Our History.
The Sudbury Vocational Resource Centre was established in 1986 to respond to restructuring that was taking place in the mining industry.
The initiative was called Project 25-44 and was designed to re-integrate males receiving social assistance back into the labour force. As a result of this highly successful program, the Centre expanded to provide services in partnership with Federal, Provincial and Regional governments.
SVRC incorporated in 1986 and has charitable status. Charitable # 128101615RR0001.
The organization has a Board of Directors that is highly committed to maintaining a productive, warm and friendly environment where employment and training information can be obtained.
Our Mandate.
The Board of Directors, established the organization's mandate:
- to provide a resource centre to assist unemployed clients to secure employment
- to provide employment counselling and referral to other services and programs
- to network on issues regarding literacy/numeracy
- to provide literacy/numeracy to clients to ensure that the utilization of community programs, services and resources are available to the unemployed
- to enhance their employability
Staff Directory
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Chantal Makela
Executive Director
Phone: 7056712544
Email: chantalm@svrc.on.ca
"It is overwhelmingly exciting to be part of a team that is devoted to creating a safe space for all and work diligently to support people in achieving their goals. We are all motivated to continually seek innovative ways to provide inclusive, effective and high-end services."
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Mona Sauvé-Turner
Assistant Director
Phone: 7056712544
Email: monat@svrc.on.ca
"We pride ourselves in offering excellent client service"
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Gord Santala
Program Manager
Phone: 7056712544
Email: gords@svrc.on.ca
"Your success is our success!"
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Pauline Montgomery
Program Manager
Phone: 7056712544
Email: paulinem@svrc.on.ca
"SVRC is an expert in its field and delivers services with great kindness. We are wide open to endless possibilities and a bright future for everyone. It is rewarding to know clients leave feeling better than when they arrived, with some hope and confidence that they’ve come to the right place."
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Ginette Comeau-Roy
Program Manager-EWT
Phone: 7056712544
Email: ginettec@svrc.on.ca
"If you are not willing to learn, no one can help you. If you are determined to learn, no one can stop you."
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André René
Employment Consultant
Phone: 7056712544
Email: andrer@svrc.on.ca
"You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take."
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Amanda Vallière
Instructor
Phone: 7056712544
Email: amandav@svrc.on.ca
"Beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you."
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Catherine Sutherland
Employment Counsellor
Phone: 7056712544
Email: catherines@svrc.on.ca
"I believe that everyone has a purpose in life and unique talents that can be used to find a career that is rewarding! Maintain a positive focus, concentrate on your successes and never stop working on the steps needed to take to you to your goals."
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Denise Henry
Employment Counsellor
Phone: 7056712544
Email: deniseh@svrc.on.ca
"An impression, a thought, an inspiration sets us on a journey of discovery. Curiosity propels us. Let’s continue to be curious…"
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Elaine Lavigne
Employment Counsellor
Phone: 7056712544
Email: elainel@svrc.on.ca
"At SVRC I enjoy the fast pace of decision & action taken to provide immediate available resources for clients!"
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Gary Ransom
Employment Consultant
Phone: 7056712544
Email: garyr@svrc.on.ca
"It is important for me that our clients know that by working together we can build a better future!"
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Joanne Robillard
Employment Counsellor
Phone: 7056712544
Email: joanner@svrc.on.ca
"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are."
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Kim Sheppard
Reception
Phone: 7056712544
Email: kims@svrc.on.ca
"You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream."
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Liette Lawton
Employment Consultant
Phone: 7056712544
Email: Liettel@svrc.on.ca
"I truly believe that dreams do not become reality through magic. It takes sweat, determination and hard work. What I love about working at SVRC is everyone that comes through our center are heard and respected; and if I can help make a difference in someone’s life then I’m happy!!"
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Linda Erskine
Employment Consultant
Phone: 7056712544
Email: lindae@svrc.on.ca
"Personal and professional growth equals empowerment!"
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Louise Charbonneau
Employment Counsellor
Phone: 7056712544
Email: louisec@svrc.on.ca
"What makes SVRC unique is that “Each client matters”. Not just for numbers but as individuals we can try to help."
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Lucille Paquette
Employment Counsellor
Phone: 7056712544
Email: lucillep@svrc.on.ca
"Working with an experienced Employment Counsellor is… a great career move."
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Lynne Gliebe
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 7056712544
Email: lynneg@svrc.on.ca
"It is exciting to be part of the SVRC family. Together we enjoy many things like organized activities however we are most committed to helping clients achieve their dream!"
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Mike DeGagné
Instructor
Phone: 7056712544
Email: miked@svrc.on.ca
"The wisest mind has something yet to learn."
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Nancy Klempt
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 7056712544
Email: nancyk@svrc.on.ca
"Be yourself; everyone else is already taken."
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Simon Lawton
Employer Counsellor
Phone: 7056712544
Email: simonl@svrc.on.ca
"SVRC is a great place to access services and to work. All our staff seek to meet people’s needs and to serve our community."
Board of Directors
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Pieter Bergman
Chairperson
"The staff at SVRC are passionate about their work and are truly committed to delivering client centered services. It is their mission to support everyone on their journey to finding meaningful employment opportunities."
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Jayne Blair
Vice Chair
"I hope that when clients leave SVRC they have had a positive experience and were able to have more tools in their toolbox than they had when they entered our doors. "Be open to new experiences"
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Brigitte Labby
Secretary
"I am thrilled to be a Board member and support the organization’s vision towards teamwork, stability and making a difference. It is exciting to be part of an agency that is thriving for change and creating positive future plans. It’s heartwarming to know all clients benefit from our services, short time or long term."
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Gilles Brunet
Treasurer
"I am most proud of the devoted staff and the high quality of services they provide to our clients"
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Jim Burke
Board Member
"Be yourself; everyone else is already taken."
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Tom Moland
Board Member
"It is a pleasure to support an organization that is constantly seeking opportunities to evolve and grow with the times!"