Community & Employment Service Providers of Nipissing District GUIDE A guide to some of the local employment and community service providers, and how they can help you with your job search! This Employment Ontario project is funded by the Ontario Government.
Table of CONTENTS 2 Child Care Anishinabek Nation District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board - Child Care Subsidy Nipissing First Nation Couchie Memorial Daycare Centre North Bay Military Family Resource Centre - Little Wings Child Care Centre Ontario Early Years Centre - Nipissing The Friends Forever Child care Centre YMCA of North Bay 7 12 Literacy & Academic Upgrading Food Services Canadore College Conseil scolaire catholique Franco-Nord Contact North - Distance Learning Services Laurentian Learning Centre Le Centre De Formation Du Nipissing Literacy Alliance of West Nipissing Literacy Nipissing North Bay Public Library North Bay Food Bank The Gathering Place Trinity Church - Infant Food Shelf 15 Mental Health Services Amelia Rising Sexual Assault Centre of Nipissing Community Counseling Centre of Nipissing Community Living North Bay Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca Nipissing Transition House 19 Housing Services Community Living North Bay District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board - Social Housing Low Income People Involvement of Nipissing Nipissing District Housing Corporation Nipissing Transition House 23 Womens Services Amelia Rising Sexual Assault Centre of Nipissing Nipissing Transitional House
Table of CONTENTS 25 Employment & Training Services Anishinabek Nation Community Living North Bay District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board Employment Options Emploi Get Trained Workers.com HR North March of Dimes Canada Métis Nation of Ontario North Bay & District Multicultural Centre North Bay Indian Friendship Centre North Bay Family Resource Centre Service Canada True Self Employment & Training Yes Employment Services 33 36 Self-Employment Services Disability Support Services The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound NECO - Community Futures Development Corporation Canadian Hearing Society Community Living North Bay Disability Employment Opportunities Centre (DEOC) March of Dimes Canada Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca One Kids Place
HOW TO Use this guide This is NOT a complete guide of all community and employment services offered. It is simply a reference tool that provides information about some organizations providing employment related services. Each organization has been classified in each section that applies, as in the Table of contents For Example: Anishinabek Nation can be found in both the Child Care Services section, as well as the Employment & Training Services section. ICONS Next to each organization s listing, you will see some icons. These icons represent additional services that the organization offers or provides access to. Apprenticeship Support High School Diploma / Equivalency Program Assistance French Language Training Job Match / Placement Ontario Disability Support Program Ontario Works Program For Example: Yes Employment 1 Yes Employment Services can be found in the Employment & Training Services section of this guide. However, they also offer or provide access to specific programs such as: apprenticeship programs, job placement/matching, and the Ontario Disability Support Program.
2 Child Care Services
CHILD CARE Anishinabek Nation Aboriginal Skills & Employment Training Strategy Phone: 705-497-9127 Fax: 705-497-9135 1 Miigizi Mikan North Bay ON P1B 8J8 www.anishinabek.ca Physical Access: Unknown English Skills development Training for high-demand jobs Job finding Programs for youth Programs for urban and Aboriginal people with disabilities Access to child care District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board Phone: 705-474-2151 Fax: 705-474-8984 200 McIntyre St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 8J8 www.dnssab.on.ca Subsidies for children to parents & caregivers in need of financial assistance who are working, students, or parents & caregivers You can qualify for the child care subsidy if you are the parent (temporary care provider) and your child(ren): Is under 12 years old (or up to 18 years old if your child has special needs) Is in a licensed child care program, or Is in a before- and after-school program in a school that offers full-day kindergarten You can apply for the child care subsidy or get more information about this program by calling locally (705) 474-1923, or toll free 1-877-319-5411 3
CHILD CARE Nipissing First Nation Couchie Memorial Daycare Centre Phone: 705-474-9860 Fax: 705-474-3394 jillb@nfn.ca 560 Couchie Memorial Dr. North Bay, ON P1B 8G5 www.nfn.ca English; Interpretive Services - Ojibway, available upon request Licensed daycare centre Activities to enhance spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical and social development of children School readiness programs Field trips and community outings Provides 2 snacks and a hot lunch daily Native cultural programs (including Native language) Monthly newsletter for parents North Bay Military Family Resource Centre Little Wings Child Care Centre Eligibility: Only available to military and their family members Supervisor: Leanna Neault Phone: 705-494-2011 Ext. 2060 Fax: 705-494-2182 19 Market St. Hornell Heights, ON P0H 1P0 www.familyforce.ca/sites/northbay/en/pages/default.aspx English Full and part-time day care (Infant 12 years of age) Before and after school child care Drop-in program School Breaks, PD days, and Summer Mini Camps 4
CHILD CARE Ontario Early Years Centre - Nipissing Phone: 705-474-8910 Ext. 0 Fax: 705-474-2402 eyc@communitylivingnorthbay.org 171 Chippewa St. W. North Bay, ON P1B 8G3 www.communitylivingnorthbay.org Physical Access: Partially Accessible (ground floor building with no door openers) Early learning and literacy programs for parents and their children Programs to support parents and caregivers in all aspects of early child development Parenting and children s workshops Information and training for new parents and expectant parents about pregnancy and parenting Age appropriate learning materials Opportunities to interact and learn with other children Meet other parents/caregivers and share experiences, make new friendships Information about other Early Years Programs in the community Eleanor Broydell Literacy Library The Friends Forever Child Care Centre Phone: 705-825-3322 m.ross@friendsforeverchildcare.ca 1140 Front St. North Bay, ON P1B 5B1 www.friendsforeverchildcare.ca Physical Access: There are some stairs to get into the center English Childcare centre for children (1 month to 12 years) Engages children in arts and crafts, gross motor and fine motor activities Dramatic play centre and a library area Provides children with two education-based circle times Provides children with a lunch and two healthy snacks 5
CHILD CARE YMCA of North Bay Phone: 705-497-9622 Fax: 705-474-5116 186 Chippewa St. W. North Bay, ON P1B 6G2 www.ymcanorthbay.com Physical Access: Unknown English Full-day curriculum child care (Infancy to 3.8 years of age) School age extended day child care program (4-5 years of age) School age extended day program child care (6-12 years) Licensed home child care services (Infancy 12 years of age) Leisure services for all ages 6
Literacy & Academic Upgrading Services 7 7
LITERACY & ACADEMIC UPGRADING Canadore College Academic Upgrading & Career Preparation Phone: 705-474-7600 Ext. 5469 Fax: 705-495-7904 kim.sawyer@canadorecollege.ca P.O. Box 5001, 100 College Dr. North Bay, ON P1B 8K9 www.canadorecollege.ca English Skills assessment to determine where individuals should start their training Information on various local agencies/services and appropriate referral Individualized training plans to assist individuals in achieving their goals Conseil scolaire catholique Franco-Nord. North Bay Algonquin Ave. Éducation parallèle / Adult High School Diploma Program Phone: 705-472-8240 ext. 5223 Fax: 705-472-8476 555 Algonquin Ave. North Bay, ON P1B 4W8 www.educationparallele.com French Series of courses designed for francophone adults who want to complete their high school education Reading, writing, mathematics, sciences and social sciences Full range of high school credit courses including on-line, DRC and cooperative education Issues a high school diploma to individuals who successfully complete the program Work-study opportunities English and French as a Second Language 8
LITERACY & ACADEMIC UPGRADING Contact North - Distance Learning Services Phone: 1-855-352-7226 Fax: 705-474-8802 northbay@contactnorth.ca 60 Commerce Cres. North Bay, ON P1B 8G4 www.contactnorth.ca Physical Access: Unknown - Please call first English Education and training opportunities offered by Ontario colleges and universities, as well as literacy organizations Connections to full and part-time courses through virtual classrooms and access centers Information on courses and programs and the technology used Access to over 1,300 programs and 27,000 courses Courses and programs delivered through e-learning, and audio / video conferencing: Laurentian Learning Centre Phone: 705-472-5419 Fax: 705-474-4011 info@nearnorthschools.ca 647 McKay Ave. North Bay, ON P1B 7V7 www.nearnorthschools.ca English Courses designed for adult learners who want to complete their high school diploma (Focuses on reading, writing, mathematics, and social sciences) Academic upgrading 9
LITERACY & ACADEMIC UPGRADING Le Centre De Formation Du Nipissing Phone: 705-472-6673 Fax: 705-497-1825 ppedenyse@yahoo.ca 630 Cassells St. 219 King St. North Bay, ON P1B 4A2 Sturgeon Falls, ON P2B 1S1 www.formationnipissing.ca French Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education or independence Literacy Alliance of West Nipissing Phone: 705-753-0537 Fax: 705-580-3042 Literacydsl@eastlink.ca 210 Holditch St. Sturgeon Falls, ON P2B 1S6 www.yes2literacy.ca Physical Access: Accessible (Offsite arrangement at 225 Holditch St.) English Literacy & basic skills programs GED High School Equivalency Preparation Guidance Counseling Social Service Worker on-site Career Cruising On-site certified CAMERA Assessors (Employment Readiness Upgrading) Winning Attitudes Series focuses on attitude, coping skills, lifestyle choices, and self-esteem 10
LITERACY & ACADEMIC UPGRADING Literacy Nipissing Literacy & Basic Skills Eligibility: Must be 19 Years of age or over Phone: 705-494-9416 347 Sherbrooke St., Suite #301 North Bay, ON P1B 2C1 www.literacynipissing.ca Physical Access: Unknown English One to one Tutoring Small group literacy classes Computer Literacy Best Self Forward Program Essential Skills Workshops GED Preparation Transportation & child care assistance available to qualified learners Volunteer opportunities available North Bay Public Library Phone: 705-474-4830 Fax: 705-495-4010 library@cityofnorthbay.ca 271 Worthington St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 1H1 www.cityofnorthbay.ca/library English Loans books, magazines, DVDs, downloadable audiobooks and ebooks, obituary files, genealogy collections, periodicals, on site video games Faxing, photocopying, scanning and printing services Computer and internet access Inter-library loans Assistance with reference and research 11
12 Food Services
FOOD SERVICES North Bay Food Bank Phone: 705-495-3290 Fax: 705-495-0413 nbayfoodbank@gmail.com 1016 Fisher St North Bay, ON P1B 2G4 www.nfn.ca Provides necessary food to people in need Baby food, diapers (sizes based upon availability), formula, and other items for infants when required (based upon availability) The Gathering Place Phone: 705-474-7687 admin@thegatheringplacenorthbay.ca 392 Algonquin Ave. North Bay, ON P1B 4W3 www.thegatheringplacenorthbay.ca English Hot, nutritious lunch Monday to Friday to those in need Breakfast Monday to Thursday morning 13
FOOD SERVICES Trinity Church Infant Food Shelf Phone: 705-474-3310 trinityunited@cogeco.net 111 McIntyre St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 1C5 www.trinitynorthbay.ca English Infant food bank provides formula, baby food, diapers, wipes, snacks and other baby supplies as available (Families with children up to 1 year old) 14
Mental Health Services 15 15
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Amelia Rising Sexual Assault Centre of Nipissing Phone: 705-840-2403 Fax: 705-840-5050 101 Worthington St E., Suite 11 (lower level) North Bay, ON P1B 1G5 www.ameliarising.ca Individual Counseling Group Counseling Beyond Trauma Group Healthy Relationship workshops Survivor to Thriver Group Food & Clothing bank 24 Hour Crisis line Community Counseling Centre of Nipissing Phone: 705-472-6515 Fax: 705-472-4582 361 McIntyre St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 1C9 www.cccnip.com Individual, Family, and Couple counseling Abuse counseling (individual and group) Sexual Abuse counseling Women only (Individual, group counseling and education) 16
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Community Living North Bay Phone: 705-476-3288 Fax: 705-476-4788 info@communitylivingnorthbay.org 161 Main St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 1A9 www.communitylivingnorthbay.org Community Participating Supports Supported Independent Living Group Living Respite services In and out of home Clinical services Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca Phone: 705-476-2293 or 1-800-668-8555 Fax: 705-495-1373 222 Main St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 1B1 www.thefamilyhelpnetwork.ca Autism Intervention Program (IBI) Behaviour Communication Therapy (BCT) School Support Program Child and Youth counseling Home-Based Services School Mental Health Brief Services (including Walk-In Counseling Clinic). North Community Network of Specialized Care Developmental Services Ontario North East Region (DSO-NER) Passport Program 17
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Nipissing Transition House Transitional & Housing Support Services (Women leaving abusive situations) Phone: 705-494-9589 Crisis Line: 705-476-2429 wonb@vianet.ca 547 John St. North Bay, ON P1B 2M9 www.nipissingtransitionhouse.com Crisis counseling for women 16 years of age and older, especially if impacted by homelessness, eviction or other housing crises Advocacy with community agencies Accompaniments to appointments regarding income support and other support services Information and referrals to community agencies and supports Assistance with completing forms and applications around housing and financial assistance Safety planning Guidance and support when creating a plan of next steps for the future 18
Housing Services 19 19
HOUSING SERVICES Community Living North Bay Phone: 705-476-3288 Fax: 705-476-4788 info@communitylivingnorthbay.org 161 Main St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 1A9 www.communitylivingnorthbay.org Community Participating Supports Supported Independent Living Group Living Respite services In and out of home Clinical services District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board Phone: 705-474-2151 Fax: 705-474-8984 200 McIntyre St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 8J8 www.dnssab.on.ca Rent geared to income Housing Rental housing programs Investment in affordable housing programs 20
HOUSING SERVICES Low Income People Involvement of Nipissing Phone: 705-472-1337 Fax: 705-472-4454 127 Main St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 1A9 www.lipinipissing.com Physical Access: Unknown Financial assistance for rental arrears and energy-related emergencies Energy Fund covers eligible energy arrears, and the security deposit and reconnection fees related to natural gas, oil and other forms of energy Rent Bank covers eligible costs to a maximum of two months of rental arrears Nipissing District Housing Corporation Phone: 705-472-2441 Fax: 705-472-4171 tbethune@nipissingdhc.ca 133 Main St. W., Suite #200 North Bay, ON P1B 8J1 Physical Access: Unknown Rent-geared-to-income and market rent housing units Subsidized units for senior citizens, singles and families Rent supplement program 21
HOUSING SERVICES Nipissing Transition House Transitional & Housing Support Services (Women leaving abusive situations) Phone: 705-494-9589 Crisis Line: 705-476-2429 wonb@vianet.ca 547 John St. North Bay, ON P1B 2M9 www.nipissingtransitionhouse.com Crisis counseling for women 16 years of age and older, especially if impacted by homelessness, eviction or other housing crises Advocacy with community agencies Accompaniments to appointments regarding income support and other support services Information and referrals to community agencies and supports Assistance with completing forms and applications around housing and financially assistance Safety planning Guidance and support when creating a plan of next steps for the future 22
Womens Services 23 23
WOMENS SERVICES Amelia Rising Sexual Assault Centre of Nipissing Phone: 705-840-2403 Fax: 705-840-5050 101 Worthington St E., Suite 11 (lower level) North Bay, ON P1B 1G5 www.ameliarising.ca Individual Counseling Group Counseling Beyond Trauma Group Healthy Relationship workshops Survivor to Thriver Group Food & Clothing bank 24 Hour Crisis line Nipissing Transition House Transitional & Housing Support Services (Women leaving abusive situations) Phone: 705-494-9589 Crisis Line: 705-476-2429 wonb@vianet.ca 547 John St. North Bay, ON P1B 2M9 www.nipissingtransitionhouse.com Crisis counseling for women 16 years of age and older, especially if impacted by homelessness, eviction or other housing crises Advocacy with community agencies Accompaniments to appointments regarding income support and other support services Information and referrals to community agencies and supports Assistance with completing forms and applications around housing and financially assistance Safety planning Guidance and support when creating a plan of next steps for the future 24
Employment & Training Services 25 25
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SERVICES Anishinabek Nation Aboriginal Skills & Employment Training Strategy Phone: 705-497-9127 Fax: 705-497-9135 1 Miigizi Mikan North Bay ON P1B 8J8 www.anishinabek.ca Physical Access: Unknown English Skills development Training for high-demand jobs Job finding Programs for youth Programs for urban and Aboriginal people with disabilities Access to child care Community Living North Bay Employment Services Phone: 705-476-3280 Ext. 229 Fax: 705-476-6918 741 Wallace Rd. North Bay, ON P1A 0E6 www.communitylivingnorthbay.org Opportunities for adults with an intellectual disability to learn new skills and attain employment Assists candidates with developing a resume Screens potential employers to ensure equal opportunity and accommodation Interview set-up and attendance (if required) Job coaching and support The Home Style Café is a full service restaurant/cafeteria and catering business that provides transferable skills training 26
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SERVICES District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board Phone: 705-474-2151 or 1-877-829-5121 Fax: 705-474-8985 200 McIntyre St. E. 94 King St. 380 Main St. P.O. Box 750 Sturgeon Falls, ON P2B 2Z5 M a t t a w a, O N P 0 H 1 V 0 North Bay, ON P1B 8J8 www.dnssab.on.ca Ontario Works is an active employment program designed to assist persons in need through the provision of financial assistance and employment supports. Job search assistance: Resume & Cover Letter development, Interview Preparation, job search tools Assistance with employment related expenses (childcare, transportation, clothing, training, etc.) Access to computers, printers, fax, mail and local newspapers at no charge Wage subsidy and Human resources supports Volunteer placement opportunities Certified online training opportunities, Site Ready training program & Workshops Self-employment supports Access to trained employment counseling staff & Job retention assistance Learning, Earning and Parenting supports for parents between 16-17 and 18-25 Referrals also available to community partners for additional employment supports Employment Options Emploi 27 Phone: 705-753-9844 Fax: 705-753-6497 claude.dubuc@collegeboreal.ca 186 Main St., Suite #1 Sturgeon Falls, ON P2B 1N9 www.1job.ca/en With Access to Special Needs Centre Individualized action plans with steps to meet training / employment goals & Life skills coaching Preparation of job search tools (resumé, cover letter, job applications, interview preparation) Evaluation of internationally trained individuals skills, experience, and credentials Assistance with employment related issues (housing, transportation, day care, and settlement) Access to local labour market information Career Matching, Occupationally specific information sessions & job postings Apprenticeships Access to computers & internet Free job advertising, job trials, training subsidies, follow-ups, and assistance with job fair coordination Assistance reviewing resumés of eligible candidates
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SERVICES Get Trained Workers.com Contact: Carol Porter District Coordinator North Bay and District Chamber of Commerce / District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board Phone: 705-474-2151 Ext. 3153 carol@gettrainedworkers.com www.gettrainedworkers.com English Employment supports provided through a referral process (Partnerships with various community stakeholders) HR North Phone: 705-223-5318 or 1-877-249-5318 Fax: 705-495-6747 info@hrnorth.ca 100 Main St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 1A8 www.hrnorth.ca Physical Access: Unknown English Online matching tool matches qualified job seekers with employers Assist employers with Citizenship and Immigration s Express Entry system o LMIA forms completion assistance o Express Entry process guidance Direct recruiting through our partner agencies across Ontario to secure talent for Northern Ontario employers 28
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SERVICES March of Dimes Canada Phone: 705-498-6296 Fax: 705-498-6337 222 McIntyre St. W. Suite #310 North Bay, ON P1B 2Y8 www.marchofdimes.ca Employment Specialists help you set and reach your employment goals Acquired Brain Injury Services (They can be reached at 705-498-6296 ext. 21.) Home & Vehicle Modification program is not offered through our office but, can be accessed online or by calling 1-877-369-4867 Assistive devices program is also not offered through our office but can be accessed online or by calling 1-866-765-7237 Métis Nation Education and Training Phone: 705-474-2767 Fax: 705-474-9427 101 Worthington St. E., Suite #237 North Bay, ON P1B 1G5 www.metisnation.org Physical Access: Wheelchair Accessible English Career counseling Employment readiness training Wage subsidies Apprenticeship support Mobility assistance Self-employment Youth initiatives Services for clients with disabilities 29 28
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SERVICES North Bay & District Multicultural Centre Phone: 705-495-8931 Fax: 705-495-6747 info@nbdmc.ca 100 Main St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 1A8 www.nbdmc.ca Immigrant Settlement Assistance Job Search assistance Immigration applications Canadian Citizenship Preparations Community referrals Helping newcomers adjust to life in Northern Ontario through matching with volunteers North Bay Indian Friendship Centre Phone: 705-472 2811 Fax: 705-472-5251 apatisiwin@nbifc.org 980 Cassells St. North Bay, ON P1B 4A6 www.nbifc.org Physical Access: Unknown English Wide range of education, training, and employment services and resources Financial assistance Counseling Referrals to other resources, and many other supports Cultural training / awareness 30
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SERVICES North Bay Military Family Resource Centre Employment and Education Services Coordinator: Pamela Lennips Phone: 705-494-2011 Ext. 2053 39 Sterling Ave. Hornell Heights, ON P0H 1P0 www.familyforce.ca/sites/northbay/en/pages/default.aspx North Bay MFRC Physical Access: Unknown Assistance with cover letter, resume writing Resource area with library, computers, job board, printers, fax and photocopier Access to job bank, education and training opportunities Referrals to community partners for employment related workshops, practice firms and small business startup Service Canada Canada Place, Suite 102 107 Shirreff Ave. North Bay, ON http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/ Job Bank helps you find jobs across Canada and has listings that are updated daily Canadian Heritage Information Network allows you to search for jobs in museums and the heritage sector. jobs-emplois.gc.ca is the official website for all Government of Canada jobs open to Canadians outside the public service Office of Literacy and Essential Skills offers tools to help individuals assess and develop essential skills for the workplace. Users can also search more than 300 occupational profiles to learn what skills are needed for a particular job Employment and Social Development Canada supports several employment programs to help unemployed and underemployed Canadians, including those facing barriers to employment CanLearn offers tips and tools on planning and financing your continuing education Connecting Canadians with Available Jobs (CCAJ) initiative will help unemployed people receiving Employment Insurance (EI) regular or fishing benefits stay connected with available jobs that match their skills and are in their local area, and will provide them with the additional support to help them find work Social Insurance Number Application For a complete listing and more information about programs offered, please visit http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/ 31
EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING SERVICES True Self Employment & Training Eligibility: Women 16 years of age & older who are survivors of domestic violence Phone: 705-474-4058 Fax: 705-474-7436 info@trueself.ca 239 Main St. E. Second Floor 200 McIntyre St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 1B2 www.trueself.ca Physical Access: Accessible elevator at rear of building from Oak street English Needs Determination Assessment Help in Accessing Community Resources Help creating a Return to Work/ Training Action Plan Connect job seekers with potential employers Job maintenance and stability supports Follow-Up with employees and employers Computer Training Programs & pre-employment / self development workshops Peer Support Services Individualized work and training plans tailored to participant needs Access to Elders on a regular basis Yes Employment Services 32 Phone: 705-476-3234 Fax: 705-476-9302 info@yesnorthbay.com 149 Main St E. North Bay, ON P1B 1A9 www.yesnorthbay.com Information on local training and employment Job Search assistance & assistance creating a Return to Work/ Training Action Plan Matching skills and interests of job seeker with employers Additional coaching and mentoring to maintain employment or complete training Summer Jobs Service assists students in finding summer employment & offers hiring incentive to employer Summer Jobs for Youth project Ontario Disability Support Program Apprenticeship Scholarship & Employer Signing Bonus Community Service Orders programs provide placements and monitoring services Direct Accountability Program Extra-judicial Sanctions & Youth Justice Committee
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SELF-EMPLOYMENT SERVICES The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound Phone: 705-474-0400 P.O. Box 360 200 McIntyre St. E. North Bay, Ontario P1B 8H8 www.thebusinesscentre-nps.com One-on-one consultations Business plan assistance Market research Mentoring and networking opportunities Internet and computer access for business research & planning Professional advisor referrals Import and export information Youth programming Coaching for Success program Business development training Economic Partners Sudbury East - Nipissing West Inc. Phone: 705-753-5450 or Toll Free: 1-866-448-4478 30 Front Street Unit A Sturgeon Falls, ON P2B 3L4 www.economicpartners.com Physical Access: Unknown - Please call first Community economic planning and development Access to capital for small businesses Business counseling, services, and resources 34
SELF-EMPLOYMENT SERVICES NECO - Community Future Development Corporation Phone: 705-476-8822 or Toll Free: 1-888-476-8822 Fax: 705-495-6038 neco@vianet.on.ca 240 First Ave. W. North Bay, ON P1B 3C1 neco.on.ca Physical Access: Unknown - Please call first Business Development Services Term loans, loan guarantees, and equity investments to new and existing businesses for business start-up or business expansion Community Development FedNor s Community Economic Development (CED) Unit assists northern and rural communities to strengthen and diversify their local economies through the Community Futures Program and other initiatives of FedNor and Industry Canada that support economic development at the community level Community Futures organizations work with community partners, and support a network of Community Futures Development Corporations (CFDCs), which serve most of rural and Northern Ontario 35
Disability Support Services 36 36
DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES Canadian Hearing Society Employment Services Phone: 705-474-8090 Fax: 705-474-6075 info@chs.ca 140 King St. W., Unit #7 North Bay, ON P1B 5Z7 www.chs.ca Physical Access: Unknown English, ASL, and some French and LSQ Job search challenges related to hearing loss Career planning Resumé and cover letter services Leads and referrals to potential job opportunities Interview preparation Interpreter or live translation of speech to text (CART) services for interviews Assistive technology and communication devices such as TTYs (text telephones) Identification and implementation of workplace accommodations for a barrier-free work environment Communication workshops to your co-workers Help finding solutions to communication barriers Northeastern Literacy Program offers Literacy & basic skills training American sign language classes Community Living North Bay Employment Services Phone: 705-476-3280 Ext. 229 Fax: 705-476-6918 741 Wallace Rd. North Bay, ON P1A 0E6 www.communitylivingnorthbay.org Opportunities for adults with an intellectual disability to learn new skills and attain employment Assists candidates with developing a resume Screens potential employers to ensure equal opportunity and accommodation Interview set-up and attendance (if required) Job coaching and support The Home Style Café is a full service restaurant/cafeteria and catering business that provides transferable skills training 37
DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES Disability Employment Opportunities Centre Phone: 705-494-4774 mlabreche@deoc.ca 351 Ferguson St. North Bay, ON P1B 1X1 www.deoc.ca ; Assistive devices and technology available Assistance with co-developing a return to work action plan by identifying strengths, interests and values Cover letter and resumé writing assistance Connections with potential employers Interview preparation Assistance with maintaining employment Job seeker support group for people to meet and share job leads and interview tips, as well as to network Various job readiness workshops March of Dimes Canada Phone: 705-498-6296 Fax: 705-498-6337 222 McIntyre St. W. Suite #310 North Bay, ON P1B 2Y8 www.marchofdimes.ca Employment Specialists help you set and reach your employment goals Acquired Brain Injury Services (They can be reached at 705-498-6296 ext. 21.) Home & Vehicle Modification program is not offered through our office but, can be accessed online or by calling 1-877-369-4867 Assistive devices program is also not offered through our office but can be accessed online or by calling 1-866-765-7237 38
DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca Phone: 705-476-2293 or 1-800-668-8555 Fax: 705-495-1373 222 Main St. E. North Bay, ON P1B 1B1 www.thefamilyhelpnetwork.ca Autism Intervention Program (IBI) Behaviour Communication Therapy (BCT) School Support Program Child and Youth counseling Home-Based Services School Mental Health Brief Services (including Walk-In Counseling Clinic). North Community Network of Specialized Care Developmental Services Ontario North East Region (DSO-NER) Passport Program One Kids Place Phone: 705-476-5437 Fax: 705-474-0127 400 McKeown Ave. North Bay, ON P1B 0B2 www.onekidsplace.ca Physical Access: Unknown English Range of individualized services to help children and their families with physical, developmental and communication delays and disabilities Physiotherapy Occupational therapy Speech therapy Therapeutic recreation Social work services 39
For more information about any of these employment and community service providers, please contact them or visit them online. Please keep in mind that these are a selection of some of the providers in the Nipissing District only. For a complete listing of community services in Canada, please visit www.211.ca
This Employment Ontario project is funded by the Ontario Government.