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Make A Change Canada develops and delivers online training, programs, and mentorship to anyone facing barriers to employment. We are a hub for job seekers, employers, and partner agencies seeking to empower themselves or others to realize their full economic, social, and human potential.

September 6, 2022

Opportunities Hub Newsletter |

Employment Edition

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Hello Make A,


Welcome to the first edition of our Opportunities Hub newsletter! Included within this newsletter are our latest client success stories and articles on employment and self-employment topics.


We have designed this newsletter with you in mind. Whether you are a current participant or are thinking about joining our programs, a business leader with an interest in building an inclusive team, or you are a donor, community partner, or supporter of Make A Change Canada, this newsletter is for you.


Make A Change Canada gives careful consideration to the respectful representation of our clients and graduates to ensure the voice you hear is theirs. We are grateful to our clients who trust us to share their personal stories in a heartfelt effort to bring awareness to the challenges and triumphs they experience in their career journeys.


Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. I hope you enjoy this month's issue and will feel inspired and look forward to the issues to come.

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Success Stories

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Finding the Right Fit for a Passion-filled Career

Kerry Reed, age 26, from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, had a passion for working with technology from a young age. What she struggled with was finding the right career supports and learning environment to find meaningful employment in the technology sector. She found the answers she'd been looking for in 2021 when she discovered...

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Remote Work Supports a Dream Career

Katherine Gallagher, from Peterborough, Ontario, says that being on the autism spectrum eliminated so many of the traditional employment options for her. At the same time, she recognized that the solution may be in remote work. She searched for remote opportunities on her own, but couldn't find legitimate work-from-home...

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Articles

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Your Career Vision and Values, and Why This Matters

When deciding on a possible career change, whether you are considering employment or self-employment, most of us focus only on the end result. However, this can prevent you from examining two aspects that are critical to career planning: your career vision and your career values, both of which will help create a clear direction for your future. Quite simply, your...

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How to Approach Your Job Search in Five Simple Steps

There is more than one reason why someone could be searching for work. The most common reason is they find themselves unemployed and need to find viable work. Other job seekers may already be employed but want to find a job that better suits their skills and education. Perhaps you’re newly entering the workforce, or re-entering after completing an education...

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Upcoming Events

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Our Programs

Tech Diversity Online - Employment and Business Planning Support - and Services for Employers

An online program for job seekers and those who need assistance preparing their business plan. Funded in part by the Government of Canada's Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities, this program is available to those who self-identify as living with a disability. Intake is on a continuous basis, and applications can be completed online.


Visit: AnyCareer.ca for more information or start your application here.


Services for employers include training and matching of job candidates, along with ongoing support. Make A Change Canada is currently building a list of employers who have a specific interest in hiring a person with a disability. Visit: AnyCareer.ca/employers for more information and contact info.

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Online IT Skills Training - Certificates in Applied Web Development and Design

Offering the 6-month introductory certificate program and the 4.5-month advanced certificate program. Each program runs twice per year, and we are accepting program applications on an ongoing basis. 


Our certificate programs will help you build valuable IT skills to advance in your career. Graduates outcomes to date include communications coordinator, graphic designer, website developer, writer, project manager, technical customer service rep., administrative specialist, and more!


We are now accepting applications for the next intake starting October 3, 2022. Apply online today! Visit: StudyAnywhere.ca for more information or start your application here

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