VANCOUVER PUBLIC LIBRARY: SKILLED IMMIGRANT INFOCENTRE EVENTS
Multiple events/dates available
Are you exploring careers or looking for a job? Check out these free workshops and events hosted by VPL's Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre, including Career and Job Search Tours, Canadian Workplace Culture and Communication, and more!
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Art Therapy for Workplace Wellness
March 9, 2024 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Art Therapy for Workplace Wellness by Zehra Kizilbash, Certified Art Therapist. Cultivating Self-Awareness & Managing Stress.
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Taxation System in Canada” Settlement Program in Collaboration with St. Mary’s Migrant Ministry
March 9, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
It’s tax time once again! Join us in a webinar and learn about:▪The importance and benefits of filing taxes in Canada▪Updates on the tax system▪Information and documents needed to file taxes▪Where to find help
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How to Become a Digital Marketer
March 12, 2024 | 4:00 – 5:30 pm
What is Digital Marketing? Is Digital Marketing the Future? Career Opportunities How to start a career in Digital Marketing?
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Job fair Hosted by Gateway to Tourism & Hospitality
March 12, 2024 | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Join In-Person Hospitality & Tourism JobFair, hosted by Gateway to Tourism &Hospitality Programs Jobs for Newcomers. The job fair will include guest speakers, panel discussions, workshops, and employers’ booths. Come join us and network with the leading employers in the Hospitality &Tourism industry and more.
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Customer Service Basics & SuperHost (Online & In-person)
March 13, 2024 | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
DIVERSEcity Skills Training Centre offers online skills training courses to help job seekers enter the workforce with job-ready skills, information, and confidence! Learn Customer Service Basics (3 sessions) & SuperHost (1 day) with this online and in-person course offered by DIVERSEcity Skills Training Centre. For more information, call 604-547-2010, email: skillstraining@dcrs.ca, or visit dcrs.ca/STC.
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Resume & Job Search
March 14, 2024 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Unlock your career potential with our Resume and Job Search Workshop! Identifying your digital skills gap and learning needs for employment. Searching employment opportunities on job boards. Prepare online job applications. Modifying your Resume
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B-Hired Info Session
March 15, 2024 | 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
B-Hired INFO SESSION, we will provide an overview of the B-HIRED Employment Program. Please come with your questions! B-HIRED is a free online job readiness and skills training program for newcomer youth to launch their careers in Canada.
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Gateway to Tourism & Hospitality Info session - Zoom
March 13 and 27 2024 | 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Receive mentorship from industry experts, and gain support with preparing for interviews and understanding what employers want.
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WorkBC Vancouver Midtown - FREE Information Session
March 27, 2024 | 11:00 am to 11:30 am
This is a great opportunity to learn more and ask any questions about WorkBC's FREE programs and services, which are all aimed at helping you achieve your career goals. The event will be conducted online so that you can attend from the comfort of your home via your computer or mobile device.
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Ask a Career Counsellor
March 28, 2024 | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Drop by to learn how WorkBC can help you reach your career goals. We help with career planning, writing resumes, preparing for job interviews, funding for training, and more! In partnership with WorkBC.
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