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WorkBC Centre – Vancouver Midtown
Monthly Newsletter

JANUARY 2022

New Year, New Workshop! Changing Perspectives: The power of reframing 

Are you quick to judge others? What about judging yourself? If so, this is the workshop for you. We will learn how to look at personality traits from more than one angle. Any attribute that might be viewed as negative from one perspective can equally be seen as positive from another. This is called reframing and it can have a powerful impact on both our views of others and ourselves.

First offering will be January 22nd from 2-3pm. Sign up here! 

January 2022 Workshop Schedule


WorkBC Midtown - Workshop Calendar

 

 

UPCOMING VIRTUAL EVENTS

BC INDUSTRY TRAINING AUTHORITY – FRESH LOOK AT TRADES

6 Jan 2022 | 1 PM to 2 PM

BC's Industry Training Authority is holding a webinar to inform about all the many careers available in the Trades beyond the traditional building trades such as Carpentry, Electrical or Plumbing. Register here for this free event to learn more about the wide range of opportunities available to you today as BC continues to build its skilled workforce.

 

SKILLED IMMIGRANT INFOCENTRE – SMALL BUSINESS TOUR

8 Jan 2022 | 10:30 AM to 12 PM

Thinking of starting a small business? Already running a business, but need more information? VPL’s Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre is offering a free workshop for those wanting to learn where to find help with small business planning, market research, financial assistance and more. To learn more/register, click here.

 

BC PENSION CORPORTATION – WEBINAR

13 Jan 2022 | 1 PM to 2 PM

Interested in a career in public service? BC Pension Corporation is hiring Client Service Representatives this spring! Being one of the largest professional pension services providers in Canada, BC Pension Corporation serve over 560,000 active and retired plan members and more than 1,100 plan employers, paying out more than $349 million in benefits each month to over 181,000 retirees.

To learn more about the role and get tips on how you can craft the most effective application, register here to join this free webinar! 

 

SKILLED IMMIGRANT INFOCENTRE – NETWORKING AND THE HIDDEN JOB MARKET 

18 Jan 2022 | 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Learn how you can use networking to your advantage when searching for a job or advancing in your career through VPL’s Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre’s workshop on Networking and the Hidden Job Market. Register today to discover practical networking strategies, both virtual and in person, that can help you find meaningful employment. 

 

JOBS CANADA  FAIR INC. – NATIONAL VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR 

20 Jan 2022 | 10 AM to 1 PM

Looking for work? Making a career change? Don't miss Jobs Canada Fair: Canada's most established and most attended recruitment events in the Country with over 75 Virtual and Profession Career Fairs. Be sure to check out the Virtual Platform which features instant Live Chat Messages, Live Videos (Interviews or Presentations). Online resumes sharing between Exhibitors and Candidates. Click here for the list of employers and job postings. 

 

SKILLED IMMIGRANT INFOCENTRE – CAREER EXPLORER

28 Jan 2022 | 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM

New to B.C and looking for employment opportunities? VPL’s Skilled Immigrant InfoCentre is offering a free hands-on workshop to learn about the best tools and resources to put you on the road to employment. Register today/learn more here.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

S.U.C.C.E.S.S: Youth Employment Connect

Now accepting applications: A free three week online job training program provides support to young adults aged 17–29 to pursue sustainable employment. Explore and advance careers in the growing marketing and sales or information and communication technology sectors of BC. Along with three weeks of skills training Youth Employment Connect offers coaching and financial supports.

To register today, email: youthemploymentconnect@success.bc.ca

Palette Skills: SalesCamp 

Need help kick starting a career in sales? SalesCamp is now accepting applications for their 2022 cohort starting January 24. This live 6 day sales course includes 3 weeks of additional job search support and opportunities to connect directly with employers (Adobe, Traction on Demand, Riipen, Touch Bistro, Soft Choice). To learn more/apply, click here. 


 

Youth Job Seekers (16-30): Apply now for next Baristas Training Program intake

The next cycle for the Baristas Training Program for youth (aged 16–30) is starting on January 25th and will run until March 3. There are a few more spaces left, so apply today!

This is a great opportunity to get paid training, gain certifications, and develop job and life skills. The program is currently being offered online via Zoom on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.

Click here to view the poster for more details. Apply now by emailing a resume, cover letter and this application form to Heather Bulcock at baristas@pcrs.ca.


 

YMCA: Breakthrough to Employment and Training Program

Are you 17-29 and experiencing stress or anxiety about returning to the workforce? Sign up for this free online youth employment and mental wellness program! The program includes: Resume building, interview prep, volunteer placement and/or work placement upon completion of program. Workshops such as First Aid, Mental Wellness, Diversity and Inclusion, and more. 1-1 support from an Employment Coach, and up to $600 cash in completion bonuses! 

Next intake: January 31, 2022. Spots are limited! Register here for an information session or click here to fill out an application form. 

HOT JOBS

Multiple positions available: Accountant, HR & Talent Acquistion Intern, & Security Systems Designer

AES Engineering 
Vancouver, BC

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911 Emergency/Non Emergency Call Taker 
E-Comm 911
Vancouver, BC

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(Other positions, including SR HR Specialist, Peer Coach, Instructional Designer, and Training & Development Supervisor are also available)

Multiple positions available: Financial System Analyst, Junior/Intermediate Systems Engineer, Project Accounting Analyst, Guest Experience Supervisor 

YVR - Vancouver International Airport 
Vancouver, BC

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Resident and Rehabilitation Care Attendant 

Providence Health Care

Vancouver, BC 

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Specialized Services Program Manager

Downtown Eastside Women's Centre

Vancouver, BC 

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Assistant Marketing Manager 

Academy of Modern Art Inc.

Vancouver, BC

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Public Health Specialist 

The Canadian Red Cross Society

Vancouver, BC 

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For more job postings or to apply for any of the above positions, please contact your Employment Specialist directly.

CLIENT SUCCESS STORY

Roy was unemployed and had been actively looking for work for about three months when he was connected to WorkBC. Roy was an immigrant to Canada and his lack of experience was making it difficult to find work.

He developed a link with his Employment Specialist, Ann, to receive support with his job search. Roy attended several Network to Work Café sessions, where he was able to gain tips and connect with other job seekers. He also attended the Resume Building and Interview workshops to fine-tune his job search efforts. Then, Roy did one-on-one mock interview practice with the facilitation team to work on specific questions that would come up in an interview.

Ultimately, Roy was hired by a tech start-up as a Customer Success Analyst!

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