Hiring Fair - YMCA Before and After Program Leaders
2026-07-29 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Nova Scotia Works - Middleton, 298 Marshall Street, Middleton, Nova Scotia, B0S 1P0, Canada
PeopleWorx – Nova Scotia Works Centre is pleased to support the recruitment efforts of YMCA of Southwest Nova Scotia for Before and After Program (BAP) Leaders. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to work with children and make a positive impact in your community, we encourage you to attend this upcoming hiring fair.
Hiring Fair Details
Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Time: 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: PeopleWorx – Nova Scotia Works Centre
298 Marshall Street, Middleton, NS
Bring your résumé and meet with representatives from the YMCA to learn more about available opportunities.
Available Program Locations
Before and After Program Leader positions are available at:
Cornwallis Park – Clark Rutherford Memorial School (1:45–5:30 p.m.)
Granville Ferry – Champlain Elementary School (1:45–5:30 p.m.)
Bridgetown – Bridgetown Regional Community School (2:00–5:30 p.m.)
Lawrencetown – Lawrencetown Consolidated School (2:00–5:30 p.m.)
Aylesford – St. Mary's Elementary School (2:30–5:30 p.m.)
Berwick – Berwick District School (1:30–5:30 p.m.)
Somerset – Somerset District Elementary School (1:30–5:30 p.m.)
Cambridge – Cambridge District Elementary School (2:00–5:30 p.m.)
Position Highlights

Starting wage: $17.86/hour
Certified ECE Levels 1–3 are paid according to the Nova Scotia ECE Wage Scale.
15% childcare discount.
Free YMCA at Home membership.
Meaningful work supporting children and families throughout Kings and Annapolis Counties.

Can't Attend the Hiring Fair?
Applicants who are unable to attend can contact Maddi Dobie, Before and After Program Coordinator, YMCA of Southwest Nova Scotia, at Maddi.Dobie@ns.ymca.ca for more information or to apply.
Current job postings are also available through Nova Scotia Works Online. You can search the various locations for subsequent job postings.
https://novascotiaworks.ca/nsdc/job/bap-before-and-after-program-leader-berwick-district-school/c7e…
We look forward to helping connect qualified candidates with these rewarding opportunities supporting children, families, and communities across Kings and Annapolis Counties.
This event is being held in a scent-free space. Thank you for not wearing scented products when you visit.

Career Exploration Workshop
2026-08-06 09:00 - 16:00 | Nova Scotia Works - Coldbrook, 11 Opportunity Lane, Coldbrook, Nova Scotia, B4R 0A5, Canada
Job Seeker clients, join us at our Nova Scotia Works office, 11 Opportunity Lane in Coldbrook.
This free, full-day group workshop encourages Nova Scotia Works Job Seeker clients to explore career options with greater clarity and confidence. It offers practical support for anyone unsure about their next step, thinking about a job change, or just starting to plan their career.
A certified Career Development Practitioner will guide three personality and career assessments to help participants better understand their interests, strengths, values and the types of work that may suit them.
The session explores what's happening in the labour market today using reliable, up-to-date information. This is a helpful and supportive workshop for anyone looking for direction in their job or career path.
Registration as our Nova Scotia Works Job Seeker client is required, and there is no cost to attend. Please contact us at contact@peopleworx.ca or 1-866-609-9675.
We're scent-free. Our offices and workshop spaces are strictly scent-free due to severe sensitivities. Please do not wear scented products when you visit.
Not a Nova Scotia Works Job Seeker client yet? Sign up at https://novascotiaworks.ca and choose PeopleWorx.

Job Search Success Workshop
2026-08-13 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-09-16 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-11-17 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-12-08 09:30 - 11:30 | Nova Scotia Works - Coldbrook, 11 Opportunity Lane, Coldbrook, Nova Scotia, B4R 0A5, Canada
Join us at our Nova Scotia Works office in Coldbrook for Job Search Success: Tools, Strategies & Local Resources. Learn practical strategies to help you in your job search. This workshop provides an overview of key job search strategies and helps you develop a personalized job search plan.
You’ll also learn how to research the labour market using reliable resources like Nova Scotia Works Online, the importance of networking, how to approach cold calling and informational interviewing, strategies for using social media effectively, and clear instructions for following up after applications and interviews.
Walk away with a clear plan and the confidence to take action in your job search!
For more information or to register, contact contact@peopleworx.ca or 1-866-609-9675.
Registration as a Nova Scotia Works Job Seeker Client is required. This is a free service. To register as a client, visit https://novascotiaworks.ca and choose PeopleWorx as your service provider, or register by contacting us directly.
Our offices and workshop spaces are strictly scent free. Please do not wear scented products when you visit.

How to Succeed in the Workplace
2026-08-20 09:30 - 11:30 | Nova Scotia Works - Coldbrook, 11 Opportunity Lane, Coldbrook, Nova Scotia, B4R 0A5, Canada
Join us at our Nova Scotia Works office, 11 Opportunity Lane in Coldbrook for a practical workshop focused on building the skills and knowledge needed to maintain employment and succeed in the workplace.
This session provides information and guidance on employer expectations and the qualities required to be a successful employee.
Participants will gain a better understanding of what it means to be job ready and how to navigate workplace environments effectively.
We'll present:
• What it means to be “job ready”
• The importance of employability (soft) skills and why they matter as much as technical skills
• How to understand and adapt to workplace expectations and culture • Strategies for managing conflict in the workplace
• The importance of continuous learning and skills development • Ways to manage and grow your career over time
• How to balance work and personal life effectively
This workshop will help you build confidence, strengthen your workplace skills, and set yourself up for long-term success.
To register or learn more, contact contact@peopleworx.ca or 1-866-609-9675. You must be registered as a Nova Scotia Works Job Seeker Client. Register at https://novascotiaworks.ca and select PeopleWorx as your service provider or contact us directly.
Thank you for not wearing scented products when attending.

Drop in Job Search Support
2026-08-21 13:00 - 14:30 | Nova Scotia Works - Middleton, 298 Marshall Street, Middleton, Nova Scotia, B0S 1P0, Canada
💼 Job Search Support
Drop-In to Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre, 298 Marshall Street in Middleton, NS.
We offer support with your job search in a supportive, informal setting. Nova Scotia Works Job Seeker clients and high school students are welcome. Staff will be available to provide job-search support, including help with resumes, cover letters, online applications, and general job-search questions.
No registration is required and there is no cost to attend.
For more information, reach out to contact@peopleworx.ca or 1-866-609-9675.
Our offices are strictly scent-free. Thank you for not wearing scented products when you visit.

Job Search Essentials Workshops
2026-08-27 10:00 - 16:00 | Nova Scotia Works - Middleton, 298 Marshall Street, Middleton, Nova Scotia, B0S 1P0, Canada
Job Seekers - Join us at our Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre, 298 Marshall Street in Middleton.
This in-depth workshop introduces best practices for resume and cover letter writing, job search strategies and interview preparation. This is a full day workshop with breaks in between sessions and a break for lunch. Note that lunch is not provided.
This group session is designed to give you the tools to create your own job search documents at home, and knowledge of how a Nova Scotia Works Career Practitioner can support you one-on-one in a follow-up appointment if you choose.
Registration as a Nova Scotia Works Job Seeker Client is required. This is a free service.
Registration as a Nova Scotia Works Job Seeker Client is required, as well as registration for the workshop. Register at https://novascotiaworks.ca and choose PeopleWorx. To register for the workshop, and for assistance or questions, reach us at contact@peopleworx.ca or 1-866-609-9675.
Due to severe sensitivities, our buildings and workshop spaces are scent free. Thank you for not wearing scented products when you visit.

Visit us at the Kingston Farmers Market
2026-08-27 15:00 - 19:00 | Nova Scotia
Stop by and say hello to our PeopleWorx team members.
We'd love to meet you and share the free programs and services we offer in the Annapolis Valley for job seekers and employers.

Drop in Job Search Support
2026-08-28 13:00 - 14:30 | Nova Scotia Works - Middleton, 298 Marshall Street, Middleton, Nova Scotia, B0S 1P0, Canada
💼 Job Search Support
Drop in to Nova Scotia Works Employment Services Centre, 298 Marshall Street in Middleton, NS.
We offer support with your job search in a supportive, informal setting. Nova Scotia Works Job Seeker clients and high school students are welcome. Staff will be available to provide job-search support, including help with resumes, cover letters, online applications, and general job-search questions.
No registration is required and there is no cost to attend.
For more information, reach out to contact@peopleworx.ca or 1-866-609-9675.
Our offices are strictly scent-free. Thank you for not wearing scented products when you visit.

How to Succeed in the Workplace
2026-09-24 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-22 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-11-25 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-12-16 09:30 - 11:30 | Nova Scotia Works - Coldbrook, 11 Opportunity Lane, Coldbrook, Nova Scotia, B4R 0A5, Canada
💼 Workplace Skills
How to Succeed in the Workplace – Coldbrook, NS
Join us for a practical workshop focused on building the skills and knowledge needed to maintain employment and succeed in the workplace.
This session provides information and guidance to Nova Scotia Works Job Seeker Clients on employer expectations and the qualities required to be a successful employee. Participants will gain a better understanding of what it means to be job ready and how to navigate workplace environments effectively.
You’ll learn:
• What it means to be “job ready”
• The importance of employability (soft) skills and why they matter as much as technical skills
• How to understand and adapt to workplace expectations and culture
• Strategies for managing conflict in the workplace
• The importance of continuous learning and skills development
• Ways to manage and grow your career over time
• How to balance work and personal life effectively
This workshop will help you build confidence, strengthen your workplace skills, and set yourself up for long-term success.
Registration as a Nova Scotia Works Job Seeker Client is required. This is a free service. To register as a client, visit https://novascotiaworks.ca and choose PeopleWorx as your service provider, or register by contacting us directly at 1-866-609-9675 or contact@peopleworx.ca
Our offices and workspaces are scent free. Thank you for not wearing scented products when you visit.

Nova Scotia Works Job Fair
2026-10-14 | Louis Millett Community Complex, 9489 Commercial St, New Minas, Nova Scotia, B4N 3E9, Canada
Save the date! Nova Scotia Works Fall Job Fair will bring together job seekers and employers for networking, career exploration and employment opportunities. Hosted at the Louis Millet Community Complex in New Minas. Stay tuned for details.
