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Webinar: The Economic Impact of COVID-19

| Economic Planning Board
Region:
Canada
Start Date:
Thursday, March 19, 2020
Start Time:
8:00pm - 9:00pm ET
End Date:
Thursday, March 19, 2020
Location:
Webinar

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected markets and labour regulations across the country. We invite you to the first interactive webinar on Thursday March 19 for a general economic update on the impact of COVID-19, including important labour-related information for business owners and employees. 

Speakers include:

  • Brett House, Vice-President and Deputy Chief Economist, Scotiabank
  • Gabriel Joshee-Arnal, Lawyer, Labour and Employment Law, Neuman Thompson

Ali Shivji, Honorary Secretary, Aga Khan Economic Planning Board for Canada, will moderate.

Event Update: Given an increased interest for tonight's webinar, we will also be live streaming at iicanada.org/live. Should you experience any difficulties logging on to the webinar, we request that you join us on the live stream. Those interested in participating in the discussion or in asking a question are requested to email epb.webinar@iicanada.net.

  Register for the Webinar online  

  Click here to Watch the Live Stream  

 

 

Important Information for Business Owners, Investors and Employees

| Economic Planning Board
Region:
Canada
Published Date:
Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Small business owners, employees and members of the Jamat can access important resources related to COVID-19. 

iCanCode Application Assessment

ECONOMIC PLANNING BOARD FOR ONTARIO

iCanCode Application Assessment

Thank you for applying to iCanCode, and congratulations for making it to the next step of the application process, which is the assessment below. Please allocate around 2 hours of your time to complete this assessment by answering ALL questions. Good Luck! Please complete this application by 14:00 (EST) on Saturday, March 28.

About this Program

MANDATORY PROJECT WORK - All participants in iCanCode must be able to come up with their own idea of a project, and they will continue building till the end of this course and eventually have their idea in the form of a web application. Therefore the Candidates are required to complete projects after completion of every area (i.e. HTML, CSS, JS, Java, etc.).

Your Introduction

150 or more words required

First HTML Page Questions

Please watch this video before attempting any of the questions in this section.

Logical-Numerical Reasoning

Please choose the best answer for each of the following questions in this section.

Logical-Verbal Reasoning

Please choose the best answer for each of the following questions in this section.

Logical-Letter Reasoning 

Please choose the best answers to complete the following letter patterns in this section.

Research Questions

The following two questions will require you to do your own research online and to answer them based on your own understandings. All solutions must be submitted in your own words.  

Q1) What is the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)? Please explain each phase of the SDLC. (100 words or more required) 

100 or more words required

2) For each of the following SDLC methodologies, please explain what each one is as well as the main advantages/disadvantages of each. After, please explain which of the following methodologies do you think is the best one to use and why? (200 words or more required)

  • Prototype
  • Waterfall
  • V Model
  • Iterative
  • Spiral
  • Lean 
  • Agile
  • DevOps 
200 or more words required

Challenge Questions

In the following two hypothetical challenge questions, you are required to clearly explain your answers and justify all steps and assumptions you have made to reach a potential conclusion. A final result or a working program is NOT required in your solutions, but you will be evaluated on the methodologies you come up with to arrive at a solution. These two questions are meant to challenge your critical thinking skills as well as your ability to come up with innovative solutions. While there is no right or wrong answer for most of it, you are expected to come up with a well justified solution for each of the two questions.

Q1) Please watch this video before attempting to answer this question. You are asked by your professor to design an algorithm to display all prime numbers between 0 to 1000. In 100 words or more, please describe how you will go about doing this? You are NOT required to determine all prime numbers, but you must justify a solution for determining these prime numbers whilst making use of the concepts presented in the video. (Hints: Using the modulo mathematic operation (%) may be helpful, as this calculates the remainder of any short division operation (i.e. 8 % 2 = 0 ; 11 % 3 = 2). Also a prime number is any number that is only divisible by both itself and one).

100 or more words required
Q2) In a hypothetical situation: In order to limit congestion and pollution on a daily basis in city of Toronto, the Premier of Ontario has decided to impose tolls on all cars/vans entering and operating within the City of Toronto (like the Congestion Charge in London, England). As the Minister of Transportation, you are tasked with implementing a system to collect tolls from ALL vehicles, which must be cost friendly (for the government), decreases congestion, be efficient, and be environmentally friendly. In 150 words or more, you are required to come up with a solution for a Toronto Congestion Charge system that meets all the above criteria. You must also take into account the following in your solution: 1) How are you going to count the number of vehicles? 2) All Resources required (i.e staff, infrastructure, etc) 3) How to account for counting errors (ie double, missed, or incorrect counting)? 4) How to bill customers, and how to reach/contact them? 5) Have customers paid and what to do if they have or haven't 6) What potential issues are there with your solution and how you would account for them? 
150 or more words required

Please Note That:

1) Candidates who do not complete nor spend sufficient time with this assessment may no longer be considered for a placement in this program, but can re-apply in the next phase. Successfully completing this assessment will allow you to properly demonstrate that you are willing to put in the required time and effort towards completing this course.
2) Candidates who cannot sufficiently complete the projects will be removed from the course, but will be allowed to apply in the next phase.
3) Candidates who are not interested in learning any of the above technical skills should not apply to this program.

Please click Submit to complete the application process. If there are errors upon submitting the application (which cannot be corrected by you), please submit your answers to the application questions to epb.ontario@iicanada.net.

RBC and NextGen present MEÆT: The Future

Economic & Financial Planning | Community Relations
Region:
Edmonton
Start Date:
Monday, June 1, 2020
Start Time:
12:00 PM ET

Present your pitch at RBC and NextGen's MEÆT: The Future - a micro-funding event for Edmontonians working to make YEG better. 

If you are age 18-40 and have a great idea that would have a positive impact on the future of Edmonton, then apply to pitch your idea to engaged Edmontonians at the MEÆT: The Future event. If your pitch gets the most audience votes, you will walk away with a portion of ticket sales and $2,500 provided by RBC.

Apply using this link.

Do you have an idea for a pitch, but need help developing it? Email Anis Umedali at anis.umedali@iicanada.net.

Tax Clinic

Economic & Financial Planning | Council for the Prairies
Region:
Prairies
Start Date:
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Start Time:
6:30 p.m.
Location:
Franklin Jamatkhana
Start Date:
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Start Time:
6:30 p.m.
Location:
Franklin Jamatkhana
Start Date:
Sunday, April 5, 2020
Start Time:
10:00 a.m.
Location:
Franklin Jamatkhana
Start Date:
Sunday, April 12, 2020
Start Time:
10:00 a.m.
Start Date:
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Start Time:
10:00 a.m.
Location:
Franklin Jamatkhana
Start Date:
Sunday, April 26, 2020
Start Time:
10:00 a.m.
Location:
Franklin Jamatkhana
Tax clinics will be offered at Franklin Jamatkhana Social Hall as follows:
  • March 18: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
  • March 25: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
  • April 5: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • April 12: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • April 19: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
  • April 26: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
 
Required information for each individual requesting a tax return to be completed: 
  • Valid government-issued photo identification
  • Name, address, phone number, Social Insurance Number, date of birth
  • Details of all places of residences in 2019
 
Required supplementary documentation:
  • Copy of last year’s tax return
  • Notice of Assessment
  • T4 slips (including any T4As)
  • RRSP contribution receipts
  • Charitable donation contribution receipts
  • T3s (investment income), T5007
  • T5s (interest income)
  • Medical expense receipts
  • Investment transactions
  • Interest income must be less than $1,000
  • T2202A Tuition Certificate, if attending university or college. This will need to be printed from the university/college website

 

Tax Returns will not be prepared for:

  • Self-employed individuals
  • Individuals who report capital gains/losses
  • Individuals who have business/rental income
  • Individuals who have earned over $1,000 in interest income
  • Individuals who report employment expenses
  • Deceased persons tax returns
  • Individuals who have filed for bankruptcy
  • Non-residents of Canada

Free Finance Courses with Credit Dojo

| Economic Planning Board
Region:
Canada
Published Date:
Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Being fiscally fit stems from having a solid financial education. Financial literacy is a broad term referring to several areas such as personal finance and money management. From making smart credit choices, to budgeting and getting out of debt, there is a lot of information out there that can lead you astray. Credit Dojo gives you easy-to-understand and fun lessons that improve your ability to manage finances. 
 
Learn more.

Home Depot Job Fair: several locations across Edmonton

Economic & Financial Planning | Economic Planning Board
Region:
Edmonton
Start Date:
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
Start Time:
6:00 PM
Location:
Several Home Depot locations across Edmonton and area

Several Home Depot locations across Edmonton and area will have a Job Fair on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Those who are interested, please visit https://careershomedepot.ca/events.php and search "Edmonton" to see locations and what to bring.

Holistic Economic Planning in Afghanistan

| Economic Planning Board
Region:
Canada
Published Date:
Friday, February 28, 2020

Improving quality of life requires a multifaceted-approach, of which economic empowerment represents an important piece. If an  individual or community is empowered economically this can result in having access to better education, health, safety, an enabling environment, and desired working and living conditions.  

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Supporting Careers of Your Choice: Funding Options Information Session

Economic & Financial Planning | Economic Planning Board
Region:
Edmonton
Start Date:
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
Start Time:
8:15 PM
Location:
Council for Edmonton Office

Members of the Jamat who wish to explore different career choices or need information on various funding sources, are invited to attend Supporting Careers of Your Choice on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at 8:15 p.m. at the Council for Edmonton office. 

The primary objectives of the session are to:

  • Assist members of the Jamat with careers and programs of their choice.
  • Provide information on various funding sources available.
  • Share current Vocational Training opportunities that are fully funded.

Those who would like to attend, are kindly requested to email epb.edmonton@iicanada.net and share this unique opportunity with others who may benefit.

Speaker for Financial Literacy Series - EPB Ontario

Economic Planning Board
Region:
Toronto
Published Date:
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Category:
Professional/Technical
Duration:
Temporary

The Economic Planning Board (EPB) for Ontario is looking for a speaker for its Financial Literacy Series. 

For more information and to apply, please click here.​

Program Assistant - Skills and Employment Program for Ontario

Economic Planning Board
Region:
Toronto
Published Date:
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Category:
Professional/Technical
Duration:
Temporary

The Economic Planning Board (EPB) for Ontario is looking for a Program Assistant for the Skills and Employment Program (SEP) for Ontario. 

For more information and to apply, please click here.

Wills and Estate Planning Seminar

Register Now
| Economic Planning Board
Region:
British Columbia
Start Date:
Thursday, February 27, 2020
Start Time:
8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Location:
Ismaili Centre, Vancouver

Regardless of your age or financial situation, a proper will and estate plan can reduce the taxes and expenses of an estate, simplify the transfer of assets to the next generation, and help ensure that beneficiaries are protected. Join us after Jamati Ceremonies the Ismaili Centre, Vancouver on Thursday, February 27, 2020 from 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for an informative session that will cover the basics of wills, power of attorney, representation agreements and more.

Register Now

Wills and Estate Planning Seminar

Please join us on:

Date:

Thursday, February 27th, 2020

Time:

8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Venue:

Ismaili Centre, Vancouver

 

Node Reference: 
Wills and Estate Planning Seminar

Edmonton Job Opportunities

Economic & Financial Planning | Economic Planning Board
Region:
Edmonton
Start Date:
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Start Time:
1:00 PM

Looking for Work? Here is a listing of companies hiring and websites to help you find summer jobs and permanent employment opportunities in Edmonton.

Ace Vegetation Control Service
http://www.acevegetation.com/students/
Recruiting students and graduates for summer opportunities. ACE offers students in Forestry, Agriculture and Environmental Studies invaluable experience that can lead to greater opportunities after university.

Altus Group Limited
https://www.altusgroup.com/careers
Altus Group Limited, headquartered in Canada, is a leading provider of independent advisory services, software and data solutions to a global commercial real estate industry.

Business Link Events
https://businesslink.ca/events/
Business Link is a non-profit organization that helps people navigate the steps toward starting their own businesses. They provide one-on-one support and guidance, market research, access to experts, training, networking opportunities, and specialized support for Indigenous entrepreneurs.
Live webinars are held most Fridays, accessible online from anywhere.
In-person learning and events are held in Edmonton and Calgary.

CBI Home Health
https://www.cbi.ca/careers
CBI Health Group is Canada's largest provider of integrated community healthcare. We are currently hiring for Healthcare Aides, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Community Support Workers, and LPN students and graduates for casual opportunities as HCAs.

Cintas Canada Ltd.
https://www.cintas.com/careers/
Cintas leads the industry in supplying corporate identity uniform programs, providing entrance and logo mats, restroom supplies, promotional products, first aid, safety, fire protection products and services, and industrial carpet and tile cleaning. Recruiting students and graduates for part-time and full-time opportunities, including management trainees, and interns.

Covenant Health
https://careers.covenanthealth.ca/
As a major service provider within Alberta's integrated healthcare system, we are committed to serving people of all faiths, cultures and circumstances according to our values: compassion, respect,collaboration, social justice, integrity and stewardship. Recruiting students and graduates for jobs in nursing, general support, allied health and administration.

Diversified Staffing Services
https://www.diversifiedstaffing.com/job-seekers/
Diversified Staffing Services (DSS) is an Alberta owned and operated company with invaluable experience in Staffing, Recruitment and Payroll Services that allow us to offer the best solutions to our clients and give back to the communities that we service and live in. Recruiting students and graduates for a variety of positions including, but not limited to, HR, accounting, sales/marketing, administration, and vacation coverage.

DNE Resources
https://www.dneresources.com/opportunity/openings/
DNE Resources is an international energy brokerage firm providing our clients with a clear, simple and controlled way to manage their energy cost. Recruiting students and graduates for positions as sales representatives.

Enterprise Rent a Car
https://careers.enterprise.ca/
Enterprise is a multi-billion dollar industry leader; we can offer you more than a chance to succeed. This is where you can thrive. Our environment's energetic, our people are motivated and our career paths can take you where you want to go. Recruiting students and graduates for full-time and seasonal positions, including Management Trainees.

GardaWorld
https://jobs.garda.com/
GardaWorld is a global leader in the security industry, offering a wealth of opportunity to individuals looking to gain experience and develop professionally in a growing industry. Recruiting students and graduates for part-time, full-time, and seasonal opportunities including security guard, and loss prevention worker.

PepsiCo Canada
https://www.pepsicojobs.com/main/northamerica/canada
PepsiCo Canada employs nearly 10,000 Canadians and is organized into two business units PepsiCo Beverages Canada, which includes brands such as Pepsi, Gatorade and Tropicana; and PepsiCo FoodsCanada, which includes Frito Lay Canada and Quaker. Recruiting students and graduates for part-time, full-time and post-graduate opportunities.

Robert Half Canada
https://www.roberthalf.ca/en/looking-for-a-job
At Robert Half we're committed to helping people find the right career fit, and work happy every day in the fields of finance, accounting, office and administration as well as technology and IT. Follow us at @RobertHalf_CAN
Recruiting students and graduates for part-time, full-time and seasonal opportunities.

Sherwin Williams
https://jobsearch.sherwin.com/
Here, there's no one path to success. We encourage our employees to bring their energy and unique perspective each new day. We believe in careers that grow with you and open up new opportunities. Recruiting students and graduates for roles as sales associates, delivery drivers, assistant store managers, and interns.

Simons
http://www.simonscareers.ca/en/
Hiring for new Londonderry location.

Super Save Group
https://supersave.ca/careers/
Super Save Group has an opportunity available for safety minded Class 5 drivers to join our Edmonton team. This position is physically demanding.
Must pass Drug & Alcohol Testing prior to employment. Minimum 5 years driving experience required. Recent 5 year commercial and personal driving abstract will be required along with your resume.

Xpera Risk Mitigation & Investigations
https://xpera.ca/Company/Careers
Xpera is Canada's premier national provider of Risk Mitigation & Investigation. We provide innovative solutions that reduce risk, minimize loss and increase human safety, enabling our clients to function at their fullest potential. Recruiting students and graduates for project-based roles.

Edmonton Job Fair at Terwillegar Rec Centre

Economic & Financial Planning | Economic Planning Board
Region:
Edmonton
Start Date:
Friday, March 6, 2020
Start Time:
5:00 PM
Location:
Terwillegar Rec Centre (2051 Leger Rd NW, Edmonton)

Looking for work or a new career?

Meet potential employers at a job fair on Friday, March 6, 2020 at 5-7p.m. at the Terwillegar Rec Centre (2051 Leger Road NW).

Registration details at: https://business.edmontonchamber.com/events/details/job-fair-681