Calendar
We offer a variety of employment, entrepreneurship and artist focused workshops and events that will help you become market ready and grow your business or career.
Workshops are facilitated by professional employment counsellors, business coaches and subject specialists. Find out what you can learn at YES and sign up for an event!
NEW! Ignite Your Venture with Futurpreneur, Catalyst 2030 and Grantful
Online / Remote , CanadaWhether you're seeking strategic advice, funding insights, or connecting with like-minded innovators, this session is a treasure trove for anyone ready to take their social enterprise to the next level.
NEW! Financing Options for Your Business (Hybrid Workshop)
YES Employment + Entrepreneurship 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor, Montreal, Quebec, CanadaGain invaluable insights into creating investment-worthy proposals, discover the right funding channels for your business, and unravel the mysteries of what investors are really looking for. Join us on this funding journey and turn your vision into a reality!
NEW! Breaking Down the Interview: How to Prepare and Answer for Success
Online / Remote , CanadaGain essential strategies for in-person, online, and phone interviews, enabling you to leave a positive and memorable impression on your interviewer. We’ll help you craft responses to the most common behavioral interview questions and master the STAR method, empowering you to articulate your experiences with clarity and relevance.
Jump Start Your Art + Financing Options (Online Workshop)
Online / Remote , CanadaThis workshop is the starting point for artists who are doing what they love but not quite making a living yet. We’ll outline the services and resources available to you at YES and from other arts organizations in the community, and touch upon key things to consider in building a career or business in the arts.
Career Decision Making and Self Assessment
Online / Remote , CanadaIn this session, you'll actively engage in self-assessment exercises to determine your professional values, interests, personality traits, skills, needs and wants. You'll then be guided on how to use decision trees, informational interviews, and pros and cons lists to make thoughtful decisions that will contribute to your career identity.
NEW! Insights & Inspirations: A Panel Discussion With Social Entrepreneurs
Online / Remote , CanadaDive deep into discussions about the nuances of social entrepreneurship, gather valuable insights on navigating the sector, and be inspired by the real-life experiences of those who have made significant strides in their ventures.
NEW! 9 Action Steps to Building a Successful Business (Online Workshop)
Online / Remote , CanadaJoin us for an interactive workshop that will help you answer all the tough questions about how you can jump-start your business the right way. Save both time and your precious budget by strategically planning and building your blueprint for success.
Contracts 101 For Artists
Online / Remote , CanadaThis workshop will help you to determine the key elements of a standard contract, to understand its drafting, and to become more familiar with the basics of its interpretation so you can better protect yourself, your art and your labour.
NEW! Fuel Your Job Search: Increase Your Motivation for Success!
Online / Remote , CanadaIn this session, you’ll learn how to craft effective strategies, employ motivational techniques and create a personalized, tailored action plan. Utilizing self-evaluation activities, you’ll define and clarify your goals and objectives, breaking free from the trap of decision-making paralysis.
NEW! Impact Bootcamp: Building Purpose-Driven Startups for a Sustainable Future
Online / Remote , CanadaOver four sessions, you’ll embark on a transformative journey from ideation to market strategies, all while keeping sustainability and ethical considerations at the forefront. This bootcamp will equip you with the tools to break down your big vision into straightforward ways to create, deliver and capture value. Join us in shaping a future where purpose-driven startups play a pivotal role in building a sustainable and impactful world.
ELLEvating Women Entrepreneurs (Workshop)
Online / Remote , CanadaAre you ready to join a supportive and inspiring community of women who will empower and ELLEvate you throughout your entrepreneurial journey? We’re thrilled to offer you the space to connect with like-minded women and explore the valuable resources and tools we provide specifically for women in business.
NEW! From Overwhelm to Clarity: Gaining Productivity and Getting Stuff Done!
Online / Remote , CanadaIn this interactive session, you’ll learn how to prioritize, break down daunting objectives into manageable tasks, maintain focus and stay on-track throughout your job search journey. This session will help you to gain clarity, create a roadmap to achieve your goals, and empower you to turn things around by creating and implementing effective action plans.