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December 30, 2021
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And there will be fines for violating it. Happy New Year!
You don't need warehouse experience.
The holidays can be a beautiful time but they can also be an expensive time. If you're looking for a job in Montreal, SSENSE is still hiring in order to fill 2,000 seasonal warehouse clerk roles for upcoming peak periods — and almost no experience is required.
"Since the beginning of this season, SSENSE has aimed to hire as many as 2,000 seasonal Warehouse Clerks and that hiring process remains in progress," SSENSE communications specialist Mikayla Di Grappa told MTL Blog on December 23.
Warehouse clerks would join the SSENSE team for a two- to three-month contract at the distribution centre in Montreal's Saint-Laurent borough and get paid between $17.50 and $21.00 per hour, depending on whether they work the day shift or night shift.
There are full-time and part-time positions available as well as paid overtime opportunities and there's the possibility of turning the seasonal contract into permanent employment.
So what does a warehouse clerk actually do?
According to SSENSE, responsibilities include:
While you don't need any warehouse experience, and training is provided on-site, you should be able to lift, carry, push, pull and stand for extended periods of time and multitask in a fast-paced environment. You should also have good reading, writing and communication skills and basic computer skills.
Things you don't need to worry about: wearing a uniform or bringing snacks. The dress code is casual with no safety boots required and the breakroom is "loaded free snacks like yogurt, coffee and tea," the job listing says.
If you have a car, there's free parking available on site. If not, the company provides a free shuttle service to and from the CĂ´te-Vertu metro station.
"Health and safety continues to be a top priority at SSENSE with rigorous precautionary measures in place across all facilities to ensure the ongoing safety and wellbeing of all employees," Di Grappa said.
"SSENSE has introduced enhanced health and safety measures in addition to adhering to guidelines provided by government and health authorities to help prevent the spread of COVID-19."
Salary:
Company: SSENSE Distribution Centre, 3665, boul. Poirier, Saint-Laurent, QC
Who Should Apply: If you're in pretty good physical shape and have good communication skills, this could be the job for you. It requires little experience and pays more than minimum wage — plus there are a variety of schedules to choose from.
This article’s cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.
"Get curious, take inventory, then see what changes you can commit to making."
Goals. Love them or loathe them, the truth is they're integral to growth and well-being. Whether yours are about professional development, personal achievement, financial freedom or anything else, your goals are a reflection of who you are and where you want to be.
Learning to live with the realities of a pandemic has meant that you've likely had a spare minute or two to reassess how and where you spend your time and energy.
If you had goals that you had to put on hold in the last 20 months or so, now is a perfect chance to revisit your ambitions and maybe take a step (or several) toward them.
Solutions-focused coach and wellness expert Eva Redpath is a pro at setting goals and building actionable plans to help you achieve your dreams. She feels the pandemic has forced people to confront and focus on things that are important to them and has seen this repeatedly with her clients.
If you're ready to make some goals but are unsure where to start, Eva suggests identifying one area of your life where you'd like to see some positive change and going from there.
Envision your desired outcome and how it might feel, then ask yourself where you are now in regards to what you want to achieve.
If you're feeling stuck, you can narrow down your priorities by listing different areas of your life (career, friends and family, recreation, health, money, personal growth and physical environment, for example) and then rate how satisfied you are with each of them from 1-10. This can help you better visualize where you might want to invest more time and effort.
Another nugget of wisdom from Eva is to start small. She believes it's the little things compounded over time that create big results. This is handy to remember in those moments when you feel discouraged or lack motivation.
When things get tough — and they will — you can choose to stay the course. You're resilient and you can handle whatever life throws your way.
If it turns out finance is a focus area for you, you're certainly not alone. In fact, according to a CIBC survey, eliminating debt is one of the top long-term goals of Canadians.
Saving for the future is another popular goal, with 30% of survey respondents saying they want to put more money away.
CIBC is here to help in this area, and the bank believes there's never been a better time to celebrate your ambitions and turn them into a reality.
"The two best pieces of advice I've received are to pay yourself first and to start investing as soon as you can," VP of finance and investment advice at CIBC, Carissa Lucreziano, told Narcity.
"I remember when I was in my early 20s, a coworker who was getting close to retirement always encouraged me to open an RRSP account. I'm thankful that she did because the small amounts that I contributed really added up over time."
Carissa's big takeaway here? The sooner you start investing, the sooner you can let the "magic" of compounding do its work to boost your savings.
Compounding is what happens when you reinvest your earnings to get a return on them plus the original investment. Bottom line: the longer you're invested, the higher your growth potential.
You don't need a huge lump sum to begin investing. Carissa recommends starting small, even with just $25 a month.
And you don't have to figure it out on your own, either. A CIBC advisor can help you choose investments that suit your goals and your risk tolerance.
When it comes to hitting specific financial goals, Eva advises Canadians to save for a rainy day. But don't stray off course when you feel discouraged.
There'll be setbacks, obstacles and interruptions along the way, of course. Just focus on what you can control and pivot to get back on track.
Letting people help is an important strategy too. The 2021 CIBC Ambitions survey indicated that about half of Canadians agree that when you share your ambitions with someone, they’re more likely to happen. That’s why it’s beneficial to involve others, like friends, family, a coach, financial advisors or mentors.
Whether your goals are financially focused or centre around another important aspect of your life, remember Eva's approach.
"Getting in touch with our ambitions, what is important to us, and what we want to accomplish in life, helps us choose goals that are purposeful and in alignment with our values," she says.
"Achieving them leads to a sense of fulfilment and can have a positive effect on other areas of our life."
So, as you reassess what direction you want to head in for the rest of the year and beyond, take time to figure out what your next step will be. And don't forget, you have it in you to achieve whatever your goals may be.
Learn how CIBC can help you reach your financial goals by visiting their website or following them on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
This content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, legal, tax or accounting advice.
Some students could earn over $25/hour.
If you're a Montreal student who's desperately looking for a job, you've probably taken a look at the local job market and in between the millions of restaurant jobs, found a bunch of not much.
Luckily for you, the Quebec government offers internships to students, a chance for them to develop skills and gain job experience in their fields.
Below are seven internship opportunities for university students in Montreal. Prospective applicants can find the complete set of eligibility, application and job requirements online.
In this 12-week internship, you'll act as a Mediation Advisor under the Directorate of Linguistic Integration and Intercultural Education. Interns will contribute to the "development of intercultural and inclusive training for school workers."
This consequential work will involve creating content that will cover, among many other things, educators' attitudes towards the diverse school community, equity and inclusion.
The internship will begin on January 17, 2022, and end on April 11, 2022.
Pay: Between $21.62 and $27.39/hour plus a 6.5% premium "to compensate for certain benefits."
Check it out here
In this 24-week internship, you'll help draft legal documents, develop legal opinions and conduct case analyses.
The internship begins on February 7, 2022, and ends on August 22, 2022.
Pay: Between $17.07 and $25.31/hour plus a 6.5% premium "to compensate for certain benefits."
Check it out here
The lucky engineering student who lands this internship will help lead maintenance and repair projects on infrastructure under the ministry's purview.
The internship begins on January 17, 2002, and ends on August 26, 2022.
Pay: Between $17.07 and $25.31/hour plus a 6.5% premium "to compensate for certain benefits."
Check it out here
This 15-week internship is targeted at students studying criminology. As a Research and Planning Officer, you'll be doing "qualitative and quantitative analysis of ethics complaint files" in the department of the police ethics commissioner.
The internship begins on January 3, 2022, and ends on April 29, 2022.
Pay: Between $17.07 and $25.31/hour plus a 6.5% premium "to compensate for certain benefits."
Check it out here
For 18 weeks, this intern will design web content for the ministry in line with rules defining the Quebec government's visual identity.
The internship begins on January 10, 2022, and ends on May 13, 2022.
Pay: Between $14.58 and $18.47/hour plus a 6.5% premium "to compensate for certain benefits."
Check it out here
This 25-week internship at the Quebec Court of Appeals could be the perfect opportunity for you aspiring legal professionals in law school. You'll be working in "close collaboration with a judge" to examine legal cases, summarize facts and study other judgements.
The internship begins on January 9, 2023, and ends on July 28, 2023.
Pay: Between $17.07 and $25.31/hour
Check it out here
This 17-week internship with the Ministry of Health and Social Services is an intense one, that's for sure. The internship is targeted at university students in computer engineering and computer sciences. Successful applicants will work with a team to develop and refine software to meet clients' needs.
The internship begins on January 10, 2022, and ends on April 28, 2022.
Pay: Between $17.07 and $25.31/hour plus a 6.5% premium "to compensate for certain benefits."
Check it out here
The best way to fulfill your ambitions.
If you have communication and customer service skills, and you're looking for a new and exciting job with great conditions, then you may want to check out the job postings at the National Bank.
One of Canada's top six banks (and the biggest in Quebec), National Bank is looking for people to help and support customers through its client contact centres. If you're an attentive listener, an expert problem solver, are bilingual and love learning new things, this could be the job for you.
National Bank's mission is to cultivate a people-centric, inclusive and stimulating environment for its employees, offering them the chance to grow and advance within the organization.
Haven't thought about working in a call centre before? There are a lot of benefits to call centre jobs (nice wages and advancement opportunities are just the beginning), and it could be exactly what you need if you're ready to move ahead in your career.
Every day is different at National Bank, where you'll be key in helping clients find simple, secure and customized solutions to all sorts of situations.
You'll play an important role in bringing customers' projects to life, and their gratitude is a reminder of the active contribution you made in supporting them to achieve their goals.
National Bank operates all across the country, which means you could have a positive impact on the lives of millions of Canadians, whether by phone or email.
Courtesy of National Bank of Canada
To reflect the changing nature of call centre jobs and recognize its employees' expertise, National Bank has recently renamed its call centre the "Customer Experience Centre."
Agents regularly find themselves in situations where they can let their financial prowess shine when giving clients advice. This is why employees are encouraged to develop both their customer service skills and their banking knowledge.
Proud of its agents' commitment and growth, the National Bank pays attention to what the Customer Experience Centre team members need and ensures that they're happy in their roles by changing workplace practices based on employee feedback.
National Bank firmly believes that a company that embraces diversity and values inclusivity is a strong and innovative one, which is why it launched a plan to create an open and welcoming culture for all.
National Bank is committed to adapting to the realities of its employees and strives to maintain its reputation as a people-centred institution, with well-being and teamwork as two of the bank's core values.
There are many jobs available at National Bank, including as a call centre agent. Because there are different customer experience centres, each with its own specialty, you'll have the chance to help customers with all sorts of issues and expand your own knowledge and skill base at the same time.
You'd be providing customer service to people from a variety of backgrounds and in all sorts of locations, making no two days on the job the same.
Whether you're interested in investment, credit, insurance, brokerage or all of the above, there are plenty of opportunities to learn.
If you have a passion for both tech and helping people, a job at National Bank allows you to explore both.
Technology is an integral part of the job. You'll be using mobile apps and online services daily to communicate with clients and turn their issues into solutions.
By listening to your client's needs and using your knowledge of the digital tools and tricks available, you can become an expert in customer service and a tech wizard at the same time.
Courtesy of National Bank of Canada
National Bank offers a variety of financial benefits. As a call centre agent, you'll start at $21 an hour with two guaranteed raises in your first year, six weeks of paid training, and opportunities for evening and weekend bonuses.
National Bank also offers flexible schedules, so you can work part time or full time, up to a maximum of 37.5 hours per week.
There are a few different places where you can work from too. For example, if you're a city dweller, you can work from National Bank's convenient downtown location near the Square-Victoria-OACI station.
If you're a student looking for a job, National Bank also offers tuition reimbursements. The company respects your school schedule and cares about your ability to strike a good work-study balance.
In addition to competitive wages, National Bank also offers exclusive programs to help its employees save and plan for retirement.
Team members get vacation leave in their first year of employment and have access to a great health and wellness program, flexible group insurance plan and pension plan.
Telehealth services and a share-acquisition plan are also available to all employees.
Jobs at National Bank are open to people from all sorts of backgrounds. Whether you're a student looking for a career change or you're semi-retired, there's a job for you.
All you need is a high-school diploma, the ability to speak both French and English fluently, a dynamic personality and the willingness to learn and grow.
Sounds good? To apply, head to National Bank's website, create your applicant profile and fill out a questionnaire about your skills and interests. Your profile will remain active for two years, and you can update your information anytime you want.
After you apply, you'll receive an email confirming that the team received your application. All that's left to do is cross your fingers and wait for the next step!
This article was originally published in French on Narcity Quebec.
Learn new skills AND get paid. đź’¸
If you're unemployed and looking for a new career path, you might want to consider training in one of six key fields that the Quebec government is encouraging people to pursue right now. Wondering what's in it for you? For starters, an extra $475 in your pocket each week — not to mention a potentially rewarding professional journey.
As part of Opération main-d'œuvre — the province's $3.9 billion investment plan to attract 170,000 workers in five years — the Government of Quebec announced that it will top-up employment assistance by $475 per week for folks that participate in full-time training or re-qualification in one of the targeted sectors.
These are the sectors you can choose from:
"This will allow us to fill positions in 'essential' public services and strategic positions in the private sector," said Premier François Legault in a Facebook post.
"To do this, a new allocation will support the training and retraining of Quebecers who do not have a job. No one will be left behind. Quebecers who agree to take training in one of the targeted fields will be entitled to an allowance of $475 per week."
A government document outlining Opération main-d'œuvre explains that the temporary increase in income support will be in effect for three years for those entitled to it. It says the $475 per week allowance is meant to be equivalent to minimum wage.
According to a press release, this is one of 80 measures Quebec is implementing to address labour shortages.
The Opération main-d’œuvre website says the province's ongoing labour shortage "disrupts the delivery of some essential public services," "hinders growth and development in several strategic sectors of the Quebec economy," "compromises investments and slows down the realization of projects that are crucial to Quebec's prosperity" and more.
Last week, Quebec announced it would also grant scholarships to college and university students studying in the same key fields.
College students are eligible to receive $1,500 per full-time term to a maximum of $9,000. University students can get $2,500 per successful full-time term — a total of up to $15,000 for a three-year program or $20,000 for a four-year program.
This article’s cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.
The government really wants people to enter these programs.
As part of a recently announced economic investment package, the government has presented a new Quebec scholarship program that's certain to make you think about changing majors.
The goal of the scholarships is to help address the province's labour shortage by incentivizing people to enter certain fields.
The government has identified six in-demand sectors. These are health and social services, education, early childhood education and care, engineering, information technology and construction.
The scholarships will only be available to students enrolled full-time in programs in these targeted areas of study. Qualifying students will get the money "after each successful full-time session," the Ministry of Finance says.
As a result of the $1.7 billion investment, "students will be able to obtain up to $9,000 at the college level, $15,000 at the university level for a three-year program and $20,000 for a four-year program, after completing their training."
"The Quebec economy is currently experiencing an exceptional recovery thanks to the mobilization of Quebecers and a successful vaccination campaign," Quebec Minister of Finance Eric Girard said in a statement.
"The significant improvement in public finances allows us to help Quebecers cope with the cost of living and to act to accelerate economic growth by addressing labour shortages and stimulating business productivity."
The provincial government has made efforts to persuade Quebecers to choose one of these in-demand sectors as a career. In May 2021, for instance, the government announced a massive investment in an IT training program that will pay participants $650 per week.
On December 6, the government added a slew of new internships and student employment opportunities, with many of them related to the targeted sectors.
In addition to the scholarships, Girard announced a new benefit to help low and middle-income Quebecers with an increasing cost of living.
The benefit will give $275 to people living alone and $400 to couples who qualify for the Quebec solidarity tax credit.
The benefit is part of a larger investment package that also includes a $215-million increase in the refundable tax credit for child care expenses, $1.2-billion for creating 37,000 new subsidized child care spaces and an $800-million plan for reducing the province's waitlist of surgeries.