Practice your English conversation skills in a low-pressure, friendly environment. All levels are welcome.
Some in-branch programs require registration with your library card. Please log in with your library account or follow this link to apply for a card online. You can also apply for a card in person at any of our 33 locations.
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Thursdays, Sep 19, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
6:00pm
120 minutes14 sessions remaining
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Thursdays, Sep 19, 2024 - Oct 31, 2024
6:30pm
90 minutes6 sessions remaining
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Are you looking for a job? Come learn all the necessary skills to do so at the Elmvale Acres Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, with a program offered in conjunction with CCI Ottawa.
Some of the topics that will be covered include:
•résumé & cover letter writing
•job search and networking
•interview preparation (hard and soft skills)
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Fridays, Sep 20, 2024 - Dec 13, 2024
10:00am
120 minutes7 sessions remaining
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Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed?
Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the Pinecrest-Queensway Employment Services team.
Cherchez-vous à entrer sur le marché du travail et ne savez pas par où commencer?
Profitez de l'appui 1 à 1 d'un des conseillers en matière d'emploi du Centre de santé communautaire Pinecrest-Queensway.
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Friday mornings 10 am - 12 pm
September 6, 20
October 4, 18
November 1, 15, 29
December 13
Les vendredis matins 10 hrs à 12 hrs
Les 6 et 20 septembre
Les 4 et 18 octobre
Les 1, 15 et 29 novembre
Le 13 décembre
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Mondays, Sep 23, 2024 - Dec 23, 2024
10:00am
120 minutes11 sessions remaining
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Are you looking for work? Unemployed or underemployed?
Drop-in to meet one-on-one with an Employment Counsellor from the Pinecrest-Queensway Employment Services team.
Sessions will be held in study room number 1 on the 2nd floor of the library while the elevator is under refurbishment.
Should you see that the counsellor is busy with another person, please wait outside patiently for your turn. Thank you.
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Wednesdays, Sep 25, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
10:30am
60 minutes13 sessions remaining
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Do you need a casual, friendly environment where you can practice your English-speaking skills? Look no further than the English Conversation Group! Receive guidance from our experienced conversation group leaders, meet new people, and gain confidence in your English speaking.
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Wednesdays, Sep 25, 2024 - Dec 18, 2024
6:30pm
90 minutes13 sessions remaining
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Improve your English, share stories and make new friends!
Améliorez votre anglais, partager des histoires et faites des amis!
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Monday Oct 28, 2024 at 6:30pm
90 minutesLearn how to protect yourself against fraud and cyber fraud in this session presented by RBC. This session will cover:
- What is fraud and cyber fraud?
- How does fraud happen?
- The most common types of fraud ( social engineering, phishing, smishing, identity theft, malwares, financial abuse, debit and credit card fraud, cheque fraud, job scams, mobile scam, etc.)
- How to protect yourself against fraud and cyber fraud
- Resources for reference to report fraud and be aware of recent trends in scams
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Saturday Nov 02, 2024 at 1:30pm
120 minutesFor Newcomers.
Be better prepared to write an effective resume. Learn how to structure your resume and best describe your work experiences and accomplishments.