InformOntario would like to thank all of the presenters and attendees for making our Fall 2020 Virtual Learning series such a success.
Thanks to Oakville Public Library and Information Oakville for hosting the webinars on their Zoom platform.
The recorded session is now listed with each presentation.
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Wed, October 7thPresenter:Doug MacMillan,The Letter M Marketing Company | Conduct Your Own Brand Review in 7 StepsOur brand is more than a logo: it represents what we promise, how we behave and guides decisions throughout your organization. Doug has led branding exercises for dozens of not-for-profit, government and private sector organizations. He will walk through his proven methodologies to audit and update your organization’s brand on your own if you can’t engage a professional branding agency.
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Wed, Oct 14Presenters:Faed Hendry & Michele Watson,Findhelp Information Services | Developing and Delivering Virtual Onboarding and Training (During a Pandemic)COVID-19 has not changed the mission of information and referral services but it has changed how business is being done. It is a virtual world. This webinar will explore some of the opportunities and challenges of transitioning to a virtual I&R work environment, some of the complications of onboarding and training staff and maintaining an up-to-date resource database in a period of unprecedented change. The webinar is a first-hand account from the perspectives of both a new Service Navigator and a Training Manager. The session will explore lessons learned to date, call volume/trends and the changing human services landscape. This will be an interactive session with an opportunity for questions and answers. | |
Thu, October 22ndPresenter:Kart Vyas, R.Kin., CCPE, CRSP, CMIOSHWorkplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS)
| Workplace Mental Health in the “New Normal”: An introductionCOVID-19 has created unique challenges for the workplace. The “New Normal” comes with an increased need to ensure the health and safety of the workers, both physical and psychological. This session will help workplace parties gain an understanding of the impact on our mental health and business. As we get accustomed to the “new normal”, learn about different strategies that can assist you to successfully navigate through this challenging times.
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Wed, October 28thPresenter:Andrew Needham, Information Oakville | Reconnecting with Your Community through I&R DayI&R Day is Nov 16th, a day to promote and recognize your work in the community. Brainstorm with Andrew about virtual options to connect with the community and stakeholders, plus some free tools and products. |