“To be a great champion, you must believe you are the best.
If you're not, pretend you are."
—Muhammad Ali (professional boxer and activist)
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‘POP UP’ EMPLOYMENT SERVICES WE ARE ON THE ROAD!
Live in Qualicum and transportation is an issue? No worries – we are coming to your neighbourhood!
Staff of the Career Centre will be on-site to register you for FREE employment services and assist with your employment needs as follows:
St. Stephen’s Church
150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach
Date: August 31, 2023
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm
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Starting a business can often be the best way for a person to get back into the workforce.
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Support for Success
As a Career Centre client, you may be eligible for personal counselling sessions in support of your employment goal. Please speak with your Employment Consultant to learn more.
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New Jobs posted daily on our
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Did you know that developing your own social emotional skills can help improve your resiliency on the job and when looking for work?
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Learn about potential positions and what you might expect to earn on the Career Profile.
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Gain the skills to support students with special and diverse learning needs
· 25 week funded training (online and in person)
· September 25th start date
· 4 week practicum
Program includes: Inclusion of Indigenous Cultural Competencies, First Aid, Violence Prevention and Food Safety certificates, employability skills and job search skills support.
Call 250.248.3025 to make an appointment with your WorkBC Employment Consultant to review eligibility and to find out more!
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Prepare for employment in the electrical and carpentry trades! Individuals 16-29 years old may be eligible for this FREE program which prepares participants for entry level employment in trades positions.
Trades Exploration will be delivered in partnership with Vancouver Island University. There will be a two week carpentry component as well as a two week electrical component. Earn industry recognized certifications including Occupational First Aid Level 1, WHMIS, Fall Protection, Confined
Space Training and more.
This program starts September 25, 2023 and includes 8 weeks of classroom training (Monday - Friday) and 4 weeks of PAID onsite work experience.
For eligibility and to learn more, check out the
Call us at 250.248.3205!
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Check out our calendar of upcoming workshops such as Hot Leads, Job Search Strategies, Beyond the Postings – Finding Work in Oceanside, and Acing the Interview.
You can attend in-person or via Zoom.
Call to Register: 250.248.3205
(Times and dates vary from week to week to accommodate other programs so please ensure you register and confirm.)
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The StrongerBC future skills grant is open to British Columbians aged 19 years or older – regardless of financial need – and covers up to $3,500 per person for eligible short-term skills training at public post-secondary institutions.
Midwives will be better supported as a new three-year agreement has been ratified between the Province and the Midwives Association of British Columbia (MABC) that will increase wages, benefits and provide more supports for Indigenous midwifery. Midwifery career openings in BC can be found here.
Money is coming from a $180 million B.C. Manufacturing Jobs Fund which awards money to businesses looking to set up or expand operations on the Island. Click here to learn more about what it is like to work in manufacturing.
Listen to this podcast to learn how you could work towards a career in the emerging Fin-Tech Industry.
The Province is investing approximately $15 million in graduate scholarships over three years, adding $2,500 to each new graduate scholarship award. This funding will accelerate talent development and innovation, along with recruiting and retaining talent, and support graduate students’ success in BC’s growing economy.
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9-1-1 Police Dispatchers are the link between the public and the police and play a vital role in connecting people seeking the help from BC RCMP during an emergency. Learn more at a Career Presentation where you’ll discover first hand about the opportunities, requirements, expectation and application process. Vancouver Island is serviced in Comox and the next info session is August 28, 2023. Full details can be found by clicking here.
Tesla’s first service centre on Vancouver Island has officially opened in Langford, meaning electric vehicle shoppers interested in the brand no longer have to travel to the mainland to pick up their new vehicle.
Have you ever thought about working in the local electric vehicle industry? canEV, located on Springhill Road has been designing, manufacturing and supplying electric vehicles and components for over 20 years.
The BC Ministry of Labour is seeking feedback on possible solutions to provide better working conditions for app-based ride-hailing and food-delivery workers.
Bowser Job Seeker Event: A one day event hosted by the Bowser Legion branch 211 on Saturday August 26 from 10am - 4pm. Bring your resume and meet the business community of Bowser. Call 250.884.0500 for more information and to register in advance for FREE.
International Medical Graduates Info Session:
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Thursday, August 17th 5 - 6PM Online
- At this information session, Douglas College will provide an overview of the licensing process for internationally educated physicians, including mandatory examinations, discuss language assessments, and share some strategies for success.
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Register on Eventbrite
Internationally Educated Nurses (IEN) Info Session:
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Thursday, August 24th 5 - 6PM Online
- The pathway to licensure for IENs can be a challenging one to navigate. Regulatory body requirements, language assessments, and cost are just some of the obstacles that IENs must overcome while working toward their nursing registration in BC. At this virtual information session, Douglas College will share information about the nursing pathway and the College's program eligibility and services. This is a great opportunity for IENs to gain relevant information for their pathway and connect with career coaches for further support and guidance.
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Internationally Educated Health Professionals Info Session:
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Thursday, August 24th 10AM - 12PM In Person
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Douglas College and Back In Motion are the exclusive providers for Career Paths supports for skilled immigrants with backgrounds in high-demand healthcare professions. Session is in-person at the Campus in New Westminster. Douglas College serves newcomers with backgrounds as physicians, nurses, sonographers, and healthcare assistants. Back In Motion serves newcomers with backgrounds as occupational therapists, physiotherapists, med lab technicians, pathology assistants, dieticians, nutritionists, and veterinarians.
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Learn more about their business, and what they're looking for in an employee.
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Free one-on-one tutoring is available at the Career Centre for adults needing assistance with reading, writing, English as a second language, math, or basic computer skills.
For more info please contact:
Tiana, Tutoring Program Coordinator
250.248.3205 ext. 243
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