Short-term training now available by Ruby Arsenault Recently, managers and staff from Rev. W.J. Phillips Residence in Alberton and Tignish Seniors Home, along with committee members from O’Leary, called a meeting with stakeholders to address the shortage of staff in their facilities, especially Resident Care Givers. After a few meetings it was decided there was a ... [Read More...]
Volunteers have many opportunities to make a difference in their communities
by Heidi Riley A Volunteer Fair held at UPEI brought together many organizations looking to recruit new volunteers. All the representatives agreed that the work of volunteers is essential to the good work they do in the community, and that the experience can build skills and connections. ADHD PEI ADHD PEI offers peer support groups for adults and parents of children of ... [Read More...]
BioVectra looks to hire more staff
by Heidi Riley BioVectra is a leading Canadian biotechnology company looking to hire 40 people at their locations in Charlottetown and in Windsor, Nova Scotia. The company is focused on contract manufacturing and product development of active pharmaceutical ingredients, pharmaceutical intermediates, and bioreagents. BioVectra has operated on PEI for more than 50 ... [Read More...]
Connecting job seekers with employment opportunities
by Heidi Riley Integrated Staffing, a staffing agency with offices across Atlantic Canada, recently opened an office in Charlottetown. “There is a current labour shortage on the Island and businesses are flocking to us to help fill their vacancies. We have the ability to offer a variety of work opportunities to job seekers with a variety of backgrounds and skill ... [Read More...]
Holland College hiring needs
by Gloria Welton Holland College has campuses and centres across the Island. Hiring is ongoing all year, with the busiest time being from April to September, and most positions are full-time. The locations include Georgetown Centre, Prince of Wales Campus, Tourism and Culinary Centre (home of The Culinary Institute of Canada), West Prince Campus, Summerside ... [Read More...]