News and Events
(last updated January 12, 2012)
The events listed on this page are either presented by Community Futures Centre West or we are a proud partner.
Airdrie
Employee Recruitment Strategies - February 8, 2012
Employee Retention Strategies - March 20, 2012
Canmore
Build a Better Business - January 31, 2012
Other news...
Office Space for Rent at CFCWest
Click here to view some of our past events.
The Business Jolt Magazine!
This is your online source for great business tips and information that is sent out quarterly. Not signed up yet? Take a look at the top of this page for the sign up box and type in your email.
In December 2010, we changed the format of the newsletter. You can view the email (in pdf form) that was sent out as well as link to the full text articles.
If you missed the previous emailed Business Jolt Magazine... here they are in pdf form:
Small Business Learning Sessions
If you are starting or expanding a business and looking for direction - here are some great learning opportunities. Instruction is provided by The Business Link via video conference.
Spring sessions begin February 14, 2012. Session costs range from $10 to $40.
A complete listing of of the sessions hosted by CFCWest coming soon!
Registration is required for all sessions.
For additional information please contact us.
Canmore Build a Better Business Lunch Series
The series is back! The next session is January 31, 2012.
More info online at www.canmorebusiness.com
BUILD A BETTER BUSINESS is an exciting lunch-time series of business development and information sessions for local business owners and staff, brought to you by the Rotary Club of Canmore, in partnership with Canmore Economic Development Authority. Community Futures Centre West and Bow Valley College.
Contact CEDA at 403-678-6902 or via e-mail at info@canmorebusiness.com for more information.
Employee Recruitment Strategies
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM, Registration &
Continental Breakfast
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM, Workshop
Airdrie Council
Chambers
$25
Learn about recruitment strategies used by Alberta employers. Review the
recruitment planning process; explore how to customize your approach to engage
frequently overlooked talent sources; increase your profile as an “employer of
choice”.
Registration
Employee Retention Strategies
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM, Registration & Continental
Breakfast
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM, Workshop
Airdrie Council Chambers
$25
Learn about the high cost of turnover and the need to retain staff. Explore
generational differences in the workforce and how to better understand and work
effectively with employees of all ages. Increase awareness of how to show
appreciation; use a wide-range of retention strategies to create an organization
where people want to work.
Registration
Office Space for Rent
Ready to move from your basement? CFCWest has office space for rent. Includes access to a meeting room, copier, kitchen and reception service.
Contact Dianne for more information.
