Online Employment Support Services Webinar Series
A series of webinars designed to help you reach your employments goals.
We are excited to continue our Online Employment Support Services webinar series this year! Our webinars are designed to help you reach your employment goals no matter where you are, in your employment journey.
Sometimes the process of job searching can be overwhelming. Through our upcoming webinars, we will break down each part of the process into smaller critical steps that need to be taken and go over those steps together.
Some of the skills you may learn during these webinars include:
- Crafting a personalized elevator pitch that is unique to your skills and strengths.
- Navigating informational interviews/job fairs and unlocking hidden jobs.
- Making the most of volunteer opportunities as a way to boost your skills and network while making a positive impact.
And much more!
You can attend as many sessions as you like, depending on your employment goals.
Register to secure your spot, attendance is free!
Why Attend?
- Expert Speakers: Learn from our team of Employment Specialists.
- Interactive Sessions: Engage with speakers through Q&A sessions and live discussions.
- Actionable Insights: Gain practical knowledge you can apply immediately.
- Peer Networking Opportunities: Meet with likeminded peers and share information and ideas.
Upcoming Webinars:
Career Exploration – What do I want to do?
Discover the path to your ideal career through our engaging career exploration session in which we will guide you on understanding the true essence of career exploration, its importance, and how to assess your interests and values. Don’t miss this opportunity to find a career that aligns with your passions and strengths.
Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Time: 1:00 to 2:00 pm ET
Topics covered:
- Introduction and session overview
- Understanding career exploration and its importance
- Assessing and matching your interests and values with your career path
- Identifying skills and strengths
- Setting your career goals (short and long-term goals, creating a goal setting plan, SMART goals framework, etc.)
- Researching career options (Exploring various industries, identifying potential job roles, gathering information through networking and informational interviews, etc.)
- Developing a career action plan (Setting milestones and deadlines, monitoring progress, and adjusting plans)
- Overcoming barriers and challenges (Identifying potential barriers, strategies for overcoming challenges, and seeking support and resources)
- Conclusion and Q&A
Identifying and defining your skills, strengths and barriers
Join us for an enlightening presentation on “Identifying and Defining Your Skills, Strengths, and Barriers,” where we will guide you through a comprehensive understanding of your unique abilities. This session is designed to empower individuals by exploring both hard and soft skills and providing self-assessment techniques to identify personal strengths. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and resources to advance your career exploration journey.
Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Time: 1:00 to 2:00 pm ET
Topics covered:
- Introduction and Overview
- Understanding your Skills and Strengths
- Defining your Skills (Hard Skills vs. Soft Skills)
- Identifying and utilizing your Strengths (through Self-Assessment Techniques and Feedback from Others)
- Recognizing different Barriers and the strategies to overcome them
- Strategies for Overcoming Challenges (Developing a Positive Mindset, Seeking Support and Resources, Setting Realistic Goals, Learning and Development etc.)
- Conclusion and Q&A
Overcoming frustration in your job search/Managing Stress
In this informative session, we will delve into essential topics such as setting realistic goals, maintaining motivation, and enhancing your skills through continuous learning and development. Our session will cover practical strategies for goal setting, utilizing free online resources, and managing stress during your job search. Gain valuable insights and resources to help you navigate your career journey with confidence and success.
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2025
Time: 1:00 to 2:00 pm ET
Topics covered:
- Introduction and overview
- Setting realistic goals: Why and how
- Continuous learning and development (skills enhancement, utilizing free online resources, networking, etc.)
- Managing stress (identifying stress triggers, effective stress management techniques, importance of self-care, etc.)
- Overcoming frustration in your job search (common frustrations and challenges, strategies to stay positive, building resilience etc)
- Conclusion and Additional Resources
- Q&A
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact Tiffany MacIntyre, Program Manager, at tmacintyre@marchofdimes.ca
We look forward to having you join us in our practical series of webinars!