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'''<big>Description</big>'''
 
'''<big>Description</big>'''
  
The Federal Youth Network (FYN) will be hosting in-person learning events again in 2024/2025. These full-day events will allow participants to learn about career development with tangible examples and experience sharing on a variety of topics. There will also be ample opportunities built in for networking.
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The Federal Youth Network (FYN) is excited to announce the return of in-person learning events in 2025. These full-day events are crafted to empower students, new public servants, and aspiring public servants through dynamic workshops, interactive networking activities, and speed mentoring sessions. Attendees will develop essential skills in personal branding, effective communication, and work-life balance, all while forging meaningful connections with peers and mentors.
  
Over the course of the day, learners will:
 
  
* assess your skills, interests, and values to identify potential career paths;
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By the end of the learning day, participants will be able to:
* learn how to effectively prepare for interviews in order to gain success in the job application process
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* gain knowledge of various social media platforms and their relevance to landing your dream job; and
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# Enhance their personal branding by creating a compelling professional image.
* recognize the significance of networking in career advancement and job search success.
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# Develop effective communication skills for managing and resolving workplace conflicts.
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# Achieve better work-life balance with tips for managing workloads and preventing burnout.
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# Expand their professional network through networking and speed mentoring sessions.
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'''Time:''' 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
 
'''Time:''' 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
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'''Location:''' This event will be delivered in person. See table below for details
 
'''Location:''' This event will be delivered in person. See table below for details
  
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'''Registration:''' 
  
'''Register:''' https://forms.office.com/r/Z6LCykWkvc
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|'''Crafting Your Personal Brand'''
====== Discovering Your Career Path: Self-Reflection and Exploration ======
 
  
  
'''Description:''' Embark on a journey of self-discovery and career exploration in this engaging 90-minute workshop. Through a combination of lecture-style presentations, interactive activities, and insightful discussions, participants will better understand themselves and make authentic professional choices that build on their strengths, skills, preferences, and values.  
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'''Description:''' Learn how to craft a compelling bio, and optimize your LinkedIn profile. Explore strategies for building your personal brand beyond social media.
 
 
 
 
'''Objectives:'''
 
 
 
# Understand the importance of self-reflection in career planning
 
# Unlock the secrets of their personality type and its relevance to career choices
 
# Learn tips and resources for professional opportunities
 
# Differentiate between strengths and skills and assess their own
 
# Apply self-awareness to explore potential career paths and opportunities
 
 
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|'''Mastering Difficult Conversations'''
====== Preparing for Assessments and Interviews in a Selection Process ======
 
 
 
 
 
'''Description:''' Participants will learn strategic tips that will assist them during the selection process, including requesting accommodations, preparing for tests, and mastering interview techniques. Gain valuable insights and practical tips to confidently navigate every stage of the selection process and secure your desired position.
 
 
 
  
'''Objectives:''' 
 
  
# Understand when and how to appropriately make accommodation requests.
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'''Description:''' This workshop will explore various strategies for effective communication. Participants will learn which skills to use in different situations and how to handle difficult conversations calmly and effectively.
# Identify the various types of testing commonly used and implement strategies to prepare for them.
 
# Develop strategies to prepare for interviews.
 
# Apply the STAR method effectively to structure responses to interview questions.
 
 
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|'''Achieving Work-Life Balance'''
====== Unlocking Opportunities: Social Media Strategies for Your Job Search ======
 
  
  
'''Objectives:'''
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'''Description:''' Learn how to manage heavy workloads without sacrificing personal life. Recognize signs of burnout and explore time management tips.
# Review the traditional job application process and how this can lead to a promotion or appointment
 
# Review the ways you can use social media in your job search - primarily LinkedIn and Facebook
 
# Highlight green flags and red flags for hiring managers when posting to social media
 
# Establish best practices in using social media for job searches in keeping with the GC’s values and ethics
 
 
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|'''Speed Mentoring:'''
 
 
======Speed Mentoring - in-person======
 
 
 
  
'''Description:''' Our most popular session, speed mentoring, connects public servants of all levels with knowledgeable and insightful GC leaders for networking and mentoring.
 
  
 
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'''Description:''' Participate in four 15-minute rounds of speed mentoring with experienced professionals.
'''Objectives:''' During this session, mentors will get an opportunity to share their advice with and answer questions from mentees related to career development, work-life balance, and the inner workings of the Government of Canada. Mentees will be able to ask questions to and seek advice from mentors on the topics that matter most to them as they advance their careers.  
 
  
 
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|October 15, 2024
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|October 7, 2025
|'''Winnipeg'''
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|Sudbury
Canadian Museum for Human Rights
 
  
85 Israel Asper Way, Winnipeg
 
|'''Speakers:'''
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/brigitte-gibson-bab557a0/ Brigitte Gibson]
 
  
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcela-popowich-785602140/ Marcela Popowich]
 
  
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/darla-mcfarlane-86056217/ Darla McFarlane]
 
  
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaux-lacasse/ Margaux Lacasse]
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'''Indigenous Sharing and Learning Centre'''
  
Gail Letain
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935 Ramsey Lake Road
  
 
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Sudbury
 
 
 
 
'''Moderators:'''
 
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindayuanzhou/ Linda Zhou]
 
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/shubhamsingh-tanwar/ Shubham Tanwar<br />]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
'''Mentors:'''
 
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanamahboob/ Sana Mahboob]
 
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-barr-54921b2/ Sean Barr]
 
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/leanne-cooper-672a1b18b/ Leanne Cooper]
 
 
 
Dorothy Stearns
 
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlaextence1029/ Karla Cooper]
 
 
 
Evan Deley
 
 
 
Oliver Valencia
 
 
 
Harlen Card
 
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/darla-mcfarlane-86056217/ Darla McFarlane]
 
 
 
Joe Maia
 
 
 
Sharleen David
 
 
 
Frederick Ramos
 
|futureleadersnetworkmb@gmail.com
 
 
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* Valerie Gideon
|October 17, 2024
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* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-beaton-9579692b2/ Austin Beaton]
|'''Regina'''
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* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayley-e-1ba7011b2/ Hayley Ellis]
Ramada Plaza
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* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-rushton-863a9115/ Suzanne Rushton]
 
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* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinlemieux/ Justin Lemieux]
1818 Victoria Avenue, Regina
 
|'''Speakers:'''
 
Tammy Pauls
 
 
 
Gail Letain
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
'''Moderator:'''
 
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/yangweixiong/ Yangwei Xiong]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
'''Mentors:'''
 
 
 
Catherine Charbonneau
 
 
 
Shelley Vendramin
 
 
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|November 5, 2024
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|October 9, 2025
|'''Calgary'''
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|Thunder Bay
Calgary Marriott Downtown
 
 
 
110 9th Avenue SE, Calgary
 
|'''Speakers:'''
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayah-almond-9900b598/ Tayah Almond]
 
 
 
Gail Letain
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
'''Moderator:'''
 
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/allantam/ Allan Tam]
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
'''Mentors:'''
 
  
Ryan Hum
 
  
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/dayna-jongejan-71a207279/ Dayna Jongejan]
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'''*CANCELLED*'''
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-louie/ Albert Louie]
 
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-kwong/ Melanie Kwong]
 
 
 
Frederick Ramos
 
 
 
Gina McKechnie
 
 
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|November 7, 2024
 
|'''Saskatoon'''
 
Park Town Hotel
 
 
924 Spadina Crescent East, Saskatoon
 
|'''Speakers:'''
 
Tammy Pauls
 
 
Bailey McLellan
 
 
Aislinn Roske
 
 
 
 
'''Moderator:'''
 
 
More information to come
 
 
 
'''Mentors:'''
 
 
Heather Heapy
 
 
Grace Chopty
 
 
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/mackenzie-lambe-3196b5164/ Mackenzie Lambe]
 
 
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|November 19, 2024
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|October 22, 2025
|'''Sudbury'''
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|Winnipeg
Indigenous Sharing and Learning Centre
 
  
935 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury
 
|'''Speakers:'''
 
More information to come
 
  
  
'''Moderator:'''
 
  
More information to come
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'''RBC Convention Centre'''
  
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375 York Avenue
  
'''Mentors:'''
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Winnipeg
 
 
More information to come
 
 
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* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adena-encontre-ae/ Adena Encontre]
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* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhea-nelken-9726969b/ Rhea Nelken]
|November 21, 2024
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* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanamahboob/ Sana Mahboob]
|'''Thunder Bay'''
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* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/allantam/ Allan Tam]
Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel
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* [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ferraran/ Nadia Ferrara]
 
 
17 North Cumberland Street, Thunder Bay
 
|'''Speakers:'''
 
More information to come
 
 
 
 
 
'''Moderator:'''
 
 
 
More information to come
 
 
 
 
 
'''Mentors:'''
 
 
 
More information to come
 
 
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Latest revision as of 15:19, 27 October 2025

Students Welcoming Event 2022
Upcoming Sessions Past Sessions NCR Event

FYN In Person Learning Days

Description

The Federal Youth Network (FYN) is excited to announce the return of in-person learning events in 2025. These full-day events are crafted to empower students, new public servants, and aspiring public servants through dynamic workshops, interactive networking activities, and speed mentoring sessions. Attendees will develop essential skills in personal branding, effective communication, and work-life balance, all while forging meaningful connections with peers and mentors.


By the end of the learning day, participants will be able to:

  1. Enhance their personal branding by creating a compelling professional image.
  2. Develop effective communication skills for managing and resolving workplace conflicts.
  3. Achieve better work-life balance with tips for managing workloads and preventing burnout.
  4. Expand their professional network through networking and speed mentoring sessions.


Time: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Location: This event will be delivered in person. See table below for details

Registration:

Session Outlines: Show/Hide


Session
Crafting Your Personal Brand


Description: Learn how to craft a compelling bio, and optimize your LinkedIn profile. Explore strategies for building your personal brand beyond social media.

Mastering Difficult Conversations


Description: This workshop will explore various strategies for effective communication. Participants will learn which skills to use in different situations and how to handle difficult conversations calmly and effectively.

Achieving Work-Life Balance


Description: Learn how to manage heavy workloads without sacrificing personal life. Recognize signs of burnout and explore time management tips.

Speed Mentoring:


Description: Participate in four 15-minute rounds of speed mentoring with experienced professionals.

Schedule:

Schedule

Date Location Speakers Contact Regional Network Networking Event
October 7, 2025 Sudbury



Indigenous Sharing and Learning Centre

935 Ramsey Lake Road

Sudbury

October 9, 2025 Thunder Bay


*CANCELLED*

October 22, 2025 Winnipeg



RBC Convention Centre

375 York Avenue

Winnipeg


* Can’t attend in person, check out our events page for other networking and learning events.