www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, September 18, 2014 | 22 Seeking youths to Get in Gear at the Centre Assisting youths in determining a career path, introducing the skilled trades, building confidence and getting a paid work experience are the hallmarks of Get In Gear (GIG) -- a project funded in part by the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Fund strategy and delivered by The Centre for Skills Development & Training (The Centre). The GIG program is free with a limit of 15 students per session. Participants interested in the 10week, in-class program, which is followed by an eight-week paid work placement, can call 905-333-3499, ext. 182 to find out more about the application procedure or visit www. thecentre.on.ca. Eligibility requirements for Get in Gear participants include: · Participant age of between 17-30 years old · Legally entitled to work in Canada · Not attending full time school, work or training · Not in receipt (or never have been in receipt) of Employment Insurance benefits · Motivated to succeed · Looking for help to overcome difficulties finding and keeping a job Graduates of the GIG program have many options from pursuing full-time employment to undergoing formal training such as The Centre's pre-apprenticeship skilled trades programs. "GIG is a stepping stone for young people," advised Kathy Mills, CAO, The Centre. "It's about presenting options and supporting youths in making informed decisions to positively impact their future." The next GIG session will be held from Oct. 14 to Dec. 19, followed by an eight-week work experience. Registrations are now being taken for the next information session. The Centre for Skills Development & Training is a not-for-profit incorporated affiliate of the Halton District School Board with locations across Halton and in Mississauga. The Centre helps people at all stages of life get on a path to career success -- from youths just starting out, to older workers who have been laid off; from newcomers to Canada who need to improve their workplace English, to people interested in the trades who need to build their technical skills; and from small business owners looking to hire staff, to large companies who need help developing and transitioning their workforce. For more information, visit www. thecentre.on.ca. Choose from a huge selection! Fresh selection! All Perennials All Nursery Stock 30% off 30%-50% off! Fits in most urns! 10" Mixed Fall Planter, Reg. $34.99 $19.99 Welcome a New Season! Need a little TLC in your yard? The TERRA Landscape Coach can help! Call to book an appointment today. Fairfield Planter, Reg. $99.99 $69.99 ONLY 30% All Blue and Purple Bulbs off All Wreaths - off 30% (6 styles to choose from) 1000's to choose from in many colours & sizes! FRESH FALL MUMS - TERRA CARE Leave the hard work to us, so you can do the fun part! Appointments start Oct. 1st, call to book your appointment today! CLEAN UP PACKAGE FALL FRESH FALL ENTRANCE DECORATING PACKAGE! 1 large pumpkin, 2 corn stalks, 1 straw bale, 1 three Gal. mum, 1 scarecrow, AND A FREE doormat (select style) FREE DOORMAT INCLUDED $259.99 ONLY ONLY $39.99 Reg. total retail $75.99 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK: Monday - Sunday 9am - 6pm All items while quantities last, subject to availability. Category offers exclude "TERRA Essentials" Sale period: Sept. 18th - 24th www.terragreenhouses.com Burlington (905) 332-3222 · Milton (905) 876-4000 · Waterdown (905) 689-1999 · Vaughan (905) 832-6955 NEW LOCATION - Hamilton - 340 Highway #20, RR#1 (3 minutes east of Upper Centennial) (905) 692-6900