2011 – 2012 annual report - Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils

2011 – 2012 ANNUAL REPORT
www.amsc.mb.ca
OUR VISION
OUR PEOPLE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
Manitoba has many business advantages: rich resources, a strategic mid-continental location, and a
stable and diversified economy. But it’s our people who make the difference.
WE BRING THEM TOGETHER
At AMSC, Manitobans exchange ideas and information, hold workshops and courses, and create collaborative programs to encourage diversity, develop workplace skills and promote business leadership.
WE CREATE OPPORTUNITY FOR OUR CHILDREN
By strengthening our workforce and developing our industries, we help our members drive economic
growth and social development, here at home and on the global stage. We work toward a future where
our children can aspire and achieve, right here in Manitoba, in whatever career they choose—rocket
scientist or medical researcher, organic farmer or filmmaker, web designer or dam builder.
TOGETHER WE ARE BUILDING MANITOBA
At the centre of all these diverse sectors, AMSC is a hub of inspiration, energy and action. More than
anything, it’s a hub of people. AMSC members and partners are committed to building businesses
—and this province.
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We believe...
In a shared vision of the future potential of our workforce
In collaboration and partnerships
In innovation and creativity
In transparency and accountability
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Greetings from the Chair ..................................................................................
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Greetings from the Executive Director...............................................................
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Report of Accomplishments ~ April 1, 2010– March 31, 2011 ..........................
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Waverley Business and Training Centre .......................................................
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Career and Workforce Development Programs ............................................
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Training and Development ............................................................................
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Career Connections Program .......................................................................
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Workplace Integration of Skilled New Comers in The Trades .......................
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Manitoba Mentors - Conneting Learning and Work .....................................
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Manitoba Career Week November 1 – 6, 2011 .............................................
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Business and Community Outreach .................................................................
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AMSC Board of Directors and Staff ..................................................................
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Financial Report ...............................................................................................
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Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils
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I wish to thank the Board of Directors, sector network partners as well as
Beverlie Stuart and the AMSC staff for the support and dedication given to the
Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils. I have worked on many sector committees
in the past ten years, and it has always been gratifying to meet so many people
who are dedicated, committed, enthusiastic and passionate about the work of
sector councils and associations. In particular, working with Bev and her team
these past four years was an incredible journey, and it was with mixed emotion,
we all said our thank-you, farewell and good luck to Bev on March 30, 2012.
GREETINGS
FROM
THE CHAIR
Cheryl Barsalou
Chair AMSC
Serving as AMSC Board Chair since 2008, I’ve met many great leaders at AMSC
events and functions. Having so many collaborative opportunities to meet and
network with these people and organizations, has created pathways and bridges
to new business partnerships, creating something beneficial to all those who
connected. That is true collaboration at its best and testimony to the real value
AMSC brings us all. “Hats off” to Bev for such a great start at AMSC.
In the past year, the Board of Directors has placed much emphasis on Board and
Committee Policy Development, which is the first step towards more productive
and positive outcomes. Our first draft of the Board Policy Manual is complete and
the next goal is to more clearly define and articulate our strategic vision for AMSC
while ensuring the “value added” we bring to the network is appreciated or
understood by all our partners. A network “Round-Table” event with sector and
government stakeholders was discussed in the last quarter and being planned
for 2012-2013. The intent is to gain perspective from all stakeholders to ensure
the ongoing vision and strategic plan created for AMSC aligns with not only our
partner expectations, but also with our funders.
Now we need you! Participating on the Board and AMSC Committees does not
mean you are going to be handed another job, it is about leadership. Everyone
benefits from innovative ideas and energy harnessed through collaborative
efforts. Your ideas, suggestions, time and energy, are the very things that build
our future together. You will meet others who share your interests and you will
gain much more than you are required to give. When I think of my past four years
on the AMSC Board of Directors and other AMSC Committees, what stands out
for me are the friendships I have made, the learning I have acquired, the pleasure
in volunteering, and working with some amazing people. Consider getting more
involved!
In closing now as Past- Chair, I offer my congratulations to the incoming AMSC
Board Chair, John Fjeldsted, who will carry on with the task of ensuring the newly
elected Board continues to focus on governing principals. This includes the link
with our network and AMSC operations, outward vision and strategic leadership,
diversity in viewpoints, and being proactive rather than reactive. In so doing,
AMSC’s success is sure to follow and continue.
Sincerely,
Cheryl Barsalou , AMSC Chair 2008-2012
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The 2011.2012 year has been a very exciting one for the Alliance of
Manitoba Sector Councils with the launch of Manitoba Mentors Connecting Learning and Work and the ongoing superior work of the
Workplace Integration of Skilled Newcomers in the Trades and Career
Connections programs.
We welcomed new staff members Cindy Trupish, Maria Poworoznik,
Jeusa Raflores and Celine Chin and said farewell to our long time sector
council colleague, Lynn Riddell.
GREETINGS
FROM THE
EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR
Beverlie Stuart
Executive Director,
AMSC
As this will be my final message to you in my role as Executive Director, I
want to thank all of the AMSC staff (past and present) and consultants
for your infinite commitment and dedication to the mandate of our
organization and your enthusiasm and passion in everything that as a
team we have accomplished.
I would like to thank the Board of Directors for your commitment to the
evolution of the Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils and for allowing
me the privilege of serving as the Executive Director for the past three
years.
As the Founding Chair and Executive Director of the Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils, I am very proud of the collective vision of a collaborative network and shared services/workforce development hub. It is
hard to believe that it was just four short years ago that we signed the
lease for 1000 Waverley and opened the doors for business. Impressively
since 2008 we have welcomed over 65,000 guests to our Business and
Shared Services Centre.
I want to gratefully acknowledge our funding partners, Industry Workforce Development, Employment Manitoba, MB4Youth and Human
Resources and Skills Development Canada. We value the partnership
that we share with you and of course, your financial support.
I trust that you will enjoy the subsequent pages of this report, as they
indeed reflect the devoted work of the AMSC team and tell the story of
our programs and services that support Manitoba’s sector councils.
Sincerely,
Beverlie Stuart, Executive Director, AMSC
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REPORT OF
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
APRIL 1, 2011– MARCH 31, 2012
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WAVERLEY
BUSINESS
AND
TRAINING
CENTRE
A significant function
of the operations of the centre is to
encourage and enable collaboration amongst the sector councils and the
businesses and industries that they represent. The Alliance creates a conduit
for collaboration, partnerships and synergy by way of serving as leaders of
various working groups who plan and execute innovative events.
Throughout the year AMSC hosted numerous events with more than 1500
people in attendance.
Events included:
- Employer Focus Groups
- Professional Development Sessions
- Job Fairs
- Career Fairs (Parents Expo)
- Program Information Sessions
- Sector Council Program Awareness sessions
- Strategic Planning Sessions
- Discovery Meetings
- Partnership Networking Events
- Workplace Training Events
- National and Provincial Sector Council Colloquium
The myriad of events held at the centre demonstrated to our business and
community partners the diversity of programs and services offered by the
sector council network.
STASTICS
Increased usage of the 1000 Waverley Business and Training Centre grew by more than 30%
over the past year. Throughout the 2011.2012 fiscal year, the centre welcomed
more than 20,000 guests to over 4,000 training/meeting events.
The training and meeting rooms were booked for a total of
22,913 purposes this past year and this number is expected
to increase exponentially next year.
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CAREER AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
The Alliance of Manitoba Sector
Councils is positioning itself to provide a single
window for employers to access highly skilled
workers. Manitoba businesses are able to recruit
workers that are highly competent in their specific
occupation as well as a having a clear understanding of the entire sector/industry that they are working in.
Outreaching to employers and ascertaining their
recruitment and hiring needs is done on a regular
basis. This past year saw AMSC staff outreach to well
over 400 employers using a variety of strategies
such as individual meetings, engagement sessions
and networking events. Engagement with employers provides staff with the opportunity to gain a
better understanding of the business needs of the
company and recommend solutions when needed.
Referrals to other service providers are made
continuously.
Regular referrals to other organizations include:
Workplace Education Manitoba (WEST,
aWEST and dWEST programs)
Workplace Prior Learning and Recognition
(WPLAR)
Individual Sector Councils/Associations
Employment Manitoba
Employment Solutions for Immigrant Youth
Opportunities for Employment
By connecting with AMSC Workforce Development
Initiatives and our pool of highly skilled workers,
Manitoba employers have seen an increase in
worker retention, productivity and global competitiveness.
The Building Better Workplaces program provides
supervisory and leadership training through our Building Better Supervisors and Building Better Leaders
workshops. Participants from across the sectors
benefit from the skills learned during these workshops.
Building Better Leaders
A series of workshops designed to develop innovative, effective and inspiring business leadership.
Workshops include:
1. Qualities of an Effective Leader
2. The Emotionally Intelligent Leader
3. Setting Priorities
4. Delegating Effectively
5. Managing Performance
6. Engaging Employees
Building Better Supervisors
A series of workshops designed to develop skilled,
efficient and effective supervisors. Workshops
include:
1. Qualities of an Effective Supervisor
2. Introduction to Effective Communication
3. Decision Making
IWD’s Workforce Development HR
Consultants
4. Facilitating Teamwork
Apprenticeship Manitoba
6. Problem Solving
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People don’t leave
organizations –
they leave leaders.
5. Coaching Workers to Peak Performance
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TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
CAREER CONNECTIONS
The Alliance of Manitoba Sector
Councils served as the lead coordinator of the
The Career Connections program
networks Training on Thursday’s professional
development program for sector council Training
Coordinators and Administrative staff. Throughout
the year 90 participants from the 18 organizations attended the following workshops:
Market Training for Sector Council Success
Labour Market Information
Workplace Health & Safety (Harassment)
Project Management
Cloud Computing/Security
Lean Office
Civility in the Workplace
Aboriginal Culture & Employability
Making Evaluation Work Conflict Resolution
Training & Development Working Group
Barry Miller, AMSC
Debbie Leiter, CME
Kathleen Driscoll, NMM
Lisa Solomon, AMSC
Carol Finlay, ACI
Rose-Anne Harder, FTM
Luanne Christensen, MTEC
Lindsay Laidlaw, WEM
Barb Bowen, MAHRC
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has been in existence since April 2009 and has
evolved over time. Started as an employability skills
and direct marketing program for unemployed and
underemployed Manitobans looking to transition
into occupations within Manitoba’s leading and
emerging sectors, the program has now grown into
a key partner for a number of initiatives being led by
WEM and the Sector Councils.
Throughout the year the Career Connections
program continued to grow and adapt to the
changing needs of Manitoba’s Labour Market as
well as the needs of our clients.
The
Career
Connections
program
provides
sector
specific job search and employ-
This year, Career Connections
assisted 95 individuals realize
their employment goals
ability skills training to individuals who meet the
program criteria (Aboriginal, visible minority, immigrants and women who are unemployed or underemployed skilled workers).
“
Our dealings with The Alliance of Manitoba Sector
Councils have been excellent. They have consistently
responded quickly to our needs, helping secure workers
for Color Ad Packaging, they have proved themselves
invaluable as we have struggled to find skilled workers
for out industry. AMSC also connected us with many of
their partners in an effort to assist us with issues that we
were facing in a time of growth. Without this assistance
we could not have accomplished half of what we did
accomplish in the past 2 months.”
Alan Poirer, Chief Communications Manager,
Color Ad Packaging
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Since launching the participant continuous intake
in September of 2010, the WISNIT program has
engaged with over 90 individuals looking to obtain
their Red Seal Certification and employment within
their trade. Of the 90 individuals engaged in the
WISNIT program, 67 of them were actively participating in WISNIT case management interventions
throughout the past year.
Of WISNIT’s 67 participants, 21 were already working in their trade upon referral to WISNIT but
requested assistance from us in helping them to
become certified. By year end, 36 of WISNIT’s 67
clients were working in their trade, 15 as a result of
direct marketing and employability skills enhancement from WISNIT staff.
Upon registration with WISNIT, the average wage of
WISNIT participants was $13.28. By the end of the
program, the average wage of WISNIT
participant’s is $18.17. For all participants, assistance from WISNIT resulted in a $4.90 wage
increase. However, for those who were underemployed upon registration with WISNIT, and as a
result of WISNIT’s finding employment in their
trade, they experienced an average increase in
hourly wages of $15.42.
WISNIT Case Managers develop training plans with
all participants. Sixteen WISNIT clients participated
in the Oral Communications in the Trades Program,
to develop their communication and English
language skills. In addition, 5 WISNIT clients participated in other language training, delivered through
Manitoba’s Labour and Immigration’s language
supports system. These clients required more
in-depth language development, or were already
participating in a language program when they
were referred to WISNIT.
By year end, seventy-four
percent of WISNIT clients
participated in employability skills development
with the Alliance of Manitoba Sector Council’s Career
Connections program.
In addition, eight clients
successfully
completed
the certification examination in their trade.
37%
$4.9/hr Wage Increase
The average wage of
WISNIT participants:
54
working
in their trade
22 12
direct marketing
and employability
skills enhancement
successfully completed
the certification exam
in their trade
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Upon registration
with WISNIT
$13.28
/hr
By the end of
WISNIT program
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$18.17
/hr
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CLIENTS’ STORIES
“
Approval in two months?
A Reality through WISNIT
THRICE
“WISNIT helped me get Apprenticeship approval, they
are helping me get a job in my trade, they are helping
me in upgrading my knowledge through classes, what
else could I ask for?,” these were the words uttered by
Bikram Sidhu a new immigrant from India who got
approved for Apprenticeship after two months of
arrival in Canada. Bikram is an automotive mechanic
who has been in his trade for five years. He relayed
that when he got to Canada, he did not know how to
get his qualifications certified and how to get a job.
“I took it once, I took it twice, after WISNIT I
stopped at thrice.”
WISNIT saves us from advertising
and the process of our first initial
contact to the point of offer was
very quick saving us time; and we
all know time is money. The WISNIT
program is an excellent program
designed to assist employers find
the skilled trades people that are
needed to run manufacturing
facilities especially because there is
a shortage of trades labour candidates who have their Red Seal. “
Karen Howard,
HR Manager,
Ancast Industries Ltd.
“But WISNIT helped me
complete all documents
and guided me on the
right way to apply for
apprenticeship. They
are so helpful. They
helped me in getting a
job through interview
preparation.
I am not yet lucky
because most companies require a certified
mechanic but WISNIT is
helping me a lot and I
appreciate it. I can’t ask
for more.”
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Werner Gerbrand
This was how Werner Gerbrand, described his passing
of the Red Seal Exam as he related having had to
rewrite it three times.
“The first time I wrote the Red Seal, I took up a
Millwright Upgrading Course at Red River College but
I failed. Then a year later I studied again at Red River
but I failed again. Fortunately one time I checked the
internet, I saw the process of getting hold of WISNIT. “
“I was connected to a drop-in program which
happened every Tuesday and Saturday. Although I
was not consistently present because I lived in Steinbach, I did attend a couple of months especially last
winter (2010).”
Werner was also connected to an English trainer in
Steinbach last Spring. “That was really helpful and I
did not have to travel back and forth to Winnipeg.”
“WISNIT was really helpful in connecting me to the
right people. I finally passed the Red Seal after attending the drop-in. “
Now Werner is a certified millwright working for
Barkman Concrete as an Industrial Mechanic/Lead
hand. He said his salary has increased by13%.
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CLIENTS’ STORIES
“
WISNIT helped me in my
studies to improve my skills
and they connected me to
an employer in my trade.”
Taking Chances
Carpentry and Sameh
Qiang He
Sameh Awad
At age 44 and armed with a high school diploma,
Qiang is not wishing for the stars hoping to be a big
boss in some fancy company where he would sit on
some fancy chair with some sleek-looking fancy desk.
At this point Qiang wishes for job security and a
possible promotion in the world of welding to provide
more for his family.
“If your country has a revolution and the economy is
bad, and your brothers are inviting you to a country
which has a lot of promise, will you not come?” This is
the question that brought Sameh Awad, 21-year
owner of a Carpentry shop in Egypt to Canada.
Qiang arrived in Canada through a working visa and
although he is already working as a welder at Sperling
Industries in Carmen Manitoba, he wishes for job
security as normal workers do.
He then realized he has to undergo licensing thus he is
now working towards a Red Seal Certification.
He did not have to do it all alone though as having
been connected to WISNIT through Apprenticeship
Manitoba, he has been assisted to get a Trades Qualification.
Also, he is now connected to AWEST where he is
upgrading his welding knowledge and communication skills; and Winnipeg Technical College where he is
undergoing a Coaching program.
“WISNIT is good!” Qiang smilingly says. “They
connected me to resources I need to help prepare for
the Red Seal Certification.”
Now Qiang has the chance to get job security, a
promotion, and also a chance to move to another
province. “That’s nice. I like it!,” Qiang adds.
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Awad has been in Canada for six months now and
he got his first job in Carpentry three months ago.
“Upon arrival, my brother already informed me about
the Trade Certification and I went to WISNIT on my
second or third day in Canada,” Awad said. “I had poor
English skills so WISNIT assisted me first with improving my oral communication in my trade. I was even
given books to study,” he added.
After two months of study, Awad was improving on his
English communication but he did not do well in
interviews and could not get a job.
“The WISNIT Case Manager, was the key to help me
find a job in my trade. He talked to my employers and
gave a report. Then my employers took me in, so in
three months I got a job in my carpentry trade, “ Awad
exclaims.
Now Awad is connected with Norcraft, a kitchen craft
carpentry company where he works as a Cabinet
maker. He is also taking carpentry and computer
classes with aWEST as referred by WISNIT, to improve
his skills.
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“
I really appreciate the drop in classes because
not only do I improve my English communication
but I also learn Mechanics the Canadian way,”
Manalo I Will
Rhodel Manalo
“In my home country, mechanics almost never get on
top of the socio-economic class. For 12 years of working as a mechanic, I had nothing. Life was difficult
there. Here in Canada, I have been able to buy a house
and a car even with odd jobs. When I become a
certified mechanic, I know I can have more than that,”
says Rhodel Manalo Canadian Tire Automotive
Technician.
“That is why I am very thankful to WISNIT because
they are helping me pass my Red Seal to become a
certified mechanic and they are continuously
connecting me to employers in my trade,” he adds.
Manalo who worked for Nissan and other car dealerships in the Philippines got an approval from Apprenticeship Manitoba but was referred to drop-in classes.
“I really appreciate the drop in classes because not
only do I improve my English communication but I
also learn Mechanics the Canadian way,” he explains.
Slowly I know I am reaching my goals and winning in
life as my family name states. (Manalo means “to win”
in Filipino).
“It’s a long journey but I will get there.” Manalo applied
as a skilled worker and waited five years to get to
Canada. He and his wife went to Toronto first and then
they transferred to Manitoba.
“In a week I got a job here in Winnipeg as Canner at
Guertin Coating, a painting company. I was with them
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for three months. Then I worked as assembly man of
automotive parts at Cormer Group Industry Defense
for two years and three months. But I want to go back
to my trade and get a higher salary.”
“WISNIT and Career Connections helped me create a
very powerful resume with all the right wordings
stating a joint partnership with Apprenticeship Manitoba and WISNIT. I know my resume was the key when
I got connected to Canadian Tire as a mechanic.”
“Until now, WISNIT has been contacting different
employers and contacts, setting me for interviews.
WISNIT is really helpful. They do not give up easily even
if I am not yet a certified mechanic and that is what
employers want. I feel well-supported by the government here in Canada.”
“
I would absolutely recommend AMSC’s programs to
other employers: finding and developing/training
talent requires a multi-resource approach. The AMSC
programs provide a number of resources and
provide an easy way to do business. Also, many
foreign workers are eager to learn and have a great
capacity and demonstrate loyalty to the company
who has assisted them with securing employment
and furthering their apprenticeship/trade skills.“
Christiane Devlin, Kleysen Transport
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Manitoba Mentors was recommended by the
Premier’s Economic Advisory Council (PEAC). In
April 2010, PEAC met with 126 business and
community leaders to discuss Manitoba’s future
success (Imagine Manitoba Summit). Several of the
ideas discussed at the summit focused on the need
to better engage and support Manitoba’s youth.
The concept for the program was a result of those
discussions.
Manitoba Mentors serves as a resource for schools,
youth serving agencies, parents, employers and
young people. Once connected through this single
point of entry into Manitoba Mentors youth are
“matched” with employers who are interested in
supporting youth as well as creating awareness of
the employment opportunities within their
business/sector or organization.
Manitoba Mentors is a place/setting-based mentoring program in that all of the mentoring activities
occur in either the school or in a work environment,
youth serving environment, or organization. In
addition, it is an in-school program that occurs
during school hours and is not for credit.
There are two core components to the program:
1) Group Mentoring (i.e., speakers panels/bureaus
in schools; site visits/field trips to employers/
businesses; small group discussions and activities,
and job shadowing)
2) One to One Mentoring (e.g., job shadowing, job
placements / internships for a period of time)
The program incorporates the following guiding
principles:
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a) Youth-centered
b) Strong Employer focus and Employer Driven
(school to work)
c) Career Exploration
d) Experiential Learning – learning through reflection on doing concrete activities, reflective observations, and active experimentations. Knowledge is
continuously gained through both personal and
environmental experiences where the youth/
learner:
is actively involved in the experience (this
allows youth to gain a better understanding of
the new knowledge and retain the information
for a longer period of time);
reflects on the experience;
uses analytical skills to conceptualize the experience; and
utilizes decision making and problem solving
skills in order to use the new ideas gained from
experience.
In our first year we exceeded our goal of 500
participants by 125%. As many as 1,265 Manitoba
youth participated in the Manitoba Mentors –
Connecting Learning and Work pilot year:
70 protégé/mentor matches made
245 students attended Industry Awareness
Tours
950 students attended in-school presentations
through our Speaker’s Bureau stream
150 employers have committed to serving as a
mentor in some capacity of the program
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PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT
June 29, 2011
MANITOBA MENTORS PROGRAM TO HELP STUDENTS MOVE SUCCESSFULLY FROM SCHOOL TO
WORK: SELINGER
– – – Students to be Matched With Mentors From Business, Labour and Non-profits to Explore
Possible Careers
More than 500 Manitoba high-school students will have an
opportunity to explore career options and learn from
experts in their prospective fields this year through the
province’s new Manitoba Mentors program, Premier Greg
Selinger announced today.
“Success in today’s workforce requires more than formal
education. Students also benefit from relationships with
employers and others who have real-world experience.
Manitoba Mentors will connect students from grades 9 to 12
with mentors from business, labour and non-profit organizations to help them explore possible careers and improve the
transition from school to work,” said Selinger. “Students will
be matched with employers and individuals who will
provide group mentoring, speakers’ panels, site visits to
employers and businesses, small group discussions and
one-to-one mentoring through job shadowing, internships
and job placements.”
Selinger congratulated the members of the Premier’s
Economic Advisory Council (PEAC), whose leadership was
instrumental in creating Manitoba Mentors, and also
congratulated business leaders such as Stantec for their
generous support of the program.
“Stantec is thrilled to be the first company to participate in
this outstanding program and help young Manitobans to
achieve their career goals,” said Eric Wiens, vice-president of
Stantec. “We applaud the province for their foresight and we
look forward to mentoring young Manitobans in a variety of
career areas including architecture, interior design,
engineering, transportation, sciences and project management.”
The Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils will deliver the
Manitoba Mentors pilot project on behalf of the province to
the following schools and youth organizations: Daniel
McIntyre, Winnipeg School Division; Westwood Collegiate,
St. James-Assiniboia School Division; Steinbach Regional
Secondary School, Hanover School Division; Frontier
Collegiate, Frontier School Division; École secondaire Neelin
High School, Brandon School Division; and the Boys and
Girls Club of Thompson.
“Manitoba Mentors builds on outreach efforts and successful models already taking place in the province and provides
a program through which a broad range of community
members can support and encourage youth,” said Bev
Stuart, executive director, Alliance of Manitoba Sector
Councils (AMSC). “The program adds value to Manitoba's
career development strategy, which provides a framework
to create an integrated and seamless career development
system within Manitoba.”
More than 40 Manitoba employers have indicated an
interest in the program including HAZCO Environmental
Services; Information, Communication and Technologies
Association of Manitoba; O.R.G. Canada; Standard Aero; the
Forks North Portage Partnership; Frantic Films; Manitoba
Building and Construction Trades Council; Chocolatier
Constance Popp; ANIM, Manitoba’s Bilingual Trade Agency;
Institute for Biodiagnostics, Safety Services Manitoba; Royal
Canadian Mounted Police; University of Manitoba and
Manitoba Hydro.
“We’ve received an enthusiastic response from a very
diverse group of employers,” said Bob Silver, co-chair of the
Premier’s Economic Advisory Council. “We encourage other
companies throughout Manitoba to contact AMSC and get
involved as a Manitoba mentor.”
The program will be expanded after the pilot year to serve
up to 1,500 students in year two and 2,500 students in year
three of the program. Manitoba Mentors is part of the
province’s Manitoba Youth Corps suite of programs, which
enhance employment and training opportunities for young
people.
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MANITOBA
CAREER WEEK
NOVEMBER 1 – 6, 2011
OPENING CEREMONIES
Monday, October 31st –This year’s Opening Ceremonies were held at Winnipeg Technical College from
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Annette Willborn,
Director, HLYS
John Bobbette,
President, WTC
Honourable Minister
Erin Selby
Beverlie Stuart,
Executive Director, AMSC
Guest speakers spoke to the immense
career opportunities in Manitoba and
career development as a life-long journey.
Over 200 people attended the Manitoba
Career Week 2011 Opening Ceremonies
Manitoba Career Week 2011 Planning Committee
Barb Bowen, MAHRCC Lindsay Laidlaw, WEM Lori Slobodian, MTEC
Adam Smoluk, FTM
Joe Di Curzio, AMSC
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Beverlie Stuart, AMSC
Deb Tardiff, MEIA
Cindy Trupish, AMSC
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TAKE OUR KIDS TO WORK DAY INDUSTRY AWARENESS TOUR
This year’s event held on Wednesday, November 2nd saw 38 students from various Winnipeg schools
participate in our Industry Awareness Tour. The day began at 1000 Waverley Street with an overview of
Manitoba’s leading Sector Councils and an introduction to the World of Work.
Throughout the day, volunteer staff members provided information about
the 9 Essential Skills and employability skills needed to get and keep a job.
“
I had an amazing day seeing
three cool places that I would
love to work at! I can’t wait to
grow up and work at something
I love to do! “
Manitoba Customer
Contact Industry
MTS Allstream
Manitoba Aerospace Industry
Stevenson Aviation School
Manitoba Tourism Industry
The Fairmont Hotel
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CROSS-SECTOR JOB FAIR
In an effort to address the skilled labour shortages that many Manitoba businesses are experiencing, we
held our first Cross-Sector Job Fair on Thursday, November 3rd. The employers in attendance accepted
resumes and applications throughout the day, and job seekers were able to attend Essential Skills Portfolio workshops and obtain job search assistance, employment counseling and career advising services
from onsite support personnel. Over 450 job
seekers attended the Cross-Sector Job Fair.
“
We found tremendous value in attending this Job Fair today!
At least 30 applicants that we will be calling in for interviews.”
5TH ANNUAL OPENING DOORS PARENTS' EXPO
The Opening Doors Parent’s Expo, held on Saturday, November 7th is an annual event hosted by the
Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils and the 18 organizations within the sector council network. This all
day come-and-go event provides parents and caregivers with the tools and resources they need to guide
their children in their career decision making.
This year’s event included information booths, hands-on demonstrations, online career exploration and
presentations.
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BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Establishing and maintaining partnerships with industry/ business affiliations, government, nongovernment organizations and educational institutions is a priority of the Alliance. In addition to
outreaching to over 400 employers throughout the past year, the AMSC team also fostered partnerships
and affiliations with the following key business and service organizations:
BUSINESS AND SERVICE PARTNERS
Ministers Advisory Council on Workforce Development
Premier’s Economic Advisory Council
Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce
Manitoba Chamber of Commerce
Economic Development Winnipeg
Human Resource Management Association of Manitoba
The Alliance of Sector Councils (TASC)
Canadian Council of Career Development Association
Canadian Career Development Foundation
GOVERNMENT PARTNERS
Industry Workforce Development, ETT
Employment Manitoba, ETT
MB4Youth, HLYS
Manitoba Labour and Immigration – Immigration Division Apprenticeship Manitoba, ETT
Human Resources Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)
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AMSC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
AMSC’s Board of Directors is comprised of representatives from the 18 organizations that form the
Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils network.
AMSC 2011.2012 Board of Directors:
Cheryl Barsalou
Neila Benson
John Fjeldsted
Thomas Sparling
Wendell Wiebe
Martin Itzkow
(MCCA)
Chair
(ACI)
Director
(FTM)
Vice-Chair
(MAHRC)
Director
(MEIA)
Treasurer
Kevin Hnatiuk
(NMM)
Secretary
(MFNPO)
Director
The Board meets 4-6 times throughout the year and the meetings are generally held at 1000 Waverley
Street. There is one sub-committee, the Finance Committee and two working groups, the Strategic
Planning Working Group and the Board Policies Working Group.
Strategic Planning Working
Group:
Board Policies Working
Group:
Cheryl Barsalou
Martin Itzkow, Chair
Thomas Sparling
Martin Itzkow, Chair
Cheryl Barsalou
Beverlie Stuart, AMSC
Beverlie Stuart, AMSC
Beverlie Stuart, AMSC
Karin Sparrow, AMSC Bookkeeper
Neila Benson
Neila Benson
Finance Committee:
John Fjeldsted, Chair
Neila Benson
Shirlea Smith, WEM
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AMSC STAFF
Beverlie Stuart
Elisa Solomon
Jeusa Raflores
Executive Director
Administrative Assistant
Facility Coordinator
Barry Miller
Joe Di Curzio
Lynn Riddell
Case Manager, WISNIT
Case Manager, WISNIT
Employer Liaison Officer
Maria Poworoznik
Cindy Trupish
Debbie Tabor
Program Coordinator,
Manitoba Mentors
Business Recruiter,
Manitoba Mentors
Program Coordinator,
Career Connections
AMSC Consultants
Karen Sharma
WISNIT Project Manager
Kim Zayac
Waverley ICT Support
Celine Chin
Bong Tadeo
Communications Coordinator
Security/Maintenance
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Karen Sparrow
AMSC Bookkeeper
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FINANCIAL REPORT
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What Partners Say About Us...
“
In early November the Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils brought together a group of stakeholders in an effort to
assist a Manitoban company during a period of ownership transition and expansion. At every step the Alliance has
facilitated an integrated services approach to the challenges facing this employer. The process of accessing services and
the ability of our area to deliver services is enhanced by the thoughtful and strategic efforts of The Alliance. At this time
there are three service providers assisting this organization in a coordinated effort. This effective and timely response
is possible due to the efforts of The Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils executive and staff.”
Jeff McMaster, Industry Workforce Development - Workforce Development Consultant
“
When AMSC referred one of their sector members to Workplace Education Manitoba earlier this year, AMSC had correctly
identified the sector member as potentially benefitting from an Essentials Skills assessment by WEM’s Essential Skills
training development experts. Since the referral, WEM and the firm have established a firm partnership that has led to
working through an organizational needs analysis that highlighted the need for training in multiple essential skills.
We are now working with the management and staff to continue to identify and refine skills development
opportunities for their employees in several key areas.”
Megan Schwabiuk, Workplace Education Manitoba
“
As a direct result of AMSC’s referral, Color Ad Packaging joined as a member of The Manitoba Print Industry Association
on September 28, 2011. This marks the first time that Color Ad has been a member of this association. They have already
started participating in MPIA initiatives as they submitted a request for MPIA training rebate program.”
Manitoba Print Industry Association - Executive Director
2011 - 2012
ANNUAL REPORT
1000 Waverley Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 0P3
TEL 204.272.2960
www.amsc.mb.ca