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

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

Note: Registrations close 1 day prior to event.

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JOB SEARCH WORKSHOPS

May 7 & May 21

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

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

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

May 14 & May 28

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

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

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

EDUCATION/TRAINING WORKSHOPS

Note: Registrations for these sessions are only open to Non WorkBC Client - If you are an existing WorkBC Centre Client in Maple Ridge or another location please connect with your case manager for information/support.

May 6 & May 20

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

May 13 & May 27

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

• 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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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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