Community Messages

Come out and support your young and brave local entrepreneurs. The Children's Business Fair is a charitable event that provides an opportunity for children to explore their creativity and experience the thrill and learning curves of starting a business for free. The goal of the business fair is to provide a practical learning opportunity for kids on innovation, literacy skills, research, organizational skills, and basic economics. Through the business fair, kids are encouraged to develop a brand, create a product or service, build a marketing strategy, and then open for customers at our one-day marketplace. Children are responsible for their own marketing, inviting their friends and family, setting up their booth, and promoting their products on that day.

Residents are invited to bring their broken small household items and our volunteers help fix them, on the spot.

Join us as Mary Dilly, owner of Downsizing Solutions, combines expert advice with a great sense of humour to make the often-overwhelming process of downsizing feel manageable- and even enjoyable. She’ll share practical tips, real-life stories, and a few laughs along the way.

EmploymentWorks is a proven program that offers employment preparedness training and support, combined with job sampling and hands-on or simulated work experiences to autistics and persons with learning differences. The program is designed for individuals who want to enter or return to the workforce, and who are willing to develop and practice the skills necessary to prepare for, find and keep a job.

The program is run at TechPlace in Burlington on Tuesday's from 930am - 3pm. Please visit Sperocanada.ca /employmentworks to learn more and fill out our contact form. A team member will be in touch to start the intake process!

Musket Transport and its affiliated training school, Commercial Heavy Equipment Training Ltd. (CHET), are marking Pride Month with a special event that puts equity and inclusion in the driver’s seat.

On Wednesday, June 25, CHET’s Burlington campus will host the Pride Event & CHET Showcase, bringing together community partners, career seekers, and allies from across Halton and Hamilton. The event, running from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, aims to break stereotypes about the trucking industry and introduce attendees to opportunities in transportation and logistics.

“The trucking industry has long been perceived as male-dominated, but there is no place for toxic masculinity or exclusion in today’s workforce,” said Sophia Sniegowski Begidzhanov, Corporate Communications Officer for Musket Transport. “At Musket and CHET, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment that welcomes individuals of all gender identities, sexual orientations, ethnicities, and backgrounds.”

Guests will get a hands-on look at CHET’s AZ and DZ training vehicles, while licensed drivers will have a chance to meet Musket’s recruitment and driver management teams about job opportunities in the region.

Here's what to expect:

• Hands-on equipment showcase – featuring our AZ and DZ training programs
• Ice cream truck treats and hot dogs on us!
• A welcoming space to build relationships and explore collaboration

Founded in 1997, CHET is a registered Career College that offers Class A and Class D commercial training, designed for students from all backgrounds and skill levels. The Burlington showcase is the latest initiative in a broader effort by CHET and Musket to create space for underrepresented groups in an industry historically lacking diversity.

“We believe that driving is not just a profession, but a lifestyle choice, and no personal identity should ever determine your success or earning potential in this industry,” said Sniegowski Begidzhanov. “Together, we can build a future for trucking that’s inclusive, proud, and empowering for all.”

The free event is open to 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, community organizations, and supporters, and will also feature networking opportunities and interactive equipment demos. Those interested in attending can register through Eventbrite.

Volunteers Needed on Canada Day with BurlingtonGreen

Discover the fun and impactful experience of volunteering as an Event Greening Ambassador with BurlingtonGreen.

The City of Burlington's BIG Canada Day event is happening on Tuesday, July 1st at Spencer Smith Park. BurlingtonGreen needs LOTS of volunteers to help festival attendees sort their waste and help the planet.

Choose one or two shifts in the morning, afternoon or evening, while available.. Rain or shine, dress for the weather. No experience needed. Training provided. Ages 14+. (Ages 12-13 with an adult.)

Individuals can sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0V8oGH2EEiyk5yREacyTcrYeLEiFVkACcp1mlE6QjgqMyRg/viewform 

Groups of volunteers are welcome to sign up as well!

EmploymentWorks is a proven program that offers employment preparedness training and support, combined with job sampling and hands-on or simulated work experiences to autistics and persons with learning differences. The program is designed for individuals who want to enter or return to the workforce, and who are willing to develop and practice the skills necessary to prepare for, find and keep a job.

The program is run at TechPlace in Burlington on Tuesday's from 930am - 3pm. Please visit Sperocanada.ca /employmentworks to learn more and fill out our contact form. A team member will be in touch to start the intake process!

EmploymentWorks is a proven program that offers employment preparedness training and support, combined with job sampling and hands-on or simulated work experiences to autistics and persons with learning differences. The program is designed for individuals who want to enter or return to the workforce, and who are willing to develop and practice the skills necessary to prepare for, find and keep a job.

The program is run at TechPlace in Burlington on Tuesday's from 930am - 3pm. Please visit Sperocanada.ca /employmentworks to learn more and fill out our contact form. A team member will be in touch to start the intake process!

EmploymentWorks is a proven program that offers employment preparedness training and support, combined with job sampling and hands-on or simulated work experiences to autistics and persons with learning differences. The program is designed for individuals who want to enter or return to the workforce, and who are willing to develop and practice the skills necessary to prepare for, find and keep a job.

The program is run at TechPlace in Burlington on Tuesday's from 930am - 3pm. Please visit Sperocanada.ca /employmentworks to learn more and fill out our contact form. A team member will be in touch to start the intake process!