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 10^th. 

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

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

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

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!

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

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 11^th. 

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!!

Upcoming Job Fair and Career Fair

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

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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/

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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

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

>> 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

• 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

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.

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

Key Volunteers needed for the Children's Festival

Vancouver International Children’s Festival

May 27 to June 2 2013

http://www.childrensfestival.ca/

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   

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

Christmas Volunteers needed

Tis the season.....lots of opportunities to volunteer for Christmas events.

What a great way to get into the SPIRIT!!

Grab a friend to volunteer with you and have fun!

Annual Lower Lonsdale Christmas Festival Needs volunteers

We are looking for 4 high school students to help out at the

Annual Christmas Festival on Saturday December 1.

Volunteer shifts are from 4:00pm – 8:00pm.   

 2 students needed to serve  hot chocolate

 2 students to be Santa’s helpers – keep the lineup organized.  

We are looking for well groomed, pleasant volunteers who enjoy the magic of the season!   

If you are interested contact:

Susan

Susan Lewis

Lewis & Sears marketing & event management

www.lewissears.com

susan@lewissears.com

O: 250.594.5943

C: 250.240.5943

Be a GENE RESEARCHER for a week!!! apply now

 

The Canadian Gene Cure Foundation is pleased to announce that applications will be accepted for the 2012 Gene Researcher for a Week Program November 1, 2012  through December 31, 2012. 

Funded in part by the Canadian Institute Health Research, Merck and CIHR-Institute of Genetics, the Foundation selects motivated and ambitious students in grades 11 and 12 who have an innate curiosity for science, human genetics, and human genetics research. This year we anticipate being able to place up to 50 students in this program.

The program offers high school students:

1.

      The opportunity for a hands-on learning experience in the field of genetic research 

Students gain insight into the world of genetic diseases by conducting real, hands-on scientific experiments (i.e. DNA isolation, PCTR, gel electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, cell culture and ELISA assays). Participants may also learn how genes cause human genetic disorders and how top scientists translate these findings into treatments and cures for genetic diseases.

2.   The opportunity to work in one of Canada’s top genetic research laboratories

These students are placed in labs of influential Canadian scientists for one week over Spring Break. This experience gives young students what many have called "a life changing experience".  The GRFAW mentoring program is a great opportunity for young scientists to learn about human genetics research and connect with some Canada’s best researchers.

3.

      The opportunity develop a network of high potential peers

Student gene researchers are bright, talented and highly motivated individuals.  By participating in the program, they will have an opportunity to meet people in their host lab and institution. Some labs will host more than one student, providing a further opportunity to network with other students. 

4.

      The unique opportunity to learn about the many exciting career paths in science and genetics

Through the science teachers in the schools, it is our hope that motivated science students across Canada have ready access to this one-of-a-kind opportunity.

See what it has done for others and why Canadian researchers support this program http://genecure.ca/en/programs/gene-researcher-for-a-week/past-success/. Please encourage your students that are eligible to apply; Application are posted at      

^{http://www.genecure.ca/en/programs/gene-researcher-for-a-week/program-description/}

        

                                                                     ^{and will CLOSE December 31, 2012.}

Selection Criteria

Selected students will be placed with their host scientists during Spring Break.  Due to the high number of students that apply, candidates will be selected based on the following criteria:

·           Must be a resident of Canada

·           Must be a high school student in grade 11 or 12

·           Must be 16 years of age by January 1st of the year of participation (2013)

·           Must have a high academic standing (overall GPA of 85% or higher)

·           Must show an interest in pursuing a career/education in human genetics

·           Must be well rounded in all areas (academic, volunteer and extra-curricular activities)

Cost to students:

There is no cost to participate in the program or to apply.  If travel is required, a stipend will be provided by the Canadian Gene Cure Foundation however it may not cover all travel costs including food and accommodations.

More information is also available on the website
^{www.genecure.ca or you may contact us at info@genecure.ca or phone 250.708.4203}

Social Justice Presentation

This is not career related but still very interesting!!

Sutherland Social Justice presents a lively panel discussion

Gangs, violence and marijuana: 

the social impact of prohibition

-implications of prohibition of substances

-harm reduction and human rights

-global impact of western drug use and its medical implications

Free entry, limited seating

Date:  Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Time: 4-6 p.m.

Place:      the Theatre at Sutherland Secondary School

1860 Sutherland Ave, North Vancouver, BC

Panelists:

 Senator Larry Campbell            http://www.larrycampbell.ca/biography.shtml

Mayor Darrell Mussatto             http://www.cnv.org/server.aspx?c=1&i=315#Bio

MLA Kash Heed                          http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aoTmZptLYp4&feature=player_detailpage

  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kash_Heed

Activist Jim Mandelin   http://www.jimmandelin.ca/

                       

http://friesenpress-accounts.appspot.com/bookstore/title/119734000006220671

                        Moderator:  Jeremy Church, principal, SD44

Don’t miss this remarkable opportunity to hear

leading thinkers speak on this pressing social issue

Vancouver Job Fair November 30

Vancouver Jobs Fair

Starts:
November 30, 2012 at 12:00pm

Ends:
November 30, 2012 at 7:00pm

Venue:
Vancouver Convention Centre (East Building)

At a BC Jobs Fair, you can meet people looking to hire, find information about job opportunities, and get helpful career advice, so that you can find a job that suits you.

Check out the link to see all the employers that will be there!!

http://www.bcjobsplan.ca/vancouver-jobs-fair/

Science world special event

Unveiling the Universe: Physics in Florence from Galileo to the Higgs Boson

November 20
6:30pm
Science Theatre

Join Science World, TRIUMF and ARPICO for an evening of science, philosophy and history–this time with award-winning author Professor Gino Segrè.

Gino Segrè is a physics professor emeritus at the University of Pennsylvania and the author of three popular science books, including Faust in Copenhagen. His lecture, entitled "Physics in Florence from Galileo to the Higgs Boson", will chart the history of physics as it grew from the influence of Galileo, his disciples, and the spirit of exploration in 17th century Florence, to the present day, with the most recent dramatic example being the discovery of the Higgs boson.

The lecture will begin at 6:30pm in the Science Theatre at TELUS World of Science, followed by a question and answer period.   

FREE          but you need to register on line.
http://www.scienceworld.ca/specialprograms/unveiling-the-universe

Volunteers needed to set up CHRISTMAS at Molly Nye

Be part of our magical Christmas event

Mollie Nye House
A gathering place in your Community
940 Lynn Valley Road V7J 1Z7
604 987 5820
Mollie Nye House is waiting to be transformed into a giant ginger-bread house in readiness for Bright Christmas in December. We also have a number of events that you can help at. Nov 17th and Nov 24th 9am-noon Outdoor work parties: Help put up lights and giant candies or decorate a Christmas tree: Dec 1st 5-7pm, Dec 2nd 1:30-3:30, Dec 16th 5-8pm Many ways to help; with kids crafts, making gingerbread houses, assisting Santa by handing out candy canes and much more! Any questions or to volunteer please contact
Gillian on 604 987 5820 or email her at
mollienyehouse@gmail.com

Deep Cove theatre needs you!!!

Deep Cove Theatre  needs volunteers to help out with the upcoming Christmas Pantomime       ALI BABA  http://deepcovestage.com/

If you love theatre and want to get involved they could use backstage crew ---set changers, curtain pullers, technical operators, props, costumes etc.

See Ms Giraud asap to be a part of this wonderful Christmas tradition in Deep Cove.                             pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

PLAY at Fire Fighter for a Day

If you are interested in a career in
Emergency Services, or Fire Fighting then this is for you!!
                
              Fire Fighter for a DAY is  April 13 2013

I know this is a long ways off yet BUT only 5 Sutherland students can attend SO you need to apply NOW!!

            Male or female in  Grade 11 or 12

                      email   pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca