FREE March Job Search & Education/Training Workshops (in-person)

Schedule

Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 01:30 pm to Thu, 26 Mar, 2026 at 03:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

WorkBC Centre Maple Ridge | Maple Ridge, BC

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Build career skills & education pathways with hands on workshops in AI, interviews, virtual meetings and training. Pick your sessions.
About this Event

'Reserve a Spot' for each of your preferred sessions - Schedule & Agenda below

Note: Registrations close 1 day prior to event.


SCHEDULE:

JOB SEARCH WORKSHOPS

Mar 5 & Mar 19

9:00 – 10:30 | Digital Basics - Getting Started with Computers

11:00 – 12:30 | AI-Powered Career Planning and Job Search

1:30 – 3:00 | Email Essentials for Job Search

Mar 12 & Mar 26

9:00 – 10:30 | Digital Basics - Introduction to Microsoft Word

11:00 – 12:30 | AI Edge - Elevate your Interview Game

1:30 – 3:00 | Scheduling & Virtual Meeting Skills for Job Success


EDUCATION/TRAINING WORKSHOPS

Mar 4 & Mar 18

1:30 – 2:30 | Pathways to Education: Exploring Options

Mar 11 & Mar 25

1:30 – 3:00 | Education R & D: Chart your Path




Looking for Work?
If you are looking for a job, the Maple Ridge WorkBC Centre and its staff are here to help. We will assist you:
  • Apply for WorkBC services
  • Explore and plan your career
  • Understand the Labour Market
  • Access education and training
  • Conduct your job search
  • Get a Job Placement or Work Experience
  • Fast-track your professional job search
  • Maintain your new job
  • Explore and plan for Self-Employment



Working with a Career Coach

Our skilled Career Coaches are here to help you succeed! Services are available in different formats to suit your needs.

On-Site: Come in and get in-person help from a Career Coach.

Virtually: Work with your Career Coach by phone, video conference and email.

Through Outreach: Career Coaches are available to assist job seekers at various locations throughout the Maple Ridge / Pitt Meadows area.



Mar 4

🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Pathways to Education: Exploring Options

Info: This interactive workshop will assist participants to plan for education based on their career aspirations. Participants will explore a range of educational options and gain insight into the importance of research and the need to evaluate one’s personal circumstances when education planning.


Mar 5

🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Digital Basics - Getting Started with Computers

Info: Learn the fundamentals of using a computer for job search, including hardware and software basics, mouse and typing skills, and how to organize job search files and browse employment websites.


🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
AI-Powered Career Planning & Job Search

Info: Explore how AI can support your job search by generating career ideas, comparing tools, creating effective prompts, and refining your career direction—while staying safe and secure online.


🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Scheduling & Virtual Meeting Skills for Job Success

Info: Master online meeting tools like Zoom and Teams, manage your calendar, and learn best practices for joining, presenting, and communicating in virtual interviews and meetings.


Mar 11

🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Education R & D: Chart your Path

Info: In Education R & D, participants will be guided through hands-on research to explore educational options and supports. You will develop a personalized plan that aligns with your unique circumstances, helping to set the foundation for educational success.


Mar 12

🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Digital Basics - Introduction to Microsoft Word - Format, Edit, Impress
Host: Mustafa Sayed

Info: Create and format professional documents in Word. Learn editing tools, saving techniques, and how to turn your documents into secure PDFs.


🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
AI Edge - Elevate your Interview Game
Host: Mustafa Sayed

Info: Discover how AI tools can help you prepare for interviews by practicing questions, refining responses, and providing feedback—while understanding privacy and security basics.


🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Scheduling & Virtual Meeting Skills for Job Success
Host: Mustafa Sayed

Info: Master online meeting tools like Zoom and Teams, manage your calendar, and learn best practices for joining, presenting, and communicating in virtual interviews and meetings.


Mar 18

🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Pathways to Education: Exploring Options

Info: This interactive workshop will assist participants to plan for education based on their career aspirations. Participants will explore a range of educational options and gain insight into the importance of research and the need to evaluate one’s personal circumstances when education planning.


Mar 19

🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Digital Basics - Getting Started with Computers
Host: Mustafa Sayed

Info: Learn the fundamentals of using a computer for job search, including hardware and software basics, mouse and typing skills, and how to organize job search files and browse employment websites.


🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
AI-Powered Career Planning & Job Search
Host: Mustafa Sayed

Info: Explore how AI can support your job search by generating career ideas, comparing tools, creating effective prompts, and refining your career direction—while staying safe and secure online.


🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Email Essentials for Job Search
Host: Mustafa Sayed

Info: Build your confidence with email by learning how to set up an account, send and format messages, attach documents, manage your inbox, and recognize online scams.


Mar 25

🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Education R & D: Chart your Path

Info: In Education R & D, participants will be guided through hands-on research to explore educational options and supports. You will develop a personalized plan that aligns with your unique circumstances, helping to set the foundation for educational success.


Mar 26

🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Digital Basics - Introduction to Microsoft Word - Format, Edit, Impress
Host: Mustafa Sayed

Info: Create and format professional documents in Word. Learn editing tools, saving techniques, and how to turn your documents into secure PDFs.


🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
AI Edge - Elevate your Interview Game
Host: Mustafa Sayed

Info: Discover how AI tools can help you prepare for interviews by practicing questions, refining responses, and providing feedback—while understanding privacy and security basics.


🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Scheduling & Virtual Meeting Skills for Job Success
Host: Mustafa Sayed

Info: Master online meeting tools like Zoom and Teams, manage your calendar, and learn best practices for joining, presenting, and communicating in virtual interviews and meetings.


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WorkBC Centre Maple Ridge, 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge, Canada

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