Employment Opportunity: Building Caretaker, Generations Phase 1, Calgary

Designed to improve quality of life, the Generations Multi-Generational Housing and Community Centre campus includes independent senior housing in Phase 1, and designated supportive living and long-term care spaces for seniors in Phase 2. The mission of the Generations Campus is to create opportunities for elders to thrive within a culturally responsive multi-generational community. Generations staff must be committed to best in class care for the residents, and serve with compassion.

A dedicated, motivated, and passionate Building Caretaker is needed at Generations Phase 1, which is a 40-unit senior’s rental apartment building. They will be responsible for assisting in the basic maintenance and general upkeep of the grounds and building. Duties include the required maintenance of suites, completing paperwork, cleaning, small repairs, assisting in the rental of units, and engaging with residents. The Building Caretaker will deliver on Generation’s promise to provide a high level of customer service and a safe, clean, and dignified living experience for residents and visitors.

The application deadline is Sunday, November 15. To apply, please email your resume to generations.calgary@iicanada.net with the subject line: “Application - Building Caretaker Phase 1”.

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Volunteer Opportunity: Project Manager, Multi-Generational Housing

The Multi-Generational Housing initiative is looking for a vibrant Project Manager. The Project Manager will work under the aegis of the Strategic Plan Operationalization Committee, and establish and manage a project management office. They will plan and implement the building of infrastructure to drive exemplary care and joyful living, which is one of several key goals in the recently approved strategic plan for Generations.

For more information and to apply, please visit Opportunities To Serve.

Saving Money: Pay Yourself First

One method to save money for the future is to pay yourself first. This means setting aside money from your income before spending it on anything else. A convenient way to do this is setting up an automatic transfer to your savings account each month.

How much should you save? Some experts say 10% of your net income, if possible. If that doesn’t work for you, set a realistic target for yourself and stick to it. Every dollar brings you closer to your savings goal.

Visit iiCanada’s Financial Well-Being page for a comprehensive list of resources, tools, courses, and tips to build a strong and secure financial future.

Economic Update: Key Trends Shaping Canadian and International Economies

Date:
Thursday, October 22, 2020
Time:
5pm PT | 8pm ET

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to drive profound shifts in both the Canadian and international economies, it is imperative for leaders and organizations to understand the macroeconomic trends affecting their businesses.

This webinar will feature Deloitte Canada’s Chief Economist, Craig Alexander, for an in-depth discussion regarding the outlook for the Canadian economy and recovery scenarios. The discussion will address the latest developments shaping the Canadian and US economies, including economic growth, business investment, trade, and market activity.

Mr. Alexander will be joined by Deloitte Managing Partner, Jennifer Lee, who will lead a question & answer session. This will be an opportunity to hone in on how organizations can plan for their future, respond to macroeconomic trends affecting their businesses, and understand how changes in economic policy will impact them.

Sparking Your Intellect

Start Date:
Saturday, November 14, 2020
Start Time:
10am ET
End Date:
Sunday, November 15, 2020

Want to gain problem-solving, presentation, critical thinking and entrepreneurial skills? Spark 2.0 Case Competition is back for students in grades 9-12. 

Skills development and mentorship sessions will be provided. The competition will be held virtually from 10am to 6pm ET on Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15.

 

Teaching Children About Money

Providing children with opportunities to develop good financial habits will help them throughout their lives. Start now with tips and tools from the Government of Canada website and the iiCanada page: Understanding Your Finances. These sites include programs and resources to build a strong financial future.

Canadian Ismaili Business Directory Registration Form - v1

CANADIAN ISMAILI BUSINESS DIRECTORY - Supporting Jamati Business Owners

The Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Canada is pleased to invite all Ismaili Business owners to join the Canadian Ismaili Business Directory, hosted on our institutional website. The Business Directory will profile products and services offered by Ismaili business to members of the Jamat.

The platform will enable business owners to benefit from greater exposure to the Ismaili Community with users able to search for products and services across a wide spectrum of industries, products, services and geography.

This initiative will enable our community to continue to support one another by evaluating the option to purchase from jamati business owners. The Canadian Ismaili Business Directory will also benefit business owners who may wish to explore business to business market opportunities.

Take the first step to showcase your business and increase your reach to the wider community!

All business owners are encouraged to register through the form below.

Business Owner Information - Your personal information will not appear on your business profile.

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The Innovation Economy: Technology and Opportunities

The innovation economy is a key sector of current and future economic growth. It is a frequent topic of conversation, both in the media as well as broadly in society. Particularly important for the younger generation of our Jamat, knowledge of the innovation economy is critical when considering the future of work and career opportunities, as well as career planning.

Key questions:

  1. What is the trajectory of various emerging technologies and business models?
  2. What opportunities do these innovations create? What are the risks?
  3. How is COVID-19 affecting innovation?
  4. What are the implications for the future of work?
  5. How should one consider participating in the innovation economy – as an entrepreneur, a start-up employee, an investor / a venture capitalist, or in other ways?


Tune in to hear the views and perspectives of senior venture capitalists in Silicon Valley: Arif Janmohamed, a Partner at Lightspeed; Farouk Ladha, Founder of Four Rivers Group; and Todd Simpson, Partner at iNovia. The webinar will be moderated by Irfhan Rawji, Venture Partner at Relay Ventures.