OPT Radio OPT Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides vocational training, continuing education, supported employment and recreation opportunities for adults who are living with additional challenges. Stay In TouchOptions, Pathways and Transitions publishes a quarterly newsletter to provide updates on the goings-on at OPT. Bookmark our blog for the most recent news.OPT: A TimelineIn Fall of 2007, a group of coworkers approached Family Services with a business plan to start up a new day program. For a full timeline of OPT's development click here .OPT's Team
The fall edition of the UFCW Canada Local 1869 Education brochure has been mailed to members. There are many courses available ranging from yoga, to cooking, to painting classes, as well as learning a new language to name a few. Please contact the UFCW Canada Local 1869 office for any questions or to register. Registration deadline for all courses is August 20.
Navigation MenuEPIC TO HOST CAFE FUNDRAISEREpic Opportunities will host its annual Café Fundraiser event on Thurs., Nov. 6 at the Victoria Inn in Winnipeg. The event is one of the primary fundraisers of Epic Opportunities with a goal of raising money for accessible housing for individuals with intellectual...read moreSTARTING A CONVERSATIONWhen members of the Epic Opportunities recruitment team got together earlier this year to discuss ways of better engaging members of the public at the various career fairs they attend they came up with an idea that fit to a T. Actually, EPIC CONSULTANT IS ON THE JOBKellie Thai's job could be likened to that of a tour guide.
The Manitoba Association of Architects (MAA) is a self-governing professional association, mandated by the Province of Manitoba under The Architects Act to regulate the practice of architecture in the province. In fulfilling its mandate, the MAA serves to protect the public interest and advance the profession of architecture. The MAA works with its membership and other stakeholders to establish high entry standards to the profession and maintain high standards of practice. Members are governed by strict principles of ethical and professional conduct, which are detailed in the MAA By-Laws and Code of Ethics. As well, the MAA has been a pioneer in Canada in establishing mandatory continuing education requirements for its membership.
Collective bargaining, pay on time, sick leave. Can you imagine a public sector employer that no longer cares about these things? Neither can we. Which is why the federal Conservatives' proposed changes to these and more should concern all of us. Whether it's bargaining better salaries and benefits for members, defending member grievances or advocating for better public policies, unions like PIPSC matter to you.We would like to update you on our new member engagement initiative, which is intended to help us work 'Better Together' and take up the difficult challenges we face.