Providing support, training and education for employment for former Domtar employees
SERVICES OFFERED BY THE ACTION CENTRE
What is An Action Centre?
The staff at the Action Centre can help support anyone in Unifor Locals 74 and 156 and IBEW 956 affected by the Domtar layoffs in locating services for education and training, We have a Job Board that is updated frequently. We also have laptops for use by clients.
Workshops and Training Seminars
ALL TRAINING IS FREE TO UNION MEMBERS (unless otherwise stated)
Ongoing Opportunities:
We have approval to provide reimbursement for members who get their DZ license through the NATT safety "DZ Driver Training Fast Track" course. Contact us if you want more information!
(Click on Workshop to send an email to secure your spot)
Ministry of Health Certified food handler: Classes offered in Sudbury: April 2, May 7, June 4, July 2, and more! (if we can get 15 people they will put on a class in Espanola) Email the Action Centre if interested.
DON'T FORGET TO SUBMIT YOUR SKILLED TRADES ASSESSMENT (and exam fee) PAYMENT RECEIPT (DATED NOVEMBER 1/2023 OR LATER) FOR REIMBURSEMENT FROM THE ACTION CENTRE!
We have contacts with local Service Providers that can help us help you.
Employment Options can help you with a variety of activities geared to finding work:
What do they provide?
Help with job preparation tools like creating resumes, cover letters, and job applications.
Guidance on job search strategies and ongoing coaching throughout your job search.
Information about careers, trades, and professions, including apprenticeships.
Coaching on life skills that support successful employment.
Resources to help with other employability-related issues like housing, transportation, daycare and settlement services.
Referrals to other community services and programs, including Literacy and Basic Skills, language training.
Identifying and matching career interests, skills, abilities, including self-employment.
Click the "Employment Options" button below to go to their website.
Click on the "Job Search Website" button to go to Workforce Planning Website for Sudbury/Manitoulin that links to 30 different job boards