REGINA – The Regina Open Door Society (RODS) hosted their first annual job fair Thursday for the entire community.
“We were expecting a good turnout but this is definitely surprising,” RODS Employment Services Job Developer Victoria Flores said.
Thirty-five employers gathered at the Corie Ritchie Centre to offer employment information to prospective job seekers.
Usually, RODS holds smaller events focused more on newcomers, but this year was different.
“We’ve seen people both from Open Door and the community coming here,” Flores added.
With Saskatchewan’s economy taking a beating due to a drop in commodity prices, many of those in attendance said their hoping the job fair will help them find employment.
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“I am an electrician but now I have no job,” Omar said, while also acknowledging he’s been laid off from his unionized position two months ago.
“This event also provides employers with an opportunity to meet hundreds of job-ready candidates that bring a wealth of experience, education, and skills.” Flores said.
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