Business and Education Partnership

We empower youth to explore and prepare for the world of work in partnership with their parents, educators and our local workforce.

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The BEP is no longer active on this platform. We look forward to connecting with you via:
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@wrdsb Our next event is focused on Careers in the Skilled Trades! https://t.co/pww0BApiVl

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Exciting news! We have been nominated for the Community Collaboration Award and Organization of the Year (Under 10 Employees) by the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce. A huge thank you to everyone who nominated us and the staff and volunteers who make all that we do possible.

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Our Fall newsletter came out today!
Not on our list? Subscribe and check out our latest newsletter here: https://t.co/E8jkCUKlDv

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Our amazing community partner Mike Stork is stepping up to match all donations made between September 1st and October 31st, 2024—up to $15,000!

Ready to make a difference? Visit https://t.co/B5kUFrWYNh to donate today. Let's work together for a brighter future

[CareerWise @careerwise_ca]

Leaving high school and deciding on a new path can be messy – but the chaotic nature of career development can excite students! @AnoMagnifico explores how to tap into students’ innate curiosity to help them access the joy of career discovery. https://t.co/t89eLpR8iD

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Our Women in Skilled Trades Peer Mentorship Group is meeting this Thursday, Sept 12! 🛠️

Whether you're in the trades, learning, or considering a career, join us to connect & build a supportive community. Register now: https://t.co/OD7IWjw1Qw

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Join our Speakers Bureau and let your career journey inspire students! While practical advice is valuable, it's the personal narratives that resonate most.
Discover more about our Speakers Bureau by visiting https://t.co/Mz9Hsejjw4

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Attn educators! Our Speakers Bureau is open for booking. Request a speaker for your class at https://t.co/Mz9HsejRlC. Free opportunity in Waterloo Region for career stories in various fields. #CareerStories #Teachers #RealLifeExperience

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Dr. Jon Callegher of Job Talks will share research on the emotional and experiential challenges facing young people today. Hear his 5 reasons for why working in the skilled trades is an ideal career option.

Free webinar for youth on Feb 21 at 6:30 PM:
https://t.co/t0ERBM4y74

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Join us at the Kitchener Public Library's Central Library on Tuesday March 5, 2024 between 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. for an interactive and engaging career event aimed at youth grades 7-12 and their caregivers.

Free registration:
https://t.co/XvZx6mtkpU

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✏️ It's exam week. To all the students out there, congrats, you're on the homestretch. And thanks to all the hardworking educators for leading another great semester!

Check out the upcoming events by the BEP:

https://t.co/POekhAhzZe

@WaterlooCDSB @wrdsb #waterlooregion

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Our Trades PD series hosted local educators as they toured Answer Precision Technologies in Kitchener. Trades PD features helps guidance counsellors to better advise students about the skilled trades.

Thanks to @StaeblerInsures for sponsoring.

https://t.co/MrWkm532vx

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PARENTS of Waterloo Region, is your child wanting to get into the trades?
LEARN:
- what makes a good job in ON
- benefits of the trades
- alternatives to university pathways

Register for our webinar feat speakers from @JobTalksCanada @wrdsb @WaterlooCDSB

https://t.co/bnrq2lgiT5

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The Trades PD series hosted 30 educators as they toured @ConestogaC Skilled Trades Campus and @ToyotaMfgCanada.

This series helps guidance counsellors in advising students about opportunities in skilled trades.

Thanks to @StaeblerInsures for sponsoring.

https://t.co/MrWkm532vx

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Thank you to @stubbesprecast for sponsoring The Business and Education Partnership of Waterloo Region and the Youth Creativity Fund!

Their support will go towards expanding the programs we offer to empower youth in preparing for the world of work.
https://t.co/9Qv4zEM2Qg

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Meet one of our volunteer speakers, James Villeneuve, Organizer/Marketing Rep for SMWIA 562

EDUCATORS, learn more about booking this volunteer speaker:
https://t.co/ydImb7MrZ4

#speakersbureau #waterlooregion #volunteer

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Congrats to Muhammad and Kean and their team at InQuisitive, great to see what you've done with the help of the #youthcreativityfund

Cambridge high school students create a free tutoring network https://t.co/b50zfzVgZG via @cambridge_today

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☃️ There's still time to get a speaker scheduled for your class

Meet one of our volunteer speakers, Sharda Moore, Mortgage Broker, @MtgAlliance

EDUCATORS, learn more about booking this volunteer speaker:
https://t.co/oBYhXU0qH2

#speakersbureau #waterlooregion #volunteer

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Scott Verhoeve, our has moved on to a new opportunity at Conestoga. Thank you for your excellent leadership!

April Albano has been named our new Executive Director. April has been a pivotal team member since 2022, most notably launching and leading the Youth Creativity Fund.