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Economic Portrait of the RCM
The market being favorable to employment, the RCM is characterized by a particularly large job offer in forestry and in the vast trades offered by the mining world.
JOB SEARCH ASSISTANCE
Several employability organizations are available to guide you in your job search.
Mouvement de la relève d’Amos-région (French only)Services for youth aged 16 to 35 that promote social and professional integration, regardless of their social or economic status. 162 Mercier Blvd, suite #2 |
Vision-Travail (French only)Service to help develop the employability of people experiencing difficulties in integrating into the labour market 509 1ère Rue Ouest |
Emploi-QuébecSpecialized employment services for people who can undertake a process that will eventually lead them to enter or remain in the labour market. 262 1ère Avenue Est |
Orpaire Focus 50 ans et + (french only)Services for people 50 years and older. Planning, organizing, and carrying out job-related activities and events for this age group. 113 Mercier Blvd |
Emploi et développement de Pikogan (french only)Services for indigenous people living in Pikogan. Training, job search and last resort financial assistance. 55 Migwan St |
fnhrdCQ(Val-d’Or Urban Service Centre - First Nations Human Resources Development Commission of Quebec) Provide employment and training services and programs to urban First Nations, Inuit, and Métis clients. 190 Perrault Ave |
Study Opportunities
Education is one of the areas of excellence of the Abitibi MRC. From elementary school to university, everyone has access to quality educational opportunities. An academic path is available to you:
- Primary level: you will have the choice between conventional or alternative education, as well as the possibility of a music orientation.
- High school: several sport-study programs as well as artistic orientations are available to you.
- Post-secondary level: vocational, college and university training offer you the opportunity to develop your skills for your future career.
Depending on your vision of the future, here are different institutions that can guide you in your choices:
PRIMARYNearly 20 schools |
high school2 schools, 3 pavilions |
ADULT EDUCATIONPavilions in Amos and Barraute |
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING3 pavilions, 17 programs |
CEGEP OF ABITIBI-TEMISCAMINGUEActive campus with nearly 200 students |
UNIVERSITY OF QUEBEC IN ABITIBI-TEMISCAMINGUETraining from 1st to 3rd cycle |
Here are the coordinates of the main establishments where professionals, which are all under one roof, will be able to answer your questions regarding the list of schools, courses, and schedules:
341, Principale Nord St, Amos QC, J9T 2L8
Centre de services scolaire HarricanaTel.: 819-732-6561 |
Cégep de l'Abitibi-Témiscamingue,
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Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue,
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