We are here to assist our members who are dealing with the transitions and challenges that come with the current job market. We endeavor to assist in providing employment assistance, personal guidance and training to assist with our members making these difficult transitions.
We are located at :
Dana Long SKD Action Centre 180 Wilkinson Rd, Unit # 33 Brampton, ON, L6T 4W8
Employer Outreach Program - I am happy to say that this program is off the ground and running. We are gathering more specific information from the participants in order to assist you better. If you would like to participate or get further information regarding this program, please call the centre.
Outreach Calls - We call everyone monthly to touch base and to see how you are doing. Can you please return our calls or you may email me at judylransom@gmail.com to update us, thank you.
Pensions
SKD Pensions - Make sure that you have signed and sent any forms that were sent to you by Pricewaterhouse Coopers Inc. They need everyone's information to proceed. Also make sure that they have your correct contact information if you have moved or if you have received no forms from them. You may call Sheena Stark at 1-800-431-5711.
Tickets - You may purchase the following tickets at the Union Hall:
The Toronto Zoo, Canada's Wonderland, Great Wolf Lodge, Wild Water Kingdom, Fallsview Indoor Park, African Lion Safari, Ontario Place
Carabram - The Local is once again hosting the Canadian Pavillion for Carabram on July 9-10-11. You may purchase your passports at the Union Hall or at the door. They are looking for volunteers. if you are interested, contact the Union Hall.
Daimler Buses - We have welcomed 35 displaced workers from Daimler Buses into our Action Centre.
Career Counselling - We have begun one on one career counselling at the centre. If you are interested, please call to arrange an appointment.
FAMOUS QUOTES
Henry Ford Whether you think you can or whether you think you can't, you're right.
Jesse Jackson Never look down on anybody unless you're helping them up.
Mary Kay Ash Aerodynamically, the bumblebee shouldn't be able to fly, but the bumblebee doesn't know that, so it goes on flying anyway.
Dana Long SKD Action Centre - 180 Wilkinson Rd, Unit # 33 - Brampton, ON, L6T 4W8 - 905-874-0916