In this episode we talk with Jessica VanGeffen from Huron Perth Public Heath about their new Toolkit and other resources available for local businesses and employers. Also, stay tuned at the end of the episode for a special Thanksgiving wrap up.

For more information visit www.hpph.ca/workplace or call 1-888-221-2133

In this episode we talk with Aaron Rosland Ontario’s representative at the High Commission of Canada in London, UK about opportunities for local business to expand internationally and why now more than ever is a great time to explore this opportunity.

For more info on how the Trade and Investment Office can assist your company, click here.

In this episode we talk to Tine Buechler from the Conestoga Career Centre about their new Skilled Workers Sustainable Communities Initiative as well as other Job Matching and Apprenticeship programs for Perth County employers.

To reach the Career Centre, contact Christy Bertrand:

• Phone: 519-271-5700
• Email: cbertrand@conestogac.on.ca

In this episode we talk with Thea Symonds from Stop Violence Against Woman Perth County about their programs and initiatives, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

To reach Stop VAW Perth County:

• Website: stopvawperth.ca
• Email: stopvaw@wightman.ca
• 24-hour crisis line: 519-271-5550

In this episode we talk with Gemma Mendez-Smith from the Four County Labour Market Planning Board about the Connect2Skills Program helping to train job seekers and place them at in-demand positions locally.

To reach them:

• Website: www.planningboard.ca
• Phone: 1-888-774-1468
• Connect2Skills Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/connect2skillshuronperth

In this episode we talk to Leith Deacon from the University of Guelph about an exciting new study that is underway examining the impacts of COVID-19 on individuals in rural Perth County and Huron County.

To reach Leith, email: leith.deacon@uoguelph.ca

To view the survey, visit: https://linktr.ee/RURAL_RESPONSE

In this week's episode we chat with Antwayne Stewart from Immploy about the Job Matching Program and Mentorship Program. Find out more about how they can help your business find talent to fill open positions.

For more program information: www.immploy.ca or info@immploy.ca

In this episode we talk to John Nater, MP for Perth-Wellington about several support programs available for local businesses from the Federal Government.

For program information, visit: www.canada.ca/covid19

To reach John: 519-273-1400 or John.Nater@parl.gc.ca