MetroWorks Bulletin - August 24
Kids End of Summer Fling at Common Roots BiHi
On Thursday August 25, Common Roots Urban Farm BiHi will host an end of summer community event. The event will run from 4:30 – 7:00 p.m. and feature a range of games and activities for children.
Accessibility advocate Milena Khazanavicius, who is blind, will kick-off the event at 4:30 p.m. with a kid focused workshop on blind and partially sighted gardening. The fling will then continue with activities including seed bomb making, natural watercolour painting and a farm scavenger hunt.
The evening will include live music and community members are encouraged to bring a picnic and enjoy the festivities.
Be sure to tell your friends and family! We hope to see you this Thursday for the perfect way to wrap up the summer, in a urban farm kind of way.
OPTIONS Special Collaboration Projects with Community Services and Canada Post
OPTIONS is running a special project for Community Services and Canada Post. The project involves the OPTIONS Program assisting people with different abilities apply and prepare for jobs at Canada Post. There are a variety of jobs available and all are encouraged to apply.
The project will commence with a two week pilot program in which candidates will be assisted in a variety of ways. The program will provide technical assistance for filling out the online application. Next, the program will teach necessary skills for the positions including employability and customer service.
The OPTIONS Program is currently helping potential candidates with the application process. Information sessions will be held shortly.
Learn more about the OPTIONS Work Activity Program here.
Stone Hearth Bakery Photoshoot
Stone Hearth Bakery is getting a new updated and improved website. This past week a professional photographer came into the bakery to capture our products and baking process. They activity in the bakery, catering kitchen and pastry kitchen were all captured. We are very excited about the next chapter for Stone Hearth Bakery’s online identity!
Cunard Learning Centre Reopening
We are very excited to announce that after their summer break, the Cunard Learning Centre is in the process of starting up their programs. We are very happy to see some friendly faces around the office again and cannot wait for their classes to begin.
The Cunard Learning Centre offers a free adult Learning Program and free evening GED prep courses. Participants of the program learn levels I, II, and III of Nova Scotia’s adult learning curriculum. After completion of these levels participants can choose to complete Level IV at the Nova Scotia Community College. If successful at level IV they can receive their Nova Scotia Adult High School Diploma at Bedford and Forsyth Education Centres.
Learn more here.
Now Hiring
Administrative Assistant
Are you a self-motivated and energetic office professional who enjoys working in a dynamic and non-profit environment? Do you consider yourself to be adaptable, reliable, and a problem solver with a pleasant personality? If you are someone that takes pride in your work and understands what it means to be the first point of contact for an organization, then we welcome hearing from you. We are looking for someone who can act in a supporting role to the manager and staff of the OPTIONS program.
Application details here.
Barista/Customer Service
Barista responsibilities include educating customers on our drinks menu, making recommendations based on their preferences, up-selling special items and taking orders. To be successful in this role, you should have customer service skills and knowledge of how brewing equipment operates. You should also be able to work various shifts. Ultimately, you’ll ensure an excellent drinking experience for our guests!
Application details here.
