Dear Colleagues,

Our December 1, 2004 newsletter will cover the regular topics and the next Meeting.

 Training and Employment 

We received couple of letters from COSTI Centres:

Markham ERC

Hello everyone,
Please see the attachment December2004Clientworkshop.doc regarding our December schedule.

Happy holidays,

Jacquie Quinnell  quinnell@costi.org
Assistant Manager
COSTI York Region Employment Resource Centres

Vaughan ERC

Please find an attached the workshop calendar December2004.doc. If you have any questions please feel free to let me know.

Jennifer McDougall
Employment Facilitator
COSTI Vaughan Employment Services
905-669-5627

Providing learning and training opportunities
for immigrants and refugees so that they can
participate in the workplace and wider community

Labour Market Information Workshops

Come and learn how to research available jobs in your field.  All workshops are free and are held Tuesdays from 1 to 3 p.m.  Workshops will be held on each of these dates:  December 6 and 13.

900 Dufferin Street Suite 101

Canada Employment Weekly - CEW

A newspaper full of job listings.

Tel.:  (416) 964-6069
Fax: (416) 964-3202
Web: www.mediacorp2.com

CEW Express is the online edition of Canada Employment Weekly. It contains all the job listings found in our newsprint edition, but offers you the following additional features:

• The online edition is available Monday afternoons at 4:30 pm (Toronto time) -- almost 48 hours before the newsprint edition appears on newsstands.
• The online edition is searchable by keyword, so you can quickly find all the opportunities in the field or location that interests you. You can also review back issues of the newspaper to discover thousands of other job opportunities across Canada.
• The online edition includes hypertext links to employers' websites so you can research hot prospects instantly, and email links directly to recruiters and HR departments so you can apply for positions immediately.
• Job listings are indexed into 61 occupational categories, so you'll see all the vacancies in your field at once.

No source offers more new Canadian job listings than CEW Express. Like our newspaper, the online edition features hundreds of new job listings every week. And 100% of the jobs are new each issue -- you won't waste a moment reading outdated information. A 12-week subscription to CEW Express costs $54.58 plus tax.

The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE)     http://www.ospe.on.ca

International engineering graduates can access the OSPE Career Centre if they have applied for Licensure as a Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) Applicant for Licensure (PAL).  Access to the OSPE Career Centre is granted for a 90-day period and costs $32.10 (includes GST).

http://www.careercentre.ospe.on.ca/grads.cfm?menuitem=3

Please Note: This 90 day access is a “fee for service” category and not considered an OSPE Membership. Individuals registered are not eligible for member discounts on services, programs or courses.

Register today to take advantage of:

• The Job Board - online engineering job postings
• Resume Posting - online resume database for employers to search
• Networking - e-networking, discussion groups and events
• Career Workshops and Events - attend interactive sessions specially designed for engineers
• Career Services - resume assistance, career coaching and severance advice
• Professional Development - access to continued education and training
• Resources and Links - a variety of engineering-related career links

Oceanic Consulting Corporation is an ocean engineering firm based in St. John's, Newfoundland (Canada) that provides commercial services in marine performance evaluation to the international marketplace. The firm specializes in physical and numerical model testing of designs of ships, offshore structures and other marine systems. Services include: seakeeping assessments, resistance and propulsion evaluations, maneuvering studies, flow visualization tests, numerical simulation and other related services. Oceanic is continually accepting resumes from qualified individuals with experience in model testing, project management or relevant disciplines. Oceanic offers a competitive salary and compensation package.

Note: Applicants for engineering positions must be eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer or Engineer in Training with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland to practice in this province.

Reply to:

Human Resources Department
Oceanic Consulting Corporation
95 Bonaventure Ave., Suite 401
St. John's, Newfoundland
Canada A1B 2X5
Fax: (709) 722-9064

oceanic@oceaniccorp.com

Voisey’s Bay Nickel Company Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Inko, is responsible for the development of the Voisey’s Bay project - Labrador. Company’s goal is to develop Voisey’s Bay with sensitivity to the natural and human environment, using the highest standards in engineering, environmental management and social responsibility.

RECRUITING FOR MULTIPLE POSITIONS

We are currently preparing to commence the Operation at the facilities in Labrador. The site in Labrador is fly-in/fly-out operation. Most employees should expect to rotate on a two week in and two week out basis work both day and night shifts. The recruiting is for junior and senior levels. To view detailed job descriptions or to apply for positions, please visit our website www.vbnc.com , http://www.recruitingsite.com/csbsites/IncoCareers/careers.asp 
ttp://www.vbnc.com/PhotoAlbum.asp

Some Recruiters Links

Mr. Steve Hope – Senior Researcher and Recruiter - www.multec.ca
Tel: (416) 244-2402, ext. 130, Toll Free: (888) 244-8466

Ms. Dorothy Ashworth – Project Manager - www.brunelmining.com
Tel: (416) 244-2560, Toll Free: (888) 244-8466

http://www.careerladder.ca               

ABEC - News

On November 28, 2004 the Council of ABEC had it’s working meeting. Our agenda was as follow:

Logo - we are doing progress into it;

Our website - www.abec.ca - is functioning and is getting better. Please give us your opinion and recommendations. We will appreciate your help with technical and employment news for the monthly letters, professional links and photos of your business, and your success. We recommend strongly, every member to list his own personal web page into the Resume section. A chapter with portfolio or even acknowledgment that you are member of ABEC will be of benefit for your future presentations. ABEC is legally registered and has a PEO consent letter for the title. For information on our website, on your participation and constructing your web page, please reed all chapters of the website or refer to our Technical Director – Maxim Stefanov on his ABEC email address.

Membership and Location of the next ABEC’s Meeting.
*** We will announce very shortly for the location and the date of the next Meeting. ***

What to visit?

Something for the Christmas Season

Special Christmas 2004 Events

Discover Niagara's Wineries and Icewine

Icewine often described as a “liquid gold”, this aromathic sweet and silky smooth desert wine is created from grapes that have naturally frozen on the vines. A rare and special treet to appreciate by itself or with less-sweet desserts.  

Wineries - A picturesque drive down a world-famous wine route, savour an exquisite vintage, experience in the Wine Country. Discover Niagara's Wineries, award-winning and second to none.Take a day trip.

Reif Winery

The Secret of Great Wines is found in the Vineyard.

Reif Estate Winery welcomes you to experience outstanding Wines of Ontario produced from premium grape varieties as well as time honoured winemaking techniques, passed down over thirteen generations.
Winemakers for 13 generations, this family estate are internationally recognized for Icewines, VQA - Vintners Quality Alliance Wines and Innovative Vanetals. Winemakers, Roberto DiDomenico and Klaus Reif produce wines from the winery's 135-acre vineyard and age them in authentic oak casks in underground cellars.

Reif Estate Winery opened in 1983 with a commitment to combining time-honored tradition with modern technology. Wines produced at Reif are truly estate bottled. Large underground barrel aging cellar allows to create outstanding limited edition wines such as premium oak aged Chardonnay Reserve, three different barrel segregated, unfiltered Chardonnays and a unique and sophisticated barrel fermented Gewurztraminer. Located on the Niagara River Parkway (major tourist route), Reif Estate hosts visitors from around the world daily. The retail outlet on the premises is open daily from 10am-5pm and public tours are held throughout the summer at 1:30pm. Private groups

15608 Niagara Parkway
iagara on the Lake ON

L0S 1J0
P: (905) 468-7738
F: (905) 468-5878

http://www.reifwinery.com   

The Reif family tradition of winemaking began over half a century ago in Germany’s Neustadt of the renowned Rhine region and in 1977 transcended to the fertile banks of the Niagara River which were selected to establish new world class vineyards. Following six years of careful nurturing, the vineyard’s potential became evident, and in 1983 the Reif family opened the doors of Reif Estate Winery to the public.

President Klaus Reif holds degrees in both Oenology and Viticulture from the world famous University for winemaking in Geisenheim and in 1983 made a commitment to combine time-honoured traditions with modern technology. It is under his watchful eye that Reif produces wines that are truly estate bottled as only grapes, harvested from the 135-acre vineyard are used to produce premium quality wines. Every effort is made to limit the interference of man in this delicate process, belief at Reif Estate is that “Nature makes wine.”

In 1990 Roberto DiDomenico, a graduate from University of Guelph with a specialized honors microbiology degree, as the newest winemaker, joined Klaus. Klaus and Rob work closely in developing the vineyards by pruning and thinning the vines to produce small yields of exceptional quality. They continually explore new territory and probe for new styles while relying on a firm background of time honored traditions in winemaking. Reif Estate grows and produces traditional vinifera grape varieties such as Chardonnay, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot as well as produces unique and exciting wines such as Icewines, Shiraz and Zinfandel.
 

Visiting Reif Estate Winery

Visit the Winery Boutique housed in a beautifully restored coach house located amidst Reif estate vineyard and winery on the stunning Niagara River Parkway.

November 1st – March 31st

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
7 Days a Week
Tasting Bar Open 10-5 (No Appointment Necessary)
Tours and Private Tasting by Appointment Only

Special Christmas Events Hosted by Reif Estate Winery:

December 2004

"12 Days of Christmas"
December 1 - 12th, 2004 - 11-4 p.m. daily
No reservation required
Reif Estate Winery welcomes you to do your Christmas shopping in a relaxed atmosphere featuring Christmas Carols and a complimentary glass of mulled wine.

January 2005

"Icy Blue"
Reif's Award Winning Vidal Icewine paired with Benedictine Blue Cheese.
January 15/16th and 22/23rd, 2005 - 11-4 p.m. daily
No reservation required
Passports available on-line www.niagarawinefestival.com
Passports $20.00 each includes an icewine and food pairing at participating wineries.
$3.00 to passport holders or $5.00 per sample.
Contact Andrea Nelson at 905-468-7738 or andrea.nelson@reifwinery.com.

Canadian Icewine Bar
January 22nd and 23rd, 2005 - 11-5p.m. daily
No reservations required
Over 20 wineries will be pouring their finest Icewines from behind an 18ft. bar carved entirely from ice. Food, wine and great Niagara hospitality located in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Information available on-line at www.niagarawinefestival.com

Welcome to the Grape & Wine Festival

We've got a lot to Celebrate!
Join Us For

The 10th Niagara Icewine Festival

January 14 - 23, 2005

For ten days in January the Niagara region is transformed into a wintry wonderland, celebrating one of Canada’s most cherished products, Ontario Icewine. From Gala evenings, ornate ice bars and Icewine Dinners, to roasting chestnuts, late night Icewine grape picking and carriage rides along Niagara’s famed wine route, the 10th edition of the Niagara Icewine Festival offers plenty for every taste Join us as we celebrate the release of Ontario's award-winning Icewines at the following featured Niagara Icewine Festival events.

There are many ways to get the all the information you are looking for;

- To Search for Icewine Events by type or find information on featured accommodations and wine tours, simply click on the appropriate button on the box to the left of your screen.

- To Search for Icewine Events chronologically by day, weekend, week or month click on the "Events Search".

- To get an overview of our Highlight Icewine Events click on the "Program Guide"
- For more information on what to do and where to stay please click on the Featured Button on you right or click on the "Visiting Niagara" button on the top of this page.

- To order Winery Touring Passports, Icewine Gala Tickets or Icewine Dinner tickets click on the "Shop Online" button on the left of your screen or click here

- Or Click here to download the complete 2005 Niagara Icewine Festival Brochure (2.45 MB).

The Wine Council of Ontario proudly presents the recipients of the
2004 VQA Restaurant Award of Excellence

The first award of its kind to recognize restaurants with outstanding Ontario VQA - Vintners Quality Alliance wine lists.
Each of these restaurants is unique, yet they share one thing in common: an exceptional selection of Ontario VQA wines.
Each of these restaurants also shares the pride of Ontario Winemakers in serving premium quality Ontario VQA wines. That’s why this select group has been recognized with the VQA AWARD OF EXCELLENCE.

http://www.winesofontario.org/PDFs/TO_Life_DPS_Ad_Final.pdf

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The Council of the Association of Bulgarian Engineers in Canada is sending a most cordial Christmas Greetings to all Bulgarian Engineers in Canada.

We wish you a happy and joyful Christmas holiday season!!!
May the coming year bring a new hope and blessings, good feelings, and bright opportunities!!
Let the ambitions and perseverance lead to fulfillment of all professional dreams.

Merry Christmas and a Happy 2005 New Year!

Vessela Koleda!

 

Pauline Loultcheva Lawrence

President of ABEC                                        

Tel: 905 832-4451

p_lawrence@abec.ca

www.abec.ca