WorkBC
About WorkBC Program
This Program provides free comprehensive employment support services in British Columbia for unemployed individuals over 16. Offering resources such as job search assistance, workshops on various employment-related topics, and one-on-one counseling, this program is dedicated to helping residents legally able to work in Canada find suitable employment.
Employment Resource Centre – Self Serve
- Job search assistance and supports
- Workshops on job search related topics: Setting Your Job Search Strategies; Resumes; Cover letters; The Hidden Job Market/Networking; Interview Skills; and others
- Employment/Career Advisor available
- Computers, Internet, free wi-fi, phone, faxing, photocopier, scanner, MS Office
- Job postings and community resources
- Newspapers, business magazines, extensive job search/career planning resource library
Case Management Services
- One on one employment counselling
- Help with job search, career planning and accessing community resources.
- Employment/Career Advisor available
- Possible government funding for: short term industry training; longer-term, career related training; wage subsidy; self-employment
Eligibility Criteria
Immigration Status + Current resident of BC
- Canadian Citizen
- Permanent Resident
- Refugee with Court Notice of Decision
Employment Status
- Unemployed
Age
- Age of 16 or above
Other
- Must not be attending regular full-time School
*1 item from each category must be met to be eligible
Contact Information
WorkBC Centre
Vancouver – Cambie
WorkBC Centre
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