Job Search
Get the support you need for your job search journey. Partner with our Employment Counsellors to set goals and create a plan. Participate in workshops to improve your resume and cover letters, and gain access to job opportunities and employer connections.
One-to-One Support
Work with an Employment Counsellor to determine employment goals and create an action plan.
Resume and Cover Letters
Resume and cover letter classes or self-paced virtual workshops.
Job Search
Networking opportunities, job leads, and personalized connections to employers ready to hire
Job Sustainment
Explore our range of support services designed to help you succeed in your new job. Benefit from financial assistance to cover upfront costs such as clothing, or certifications. Receive one-to-one coaching to handle workplace conflicts and access our online workshops anytime.
Job Starts
Financial supports towards upfront costs of starting a new job Example: boots, clothes, transportation, tools, certifications, and more.
Employment Conflict Resolution Coaching
Get help with employer communication and conflict resolution.
Workshops
24/7 access to online workshops designed to help you keep your job.
Specialized Job Search
Discover tailored support for diverse needs. Connect with specialized Employment Counsellors for one-to-one support. Explore Occupational Skills Training for single parents and Customized Employment opportunities matching your skills and strengths.
Persons With Disabilities
Receive one-to-one support, assessments and referrals for assistive technology. Identify strengths and reduce barriers to employment.
Single Parents Employment Initiative
Occupational Skills Training for single parents on Income Assistance or Disability Assistance.
Customized Employment
Our Employment Counsellors work with employers to carve a unique job suited to your skills and strengths.
Indigenous Supports
Receive culturally informed supports from Indigenous staff. Our Indigenous Employment Counsellor will work with you where you are most comfortable, from virtual meetings to in-person meetings in your community.
Culturally informed Job Search supports
Our Indigenous Employment Counsellor will guide you to your employment goals.
Dedicated Indigenous Staff
Access all our WorkBC Employment Services through a culturally informed lens.
Meet in Your Community
Receive services where you’re comfortable - virtually, in-office, or in your community.
Skills Training
Access targeted training designed to enhance your employment readiness and improve your job search skills. We offer a mix of in-person and online learning.
Employment Skills Training
Comprehensive training covering the 9 Skills for Success to enhance your employment readiness.
Essential Job Search Skills
In-person or virtual workshops covering resume development, cover letter writing, career exploration, and interview skills.
Occupational Skills Training
WorkBC Skills Enhancement Training can provide you with up to 12 months of funded career training.
Work Experience
Unlock opportunities for gaining valuable work experience and connecting with employers. Benefit from Wage Subsidy programs, covering part of your wages during on-the-job training, explore short-term work placements, or engage in volunteering to gain relevant employment skills while connecting with your community.
Wage Subsidy
We cover a part of a new employee’s wages in exchange for on-the-job training.
Short-Term Work Experience
Try out different work environments. Get work experience and connect with employers.
Volunteering
Connect with your community and gain relevant employment skills.
Virtual Options
Access several of our services fully online. Our resource room staff is available via Zoom to help you register for Work BC services. Meet with one of our Employment Counsellors to discuss your employment goals or take our self-paced workshops on resume and cover letter writing, interview skills, and more.
Employment Services
Work One-to-One with our Virtual Employment Counsellor via Zoom.
Self-Paced Workshops
24/7 access to multiple Job Seach and Job Sustainment workshops.
Contact our Resource Room Staff
Get help registering for services via Zoom.
Connections to Employers
Connect with employers who are hiring. Attend informal Employer Forums at our office, tap into our employer network with Job Developers, and meet employers face-to-face at WorkBC Job Fairs.
Employer Forums
Learn about local employers and engage with them in an informal setting at our office.
Job Developers
Tap into the employer network with the assistance of Job Developers.
Job Fairs
Meet employers face-to-face at WorkBC Job Fairs.
Resource Room
Visit WorkBC Centres for in-person support.
Duncan Centre – 301-80 Station St, Duncan BC (Google Maps)
Ladysmith Centre – 740 1st Ave, Ladysmith BC (Google Maps)
Computer Access
Use our computers, printers, telephones, photocopiers, or fax machines to assist in your job search.
Service Offerings
Get up-to-date information on WorkBC Employment Services and other Community Resources.
Job Board
Explore available opportunities through our Job Board.
Self-Employment
When self-employment is the quickest option to sustainable employment.
Click (HERE) to watch the intro video for our Self Employment Program.
Business Bootcamps
Learn key concepts that will help you develop your business concept and write a business plan.
Business Coach
Meet weekly with your Business Coach for assistance with business development and goal setting.
Entreprenurial Skills Training
Access additional online workshops that cover topics such as bookkeeping, sales, marketing, social media, and public speaking.
