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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!
September 23, 2026
A comprehensive support package will fill the gap and help B.C. businesses affected by U.S. tariffs produce and sell more of their products locally as well as overseas. This action will protect and... Read More
September 4, 2026
Vancouver Community College (VCC) will receive 224 new skilled-trades training seats as part of the Look West strategy to deliver 5,000 new trades training seats throughout the province in 2026-27.... Read More
August 22, 2026
People who are blind, deafblind or have low vision will have new opportunities to gain skills, work experience and connections to employers through an investment of more than $840,000 by the... Read More
August 13, 2026
Through the Community Workforce Response Grant and Community and Employer Partnerships, the Province of B.C., with funding from the federal government, is investing more than $1 million for training... Read More
August 31, 2026
For a recent high school graduate, finding that first job can feel like a daunting step. With limited employment experience, limited knowledge of the job search process and transportation challenges,... Read More
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.
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.
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
This program is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.