications is 3pm on Friday January 10th. 




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Monday, December 3, 2012

SWEAT at the Arts Institute MARCH 2013



Watch this link for upcoming workshops for youth at the Arts Institute, during Spring Break

Info and applicaitons will be available on line shortly. Programs fill quickly so be ready to apply.


http://aivsweat.com/


Workshops

We are proud to offer a broad range of programs for students who have an interest in culinary, design, event management, fashion, and media arts. When applying for SWEAT you will need to select three workshops in order of preference.
3D Modeling
Animation
Culinary – Cooking Level 1
Culinary – Baking & Pastry
Digital Film & Video
Electronic Music – Creation
Electronic Music – Editing & Mixing with ProTools
Event Management.
Fashion Design
Fashion Merchandising
Game Art & Design
Graphic Design
Interior Design
Music Video
Recording Arts – Music Production
Recording Arts Post Production for Film & TV
Video & Game Programming\
Visual Effects
Web Design
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RESUME TIPS

You may already know this...but just in case


DO NOT put on you resume:
-your age or birth date
- your social insurance number
- your picture
- passport info.

This is info you give the employer only AFTER you've been hired.

I know of one employer that shreds any resumes that include this information.

Although it's easy to answer ads on Craigslist it's still most effective to go to the company website to apply or go direct!  All ads should include a company name/ address, contact info besides the craigslist link.

                       You should not respond if the ad is placed anonymously.


Or go to       http://www.jobbank.gc.ca/intro-eng.aspx



 http://ywcavan.org/content/WorkBC_Employment_Services_Centre___North_Shore_Youth_/190
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New Image Spring Break Camps

ACTING     MAKEUP FOR FILM         ESTHETICS
Spring Break Camps for students   

OR Job Shadow on the set of a Feature Film!

Check it out.....       http://newimage.ca/cc/

If accepted for any of these opportuntities. let me know so we can be sure to record the hours for  Work Experience or Grad Trans.


pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca
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Christmas VOLUNTEERs needed

Capilano Mall is looking for volunteers to help with Gift  Wrapping for donations.

Training is this Tuesday Dec 4 and Wednesday Dec 5   
Applications and details can be found by   clicking on the little red santa hat   at  http://www.nscr.bc.ca/  




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North Vancouver Christmas Bureau is looking for volunteers to help organize donations......
Apply at     http://www.ilovefamilyservices.com/volunteer-christmas-bureau



Get your 30 hours Work experience/ volunteer hours done while giving back to your community!


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Tuesday, November 27, 2012

JOB........


Lonsdale Creek Daycare Society
Job Opportunity
Cleaning Staff in a childcare center
  *2hrs per day
*3-5 days per week
*$10.25 per hour
*Start Date: Asap
*Duties include: Light cleaning including sweeping, mopping, dishes and vacuuming.
* Tidy up yard equipment


If you enjoy working with children and are interested in a great part time opportunity.
Please contact Christie Gillett @ 604-988-5108
annex@lonsdalecreekdaycare.ca
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Vancouver Aquarium- Volunteer Jan to March

 

 

November 2012


RE: January 2013 Work Experience Placement

The Vancouver Aquarium is currently recruiting 15 for our January 2013 Work Experience Placement. As a work experience student, they will be working within a team of students and staff to create the ultimate visitor experience for all of our visitors. Their days will be filled with fun and varied tasks and they will have the opportunity to engage, amaze and inspire thousands of guests of all ages and from all around the world!

Title:

Visitor Experience Gallery Assistant

Departments:
Visitor Experience Team
Term of Position:
Mandatory Group Interview:
Sunday January 6, 2013 from 4:00pm – 5:00pm
*Short listed candidates will be invited for a group interview at the aquarium. Candidates will be contacted by Monday December 17, 2012.

Mandatory Training: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Sunday January 13, 2013 from     
                                  9:00am – 5:00pm
Group A January 14 – February 2  (5 students)
Specific Dates: January 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31, February 1, 2

Group B February 3 - 23 (5 students)
Specific Dates: February 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23

Group C February 24 – March 15 (5 students)
Specific Dates: February 24, 25, 28, March 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15

Shift times 9:15am – 4:00pm

Please Note: Students in Group B and C will need to complete one 6 hour shadow shift prior to their start date.

Description of Volunteer Opportunity:
·         Kiosk Attendant
·         Visitor Surveys
·         Crafts
·         Operating touch pools
·         4D assistant
·         Face painting
·         Information Desk Attendant
·         Educational Carts

Skills Preferred:
·         Outgoing, enthusiastic and self-motivated
·         Students currently in Grade 10, 11 or 12.
·         Genuine interest in working with the public
·         Strong communications skills
·         Experience with delivering excellent customer service
·         Second language an asset

Please Note: This is not an animal handling position.  Students will have limited contact with marine animals.

Volunteer Benefits:
·         Gain customer services and communication skills
·         Chance to meet people from all over the world
·         Priority placement in the volunteer training
·         Gain work experience hours



Please note: There are three different groups.  Please indicate clearly on the student information form in order of preference which group the student is applying for.

To register your student, please email, cover letter and resume all in 1 PDF document to pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca    The deadline to submit applications is 3pm Tuesday  December 11th. 
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Fresh St. Market--- Job Fair


HIRING
FAIR
JOBS:
– VARIED MANAGEMENT POSITIONS AVAILABLE.
– CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALISTS IN THE FOLLOWING DEPARTMENTS: BAKERY, DELI, PRODUCE, SEAFOOD, CASHIER, GROCERY, DAIRY,
RECEIVING, DELIVERIES.
– GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Where great people meet great customers

SATURDAY        DEC 1ST 9:00 AM -NOON,
TUESDAY          DEC 4TH 7:00 PM -9:00 PM

LOCATION: 
PINNACLE HOTEL AT THE PIER – PIER TWO ROOM – 138 VICTORY SHIP WAY, N Vancouver

Dress to impress and bring your resume!

Good Luck!!
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Monday, November 26, 2012

Upcoming Job Fair and Career Fair


Thursday Nov 29th      The CAREER SPOTLIGHT  is on Cypress Mountain . This Thursday at lunch  in the theatre.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

NOV 30   JOB FAIR ......that's this Friday at the Vancouver Convention Centre  11:00-7:00
Over 50 different employers will be there to recruit new employees.
Take your resume and dress for success.
And if not a job,   ask for an information interview or a work experience or an apprenticeship.
MAKE AN IMPRESSION.

Get a business card, give a business card......

And if you want see me after and I will contact the employer on your behalf
http://www.bcjobsplan.ca/vancouver-jobs-fair/

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Education and Career Fair  Dec 7  9:00-7:00
Vancouver Convention Center 

Meet employers and post secondary institutions from all over the world.
See me or your grad trans teacher for a free ticket.

http://www.educationcareerfairs.com/events/vancouver/seminars.html


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Monday, November 19, 2012

Motion Picture Career Expo Nov 21


If you are interested in a career in film...you need to check this out.
It's all about networking so start connecting NOW!

Register online and email pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca so I know who's going to be there.

                    MOTION PICTURE CAREER EXPO

HR
>> The 2012 Career Expo attracts a record 35 exhibitors!
>> The Visual Effects Society joins Career Expo 2012!
>> Fusion Cine will be demonstrating the latest in technology, inlcuding a 5D mkiii DSLR rig, the new AE50 (super 35mm) event videographers camera, and the FS100 & FS700 with the Atomos Ninja & AJA KiPro mini
>> Career Expo 2012 welcomes Prime Focus, Rhythm & Hues and Pixar Canada!!
>> Pixar Canada is looking for Character modellers, Environment modellers, Texture artists and Rigging TDs
>> Rhythm & Hues has openings in the following positions: Compositing, Lighting, Houdini Lighting, Houdini Effects, Sr. Houdini Effects, Modelers, Sr. Modelers, Sr. Texture, Sr. Matte Painters
For more updates, click here.

Details

HR
  • Wednesday November 21, 2012
  • From 11 AM to 5 PM
  • At The Roundhouse (181 Roundhouse Mews)
  • Free Admission with registration at www.career-expo.ca


2012 Exhibitors

HR
Actsafe, Annex Pro, Biz Books, BC Film & Media, BC Film Commission, CMPA, CG Masters Academy, Capilano University, Celluloid Social Club, Centre for Arts & Technology, Creative Women Workshops Association, Deluxe, Directors Guild of Canada (British Columbia), Encore, Etch Media, First Wave, First Weekend Club, Fusion Cine, IATSE 669, IATSE 891, Iron Horse MPS, Lost Boys School of VFX, Method Studios, MPC, Pixar Canada, Prime Focus, Rhythm & Hues, UBCP, UBC, Vancouver Acting School, Visual Effects Society, Vancouver Institute of Media Arts, Vancouver Film School, Women in Film & Television Vancouver.
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Thursday, November 15, 2012

BC's Best Teen Band Contest deadline Dec 3

Official band contest site:              
http://www.youthink.ca/bandcontest2013
　
Other links:
　
Prizes: 
http://www.youthink.ca/yt/music/local-music/bc%E2%80%99s-best-teen-band-contest-2013-time-enter-running-out
Kate Kurdyak – BC's Best Teen Band 2012 from Vancouver: 
http://www.youthink.ca/catching-up-with-kate-kurdyak-best-teen-band-2012
The Archers – BC's Best Teen Band 2011 from Victoria:
http://www.youthink.ca/the-archers-take-aim-at-western-canada
The Knots – BC's Best Teen Band 2012 from Coquitlam, New West: 
http://www.youthink.ca/yt/blogs/music/bcs-best-teen-band-2010-knots-release-self-titled-debut-ep
Kate Kurdyak records with Shaun Verreault of Wide Mouth Mason:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7NWlTZJy0qU&list=UUEqYL8vURmd9p3eX8fCSR7A&index=1&feature=plcp
Kate Kurdyak on winning last year's contest:
http://www.youtube.com/user/YouthinkMagazine?ob=0&feature=results_main
The Archers return to kick off last year's finale:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ywHqlgY4JA&list=UUEqYL8vURmd9p3eX8fCSR7A&index=5&feature=plcp
The Archers in the studio: 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOrjRDm-HFg&list=UUEqYL8vURmd9p3eX8fCSR7A&index=7&feature=plcp
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Even though this is a band contest, it is open to solo artists as well. As long all the band members and solo artists are between the ages for 13 and 18 they are eligible. 
　
　
　
-- 
Oliver Lam
Editor, Youthink
CANADA WIDE MEDIA LIMITED
4th Floor, 4180 Lougheed Highway
Burnaby, BC V5C 6A7
Tel 
604-639-3058 | Fax 604-299-9188
www.youthink.ca | www.canadawide.com
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Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Key Volunteers needed for the Children's Festival

Vancouver International Children’s Festival
May 27 to June 2 2013


Key Volunteers needed NOW! 
ON FANTASTIC GRANVILLE ISLAND!
Jam-packed with music, theatre, dance, acrobatics, puppetry and more,
this year's Kids' Fest will knock your socks off!
Come join in the fun!
One of the world's first and foremost festivals for young audiences,
the Vancouver International Children's Festival has been educating,
entertaining and inspiring young audiences since 1978.
Presenting acclaimed Canadian and international professional
performances, plus numerous hands-on arts activities, the Festival
provides children ages 3-12 with a valuable cultural and educational
experience. Each year the Festival welcomes more than 40,000
children, parents and educators.
To make the Festival run smoothly, volunteers are needed in many
areas including: Arts Activities; Ushering & Box Office; Hosting &
Info; Traffic; Sales; Administration; Security; Pre-Festival Office
Assistance.
We are currently recruiting Key Volunteers for our 2013 Festival!
Recruit & coordinate the volunteers at your school and get a Key
position the week of the Festival. Great for anyone considering a
career in Event Planning & Management! Act quickly! Key Volunteer
Meetings begin December 8!

See Ms Giraud ASAP   
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Marine Sciences Youth Forum


Attend the Coastal Research Youth Forum  
at the Bamfield Marine Sciences Center........March 19-23  2013

Youth Forum Experiences with the Public Education Program

A Youth Forum is a multi-day immersion experience in marine sciences designed for high school students (grade 11 and 12). Students looking to explore career options in science or a unique work experience placement are encouraged to apply.

Youth Forum Experiences are held in spring and summer.
Immerse yourself in a BMSC Youth Forum and explore the diverse world of marine science. Activities include oceanographic surveys, field trips to wild coastal beaches, hands-on labs and discovering animal and seaweed diversity. Students work on individual or group projects in a supportive, dynamic learning atmosphere at a world-class marine research centre. Each Youth Forum is designed to cover a specific theme from biodiversity, research techniques, marine mammals, seaweeds/plants, and more.

Further details and to apply go to.....
http://www.bms.bc.ca/pubed/k12/youth_forums.html.

Deadline to apply is Feb 2013....If you apply - follow up with Ms Giraud for WEX credits.   pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

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