>I want to help young people ages 18 - 30 who have had a bad
>start to learn basic office skills needed to get into the work
>force. My services would include basic office skills along
>with a self esteem course, how to find a job, how to interview
>for a job, resume writing, etc. but I don't know where to
>start.
>
>Any suggestions?
>
>S. Renae Whitaker

Such a program has been operating in Montreal since 1970.

http://www.epoc-montreal.ca/

It wouldn't hurt to speak with the directors. I "graduated" from Epoc in 1987.

Talk to Liz Cutter, I believe she's been there since the beginning and if not, was there when I was.

Elisabeth Kutter
Coordinator / Counsellor
Tel: 514-877-6897
E-Mail: ekutter@epoc-montreal.ca

She may have some insights worth asking about. Feel free to tell her that Graduate Tina Smith sent you... (That's my maiden name).

I think it's a brilliant idea and it should be available in every city.

Tina Brooks, VP Marketing
Brooks Pepperfire Foods, Inc.
Makers of Peppermaster Hot Sauces
http://www.peppermaster.com

Eat more peppers!