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SUMMARY:Answering Artist Calls: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
DESCRIPTION:Answering Artist Calls: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them\n🎨 If you’re an emerging or mid-career artist trying to break through\, this is your chance to get noticed and learn how to answer artist calls and elevate your submissions successfully. This free online workshop will help you strengthen your application\, avoid common pitfalls\, and stand out in a competitive field. \n🗣️ Please note: This workshop will be presented in English only. \nCommon Mistakes in Artist Applications\n❌ From vague artist statements to disorganized portfolios\, many great artists get overlooked because of preventable mistakes. Learn how to identify and fix the most frequent errors that hinder applications. \nThings to Consider When Applying\n📋 We’ll explore how to interpret submission guidelines\, tailor your materials to each opportunity\, and present your work with clarity and professionalism. \nBonus Tips: What the Pop! 2026\n🌟 Planning to apply to the 2026 edition of What the Pop!? Get exclusive tips on how to make your application shine and align with the spirit of this exciting pop-up art series. \nFor more information about What the Pop and to send your application\, click here. \nGet Noticed: How to Successfully Answer Artist Calls\n❓ Bring your questions and get direct feedback from Caroline Gauthier\, Artist Business Coach at YES. \n🗓️ Date: Tuesday\, June 2\n🕙 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (EDT)\n💻 Format: Free online webinar (live-streamed) \n📩 Pre-registration is required. This workshop is available as an online\, live-streaming webinar only. Once you have registered\, you will receive an email with login instructions a few hours before the workshop starts. If you don’t see the email one hour before the start time\, please check your Spam or Junk folder. \n\nRegister Now!\n  \n*This free workshop is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/get-noticed-how-to-successfully-answer-artist-calls/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artists,Arts
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SUMMARY:French for the Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Improve Your French for Work – Join Our Online Course Today\n  \nAre you ready to improve your French for work and gain the language skills you need to thrive in a bilingual workplace? Whether you’re aiming to improve your reading\, writing\, speaking\, or listening\, this immersive program will help you grow your confidence and professionalism en français. \n\nWhy Join This Program?\nDesigned for high beginners and intermediate-level learners\, our French for the Workforce course is more than just grammar and vocabulary—it’s about real-world application. \nWhether you’re just entering the workforce or looking to advance your career\, this course is tailored to help you communicate clearly and effectively in French. \n\nUpcoming Sessions\nHigh Beginner Level\n\n📅 September 16 – October 9\, 2026\n🕘 Wednesdays & Fridays\, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM\n💻 Online via Zoom\n💰 $125 (8 sessions)\n\nAre you looking to improve your French communication skills\, increase your vocabulary\, and improve your grammar?\nIf so\, then this four-week course is for you! \nWhether you’re focusing on reading\, writing\, speaking\, or listening\, our French for the Workforce program is designed to help you succeed in professional settings. \nIn this interactive\, four-week virtual course\, you’ll:\n✅ Expand your vocabulary and grammar skills\n✅ Practice mock interviews and learn to answer “Tell me about yourself” with confidence\n✅ Improve your CV writing and business email communication\n✅ Gain hands-on experience for workplace meetings and job interviews \n  \nIntermediate Level\n\n📅 November 4 – December 4\, 2026 \n🕘 Wednesdays & Fridays\, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM\n💻 Online via Zoom\n💰 $145 (10 sessions)\n\nWant to feel more confident communicating in French at work?\nWhether you’re writing business emails\, participating in meetings\, or crafting a professional cover letter\, our French for the Workforce program is here to help you thrive in a bilingual workplace. \nIn this interactive\, five-week virtual course tailored for intermediate-level learners\, you’ll:\n✅ Strengthen your grammar and expand your vocabulary\n✅ Practice writing professional emails and cover letters\n✅ Boost your confidence in workplace conversations and meetings\n✅ Receive personalized feedback from both your instructor and peers \nBuild on your existing skills\, gain real-world practice\, and take your French to the next level—one professional interaction at a time. \nWhat to Expect\nEach session includes: \n\nGroup discussion and role play\nEmail and CV writing exercises\nInterview and meeting preparation\nGrammar\, conjugation\, and comprehension practice\n\nYou’ll also gain insight into using French keywords and terminology to strengthen your job applications. If you’re looking to improve your French for work\, this program offers the support and structure you need to succeed. \n  \nReady to Register?\nSpots are limited and registration is required. To ensure proper placement\, you’ll complete a brief written and oral evaluation. \n📞 Call 514-878-9788 or ✉️ email \n  \nMore Resources\nAdditionally\, we offer professional French translation services for your CV and cover letter.  \nFor more information about our services for job seekers\, click here. \nThis workshop is supported in part by the Community Empowerment Literacy Initiative (CELI). CELI is sponsored by TALQ in collaboration with Literacy Quebec and funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Skills for Success Program.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/improve-your-french-for-work-2/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Employment,Entrepreneurship,French,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:Jump Start Your Art + Financing Options
DESCRIPTION:  \nJump Start Your Art: Begin Your Journey to a Profitable Artistic Career\n  \nAre you ready to take your artistic passion to the next level and make a sustainable living from your creativity? Jump Start Your Art is the perfect workshop for artists who want to build a business or career around their talent but need guidance on how to get started. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn at Jump Start Your Art\nIn this free workshop\, we’ll introduce you to the essential tools\, resources\, and strategies for launching your artistic career. You’ll discover key services offered by YES and other arts organizations in the community\, as well as gain valuable insights into the arts industry. We’ll touch upon vital topics such as: \n\nIndustry Overview\nLearn about the arts industry landscape\, its challenges\, and opportunities for growth. \nMarketing and Promotion Tips\nUnderstand how to market your art effectively and reach a wider audience. \nBuilding Stakeholder Relationships\nDiscover the importance of cultivating relationships with galleries\, clients\, and collaborators. \nNavigating Funding and Grants\nGet essential tips on how to understand the funding landscape and write compelling grant proposals. \n\nPersonal Consultation for Artistic Growth\nAfter the workshop\, you’ll have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with an experienced artist coach who will help identify which services best suit your specific needs. Whether you’re a new artist or looking to grow your existing practice\, our artist coaching is designed to provide personalized guidance and actionable next steps. \nOne-on-One Artist Coaching\nA free 15-minute session with a YES Artist Coach is available for new clients to explore the services that can support your journey. Existing clients can use this time to address any small issues in their creative practice or business. \nPre-registration is required. Available as an in-person workshop. \n\nRegister Now\n  \nPlease Note: Those wishing to obtain artist coaching services are encouraged to attend this free workshop first.   \nOnce you have registered for the in-person workshop\, please arrive at the YES office\, located at 666 Sherbrooke Street West\, 7th floor\, 15–30 minutes before the workshop begins. \nTo learn more about our services for Artists\, click here. \nThis free workshop is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/jump-start-your-art-4/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:YES Employment + Entrepreneurship\, 666 Sherbrooke Street West 7th Floor\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H3A 1E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artists,Arts,Daytime
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SUMMARY:NEW! Learn@Lunch: Wherever You Go\, There You Are: Practical Tools for Neurodiverse Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:  \nPractical Tools for Neurodiverse Entrepreneurs to Build a Business That Works for You\nIf you are searching for practical tools for neurodiverse entrepreneurs\, this Learn@Lunch workshop offers real‑world strategies designed to support how you think\, work\, and create. Entrepreneurship promises flexibility and freedom\, but for many neurodiverse business owners\, challenges like overwhelm\, anxiety\, difficulty organizing\, or trouble following through can make success feel harder than it needs to be. \nThis online workshop focuses on working with your brain instead of against it. \nLearn@Lunch Online Workshop Details\nLearn@Lunch: Wherever You Go\, There You Are: Practical Tools for Neurodiverse Entrepreneurs\nThu\, Jun 18\, 2026\, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM\nOnline Workshop\nPresentation in English \nBuild a Business That Works With How You Think\nEntrepreneurship can offer freedom\, flexibility\, and the chance to build a work life that fits who you are. But starting your own business does not make challenges like overwhelm\, anxiety\, disorganization\, or difficulty following through disappear. For neurodiverse entrepreneurs\, those struggles can still show up every day and make success feel harder than it needs to be. \nThis workshop is designed to help you understand what may be holding you back and give you practical tools to move forward with more clarity and confidence. Rather than forcing yourself into systems that do not work for you\, you will learn strategies that support executive functioning\, reduce overwhelm\, improve organization\, and help you build a business in a way that is sustainable. \nWhy Practical Tools for Neurodiverse Entrepreneurs Matter\nWhen challenges like overwhelm\, anxiety\, or difficulty following through are left unaddressed\, they can slow progress and make entrepreneurship feel more exhausting than empowering — even when motivation is there. \nYou do not need to “push through” everything alone. With the right tools and support\, it is possible to work in a way that feels more manageable\, effective\, and aligned with how you function best. \nWhat You Will Learn in This Workshop\n\nidentify the patterns that are slowing you down\nlearn practical tools to improve focus\, planning\, and follow‑through\nexplore ways to manage anxiety and reduce overload\ncreate systems that work with your strengths\, not against them\nleave with a clearer plan for taking your next steps in business\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis workshop is for neurodiverse entrepreneurs\, artists\, freelancers\, and self‑employed creatives who want practical support\, greater clarity\, and a more sustainable way of working. \nSpeaker: Lynne Jank | Founder\, Neuro Momentum Coaching \nPre-registration is required. Take one smart step toward lasting personal wealth. \nRegister Now!\n\nAbout the speaker:\n\nAs a dyslexic adult herself\, Lynne is equally excited and concerned about the role that technology plays in our lives. While it is a great time to access support\, with AI rapidly expanding\, neurodivergent adults need support more than ever. With the increasing demands for literacy across all roles in society\, Lynne wants to ensure that those with learning differences continue to thrive. \n\nLynne’s goal is to ensure that you have the tools to overcome limitations and to empower you to build plans that work. Accommodations are not something people with disabilities require from others\, but rather the strategies that we employ ourselves to excel. \nAcademically\, Lynne completed her BA majoring in Psychology (Queen’s University\, 1999). She specialized in Child Psychology\, Development\, Reading Psychology\, and Mental Health. Lynne continued her studies in Social Work (McGill University\, 2003)\, where she expanded her clinical knowledge working with families\, trauma\, assessment\, and government systems. In 2023\, Lynne began graduate studies in Family Life Education\, further expanding her knowledge of group work. \nLynne has participated in extensive training in privacy and best practices in Indigenous and 2SLGBTQI+ support\, specializing in adversity and resilience in teens and young adults\, including those involved in the justice system and first‑generation college or university students. She has extensive training in Family Finding with Kevin Campbell\, Feedback‑Informed Therapy with Scott Miller\, and holds six Triple P Positive Parenting certifications for ages 0–18\, including Stepping Stones for children with special needs. Lynne also has significant experience presenting to both small and large groups\, including presenting casework at the Signs of Safety International Conference in 2019. \nLynne worked for 20 years in child protection\, where she witnessed trauma‑informed practice help children\, youth\, and parents overcome adversity and thrive. She always approaches problem‑solving from a trauma‑informed perspective\, ensuring that plans are supportive rather than overwhelming and focused on building confidence. Lynne’s endless enthusiasm is fueled by hard work and a passion for reading everything\, despite her dyslexia. For children and adults who feel knocked down\, she believes it is essential to consistently provide positive feedback to help build an inner voice that is positive\, solution‑focused\, and compassionate. \n\n  \n\nHow to Join: After you register\, you’ll receive an email with login instructions. If you haven’t received it an hour before the workshop\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nRegister Now!\n  \n*This free workshop is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/practical-tools-for-neurodiverse-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Daytime,ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Entrepreneurship,Virtual,Women Entrepreneurship
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Business Registration for Artists
DESCRIPTION:Demystifying Business Registration for Artists: Formalize Your Creative Business\n  \nAre you an artist looking to formalize your creative business but unsure where to start? Join our free workshop\, Demystifying Business Registration for Artists\, and gain the knowledge you need to take your art career to the next level. \n\nWhy Register Your Creative Business?\nWhether you’re a painter\, musician\, writer\, or any other type of creative\, understanding the business side of your craft is essential. This workshop will help you: \n\nUnderstand the distinctions between business registration\, incorporation\, and tax numbers.\nExplore the legal and accounting implications of each step.\nLearn about tax rates and obligations to ensure compliance.\n\n\nWhat You’ll Learn\nDuring this interactive workshop\, we’ll cover: \n\nBusiness Structures: Learn the differences between sole proprietorship\, partnerships\, and incorporation\, and what’s best for your art practice.\nTax Essentials: Get a clear understanding of tax obligations\, rates\, and how to obtain a tax number.\nKey Steps and Timelines: Discover what is mandatory\, what is optional\, and when to act.\n\n  \nWho Should Attend\nThis workshop is perfect for artists at any stage of their careers who want to: \n\nTransition from hobbyist to professional.\nEnsure their business meets legal and financial requirements.\nGain confidence in navigating the complexities of business registration.\n\n  \nSpeaker: Fei Huang\, Legal Information Officer \n\nReady to Take the Next Step?\nFormalizing your art business doesn’t have to be daunting. Register for Demystifying Business Registration for Artists today and start building a professional foundation for your creative career. \n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n  \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is available online. \nOnce you register for the online workshop\, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log in. If you haven’t received the email an hour before the workshop starts\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \nTo learn more about our services for Artists\, click here. \nThis low registration fee is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/demystifying-business-registration-for-artists/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Daytime,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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SUMMARY:NEW! Learn@Lunch: Employment Law and LGBTQ+ Rights in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Employment Law and LGBTQ+ Rights in the Workplace\nConfused about your workplace rights or unsure what to do if you experience discrimination? This free workshop: Employment Law and LGBTQ+ Rights in the Workplace is designed to help you understand your rights and take informed action. \nAbout the Workshop\nThe Legal Information Clinic at McGill (LICM)\, in collaboration with YES\, is pleased to host a free Just Info workshop on employment law\, with a focus on LGBTQ+ rights in the workplace and legal recourses in cases of discrimination. \nThis accessible and practical session provides general legal information on how employment law applies to workplace rights\, responsibilities\, and discrimination in Quebec. \nReserve your spot\nWho Should Attend?\nThis workshop is open to anyone interested in learning more about workplace rights and responsibilities. \n\nIndividuals who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community\nAllies\nStudents and early-career professionals\nAnyone interested in fostering more inclusive workplaces\n\nWhat You Will Learn\nUnderstand Your Workplace Rights\n\nEmployer obligations toward employees\nEmployee rights and responsibilities\n\nKnow Your Legal Options\n\nLegal recourses available to employees\nWorkplace discrimination and available protections\n\nWhy Attend?\nThis Employment Law and LGBTQ+ Rights in the Workplace workshop will help you better understand your rights and build awareness of equity and discrimination issues. \nYou’ll gain practical knowledge to navigate workplace challenges more confidently and contribute to creating more inclusive and respectful work environments. \nImportant Note\nThis workshop provides general legal information only and is not a substitute for legal advice. \nPre-registration is required. This workshop is presented in English and will be held online as a live-stream webinar. \nRegister Now!\n\nHow to Join: After you register\, you’ll receive an email with login instructions. If you haven’t received it an hour before the workshop\, please check your Spam/Junk folder. \n*This free workshop is only possible thanks to our generous funders and partners. \nTo learn more about our services for entrepreneurs\, click here.
URL:https://yesmontreal.ca/event/learn-lgbtq-workplace-rights/
LOCATION:Online / Remote\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Daytime,ELLEvate Women Entrepreneurs,Employment,Entrepreneurship,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="YES Employment + Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:info@yesmontreal.ca
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