Regina Job Search Strategies Forum Report
November 7, 2009
Introduction
The forum in Regina was the eighteenth event in a six-year NEADS’ Job Search Strategies Forums Project, addressing practical aspects of successful transition from school to the job market. Delegates represented a number of colleges and universities throughout Saskatchewan. Student participants were attending the following post-secondary institutions: Campbell Collegiate, Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology, University of Regina and University of Saskatchewan.
Forty-Five people took part in the day-long employment session: students, graduates, employers, career counsellors/professionals and representatives from non-governmental organizations.
The NEADS Regina Job Search Strategies Forum included two workshop panels, an exhibit area, and one-on-one resume consultations with career counsellors / HR professionals over the lunch period. The exhibit area included displays and representatives from: BMO Financial Group, Canadian Council on Rehabilitation and Work (CCRW), Neil Squire Society, Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation, Saskatchewan Government Insurance, SaskPower, and South Saskatchewan Independent Living Centre.
Jennifer Dillon, Job Search Strategies Consultant, NEADS
Jesse LeClaire, Saskatchewan Director, NEADS
Shari Thompson, Career Services Officer, Student Employment and Career Centre, University of Saskatchewan
Kristin Sali, Neil Squire Society
Nicole Jacksic, BMO Financial Group
Suzanne Orieux-Koroluk, District People Manager, Saskatchewan, Walmart Canada
Mona Hill, Program Facilitator/Teacher, Regina Work Preparation Centre
Jennison Asuncion, NEADS
Chris Gaulin, NEADS
Jennison Asuncion, NEADS
Jennifer Dillon, Job Search Strategies Consultant, NEADS