The task of hiring temporary foreign workers can be very stressful and problematic for many businesses today. Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker program usually involves lengthy processing times and rigorous requirements for applications for Labour Market Opinions (“LMOs”) from Service Canada. This webinar will educate participants on the application process and the necessary steps required to meet all regulations related to employing temporary foreign workers. Current changes to the LMO process and Employer Compliance Reviews will be examined in detail.

How Will You Benefit:

• Expedite the process of hiring temporary foreign workers
• Proactively manage immigration needs for your company & for the foreign worker

What You Will Learn:

• When is a Labour Market Opinion Required
• What is a “substantially the same assessment”
• What is a “recruitment assessment”
• What are Employer Compliance Reviews and how to prepare for them
• Implications and the consequences for failing to demonstrate compliance with Labour Market Opinion Reviews

Details:

Facilitator: Evan Green LLB, Green & Spiegel LLP 

Date: Wednesday, June 19th, 2013

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. EST

Cost: $59.99 plus tax

To attend this webinar please complete the REGISTRATION FORM and email it to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or fax to (905) 709-3815. For further information please call (905) 709-1236 ext 101

Win Results focuses on developing effective negotiation skills for Managers and/or Employees and providing them with the tools and techniques for achieving ‘win – win ‘results. This presentation will assist participants in identifying conflicts and learning how to get better results in negotiations. Real-life examples and/or short case studies will be incorporated into the Webcast to ensure they are “value-added” learning experiences.

This presentation will distinguish between the different styles of negotiation along with the tactics that accompany each approach. There will also be discussion about the importance of understanding your own negotiation style along with the other party. After which, we will review a negotiation model that outlines the various elements in a ‘win – win’ negotiation. Participants will be exposed to various negotiation tools and they will learn how to deal with unfair tactics in a negotiation.

Through the presentation, the elements of the ‘win – win’ negotiations process will be reviewed including both the substantive and procedural aspects. The concluding section will reinforce how all the elements fit together. Ultimately, participants will gain a greater awareness of the benefits of ‘win – win’ negotiations, specifically the importance of achieving one’s objectives while, at the same time, cultivating the relationship with the other party or parties.

 “Negotiation is a basic means of getting what you want from others.”

                                                                          -       Roger Fisher and William Ury

What Will You Learn

•  enhance your ability to lead, participate in, or assist others in an effective negotiations process
• recognize the different types of styles that may be utilized in a negotiation
• understand your own negotiation style and how to recognize the other party’s style
• leverage tools and techniques for developing effective negotiation skills
• pro-actively respond to unfair negotiation tactics employed by the other parties during a negotiation
• achieve the most effective results in negotiation while cultivating the relationship with the other party

Details:

Event: CGA Peel Chapter Presentation

Facilitator: Jordan Rodney

Date: Wednesday, June 19th, 2013

Time: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Location: Brampton Golf Club

In this webinar, HR expert and Employment Lawyer, Jordan Rodney will discuss the importance of taking care of the 'people-side' of the business from a legal perspective. Leaders need to be equipped with the knowledge and tools to reduce legal costs and minimize the risk of third party employee complaints and/or lawsuits arising from workplace issues.  
 
This webinar will provide participants with an overview of typical workplace issues along with practical tips when faced with them. Examples of modules reviewed in this webinar include: the importance of legislative compliance, the do's and don'ts in recruitment and selection, the importance of effective performance management, accommodation issues and termination best practices.   
 
Participants will also be provided with a brief review of key legislative developments from 2012/2013 and how these changes impact their organization.

Participants will learn....
•    The latest developments in Ontario's workplace landscape  
•    A review of the rights and obligations of employers and employees
•    Tools and tips to assist your organization to minimize your legal fees and stay out of court!  

Details:

Facilitator: Jordan Rodney, President of MaxPeoplePerform

Date: Wednesday, August 14th, 2013

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. EST

Cost: $59.99 plus tax

If you want to attend please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us at (905)709-1236.

This program will provide participants with an understanding of the Six Thinking Hats® methodology developed by Dr. Edward de Bono as well as an opportunity to reflect on the impact your thinking approach has on the way you work with others.

Six Thinking Hats® is an important and powerful creative problem solving technique. It is used to look at decisions from a number of important perspectives. This forces people to move outside their habitual thinking style, and helps them get a more rounded view of a situation.

You will have an opportunity to reflect on your experience and draw lessons that you can apply back on-the-job.

How You Will Benefit:

• Acquire skills to help solve problems creatively
• Be better equipped to manage team meetings
• Learn how to brainstorm for innovation
• Develop skills on how to build team synergy

What You Will Learn:

• How to look at a situation from multiple important perspectives
• How to help your team identify their challenges when working together
• Respectful ways to collaboratively develop innovative solutions to business needs
• Methods of becoming a better problem solver through brainstorming

This half day session will be held September 19, 2013 from 9am-12pm at 39 Centre St, Thornhill, Ontario

Total Cost $385.00+HST (includes breakfast and materials)

Max Capacity 8 participants

Please call (905) 709-1236 x105 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to reserve your session now!!

This session will teach Managers, Directors and Owners the importance of effectively managing the performance of their employees and how these practices will enable their people to become more productive, engaged and effective in their workplaces.

Managers, Directors and Owners will learn about the key elements of performance management and the steps for success.  They will gain helpful tips for delivering effective feedback, surfacing performance issues and dealing with difficult performance issues, when required.  They will also be presented with a roadmap which provides guidance on how to conduct the annual performance review with confidence and in a manner that is beneficial for all parties involved.

Objectives:
 
At the end of this session, you will know how to:

1.    Prepare for, manage and follow-up on a successful performance discussion;
2.    Increase your employees level of engagement and job success;
3.    Capitalize on your employees strengths and overcome their developmental areas;
4.    Identify your own pitfalls and barriers to effectively managing the performance of your staff;
5.    Utilize effective communication techniques to empower others;
6.     Understand the root of performance issues and deal with these issues pro-actively before they escalate.

Details:

Facilitator: Jordan Rodney, President of MaxPeoplePerform

Date: Wednesday, October 2nd, 2013

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. EST

Cost: $59.99 plus tax

If you want to attend please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us at (905)709-1236.

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Details:

Facilitator: Jaymie Bongard, co-founder of Independent Financial Concepts Group Ltd.

Date: Wednesday, November 20th, 2013

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. EST

Cost: $59.99 plus tax

If you want to attend please contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us at (905)709-1236.