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(Capsule) Karl Gendron - Ébéniste chez Karl' s Refinishing, Kapuskasing

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My name is Karl Gendron and I am a cabinetmaker by profession. I started my Karl’s Refinishing business and am self-employed. Originally from Kapuskasing, I started working with wood at a very young age. My passion and my know-how for this profession were shared with me by my grandfather. Today that passion has become my career! Sharing my passion and my creativity with my clients motivates me to always offer excellent quality service and products.

Levels:
Secondary Grade 12 Grade 11 Grade 10 Grade 9
Subjects:
Guidance and Career Education
Themes:
Franco-Ontarian Culture Francophonie
French level:
B1: Threshold Independent User (B1 - B2) B2: Vantage
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E3 : (Entrevue) Karl Gendron Ébéniste chez Karl's Refinishing Kapuskasing

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Interview: Karl Gendron is a cabinetmaker by profession. He is the founder and owner of his own company, Karl’s Refinishing. Originally from Kapuskasing, he has been working with wood from an early age. His passion and his knowledge for this profession were bequeathed to him by his grandfather. Today, he shares his passion and…
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E13 : (Capsule) Karl Gendron - Ébéniste chez Karl' s Refinishing, Kapuskasing

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My name is Karl Gendron and I am a cabinetmaker by profession. I started my Karl’s Refinishing business and am self-employed. Originally from Kapuskasing, I started working with wood at a very young age. My passion and my know-how for this profession were shared with me by my grandfather. Today that passion has become my career!…
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Parcours et détours - Fiche pédagogique Karl Gendron - TWJ3E

For grade 11 and 12 students, the general objectives of this sheet are:
• To expose student to various study and career paths.
• To identify the different paths leading to a career thanks to the Learning, Career and Life Planning Program.
• To become aware of the added value of the French language and bilingualism in the labor market.
*More specificly:*
• Compare carpentry to cabinetry.
• Think about the cabinetmaker and carpenter trades
• Record thoughts in an electronic portfolio or study plan.

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Parcours et détours - Fiche pédagogique Karl Gendron - BDI3C

For grade 11 and 12 students, the general objectives of this sheet are:
• To expose student to various study and career paths.
• To identify the different paths leading to a career thanks to the Learning, Career and Life Planning Program.
• To become aware of the added value of the French language and bilingualism in the labor market.
*More specificly:*
• Discover the characteristics, motivations and attitudes of an entrepreneur.
• Participate in case studies and offers solutions
• Record thoughts in an electronic portfolio or study plan.

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Levels:
Secondary Grade 12 Grade 11 Grade 10 Grade 9
Subjects:
Guidance and Career Education
Themes:
Franco-Ontarian Culture Francophonie
French level:
B1: Threshold Independent User (B1 - B2) B2: Vantage