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VCCS announces Brenda Roxburgh as new ED

Published on March 6, 2019 in Around Town/Business/Community by Lindsay Advocate

VCCS Employment Services has announced Brenda Roxburgh as the new executive director of the not-for-profit organization. VCCS Employment Services recently celebrated 30 years of providing employment services in the City of Kawartha Lakes.

After 31 years of leading VCCS, Carol Timlin, outgoing executive director announced her intentions to retire in spring 2019. After undertaking a search for the next ED, the board was very pleased to have Roxburgh succeed Timlin.

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Big scoop? Kawartha Dairy says rumours it may go national are premature

Published on February 12, 2019 in Business/Community by Roderick Benns

CEO and General Manager of Kawartha Dairy, Brian Kerr, says rumours that one of this area’s most iconic brands is set to go national is premature.

“We have growth plans, but not a national expansion in the near term.”

Instead, says Kerr, there is “lots of room to grow right here in Ontario.”

A source told The Lindsay Advocate that a national expansion was in the cards this fall, but Kerr shot down this rumour.

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A good reference is an important part of job search success

Published on February 11, 2019 in Business/Opinion by Carol Timlin

At some point during your job search you will need to provide references. A reference is someone who can vouch for the skills and experience you say you have on your resume. Most employers will check references. It’s good to line up your references when you start your job search. That means calling the person you want to use as a reference and asking their permission to use their name and contact information.

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The 4 key ways basic income changed people’s work lives for the better

Published on February 6, 2019 in Community/Education/Poverty Reduction by Roderick Benns

While the federal government may be considering the merits of a basic income for Canadians, those participating in the Ontario pilot know already how it was changing their lives for the better.

In fact, there were four key ways basic income directly affected people’s work lives, according to survey information – more learning and education; affordability of transportation; starting or maintaining a business; and childcare.

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Making ‘career resolutions’ is great to consider

Published on January 9, 2019 in Business/Community/Opinion by Carol Timlin

As we begin 2019 it’s common to hear talk of New Year’s resolutions. But do you make resolutions about your career each year? Maybe this is something you should consider.

Updating your career goal isn’t something only the unemployed should consider. It could involve looking for new work, but it can just as easily mean looking at a promotion or a new opportunity within the same company. If you take part in an annual performance appraisal you may be asked about your future career aspirations.

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Letham meets with Premier Ford, talks growth, job creation

Published on December 11, 2018 in Around Town/Community/Local News/Seniors by Lindsay Advocate

On December 10, Mayor Andy Letham was invited to meet one-on-one with Premier Doug Ford at Queen’s Park. The meeting was one of seven held with mayors of municipalities across Ontario including Mississauga, London and Guelph.

Among the themes discussed, according to a City press release, were common goals of providing efficient and effective services. The premier recognized Kawartha Lakes’ early adoption of a restructured, streamlined council size. He also expressed approval for the municipality’s long-term financial planning and ability to tackle sizable infrastructure deficits. They discussed how Kawartha Lakes is taking proactive steps to ensure sustainability of the services and amenities its residents value most, as uncovered in core service reviews.

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Volunteering a good job search activity

Published on December 3, 2018 in Community/Opinion by Carol Timlin

With the holidays approaching thoughts turn to giving and spending time with loved ones. You might think about donating some time to a worthy cause.

But did you know that volunteering is also a good job search activity?

Volunteering is a great way to add current experience to your resume or show your commitment to the community. There are lots of charities and non-profit agencies in our community looking for extra help, not only this time of year but all year round.

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Letham says GM is ‘pulling the rug out’ from people’s feet with plant closure

Published on November 26, 2018 in Uncategorized by Roderick Benns

Calling today’s announcement from GM a “huge disappointment” for working men and women, City of Kawartha Lakes Mayor Andy Letham says these jobs are going to be “tough to replace” for families.

While GM can’t officially close a union plant until it reaches a deal with Unifor, the bottom line is the company has announced production will cease after December 2019.

In a press release issued by GM Canada’s parent company in the U.S., it paints a rosy picture for investors.

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Your own network might be your best friend for job seeking

Published on November 8, 2018 in Community/Opinion by Carol Timlin

So, your resume is done, you have a realistic job goal and you are ready to begin your job search. Now what do you do? Many people start by checking online job boards and newspaper ads.

It may be a good start but not always the most effective or time efficient. Remember that the more time you spend on your job search the more successful you will be.

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New study shows major job and income challenges for City of Kawartha Lakes

Published on November 8, 2018 in Business/Community/Local News/Poverty Reduction by Joli Scheidler-Benns

New study shows major job and income challenges for Kawartha Lakes

Individual income from employment is a full 22 per cent below the provincial average in Kawartha Lakes, according to the first ever Community Labour Market Plan.

As well, the average income in City of Kawartha Lakes was $37,242 in 2016 — an increase of just $369 per year since 2010, despite the rapid rise in costs associated with housing, food, utilities and other inflationary pressures that far outweighs the minor gain.