WorkBC Centre – Langley

110 – 19925 Willowbrook Drive
Langley, BC, V2Y 1A7
604-360-4196
9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday, Tuesday, Friday
9:00 am to 6:30 pm, Wednesday, Thursday
10:00 am to 3:00 pm, Saturday
Statutory Holidays – Closed

WorkBC Langley is here to help you find your next job. You can access job search resources, career planning, training and skills upgrading, work experience opportunities and job placements.

WorkBC Centres also assist employers address staffing needs.

Check out some of our in-person and online services by clicking through the boxes below. Call to make an appointment to meet with a Career Coach or drop-in to the Centre to use our resource room!

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WorkBC Langley has developed three modules to assist you to explore careers, to guide your job search and to assist you to keep your new job. Each module includes information, tools and interactive activities that you can use on your schedule and at your own place.  Get started today!

News & Stories

March 31, 2025

As Canada’s tariff dispute with the United States continues, most employers across the country remain confident about their business outlook, according to a recent study. Nearly three-quarters... Read More

March 24, 2025

Canada’s job market showed little movement in February, with employment figures holding steady after three consecutive months of gains, according to the latest Labour Force Survey. The country... Read More

March 18, 2025

BC is taking new steps to attract more doctors and nurses from the U.S. by fast-tracking credential recognition and launching a co-ordinated, targeted recruitment campaign. In 2024, B.C. connected... Read More

March 6, 2025

British Columbia expects a massive labour shortage in the province over the next decade. From 2024 to 2034, there will be 1.12 million job openings in the province, according to a report from WorkBC.... Read More

February 28, 2025

Client Background: Meet our client, Mona, a 49-year-old woman who moved to Canada from India in April 2022 as a Permanent Resident. With over 15 years of experience in marketing, communication, and... Read More

Workshops and Events

Apr
2
Wed
Interview Skills @ WorkBC Langley
Apr 2 @ 10:00 am – 2:30 pm

The Interview Skills workshop prepares clients for job interviews by equipping them with the tools and knowledge to perform confidently and professionally. The session begins with an Interview Preparation Checklist, covering essential steps like receiving the interview call, researching the company, and organizing materials. It also addresses commonly asked interview questions, suggested questions to ask employers, and how to respond to different types of questions, including behavioural and situational ones. Clients will learn how to handle illegal interview questions and know their rights when faced with inappropriate inquiries. The workshop also emphasizes the importance of follow-up, providing tips for sending a thank-you letter within 24 hours, and offers a format for drafting a professional message. Additionally, clients are introduced to websites for salary research to help with pay negotiations.

Workshops run from 10am until 2:30pm.

Upcoming Dates:

March  19th, 26th

April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd

May 21st, 28th

June 4th, 11th, 18th

July 23rd, 30th

August 6th, 13th, 20th

September 24th

October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd

November 26th

December 3rd, 10th

Apr
3
Thu
Career Assessments @ WorkBC Langley
Apr 3 @ 10:00 am – 2:30 pm

The Career Assessment Workshop provides a comprehensive evaluation of an individual’s career interests, values, personality, abilities and skills. It includes results from six assessments. Barriers to Employment, and Career Cruising. These assessments highlight key personal values, preferred work environments, learning styles and motivations, as well as career interests and potential barriers to employment. The summary also provides recommendations for exploring relevant occupations, skill development, and strategies to overcome obstacles. Finally, the report outlines targets to assist clients in their short-term, intermediate, and long-term career goals to help guide the clients toward employment.

Workshops run from 10am until 2:30pm.

Upcoming Dates:

March 20th, 27th

April 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th

May 22nd, 29th

June 5th, 12th, 19th

July 24th, 31st

August 7th, 14th, 21st

September 25th

October 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd

November 27th

December 4th, 11th

Apr
7
Mon
Resumes & Cover Letters @ WorkBC Langley Centre
Apr 7 @ 10:00 am – 2:30 pm

The Resumes & Cover Letters workshop is an interactive session designed to guide clients through drafting a professional and effective resumes and cover letters. Clients will learn the key components of a resume, such as contact information, summary, experience, education, and skills, as well as how to format it for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and create a visually appealing layout. The session will also address common resume mistakes and how to avoid them. Additionally, clients will gain the skills needed to write a tailored, non-formulaic cover letter that complements their resume and captures the attention of the hiring managers. This includes understanding the essential components of a cover letter, how to tailor it to specific job descriptions, and strategies for making a strong first impression, including mentioning the company name multiple times and incorporating its vision and mission when relevant. By the end, clients will have the tools to create a polished resume and a captivating cover letter that enhance their job applications.

Apr
8
Tue
Unlocking the Hidden Job Market @ WorkBC Centre Langley
Apr 8 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

This session focuses on effective job search strategies and the essential steps involved in finding employment. Clients will explore the Hidden Job Market, discussing what it is, where employers hide jobs, and why they do so. The session will further cover the Four Stages of a Job Opening, providing insight into the typical progression of job vacancies from creation to hiring. Focus on Social Media and Informational Interviews, importance of Follow-up, outlining Great Reasons to Follow-up and what types of follow-ups are necessary to maintain the job search process. Other useful tools such as Networking Business Cards/Calling Cards and making the most of Job Fairs.

Workshops start at 10am and run until 2:30pm.

Upcoming Workshop Dates:

March 18th, 25th

April 1st, 8th, 15th

May 27th

June 3rd, 10th, 17th

July 22nd, 29th

August 12th, 19th

September 23rd, 30th

October 7th, 21st

November 25th

December 2nd, 9th

Apr
9
Wed
Interview Skills @ WorkBC Langley
Apr 9 @ 10:00 am – 2:30 pm

The Interview Skills workshop prepares clients for job interviews by equipping them with the tools and knowledge to perform confidently and professionally. The session begins with an Interview Preparation Checklist, covering essential steps like receiving the interview call, researching the company, and organizing materials. It also addresses commonly asked interview questions, suggested questions to ask employers, and how to respond to different types of questions, including behavioural and situational ones. Clients will learn how to handle illegal interview questions and know their rights when faced with inappropriate inquiries. The workshop also emphasizes the importance of follow-up, providing tips for sending a thank-you letter within 24 hours, and offers a format for drafting a professional message. Additionally, clients are introduced to websites for salary research to help with pay negotiations.

Workshops run from 10am until 2:30pm.

Upcoming Dates:

March  19th, 26th

April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd

May 21st, 28th

June 4th, 11th, 18th

July 23rd, 30th

August 6th, 13th, 20th

September 24th

October 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd

November 26th

December 3rd, 10th

If you would like to learn more about these workshops and events, please contact us at: 604-360-4196 or info-langley-willowbrook@workbc.ca