2013 SKILLS CANADA NATIONAL COMPETITION

THIS YEAR only THE CANADIAN SKILLS COMPETITION IS BEING HELD IN VANCOUVER!!!

If you are considering a career in trades...you should be at this event!

　

Join us for:

Try-A-Trade

® & Technology activities

 Interactive, hands-on challenges

Experiential learning

 Great prizes (Stanley & DeWalt Tool Enhancement Grant)!

Check out the 2012 Highlight Video – Including Mike Holmes  

2013 SKILLS CANADA NATIONAL COMPETITION

BC PLACE STADIUM - VANCOUVER JUNE 6 - 7, 2013

Register now to attend Canada's biggest trade and technology challenge

www.skillscanada.com

                                   

                                                                                                                                                                                       

  *Over 500 competitors from across Canada            

*Over 40 trades and technology contest areas         

                                                                  

 *Over 10,000 spectators

Register to attend the Skills Canada National Competition

 Apply to receive approximately $10,000 worth of Stanley & DeWalt tools –

http://www.skillscanada.bc.ca/StanleyGrant.aspx

Vancouver Hockey Street Tournament

                                                              PLAY ON!!

                                            http://www.playon.ca/contact/volunteer

Volunteer for PLAY ON!!  Vancouver Hockey Street Tournament!
Sponsored by CBC HOCKEY NIGHT IN CANADA

                                                                   June 8,9 2013


We need volunteers for    event set up     master scoreboard,     runner,       rink monitor, and more.
                                             www.playon.ca   or ph   604-688-7584

Job Fair MAY 1.

                                                   YOUTH HIRING FAIR

If you’re between the ages of 16 and 30,

drop by on Wednesday May 1, from 3 - 6 pm,

to meet representatives from:

Mountain Equipment COOP             Ferguson Moving and Storage

Pedalheads         BELL           JWR Sales and Marketing,

Safeway and MORE

WorkBC Employment Services Centre

North Shore Youth Satellite

318-260 West Esplanade Ave.

North Vancouver, BC

Tel: 604.988.3766 | Fax: 604.984.7153 | ywcajobseeker.org
For job search check out:

http://www.ywcavan.org/content/Connecting_Vancouver_Youth_to_Employment/892

 

Considering travelling....taking a GAP year???

Alpha Study abroad

Is a program to provide you with overseas experience whether it be volunteering in Africa or learning how to cook in France. This program will help you gain educational and cultural experiences, and will also give you the tools to move forward in the world. Destinations include: Argentina, Spain, Italy, China, Ireland, Austria, Australia, and many more.       www.alpha-study-abroad.com

Language Learning Abroad

If you want to have an adventure in a foreign country and learn the language while you’re there then this is the program for you. Whether you’re new to the language or you are almost fluent they offer language courses year round to suit your level and needs. They offer accommodation, additional cultural and adventure programs. You can learn Spanish, French, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, and Arabic.

For more information visit www.languagelearningabroad.com

SWAP Working Holidays

Is a non-profit organization that offers young Canadians a very unique opportunity to explore the world through work and travel. You get to learn a new culture from the inside and see more than a tourist. SWAP has helped many young workers to plan their working holidays.

To apply visit www.swap.ca

 Volunteer Abroad

This program offers an international volunteer program for groups and independent travelers looking to volunteer in Asia, Africa, or Latin America. The program matches volunteers with non-governmental organizations, government agencies and communities in need of assistance around the world.

For more information call 800-263-0050 or visit www.volunteerabroad.ca  

Global Stewardship   Capilano U

The Global Stewardship Program was created for students wishing to explore a career working for international NGOs like Amnesty International, or domestic voluntary sector organizations like the United Way, while completing their first two years of university.  Through a unique curriculum combining classroom study and volunteer work either overseas or in Canada, students gain the skills, knowledge, and attitudes necessary to make the organizations they volunteer for more effective.

Your World To Discover

High school student (16+) and graduates looking for a gap year before university, college, or a career or anyone who wants to make the world a better place this is the program for you, Some of the places you could work in would be China, Taiwan, Ghana, South Africa, Guatemala, Peru and many more.

For more information call 905-883-0047 ext 355 or call toll free 1-866-306-9752 ext.355

Or visit www.yourworldtodiscover.ca

Volunteer Abroad

A two week summer program for people ages 16-19 who would like to get a blend of western and local insight that will give you a safe and structured 24 hour program.

For more information visit www.yourworldtodiscover.ca or email volunteer@yrlc.on.ca

Gap Year Abroad

Go for a gap year for a month year or longer then immerse yourself in another culture you will be amazed at the fresh point of view a Gap Year Abroad can provide, the possibilities are limited only by your ideas. Take some ti0me and expand your world and connect with others so you can understand yourself.

For more information visit www.gapyearabroad.ca

Cross Cultural Solutions

Cross-Cultural Solutions was founded in 1995 and is a recognized leader in the field of international volunteering. Each year, over 4,000 people volunteer abroad with CCS in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. As a CCS volunteer, you're making a meaningful contribution, working side-by-side with local people and sharing in the goals of a community that warmly welcomes you. Join to help and get experiences abroad.

For more information visit www.crossculturalsolutions.org

  

Projects Abroad

Projects Abroad sends volunteers age 16+ to 24 countries to participate in over 150 different unpaid internships and service projects for 2 weeks to one year. Gain valuable international experience, practical life skills, and foster a sense of global awareness while working with children, learning a new language, observing medical practices, or contributing to a community development project. Perfect for first time travelers.

For more information visit   www.projects-abroad.ca

Lattitude

Lattitude is a non profit organization that sends young people on unique, structured and rewarding international volunteer experiences around the world. Offering a wide variety of opportunities you will have the chance to be more that just a tourist and learn about a culture from within. Volunteer in outdoor rec, community service, education or the environment. Leave your mark on a community abroad.  www.lattitudecanada.org

                                                       

Encounters with Canada

Canada’s largest youth forum presents a unique opportunity for high school students from across Canada to spend a week in Ottawa, expanding their knowledge of Canada’s culture and heritage, exploring potential career options and developing new skills.

Trip To Ottawa May 4- 11 $400!!!

                                                       ENCOUNTERS WITH CANADA

                                             One week in Ottawa for $400. Everything included.

May 5-11 is the new Experience Canada week  is open to ALL students between ages 14 and 17, 

 There is an excellent week planned ( see below) as well as making new friends from all over Canada

Activities include – meeting Canada’s Citizenship Judge, visit Parliament and attend Question Period.  Visit the RCMP stables and OMEGA Park http://www.parc-omega.com

  Ottawa’s nature and wildlife area.

Experience various museums – Museum of Civilization and the Museum of Science and Technology for example.  A stop at the Governor General’s House and the Supreme Court - a must when in the Capital region.

Sports and cultural activities such as sugar bush, Talking Stick Ceremony, City Tour, entertainment by a French Canadian band and let’s not forget shopping on the ByWard market.


https://www.ewc-rdc.ca/en/our_youth_program/index.html;jsessionid=A426C9808172C505814E54BC6F9518B4.tomcat2

If you are interested - speak to your parents and then get back to me ASAP- This is a HOT deal!! Typically it would cost $675     pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

Numerous Sutherland students have attended and all were life altering experiences!!

                                                      

                                                   Applications must be in by May 1. 

Career Spotllight Wed April 24 at llunch in rom C202

 Were you a counsellor in Grade 11 or 12 who is looking to stay involved with Outdoor School even after you graduate? If so, then come to a meeting and have snacks with some of your favourite alumni from the North Vancouver Outdoor School Alumni Society!

Come learn about what opportunities are available for when you become an alumni, and some of the awesome things we do in the community!

 

 

BCIT CSI FORENSICS Summer Camp

 For more info    http://www.bcit.ca/cas/forensics/csiacademy.shtml

to apply     http://www.bcit.ca/cas/forensics/csiapply.shtml

CSI Academy

Summer Camp for High School Students

Are you a high school student interested in a career in Forensics?

Do you know a high school student who might want to explore a Forensics career?

This summer camp is the perfect opportunity for someone who wants to get hands on experience with real forensic techniques. Learn how real investigators examine and process crime scenes, as well as analyze evidence and use DNA technology to try to solve a crime.
We're looking for high school students going into grades 10, 11 and 12 who want to gain insight into the educational requirements for entrance into the field of forensics, as well as information about programs here at BCIT that they can take to further their forensics careers.
What do students do and learn about at the Academy? Here's some of the hands on experience they'll receive:

• Identifying and packaging evidence from a crime scene
• Looking for and identifying trace evidence
• Analyzing DNA using basic lab techniques

Students will also get the opportunity to learn first hand from real, practising professionals in the following fields:

• Crime Scene Investigation
• Trace Evidence Analysis
• Forensic Anthropology
• DNA Analysis
• Forensic Video and Photography
• Forensic Knot Analysis

The next intake of the CSI Academy will run July 29 - August 2, 2013 and has already started accepting applications. For more information about the Academy, contact the Coordinator, Steen Hartsen¹ by email at Steen_Hartsen@bcit.ca or by phone at 604.432.8381.

Students who register before May 3, 2013 will be entered in a draw for a 1 in 16 chance to win an Amazon Kindle with a gift card for a free Forensics e-book. See contest rules2 for more info.

Job Fair May 14/15

BC Career, Education and Recruitment Fair

Vancouver  |  May 14th - 15th 2013

Vancouver Convention Centre, Vancouver, British Columbia

http://theeventpros.ca/conferences/2013-BC-Career-Fair.html

SHOW US YOUR SKILLS VIDEO CONTEST

                                            
TRADES/ APPRENTICESHIPS ARE NOT JUST ABOUT CONSTRUCTION AND IT'S NOT JUST FOR THE GUYS      THERE'S A BIG DEMAND FOR WOMEN IN TRADES!!

                                                WWW.ITABC.CA for more  info




                                                WIN APPLE PRODUCTS!!

To heighten awareness about trades in British Columbia, Discover Trades BC is launching the

                                      “Show Us Your Skills" Video Contest.

Students have a chance to win Apple products and schools can win cash to support trades and technology education. The 1st place winner's school wins $2k, 2nd place winner's school wins $1k and the 3rd place winner's school wins $500. Full details and rules available here.            For more info  short video

http://www.discovertradesbc.ca/videocontest/

Are you interested in Landscaping?

Do you want to learn about landscaping?  Do you want a summer job? A local company is looking for a couple of students who want to do work experience after school, which may lead to a summer job!
OR better yet---if you show real talent it may lead to an apprenticeship!

If you're interested let me know ASAP......before someone else takes this opportunity.

                              pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

Lynn Canyon is HIRING!! What a great place to work!!!

JOB 

Would you like to work at the Ecology Centre? We're searching for a weekend staff person who’s also available to work the occasional week day.

Do you love working with children?

Are you a multitasking wizard, able to juggle phone calls, bookings, sales, and questions?

The Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre (www.dnv.org/ecology) is looking for a part time front desk staff person and program leader.

The Ecology Centre is run by the District of North Vancouver Parks Department and is located in beautiful Lynn Canyon Park.

We run outdoor programs for schools, families, and other groups from the Metro Vancouver area, and we're also a popular tourist destination.

Duties include:

Leading weekend and summer programs for local families and groups (Scouts, birthday parties)

Working at the front desk of our nature museum: playing nature films, selling items from the gift shop, and answering questions from visitors

Experience required:

Working with groups of children and families

An understanding of local ecology

Experience working with the public and tourist groups is an asset

This part time position begins immediately, with weekend and some weekday shifts available.

It's ideal for a student who would be interested in occasional weekend work in the fall and winter seasons as well.

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to      ecocentre@dnv.org  by Sunday, April 21st. No phone calls please.

                Tricia Edgar
                Education Programmer
                Lynn Canyon Ecology Center

Do you enjoy working outside, learning about landscaping???

Landscaping opportunity now.....start by doing work experience and if you like it and they like you it may lead to regular work OR  maybe even an apprenticeship.....you never know!


                     email me now if you're interested. pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca
                                            Deadline to apply is April 30.
                           But don't wait- If someone gets there before you it may be gone!

Science World Science Leaders Program

The program starts in September 2013 until May 2014,  Tuesdays from 4:30pm – 7pm  plus  field trips and special presentations.     May be used for Work Experience credits!
Let me know if you're interested   pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

Science World's  Future Science Leaders program inspires and challenges BC's best and brightest students to excel in science and technology.  Our 2013 registration is now open! We're looking for students entering grade 10 or 11 this upcoming September who think they have what it takes. Each week, students will learn about cutting-edge research, academic theory and industry opportunities from BC's top science and technology business leaders. Future Science Leaders scholars will be profiled throughout the province as role models to inspire younger students to strive for science excellence.  Application deadline: May 21, 2013 If you'd like to learn more about the Future Science Leaders Program, visit our Open House: Tuesday, May 14 6:30pm–8pm TELUS World of Science

PLAN NOW for Work Experience opportunities next year

Many work experience opportunities are planned now for next year.
If you think you want to get involved  with  
Science World       Youthink Magazine,         Encounters with Canada  (trip to Ottawa)

                      I need to hear from you now to book your week next year.


If you want to volunteer at Grouse or Cypress next year, or  attend programs such as  MiniiMed,  Biotech Career Awareness Program, RCMP youth Academy, Vancouver Coastal Health  or other opportunties offered through out the year  then  You need to register for WEX 12A now.

Please email me so I know you're interested and I will get an application to you.

                                          pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca

Lion's Gate Hospital Youth Advisory Committee

 Great opportunity to lear leadership skills....and looks great on your resume!

YOUTH Advisory Committee

ROLE SUMMARY:

Lions Gate Hospital Foundation is seeking 10-15 outgoing North Shore residents between the ages of 16-22 to represent the Foundation. A commitment of a minimum of 1 year to a maximum of 3 years is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Identify opportunities to involve North Shore youth with the Foundation

·         Promote the Foundation’s vision within the North Shore community, serve as an ambassador

·         Develop fundraising ideas for current initiatives/campaigns

·         Recommend appropriate communications vehicles to target the North Shore, particularly within schools

·         Assist with special events where appropriate

Requirements:

·         Must be between the ages of 16 and 22 for the period of September 2013 through June 2014

·         Attendance at five meetings throughout the year to be held at 4pm on the following dates for 2013/2014:

• Wednesday, October 23, 2013
• Wednesday, December 18, 2013
• Wednesday, February 12, 2014
• Wednesday, April 2, 2014
• Wednesday, May 28, 2014

·         Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

·         Ability to work well with others in a collaborative environment

·         Demonstrated leadership qualities

·         Ability to exercise initiative, prioritize, and work to deadlines

Benefits:

·         Opportunity to learn how a Foundation operates

·         Opportunity to liaise with Foundation leadership including executives and community leaders who serve on the Foundation Board

·         Minimum of 10 volunteer hours

·         Experience serving on a committee

·         Opportunity to promote health care on the North Shore

·         Opportunity to obtain references

If you are interested in applying for this exciting opportunity please visit our website at www.lghfoundation.com.

UBC Phenomanal Physics and Astronomy Summer camps

Phenomenal Physics Summer Camp: Volunteer Opportunity Information

About the Phenomenal Physics Summer Camp:
The Phenomenal Physics Summer Camp is an annual summer camp program run by UBC Department of Physics & Astronomy. Camp participants engage in fun scientific activities designed to encourage thinking and experimenting. In the past, they have experimented with electricity, designed hovercrafts, constructed Martian habitats, conducted chemistry experiments and played with tornado tubes and musical instruments. Our goal is to stimulate the minds of these young scientists, and inspire them to explore science further in the future.
Job description:
Volunteers are expected to commit to at least one week of volunteering for our summer camp program (Volunteer hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30pm – 4:30pm, two-week commitment preferred). All volunteers are required to attend a training day prior to volunteering. Volunteers will be supervised by the summer camp teachers and camp leaders (UBC undergraduate students). Responsibilities of volunteers include:

• assisting camp teachers and camp leaders in running camp activities
• setting up before activities and cleaning up after activities
• interacting with and supervising campers
• helping maintain a safe and positive camp environment at all times

Why is this experience good for you?
As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to work with teachers, UBC students, and professors in the UBC Department of Physics & Astronomy. You will also gain valuable experience working with a group of kids. By being involved, you will spend time at UBC and visit university laboratories and facilities. This is also a great place to earn volunteer or career preparation hours. Last but not least, you will receive a free summer camp T-shirt!
Eligibility:
We are accepting students who are currently in/completing grades 10-12, as well as first year university students (although priority will be given to high school students). Suitable candidates will be invited to attend an interview on campus.
Qualities we look for:
We are looking for volunteers who…

• are interested in science and engineering
• enjoy working with kids (experience working with kids is an asset)
• are independent and reliable but also able to work as part of a team
• are not afraid to work in a pool during the swimming sessions (ability to swim is an asset, but NOT a requirement as we will be spending our time in the shallow end)

Interested in becoming a volunteer? Send us an email at camps@phas.ubc.ca and we will notify you when the online application opens in April.
Deadline to submit a complete application (including online form and resume) is May 12, 2013
Submit an application online now!

Please contact us at camps@phas.ubc.ca if you have any questions.

Vancouver Children's Festival needs volunteers

Key Positions for Volunteers

Great positions are available at the Festival for students interested in future careers in Arts Administration, Event Management, Business/Sales, Tourism, Early Childhood Development and other areas!

We need Coordinators' Assistants in the following activities helping with set-up, supplies, line-ups and dealing with volunteers, school groups & public:

Hands-on Activities      All Week (May 27 – June 2)

1)            Umoja Africa                                        (African culture pavilion)

2)            Cirq-O-Rama                                        (juggling, diabolo, rhythm sticks, hula hoop and stilt walking)

3)            Magical Mystery Maze                        (magic natural maze)

4)            Musical Playground                            (musical experience area)

5)            Hai! Origami!                                        (learning traditional origami)

6)            Squishy Circuits                                   (electricity experience with play dough)

7)            Shadow Play                                        (experiencing shadow puppetry)

8)            Sock it to Me!                                        (creating socket puppets)

9)            Bicycle Spin Arts                                  (spin art painting while riding a bike)             

10)          Twist and Toddle                                 (ages 1-5 little kids’ activities area)

11)          Entwined                                               (weaving sculpture – Year of the Snake)

12)          Face Painting                                       (painting children’s faces)

Hands-on Activities      Partial Week

13)          Me on the Map (June 1 - 2)               (multi-media installation performance)

We also need Assistants in these Key Areas:

Arts Admin, Tourism & Sales 

All Week (May 27 – June 2)

1)            Festival Shop                                       (Sales Assistant)

2)            CD Sales                                               (Coordinate Artists' CD & Merchandise Sales)

3)            Admin Desk                                          (Receptionist)

4)            Accounting                                            (Festival Controller's Assistant)

5)            Activity Assistant                                  (Assist Activity Manager with signage & Activity Tent needs)

6)            Hospitality Assistant                            (Assisting with artist hospitality)

7)            Volunteers                                            (Assist Volunteer Coordinator)

8)            Info Booth                                             (Festival Information)

9)            Head Host(s)                                        (Hosts act as tour guides for school groups)

10)          Traffic                                                    (Work on team coordinating parking attendants or crossing guards) 

FrancoFun! Day (May 30)                          (French-speaking volunteers urgently needed)

Crew Support (May 20 - June 2)            (Assist Festival crew with security, performer services and set up)

Also needed: General Weekday Volunteers May 27–31 ~ 9:30 am to 3:30 pm (All Positions)

For more info or to apply for these positions contact:

 

Diana Stewart-Imbert

Education Liaison & Volunteer Coordinator

Diana Stewart-Imbert    edu@childrensfestival.ca

Or Ms Giraud   pgiraud@nvsd44.bc.ca