EMPLOYER WORKSHOPS
“KNOWLEDGE FOR SUCCESS” WORKSHOP SERIES
Join us for our FREE “Knowledge for Success” Workshop Series!
Throughout the year, the Career Centre hosts workshops and engages speakers on various topics which we believe will help employers save time and money. Please find below, our exciting line-up running through January 2024. We hope you will take advantage of this Employer Workshop Series and plan to attend them all!
These one-hour sessions are ideal for business owners, managers and supervisors.
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WORKBC WAGE SUBSIDY – You’re hiring! You’re eligible! What’s next?
Tuesday, October 17 3-4pm (Virtual)
The WorkBC wage subsidy program has funded over 90 local employers and hundreds of newly hired workers to offset on-the-job training costs. Find out about eligibility (most likely you are eligible) and the support process during this informative session.
The wage subsidy program is easy to apply for and makes good business sense. What have you got to lose?
Presenter:
Lorrie Mohl, Employer Services Coordinator, Career Centre (WorkBC Centre Parksville)
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BC EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS – Common “Do’s” & “Don’ts” for Employers
Thursday, October 19 3-4pm (Virtual)
This hour could save you money and time! Discover common mistakes employers make and best practices to avoid expensive lessons.
An insightful discussion on the common errors employers tend to make and how to avoid them. Got a question but are too afraid to ask? Send it anonymously to lmohl@careercentre.org in advance and the panel will address it during the session.
Presenters:
Lauren Thompson, Employment Standards Officer/Investigator, Early Intervention – Ministry of Labour, Employment Standards Branch
Leah Reinheimer, Employment Standards Investigator/Industrial Relations Officer – Ministry of Labour, Employment Standards Branch
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OCEANSIDE RCMP – Workplace Safety and Theft Reduction
Wednesday, November 29 6-7pm (In person at the Career Centre – upstairs in Suite #328)
Join us for an in person presentation with representatives from the local RCMP. Learn ways to reduce opportunity for theft and tips to create a safer workplace for you and your staff.
Bring your questions!
Presenter:
Representatives from the local RCMP
Call 250.248.3205 to register for this FREE workshop for local businesses and employers.
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JANUARY WORKSHOP
Our next Employer Workshop Session will be in January, 2024! Topic and date TBD. As an Employer, Supervisor or Manager, what topics would you find valuable? Let us know!
REGISTER: For all sessions by calling 250.248.3205 or email info@careercentre.org
These sessions are being offered by the Career Centre in partnership with the
Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce and the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce
