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Grain Market Outlook
Lee Melvill, Marketing Specialist

Marketing Plans, Contracts

Grain Company reps

Tradeshow

Lunch included. Pre-register at CARA 403-664-3777



Fee: $60 / $50 - CARA members
Location: Oyen Legion Hall

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ATCO JOB FAIR 2012

If you are interested in a job opportunity with ATCO STructures & Logistics, we are hosting a one day job fair and want to meet you!


Location: Oyen & District Senior Recreation Centre

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Employee Selection Strategies

This interactive workshop for employers will increase your knowledge of effective interview and selection practices. Learn how to tailor interview questions to the personal attributes and competencies required for the job. This is a great opportunity to share ideas with fellow employers and access... more info



Fee: Free
Location: Oyen United Church

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R2R Biz & Technology Bootcamp

Technology is changing everything. Even small town Alberta. We used to be the place that young people ran away from. Now we're home to a new breed of techno cowboys and wired entrepreneurs that are changing the landscape for good. Join us for the R2R Biz and Technology Bootcamp to find out how... more info


Location: CJ Peacock Centre - Cereal

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Seth Godin

The Big Country Community Adult Learning in Partnership with the Return to Rural project is Presenting Live from New York City:
Seth Godin Marketing Guru and author of "The Purple Cow"
Check out his website: www.sethgodin.com
This remarkable video conference will inspire you to put your... more info



Fee: $15
Location: Adult Learning Centre

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12 Steps of succession Planning

This video conference session is geared to business owners from all disciplines who seek to deepen their understanding and begin the process of succession planning. The main focus is on an overview of the 12 steps of succession planning and providing materials and templates to enable business owners... more info



Fee: $5.00
Location: Adult Learning Centre

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Setting Up a Family Council

This video conference session offers a comprehensive framework to effectively host family council meetings. Research indicates implementation of regular family meetings is one of the three most important steps business-owning families can take to ensure the continuity of the family business. Learn... more info



Fee: $5.00
Location: Adult Learning Centre

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Setting Up an Advisory Board

Professional advisers can be one of your company's biggest assets to growth and success of your business, family and health. Knowing how to find them, what to ask and how to form those relationships is key. This session will discuss the roles of advisers, compensation, working relationships, family... more info



Fee: $5.00
Location: Adult Learning Centre

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Legacy, Lifestyle and Retirement Planning

This practical program will gracefully guide you through retirement planning and help you chart the course that will successfully ease you in to the next exciting chapter of your life. Baby boomers are redefining retirement and learning the importance of retiring to something, not from something.... more info



Fee: $5.00
Location: Adult Learning Centre

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Stewardship, Philanthropy and Setting Up a Family Foundation

"Philanthropy" may best be defined as "private initiatives for public good, focusing on quality of life." Thriving communities are fortunate to enjoy the foresight of the forefathers. We all want to make a difference to our communities, our countries and our world. Find out the advantages to setting... more info



Fee: $5.00
Location: Adult Learning Centre

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Social Media Strategies for Non Profit Organizations

This video conference session will introduce participants to social media tools and explore integration into existing marketing techniques. Topics will include: 1.Introduction of the various types of social media and target audience focus; 2.Use of social media to engage audiences in social conversations... more info



Fee: $10.00
Location: Adult Learning Centre

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Rural Business Breakfast Series

Introduction to Alberta Business Family Institute/Creating Pathways for Entrepreneurial Families and succession planning in Alberta. The Rural Business Breakfast Series is a six part series in which participants may take any or all of the courses. (video conference)



Fee: $5.00
Location: Adult Learning Centre

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Community Spirit Progam - Information Session
Looking for more information on the Community Spirit Program donation grant and the charitable tax credit? The Community Spirit Program (Alberta Culture and Community Spirit) operates a grant program that is available to non-profit and charitable organizations across Alberta. The grant is based on... more info


Location: Oyen Municipal Library

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Building a Better Board
Recruiting, Developing and Retaining Board Members. Presenter - Julie Friesen, Community Development Officer with Alberta Culture and Community Spirit in Medicine Hat. Feel free to bring your lunch.



Fee: Free
Location: Oyen Municipal Library

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The Successful Supervisor
Supervisors are special people with special skills. Your boss has decided you are the person for thee job. Now you need the skills to be successful in this new role. Get started o the road to being an effective supervisor by learning and practicing effective supervisory skills.

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Fee: $261.45
Location: Adult Learning Centre

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Communicate with Confidence
Your interpersonal communication skills can spell the difference between success and failure. Communication is not just about how you talk and listen. It's about making connections with people - customers, co-workers and friends. This workshop will provide you with the knowledge and skills to communicate... more info



Fee: $261.45
Location: Adult Learning Centre

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Design your Own Marketing Materials
Short course on designing posters/brochures/flyers, working with images and text layout and design...bring any projects with you.





Fee: $85
Location: Adult Learning Centre

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