Vancouver Midtown: December Newsletter

Greetings🌟

As we enter the festive season, the WorkBC Vancouver Midtown team wishes you a warm and restful holiday period!
This time of year is not only a chance to recharge, but also a valuable moment to reflect on your job search, celebrate your progress, and reset your goals for the months ahead. Whether you're preparing for new opportunities in the new year, planning your next steps, or reconnecting with your Case Manager, we're here to support you as you move forward with confidence.

Holidays Hours

Please note that our holiday operating hours will change on the following dates. Both East and West locations will follow the schedules listed below.

📅 December 8–12

East & West

Day	East	West
Mon	8:30–5:00	8:30–5:00
Tue	8:30–6:00	8:30–6:00
Wed	8:30–3:00	8:00–2:30
Thu	8:30–6:00	8:30–6:00
Fri	9:00–5:00	8:30–4:30

📅 December 15–19

Regular operating hours

📅 December 22–26

East & West

Day	East	West
Mon	8:30–6:00	8:30–6:00
Tue	8:30–6:00	8:30–6:00
Wed	8:30–3:30	8:30–3:30
Thu	CLOSED	CLOSED
Fri	CLOSED	CLOSED

📅 December 29 – January 2

East & West

Day	East	West
Mon	8:30–5:00	8:30–6:00
Tue	8:30–6:00	8:30–6:00
Wed	8:30–4:00	8:30–4:00
Thu	CLOSED	CLOSED
Fri	8:30–5:00	8:30–4:00

Skills Training Information Session

Skills Training Information Session

Interested in learning more about WorkBC sponsored training options? This is your chance to learn from our in-house expert Candace Lee, who will discuss what it looks like to access training through WorkBC and share her experience on how it works. A few points during the presentation include details of filling out the application package, the importance of the application, and its components.

RSVP here

Meet the Employer

Meet the Employer: Statistics Canada – Census Jobs Information Session

Date: Dec 3, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Virtual: Link sent after registration

Join us online to chat with Stats Canada about landing a Census job – get tips and ask questions! This session will give job seekers a clear overview of Census roles, hiring requirements, and the application process directly from the employer.

Register here

Green Energy

Fully Funded Green Energy Installer Program

ACE Community College is now offering a fully funded Green Energy Installer program (Green Energy Installer (EV and Solar) - Ace Community College), starting December 1, 2025.

The program runs evenings and Saturdays (Tuesday & Thursday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM) and combines in-person classroom and practical training.

For more information and admissions, please contact via admissions@acecollegecanada.com

WorkBC Leads is starting soon!

In group workshops, various topics are covered to assist in preparing for, finding and maintaining employment, as well as health and safety. Each pathway will bring you a step closer to enhancing wellness, increasing employability and strengthening confidence.

Program details:

54 Program hours over 10 weeks
Offered part-time and fully virtual

Start Date: January 27, 2026

How to Register: To register contact your case manager, or contact: 604-908-1227 or leads_vancouver@ywcavan.org

December Workshops at WorkBC Vancouver Midtown

Register for December 2025 workshops at Vancouver Midtown!

Click here to view this month's workshop schedule via the Client Hub! Workshops are held virtually and in-person.

Please contact your case manager for assistance with registering for a workshop.

No Hub account yet? Please contact your Case Manager to create an account or to get registered for workshops.

Success Story

Your Feedback Matters

If you had a great experience with us, please take a moment to leave a review on Google. Your feedback helps us improve and allows others to find the support they need.

Work BC Midtown East: Leave a Google Review

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Your feedback will help learn how to better reach others and support more Employment Journeys. Thank you for your support!

Job Fairs

S.U.C.C.E.S.S.& Work BC Vancouver Midtown Job Fair
Jan 21, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

More details coming soon—stay tuned!

Training and Events

Communicating Across Differences Course

This is a 30-hour long course and will run for 6 weeks. This course will help to improve your business communications by learning how to navigate cultural differences, improve collaboration, and foster inclusive communication in today’s diverse, multidisciplinary workplaces. This is a free course that is funded through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant.

Learn more

Essential AI Skills for Businesses - Online

This one-day hands-on course will empower business owners with AI tools to manage their business and become confident in using AI tools.

Learn more

Meet the Employer: TransLink - Online

Hear directly from TransLink about their organization, how their divisions create diverse career opportunities, and the roles they’re currently recruiting for. This session will give you a clear overview of available positions and potential career paths.

Register here

Ask a Career Counselor: Interview Skills

Getting ready for an interview? Want to learn how to make a strong first impression? Join our Ask a Career Counselor: Interview Skills session! Learn helpful strategies, get answers to your questions, and boost your confidence for your next opportunity. Open to all job seekers.

Register here

Medical Administrative Assistants training for Immigrants

FREE TRAINING OF B.C.’S MOST IN-DEMAND FIELDS. No experience needed.Job-ready skills for medical offices, clinics, and healthcare settings. Hands-on training with admin tools and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Systems. For more information or registration, please contact: plaza@latincouver.ca | 604-5660-999

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Connect with us!

Vancouver Midtown East WorkBC Centre
110 East 3rd Avenue
Vancouver, BC V5T 1C8
604-829-2300
info-vancouvermidtown-east@workbc.ca
https://www.workbccentre-vancouvermidtown-east.ca/

Vancouver Midtown West WorkBC Centre
300-2150 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC V6K 4L9
604-688-4666
info-vancouvermidtown-west@workbc.ca
https://www.workbccentre-vancouvermidtown-west.ca