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Access to our workshops
To access our workshops participants must be a registered client. If you are already a client, please ensure you have registered with our centre directly for the workshop before adding it to your calendar. Contact us to register for our employment services: 250-478-9525
Interview Skills – Westshore Centre
Westshore Centre | #202 - 3179 Jacklin Rd #202 - 3179 Jacklin, Langford, BC, CanadaIn this workshop, you will be introduced to the different formats for interviews and learn how to give a good first impression. Learn possible answers to commonly asked interview questions, particularly those tricky behavioral questions. Note: Please bring a copy of your resume if you have one available. Previous attendance at the Skills ID or […]
Financial Literacy – VIRTUAL
VirtualLearn the basic concepts of budgeting and practical ways to manage your money each month. Understand how your spending habits affect your budget, and learn tips and tricks that will help you to find ways to stretch your dollars. Note: Please keep track of all daily spending from now until the workshop to help guide […]
Resume Writing – Westshore Centre
Westshore Centre | #202 - 3179 Jacklin Rd #202 - 3179 Jacklin, Langford, BC, CanadaTo secure an interview, it's crucial to have a top-notch resume that showcases your skills and experiences effectively. This workshop is designed to assist you in creating a targeted resume that will make you stand out as a job applicant. In this workshop, you'll learn how to write an attention-grabbing HOT ZONE, target your resume […]
Cover Letter Writing – Westshore Centre
Westshore Centre | #202 - 3179 Jacklin Rd #202 - 3179 Jacklin, Langford, BC, CanadaA well-crafted cover letter can set you apart from other job applicants. This workshop will teach you how to format a cover letter correctly and use it to showcase your strengths effectively. In this workshop, you'll learn how to write a DISRUPTIVE cover letter that includes valuable additional information about yourself that's not already in […]
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Mature Workers Workshop – Open to Public
Westshore Centre | #202 - 3179 Jacklin Rd #202 - 3179 Jacklin, Langford, BC, CanadaThe Mature Workers workshop provides valuable insights on effectively highlighting your lived experience in resumes and interviews and the latest job search techniques. Additionally, you can explore free employment services and resources available with WorkBC Centres. Leaving this workshop, you will be equipped with resources to help you succeed and the confidence to take the […]
Career Planning – Westshore Centre
Westshore Centre | #202 - 3179 Jacklin Rd #202 - 3179 Jacklin, Langford, BC, CanadaFeel more confident and empowered to make employment-related decisions.
Skills ID – Westshore Centre
Westshore Centre | #202 - 3179 Jacklin Rd #202 - 3179 Jacklin, Langford, BC, CanadaIn the first part of this workshop, you will learn the history and research of essential skills, resulting in the seven essentials skills that people need for work, learning, and life identified by WorkBC. We will discuss the difference between skills and core competencies and how these relate to job descriptions. You will learn to […]
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Mental Health Over the Holidays – Virtual Workshop
VirtualMental Health Over The Holidays brings together WorkBC Centre Westshore & Sooke, Bridges for Women Society, and YMCA/YWCA of Vancouver Island together for a holistic mental health workshop. Starting off with a brief WorkBC presentation showcasing available free employment services before we dive right into two incredible presentations. Bridges for Women Society presentation: Learn trauma-informed […]
Basic Computer Skills: Microsoft Skills – Westshore Centre
Westshore Centre | #202 - 3179 Jacklin Rd #202 - 3179 Jacklin, Langford, BC, CanadaJob Search for Mature Workers – Sooke Centre
Sooke Centre 2096 Church Road, Sooke, BC, CanadaIn this workshop you will learn the benefits of age diversity in the workplace and ways to overcome the challenges of finding meaningful employment as a mature worker. We will discuss the characteristics of the five generations that are present in the workplace and the benefits each generation brings. You will learn the current trends […]
Career Planning – Sooke
Sooke Centre 2096 Church Road, Sooke, BC, CanadaYou will participate in a variety of career planning activities in order to determine career options and feel more confident about your career decision-making process. We will discuss motivational and work environment factors and how they relate to overall job satisfaction. You will complete a prioritizing grid to determine what values are important to you […]