yes fall 2010 program book

2 It starts with you... Please give generously.Donate online at www.yesmontreal.ca or by phone at 514-878-9788

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3 General Overview4 Job Search Program8 Entrepreneurship Program14 Artists’ Program 18 Mentorship Program19 Grants & Loans 20 Upcoming Events22 YES Staff, Board & Advisors23 Partners

The centre is open, free of charge, to everyone on a drop-in basis from Monday to Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM for use of the phones, computers, fax

machine, resource library and access to job postings.No appointment is necessary.

Schedules and workshop speakers are subject to change.All workshops are delivered in English.

YES (Youth Employment Services)666 Sherbrooke West, 7th Floor, Montreal, QC H3A 1E7

Tel: 514-878-9788 • Fax: [email protected]

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3It starts with you... Please give generously.Donate online at www.yesmontreal.ca or by phone at 514-878-9788

Volume 10, Issue 1

GENERAL OVERVIEWAs a not-for-profi t organization, YES Montreal (Youth Employment Services) enriches the community by providing English-language support services to help Quebecers fi nd employment and start businesses.

FOR YOUTH AGED 16 TO 35. The Job Search Program includes daytime and evening workshops, individual career counselling, career testing services, paid internship programs, French courses, cover letter and résumé translation, a mentoring program, job postings, networking opportunities, a resource library, and free phone and computer access.

OPEN TO ALL AGES. The Entrepreneurship Program offers daytime and evening workshops, one-on-one business coaching, interactive video services, legal and accounting clinics, sales and branding consultations as well as a mentoring program. YES has a comprehensive resource guide entitled: The Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook, which is available for purchase at the centre. YES also hosts an annual entrepreneurship conference each spring, the largest English-language event of its kind in Quebec.

OPEN TO ARTISTS OF ALL AGES AND DISCIPLINES. The Artists’ Program offers a range of services to help artists develop entrepreneurial skills, strategies and tools to build successful and economically viable careers. Services include one-on-one coaching with a dedicated artists’ coach, thematic workshops by industry professionals, consultations with career counsellors, business coaches, as well as legal, accounting, sales and branding professionals. Resources for artists include our Business Skills for Creative Souls: The Montreal Artist’s Handbook, and two annual events: the new YES Art Expo and the Business Skills for Creative Souls© Artists’ Conference.

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Registration InformationBUSINESS HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PMWORKSHOP HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM-9:00 PM. The YES centre is closed on all statutory holidays.

Our daytime workshops are available on a drop-in basis or by pre-registration. Workshops are limited to 30 participants and fi ll up quickly; pre-registration is strongly recommended. Please call us for details or to register. Pre-registration is mandatory for all evening workshops. Late arrivals for workshops will not be admitted as they are disruptive to the group. Where there is a fee for a workshop you may register in person, online (www.yesmontreal.ca), by mail, by fax or by phone. Payments can be made using cash, cheque or credit card. For registration information, please call 514-878-9788. Workshop payments of $15 or less are non-transferable and non-refundable. Cancellations for the Start Your Own Business Seminar Series©, Investor’s Series©, Entrepreneur’s Packages and French courses must be received two business days before the start of the FIRST workshop in the series.

Artist and Entrepreneurship Services: For a one-time $20 fi le activation fee you will have unlimited access to specialized entrepreneurship and artists’ services including coaching, legal clinics and accounting clinics. You will be exempt from this fee if you are receiving social assistance at the time of your appointment, proof must be provided. To cancel or reschedule an appointment, you must provide at least one business day’s notice to ensure that other clients have the opportunity to be served. A $5 fee to reactivate your fi le will be charged to you in the event that suffi cient cancellation notice is not provided.

Please note: As wait lists can be quite long, if you are unable to keep an appointment at YES, you must advise us at least one business day in advance. If you are more than 15 minutes late, you will be required to reschedule. We reserve the right to deny future services. Workshop speakers can change without notice.

For more information call 514-878-9788. Register for the YES e-newsletter on our website at www.yesmontreal.ca to stay up-to-date on all of our events.


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JOB SEARCH PROGRAMThe YES Job Search Program is designed for youth aged 16-35 who are looking to jump-start their careers, fi nd employment or return to school. Offering over 260 workshops annually, professional employment and career counsellors facilitate and guide participants in strategic job search activities and provide individual counselling. In addition to scheduled appointments, YES offers 15 minute drop-in sessions, Monday to Friday from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM, with a Job Search Counsellor. YES offers an intensive French course for job seekers, translation services for résumés and cover letters, free access to our computer lab with Internet, scanner and courtesy telephone. Nominal charges may apply for some services such as fax machine, photocopier and printer. YES also has an extensive job search library with all the essential resource materials for everyone’s employment needs.

Please note: After attending one FREE Jump-Start Your Job Search Orientation Session©

you will have access to all of the FREE job search services such as:

• Individual employment and career counselling• Career planning and employment strategies• Job search workshops• Mock interviews• Paid internships• Career mentorship program

Jump-Start Your Job SearchOrientation Session©

Cost: FreeRegistration from 1:15 PM.

Tuesday & Friday afternoons, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM

Participants will be given an overview of the services and resources available at YES as well as several key concepts and methods of the job search process. Facilitators will guide participants through group activities and discuss approaches that will help job-seekers access the hidden job market. In order to have access to workshops, and appointments with a counsellor, participants must attend this orientation session.

Résumé Workshop

Cost: FreePre-registration is required.

Monday mornings, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM: Sept 13, Sept 27, Oct 18, Nov 1, Nov 15, Dec 6

Participants will focus on learning the techniques of effective and strategic résumé writing. Through a series of group and written activities, participants will highlight their qualifi cations, skills and achievements to target specifi c positions successfully. Participants are encouraged to bring a copy of their current résumé to the workshop.

Please note: Late arrivals will not be admitted to workshops. If it is your fi rst time visiting YES, please arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop.


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Interview Workshop

Cost: FreePre-registration is required.Participants must attend Part I in order to be scheduled for Part II.

Individual appointments will be made for same day mock interviews between 1:30 PM-4:00 PM.

Please note: To organize an interview workshop for your group, please contact us at (514) 878-9788 ext. 310.

Mondays: Sept 20, Oct 4, Oct 25, Nov 8, Nov 29, Dec 13

Part I: Techniques and Methods 10:00 AM-12:00 PM This two-part workshop prepares participants by helping them focus on identifying their skills and linking relevant experiences through a series of exercises. Participants will view a DVD covering the do’s and don’ts of interviews and learn methods to successfully prepare for upcoming interviews.

Part II: Mock Interviews 1:30 PM-4:00 PMDesigned for those who attended Interview Techniques and Methods Part I, participants will have the opportunity to practice in a seven-minute one-on-one, fi lmed mock interview. An employment counsellor will review and provide valuable feedback on your performance. Each session will last a total of 15 minutes.

Self-AssessmentPart I


Wednesday mornings, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM: Sept 1, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1

Are you career strategizing? Learn how your personality and interests can be used to focus on career options. By participating in self-assessment activities you will clarify your preferences and explore which career paths best suit your personality and interests.

Self-AssessmentPart II


Participants must attend Part I in order to be scheduled for Part II.


Designed for those who attended Self-Assessment Part I, participants will continue the process of self-assessment by examining their values, skills and core beliefs. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss the steps they have taken in their career exploration. The facilitating counsellor will help participants determine the steps needed to achieve their career goals.

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Cold Calling


Monday afternoons, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM: Sept 13, Sept 27, Oct 18, Nov 1, Nov 15, Dec 6

Uncover the hidden job market through this highly effective self-marketing method! Participants will learn how to build a call list for contacting potential employers and create an effective and professional seven-second pitch that they will practice with other participants.


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Career Testing Services

Pricing is on a sliding scale.Please call for more information.

Your Job Search: Getting Motivated & Staying Focused


Wednesday mornings, 10:00 AM-12:00 AM: Sept 22, Oct 27, Nov 24

This workshop will focus on helping participants adjust their perspectives for today’s challenging and changing workforce. Through individual and group activities, participants will focus on developing approaches and techniques to reduce and manage stress, and stay motivated throughout the job search process.

How satisfi ed are you with your career path? Are you a recent graduate and are you unsure what job prospects correspond to your degree? Are you considering making a career change but don’t know where to focus your job search efforts? Do you feel directionless and lacking career goals? At YES, two standardized career tests are offered that can help you better understand your interests, values, and work preferences. Together with a Career Counsellor you will examine your strengths, motivations, and clarify your career objectives. Career testing is offered on an individual basis.

Transferable Skills



This workshop will defi ne what transferable skills are, how to identify them and how to promote these skills to employers. Participants will also examine the importance of interpersonal communication through a series of in-class exercises that will help participants pinpoint their communication style, and identify their strengths and weaknesses.

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French for Job Seekers

Cost: $75Pre-registration is required.

This is a four-week course, held twice a week. YES reserves the right to cancel a course if there are fewer than 12 participants.

This intensive, four-week course is specifi cally designed for students with a basic knowledge of the French language. Emphasis will be placed on improving conversational skills in a business context while focusing on grammar and vocabulary. Participants will also have an opportunity to work on their cover letters and to participate in mock interviews.

Tuesday & Friday mornings: 9:30 AM-12:30 PM

Session 1: Sept 14 – Oct 8 Session 2: Oct 19 – Nov 12Session 3: Nov 23 – Dec 17


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Career ExplorationWorkshop Series©

Cost: $15 eachPre-registration is required.6:30 PM-8:30 PM

Have you wondered what it takes to develop a successful career in Montreal or considered pursuing a career in a particular fi eld but don’t really know what it involves? The Career Exploration Workshop Series© is designed to provide participants with an opportunity to meet industry professionals in an interactive, small-group setting. In each of these workshops, professionals from specifi c sectors will discuss labour market trends and the skills needed to succeed. An interactive question and answer period will follow each discussion.

Helping Professions International & Community DevelopmentEvent Planning & Management

September 23 October 28November 25

Career Mentorship In this program, career mentees and mentors collaboratively work towards achieving specifi c career goals that are established at the start of the relationship. Offering support, encouragement, and career guidance, mentoring under the Career Mentorship Program requires an investment of time, the ability to be open and honest, and a commitment to personal development. Mentees and mentors under the YES Career Mentorship Program must commit to meeting in person at least once a month for a period of six months (Please see page 18 for details).

Internship Program Through job training, this paid internship program’s objective is to provide selected candidates with the opportunity to learn practical skills, help ensure successful integration into the job market, and gain meaningful work experiences within their fi eld. Interested candidates must come to the centre to fi ll out an application form and attach a letter of intent along with their résumé. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Please visit our website www.yesmontreal.ca for more information.

JOB SEARCH PROGRAM

Résumé & Cover Letter Translation

Please call for pricing.

Have your résumé and cover letter professionally translated from English to French. Submit your electronic document to [email protected] and your translation will be ready within seven business days.

Destination Montreal:Montreal-Regions

Connection Project

The Montreal-Regions Connection Project© aims to support youth who have moved to Montreal from the regions through networking events, specialized workshops and free employment and career counselling. Meet new friends from other regions in Quebec and receive resources and information to help you start your job search.NEW!


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YES’ Entrepreneurship Program offers workshops and seminars that will help you refi ne your ideas, start or grow your business and locate the resources you need to succeed. Pre-registration is required for some workshops. Entrepreneurship clients have free access to a computer lab with Internet and have access to a fax machine, a photocopier, a scanner, a telephone, and a resource library fi lled with the latest magazines and books.

Please Note: Late arrivals will not be admitted to workshops. If it is your fi rst time visiting YES, please arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop. Nominal charges may apply for some services.

Jump-Start Your Business Orientation Session©

Cost: Free (Handouts: $1)

Wednesday afternoons, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM*

Thinking of starting a business? Find out about the services and resources offered to you as a YES Entrepreneurship client. As a budding entrepreneur you do not want to miss this orientation session which provides the basic information required to launch your business. Get a glimpse at what it takes to be an entrepreneur, gather your facts and get ready to jump-start your business.

Grants and LoansInformation Session


Wednesday afternoons, 3:00 PM-4:00 PM*

By attending a Grants and Loans Information Session you will learn about funding options available through YES. Information is also available about funding options from different community programs. Topics covered include eligibility criteria, targeted sectors and industries, as well as levels of funding available.

Interactive Video Services To ensure that YES is able to help all English speaking Quebecers with their entrepreneurial start-up efforts, we have initiated interactive video services exclusively for clients living on the island of Montreal. Our standard low fees and sign-up procedures are required. Please note that you must have the appropriate hardware and bandwidth capabilities so please contact us at (514) 878-9788 beforehand to ensure the quality of the interaction.

Workshop Webinars – All of the entrepreneurship seminars will now be made available, should there be a demand, for interactive video service. Using our Webex service, clients will be able to watch, listen and respond to our seminars through their home computers. Pre-registration is required for all evening workshops.

Business Coaching** – Now you can take advantage of our coaching sessions via video. Our coaches now have video capabilities in their offi ces for long-distance interaction that is personal and private.

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* After the workshops there will be a one-on-one consultation session with a member of the entrepreneurship program to establish the most appropriate resources needed from YES to succeed.** For a one-time $20 entrepreneurship fi le activation fee you will have unlimited access to online business coaching. You are exempt from this fee if you are receiving social assistance at the time of your appointment, proof must be provided. Please review the Entrepreneurship Services section on page 3 for details on our cancellation policy.

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Business Coaching Sessions

*For a one-time $20 entrepreneurship fi le activation fee you will have unlimited access to specialized entrepreneurship and artists’ services including coaching, legal clinics and accounting clinics. You are exempt from this fee if you are receiving social assistance at the time of your appointment, proof must be provided. Please review the Artist and Entrepreneurship Services section on page 3 for details on our cancellation policy.** A referral from a YES Business Coach is required before your fi rst session.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAMOUR EXPERTISE AT YOUR SERVICE

Cost: Free*By appointment only.

We provide one-on-one support as you start, grow or expand your business. Our business coaching services will support you by providing answers to your business questions to ensure your success. We can assist you with:

• Idea evaluation and business set-up • Growing and maintaining your business • Business plan writing and development • Market research, sales and marketing • Advice on fi nancing options and resources • Importing/exporting, online business, franchising and more

Please contact us at 514-878-9788 to book an appointment for business coaching services. Drop-in business coaching services are available every Friday from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM for a 15-minute session. For these services you are not required to pay a registration fee and open a fi le.

Specialty Coaching(Branding)

Cost: Free*By appointment only**

Our branding coach will assist clients who are seeking to create, grow or enhance their brands. Work with a coach to develop a brand strategy, review your company’s identity and public perception. The coach can also work with you to examine your name, packaging, design, and product positioning or to help you learn about advertising optimization.

Off-Site Business Coaching

Cost: Free*

Have a YES Business Coach come to your existing place of business. Our coaches can provide you with information and tips on how to grow and help with the continuous improvement of your company. Businesses must be established and will go through a selection process. For more information please call 514-878-9788 ext. 323.

Legal Information ClinicFor Entrepreneurs


YES invites you to take advantage of our free legal clinic for entrepreneurs. Our legal information offi cer is available to provide information and to answer questions you may have relating to business issues such as business structures, contract law, taxation and intellectual property.

Accounting Clinic For Entrepreneurs


In this clinic, professional accountants are available to provide you with information and answers to any accounting questions you may have. Get advice on accounting issues such as record keeping, business valuations, fi nancial statements and business taxes.

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAMGET THE MOST OUT OF OUR YES ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOPS AND SAVE MONEYYES is pleased to offer great reduced rates for those who wish to take advantage of multiple workshops and seminars. Take a look at the following packages and get fantastic pricing on our already low-priced services.

You have to book these packages before September 13th, so don’t wait!

Please note: Cancellations for the Entrepreneur’s Packages must be received two business days before the start of the FIRST workshop in the package series.

Entrepreneur’s Packages: Entrepreneur’s Package 1: All our workshops (9 workshops) + the Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook: $150. (Value: $175) Workshops include: Start Your Own Business Seminar Series©, Investor’s Series©, Web Networking and www.yourWebsite.com.

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Entrepreneur’s Package 2: Start Your Own Business Seminar Series© + Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook + Investor’s Series: $130. (Value: $145)

Entrepreneur’s Package 4: Start Your Own Business Seminar Series© + Investor’s Series©: $90. (Value: $105)

Entrepreneur’s Package 3: Start Your Own Business Seminar Series© + Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook + Web Networking + www.yourWebsite.com: $120. (Value: $135)

Entrepreneur’s Package 5: Start Your Own Business Seminar Series© + Web Networking + www.yourWebsite.com: $80. (Value: $95)

Entrepreneur’s Package 6: Investor’s Series© + Web Networking + www.yourWebsite.com at $60. (Value: $70)

Cost:Entrepreneur’s Package 1: $150Entrepreneur’s Package 2: $130Entrepreneur’s Package 3: $120Entrepreneur’s Package 4: $90Entrepreneur’s Package 5: $80Entrepreneur’s Package 6: $60

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAMSTART YOUR OWN BUSINESS SEMINAR SERIES©

Now also available as a webcast!This four-week seminar is suitable for both novice entrepreneurs and those wishing to increase their business knowledge. Professionals and specialists in the fi eld will teach you the theories behind getting your business started. Participants who successfully attend the entire series will be presented with a YES Start Your Own Business Certifi cate of Completion©. Webcast services are available exclusively to clients living on the island of Montreal.

The Nuts & Bolts ofStarting Your Business

Take this opportunity to start off on the right foot! This seminar provides an overview of what you need to know as a budding entrepreneur. It addresses topics such as legal structures, contracts, permits, business numbers, and leasing.

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Research Your Marketand Market Your Business

This is an all-inclusive look at the fundamentals of both market research and marketing. It is a must for anyone who is pursuing their own business. As a crucial fi rst step in any business venture, market research will help you to defi ne your market, help you position yourself within that market and identify your competition. Also learn about the basic elements of marketing, including advertising, pricing and distribution to help promote your business.

2Speakers: Ron Abraira, John Molson School of BusinessRay Busbridge, Past Sales Director of Maple Leaf Foods

Speaker: Marvin Garellek, President & CEO, Internet Capital Bulletin Board

Financing YourBusiness

You can’t afford to miss this one; it could be worth money in the bank! Learn about the sources of funding that are available and the critical aspects to fi nancing your business start-up.

3Speaker: TBA

Topic:1. The Nuts & Bolts of Starting Your Business2. Research Your Market and Market Your Business3. Financing Your Business4. The Business Plan: a Roadmap to Success

Series 1October 5

October 12October 19October 26

Series 2November 9

November 16November 23November 30

The Business Plan:A Roadmap to Success

Don’t miss out! This seminar will give you insight into what a business plan is, why you need one, and where to go to get the help you need before you seek fi nancing.

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Speakers: Luciano D’Iorio, President, Terramont Real EstateChristina Sauro, YES Legal Information Offi cer

This series sells out quickly. Register now! Tuesday evenings, 6:30 PM-8:45 PMCost: $65 for the series (4 Seminars) or $95 for the series including the Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook


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ENTREPRENEURSHIP PROGRAMMEET THE EXPERTS

In this unique series of seminars, YES offers entrepreneurs of all ages and professional backgrounds the opportunity to learn from the experts. Seminar topics have been selected to meet the changing needs of the entrepreneurial community. Don’t delay, sign up today! Visit our website at www.yesmontreal.ca for regular updates on these seminars. Webcast services are available exclusively to clients living on the island of Montreal.

This three part series investigates the market of investment capital for start-ups.

Cost: $40 for the series (3 seminars)

Investor’s Series – When Grants and Loans Aren’t Enough©

An Entrepreneur’s Perspective

Monday evening, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: September 20

Listen to an entrepreneur who has received investment capital and learn the advantages and disadvantages of partnering with equity money.

Speaker: Ben Yoskovitz, CEO & Co-Founder of Standout Jobs

The Investment Agreement


What are the key points to recognize in investment agreements? In this workshop, our guest lawyer will discuss different aspects of agreements and what to look out for in order to ensure better success for the investor entrepreneur relationship.

Speaker:Louis-Philippe Denis, LLB BCL, Principal and Co-Founder Executive Counsel Group


Learn what investors are looking for and how to think about determining value, percentages to offer, and amount of participation. What do “angel”, “tranche”, “secondary” all mean? In this workshop, you will get an investor’s perspective on different aspects of how they see success and return on their investment.

Speaker:Daniel Drouet, Co-Founder of Montreal Start Up

Dealing with Investors

www.yourWebsite.comMonday evening, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: October 25

In many cases the most important marketing tool you will have is your website. In this workshop, learn what options are available to create a website. Learn about the implications of Web 2.0, SEO, metrics, advertising, tracking, linking and embedded media.

Cost: $15Speaker: Freddy Davy, Director of Account Services, High Touch Communications

Web NetworkingMonday evening, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: December 6

Should you Twitter? Should you have a Facebook page? Learn from the experts how best to use social media to drive your marketing efforts. Don’t waste time using the next generation of web tools ineffi ciently. Get the most out of these low cost offerings for more revenue.

Cost: $15Speaker: Chris Emergui, President & CEO, BAM Strategy

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TOOLS FOR YES CLIENTS & ALUMNI

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YES Entrepreneurs’ Networking Workshop

YES Entrepreneurs’ Board

Tuesday evening, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM: September 21Monday evening, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM: November 15

These evening workshops will help you to develop and practice your essential “people skills” by allowing you to present and discuss your projects and plans with other entrepreneurship and artist clients.

Get connected with fellow entrepreneurs. The YES Entrepreneurs’ Board offers an opportunity for YES entrepreneurship clients to post their business cards in our centre, in order to advertise their products and services. Post on our board for free. For more information please contact us at 514-878-9788.

YES Yellow Pages: E-Directory of

YES Entrepreneurs

YES offers a free marketing tool on our website for entrepreneurship clients to promote their services and products. The YES E-Directory is an online directory of our clients’ businesses and contact information. Anyone can have access to this virtual resource and learn about the services and products that YES clients have to offer. For more information please contact us at 514-878-9788.

Cost: Free (light refreshments will be served)

1The Montreal Entrepreneur’s Guidebook, 3rd Edition

This Guidebook provides entrepreneurs with a detailed roadmap outlining the steps involved in starting a business. It is used by several Montreal area educational institutions, including Concordia and McGill University.

Part 1, the “Entrepreneurial Roadmap”, takes you through eight steps that will help you reach your dream, featuring expert advice, insight, checklists, references, real-life entrepreneurial examples, self-evaluation, fi nding business opportunities, conducting effective market research, writing winning business plans, fi nding the money to fi nance your venture and helpful hints on running a successful venture. These articles are reprinted from almost 100 sources.

Part 2, the “Entrepreneurial Resource Guide”, is a comprehensive listing of local non-profi t, community and government organizations that provide valuable advice and assistance on everything from market research to business planning to fi nancing.

You can obtain the Guidebook in person at Youth Employment Services for $40 (taxes included). Save $10 on the cost of the Guidebook if you purchase it when opening your client fi le.


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The YES Artists’ Program is open to artists and artist-entrepreneurs of all ages and artistic backgrounds. The program aims to support and accompany artists in the development of entrepreneurial skills, strategies and tools to help turn their artistic passion into an economically viable profession. To best meet the diverse and particular needs of our artist clients, this program works closely with the YES Entrepreneurship, Job Search and Mentorship programs, which also offer specialty coaching, workshops and other services pertinent to artists.

Please note: Late arrivals will not be admitted to workshops. If it is your fi rst time visiting YES, please arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop. Nominal charges may apply for some services.

Jump-Start Your Art / Artists’ Grants & Loans

Information Session©


Thursdays, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM: Sept 9, Sept 23, Oct 7, Oct 21, Nov 4, Nov 18, Dec 2, Dec 16

Are you an artist seeking to make a living from your creativity and talent, but don’t know how? This orientation session outlines the support services available to artists through YES and other arts organizations, and touches upon key career basics, including: company registration/incorporation, GST/QST, accounting for/reporting self-employed earnings and expenses, marketing and promotion, arts funding options and essential grant writing tips.

Coaching Sessionsfor Artists

Cost: Free*

Please Note: Clients wishing to obtain artist coaching must fi rst attend a Jump-Start Your Art/Artists’ Grants & Loans Information Session©.

To book an appointment with the Artists’ Coach, please call 514-878-9788 ext. 314.

One-on-one sessions with a dedicated artists’ coach can be one-time, occasional or on-going in nature, and are intended to help artists defi ne and attain goals based on short- and long-term action plans. Guidance and support is offered in the following areas:

• Administration• Career development• Event and project planning• Funding and fund-raising• Grant writing• Industry resources and organizations• Marketing and promotional tools/strategies• Media and public relations• Time management

For coaching services and workshops offered by the YES Entrepreneurship Program, please refer to page 8.

Career Counsellingfor Artists

Cost: Free

The instability and contract-based nature of work in the arts leaves many wondering how to balance career security with their creative pursuits. Our career counsellors can help you! Begin exploring your options by attending our Jump-Start Your Job Search Orientation Session© (see page 4).

*Clients wishing to obtain specialized artists’ and entrepreneurial services, including one-on-one coaching or legal, accounting and branding clinics are required to pay a one-time $20 fi le activation fee. Clients receiving social assistance at the time of their appointment are exempt from this fee, but must provide proof. Please see page 3 for details on our cancellation policy.

ARTISTS’ PROGRAM


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ARTISTS’ PROGRAM

YOU HAVE THE TALENT AND THE VISION … MAKE IT WORK FOR YOU!

This handy guide is a must-have for career-minded emerging artists of all disciplines. Filled with useful, real-life tips, this book is based on interviews with more than 50 local professional artists, and covers topics such as accounting, employment and business basics, funding for artists, law and the arts, marketing, and more. Included is a resource listing of more than 75 local and national associations, granting agencies and arts service agencies.

Cost: $19.95 (taxes included/shipping not included)Available for purchase at YES or by phone at 514-878-9788.

BUSINESS SKILLS FOR CREATIVE SOULS: THE MONTREAL ARTIST’S HANDBOOK

Computer Lab &Resource Library

YES’ in-house computer lab has several work stations equipped with current software and internet access. A photocopier, scanner and fax machine are also available for your career-related activities (a nominal fee may apply for some services, such as photocopying, etc.).

Our resource library for artists, entrepreneurs and job seekers contains a wide array of books, publications, directories, how-to guides and a job postings binder for on-site consultation.

Mentorship for Artists

Please see page 18 for more information.

The YES Artists’ Mentorship Program matches emerging artists and artist-entrepreneurs with established artists, cultural administrators and/or business professionals so that they may benefi t from their expertise, knowledge and networks. Mentees and mentors under the YES Artists’ Mentorship Program must commit to meeting in person at least once per month over the course of one year. Mentorship candidates must be pre-screened by the Artists’ Coach.


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ARTISTS’ PROGRAM

YES’ Business Skills for Creative Souls© workshops are presented by working industry professionals. Workshop topics are structured with artists’ and artist-entrepreneurs’ specifi c needs in mind. Each session includes time for a question and answer period, as well as networking and exchange. Updates and additions to our artists’ workshops and events are available at www.yesmontreal.ca.

Please Note: Pre-registration is required, as workshops often sell out. Maximum workshop capacity is 30 attendees.

Cost: $15 each or $65 for the series (5 workshops) or $75 for the series plus the Montreal Artist’s Handbook.

Getting the Word Out: Publicity for Independent Artists

Cost: $15

Wednesday, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: October 6

There’s no such thing as bad publicity, but even bad publicity takes work. Building a successful artistic career means you’ll need to attract, cultivate and build an on-going relationship with your public and the media. This requires know-how and a few essential tools such as an up-to-date media and contact list, press kit, and knowing where, when and how to promote your events for maximum visibility. This workshop will help you learn how to get the word out easily, effectively and with little or no expense.

BUSINESS SKILLS FOR CREATIVE SOULS© WORKSHOPS FOR ARTISTS

How to Write an Effective Artist Grant

Cost: $15

Wednesday, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: September 15

In order to produce, promote and distribute their work, artists need the recognition of their peers and the capital to fi nance their endeavors. This workshop focuses on techniques to help you turn out grant applications that are as strong and outstanding as your work, and offers an overview of funding agencies, programs, deadlines, eligibility criteria, selection processes, and other handy tips.

Making Waves on the World-Wide Web

Cost: $15

Wednesday, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: October 27

The internet offers artists a world of opportunities, but creating a powerful web presence takes know-how. Maximize the web’s potential to advance your artistic practice by developing a comprehensive web marketing strategy and learn to: optimize a web site’s look, content and search engine visibility, keep it simple and easy to update, monitor your web traffi c, use existing technologies such as blogs, mass mailings and social media to reach your publics and sell your work online.


Volume 10, Issue 1

Copyrights for Musicians

Cost: $15

Wednesday, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: November 17

Understanding copyright laws can be challenging, but in order to protect their work from misuse, artists must arm themselves with knowledge. This workshop for musicians and music industry workers will provide you with discipline-specifi c information relating to the copyright act and its application, including: authorship, infringement, fair dealing, moral rights, contracts, and other related topics and resources, such as SODRAC’s rights management services.

ARTISTS’ PROGRAMBUSINESS SKILLS FOR CREATIVE SOULS© WORKSHOPS FOR ARTISTS

Governance 101

Cost: $15

Wednesday, 6:30 PM-8:45 PM: December 8An artist’s greatest asset is creativity, but successful artistic careers require business savvy and good administrative practices. This workshop covers key topics from a legal and fi nancial perspective, including organizational models (registration, incorporation, non-profi t), GST/QST, reporting self-employment income, record-keeping protocols, and income tax considerations.

WIN $1,000 TOWARDS YOUR ARTISTIC PROJECT!

SHOWCASE YOUR WORK AT THE YES ART EXPO!

This annual grant offers a cash prize towards the realization of an artistic project or initiative with an entrepreneurial bent. Other prizes include free YES workshops, one-on-one coaching and our Montreal Artist’s Handbook. Three fi nalists will be awarded their prizes in June 2011 at our annual Business Skills for Creative Souls© Artists’ Conference.

For contest information and eligibility criteria, please visit www.yesmontreal.ca.

Submission Deadline: March 31, 2011 5:00 PM

A free public event celebrating the business of art and the art of business, the YES Art Expo showcases the talents and works of our Artists’ Program clients in the convivial ambiance of the Just for Laughs Museum on March 10, 2011.

Open to YES Artist Program clients who received services prior to November 1, 2010.

Please visit www.yesmontreal.ca for submission details and eligibility criteria.

Submission Deadline: December 13, 2010 5:00 PM

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Become A Mentor* Are you an experienced professional with a sense of commitment and desire to give back to the community? Do you want to share your knowledge and expertise? If you answered yes to either of these questions, please contact YES for further information on how you can give something back to the community by becoming a mentor.

For more information about the YES Mentorship Programs, please call the YES Mentorship Coordinator at 514-878-9788 ext. 311.

* Mentees and mentors under the YES Entrepreneurship and Artists’ Mentorship Program must commit to meeting in person at least once a month for a period of one year and for the Career Mentorship Program at least once a month for a period of six months.

The YES Mentorship Program aims to facilitate the transfer of skills and wisdom from an experienced professional (a mentor) to a less-experienced individual (a mentee). A mentor acts as a guide, a role model and as an advisor to a mentee, who is willing to learn from their mentor’s experiences in order to develop their career or business. The development of a successful mentoring relationship requires an investment of time, the ability to be open and honest, and a commitment to personal development and learning. Our “Pay It Forward” Mentorship Program© assists the transition from school to work or self-employment through the transferring of knowledge from mentor to mentee.

Career Mentorship Program*

Artists’ Mentorship Program*

The YES Career Mentorship Program facilitates youth career development and employment in Quebec. Mentees are matched with experienced professionals who can provide support, guidance and encouragement. Career mentees work towards achieving specifi c career goals that they establish at the start of the relationship.

The YES Artists’ Mentorship Program offers career guidance and support to emerging artists and arts professionals by matching them with established artists, cultural administrators and/or business professionals so that they may benefi t from their expertise, knowledge and networks. Mentees and mentors work together to identify and work toward short- and long-term career goals, and how to overcome obstacles that arise along the way. Mentorship candidates must be pre-screened by the Artists’ Coach.

Entrepreneurship Mentorship Program*

The YES Entrepreneurship Mentorship Program aims to increase the success rate of start-up entrepreneurs by providing them access to the knowledge and expertise they need to make good business decisions on their own. Entrepreneurs are matched with experienced business people who can provide support, guidance and encouragement. The entrepreneurship mentees work with their mentors at the onset of the relationship, whereby they establish the specifi c goals they are going to achieve.

MENTORSHIP PROGRAM


Volume 10, Issue 1

YES’ ArtisticProject Plan Contest

Deadline to apply: March 31, 2011 5:00 PM

For more information about this contest, please attend a Jump-Start Your Art / Artists’ Grants & Loans Information Session© or visit our website.

This annual contest offers applicants the opportunity to win $1,000 in grant money toward the realization, promotion and/or presentation of an artistic project/initiative. The winner will be awarded a cash prize, and along with the 2nd and 3rd place winners, will receive free workshops and other prizes from YES. The three fi nalists will be awarded their prizes on June 6th at our 11th Annual Business Skills for Creative Souls Artists’ Conference©.

Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for this grant, you must (1) be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or landed immigrant, (2) have less than 5 years of artistic practice, (3) not be a full-time student.

Eligible projects must (1) be past the research/development phase, and ready for promotion/implementation, (2) result in a fi nished work or project that can be brought before and/or sold to a public, (3) be completed within 12 months of receiving the grant.

Whether you are an artist or entrepreneur looking to start your business or looking to expand, we have funding options for you. By attending a Grants & Loans Information Session you will learn about funding options available through YES. Information is also available about funding options from different community programs. Topics also covered include eligibility criteria, targeted sectors and industries, as well as levels of funding available. For more information, please contact us at 514-878-9788. A complete list detailing the eligibility criteria can be found at www.yesmontreal.ca.

For Entrepreneurs:Grants & Loans

Wednesday afternoons, 2:00 PM-3:00 PMCost: Free (Handouts $1)See page 8 for details.

For Artists: Jump-Start YourArt / Artists’ Grants & Loans©

Thursday afternoons, 2:00 PM-4:00 PMCost: Free (Handouts $1)See page 14 for details.

Entrepreneurship Business Plan Contest

Each year, YES teams up with La Fondation du maire de Montréal to offer a grant to support young start-up entrepreneurs.

Start preparing today and give yourself the best chance of receiving a grant of up to $7,500 for your business. For more information, please attend the Entrepreneurship Grants & Loans Information Session (see page 8).

Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for this grant, you must (1) be between 18 and 35 years of age, (2) have a low income, (3) live and operate your business on the island of Montreal.

Deadline to apply: February 2011

Canadian Youth BusinessFoundation Loan

Are you in need of fi nancing for your new business? You may be eligible for a loan of up to $45,000 through YES in partnership with the Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF). It is mandatory that you meet with a business coach before submitting a loan application.

GRANTS & LOANS


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UPCOMING EVENTS

YES invites you to come join us for a night fi lled with great entertainment, food and friends all benefi tting YES. Tune In To YES4© kicks off with a celebratory toast followed by our popular silent auction featuring items such as weekend getaways, fi ne dining, works of art, sports memorabilia and much, much more. This event will feature some of the fi nest internationally renowned entertainment. Stay tuned for more information about what is anticipated to be our best fundraising event yet!

Tune In To YES4©

Benefi t Concert

Cost: $100 ($75 tax receipt)October 14, 2010Location: Club Soda, 1225 St. Laurent

The 8th Annual Quebec Employment Service Providers Conference©

The 8th edition of this full-day conference will address trends in the Quebec marketplace, interactive workshops and a keynote address. Specifi cally dedicated to career and employment counsellors who provide English-language employment services in Quebec, this conference aims to provide a forum to exchange ideas and interact with other professionals in the fi eld.

November 22, 2010Location: Holiday Inn, 420 Sherbrooke St. West

The 2nd Annual YES Art Expo

The YES Art Expo is a public event showcasing the work and talent of our artist and artist-entrepreneur clients. Featuring a wide array of original artwork and creative products available for sale by the artists and artisans we have proudly supported throughout the years, this fun-fi lled evening of mini-showcases, presentations and networking galore is not to be missed. Last year over 1000 people attended.

Artists wishing to participate in the Art Expo are asked to consult the eligibility criteria and application protocols on our website, and to submit the appropriate documents before the submission deadline to [email protected].

March 10, 2011Location: Just for Laughs Museum, 211 St. Laurent

Submission Deadline: December 13, 2010 5:00 PM

The 14th Annual YES Entrepreneurship Conference

With a turn in the economy, entrepreneurship, self-employment and contract work will be on the rise, but how will you decide if the time is right for you to make the switch? Attend our conference to learn about entrepreneurship from successful entrepreneurs including our inspirational keynote speaker. Past speakers have included Cora Tsoufl idou (Chez Cora), Herschel Segal (Le Château), Inder Bedi (MATT & NAT), Tatiana Londono (Londono Realty Group) and Salvatore Parasuco (Parasuco Jeans).

April 9, 2011 Location: Centre Mont-Royal, 2200 Mansfi eld

The 11th Annual YES Artists’ Conference - Business Skills

for Creative Souls©

This unique conference brings together emerging and established artists from all disciplines for a full-day of inspiration, information and exchange. The day’s agenda includes panel discussions with working artists and arts professionals who share their experiences and insights on making it in Quebec’s cultural industries. Hosting more than 250 participants, speakers and special guests annually, this not-to-be-missed event has over the years hosted some of Montreal’s most renowned artists and cultural industry leaders. Mark your agendas, prepare for networking galore, and don’t forget your business cards!

June, 2011

HOLD THE DATEApril 9, 2011

Centre Mont-Royal 2200 Mansfi eld, Montreal

To register or for more information: 514-878-9788 www.yesmontreal.ca

EntrepreneurshipConference

In this photo at the table from left to right: Executive Vice-President and Co-Founder of Orckestra Vincent Trépanier, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Moozoo Juices and Creative Director of BeaverTails Tina Serrão, CJAD Radio-Astral Media Host Ric Peterson, President and Founder of Bierbrier Brewing Inc. Charles Bierbrier, and President and Founder of La fourmi bionique Geneviève Gagnon at the 13th Annual YES Entrepreneuship Conference.

The 14th Annual


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YES STAFF, BOARD & ADVISORSSTAFFFernanda AmaroSilvina AsurmendiEllen EnglertSamantha GoldbergNadja GrabovariSherry HollingerAnnalise ItenNathaniel JewittElise JoubertDouglas LeaheyDaniel LégaréMonika MajewskiElda PappadaMaria PereiraIris UngerCatherine VillebrunSimone WeirMarc Wrobel

BOARD OF DIRECTORSPast PresidentHarold SimpkinsJohn Molson School of Business Concordia University

PresidentJohn AylenJohn Aylen Communications

Vice PresidentLuciano D’IorioTerramont Real Estate Services

TreasurerGavin CorreaLitwin Correa Chartered Accountants

SecretaryMichael EskenaziFelix and Norton International Inc.

Pino Di IoiaMoozoo Juices/BeaverTails

Ron DrennanDrennan Consulting

Chris EmerguiBAM Strategy

Teresa KirkwoodCentralKnowledge

Tom KouriHigh-Touch Communications

Jordan Le Bel, Ph.D.John Molson School of Business Concordia University

Chad LoevenNet-Wall Internet Security Inc.

Iris UngerYouth Employment Services (YES)

ADVISORY COUNCILLionel BlanshayRob BraideScott ConrodCharles B. CrawfordJohn W. DobsonPeter R. JohnsonGuy LaframboiseTimothy LeynePeter McAuslanAndy NulmanPhilip O’BrienHilary RadleyHerschel SegalRobert Walsh

yes fall 2010 program book

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evening workshops

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thematic workshops

montreal artists handbook

mentoring program

job postings

business skills

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