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SUMMARY:Making Age an Asset
DESCRIPTION:MAKING AGE AN ASSET \nFree Workshop for Mature Job Seekers \nAre you concerned your age is a factor in finding  \nopportunities for employment? \n  \nGain current tips for success and enjoy a lively and honest \ndiscussion about the mature worker job search: \nthe myths\, realities\, and opportunities. \n  \nNetwork with your peers as we explore various strategies to  \nhighlight your experience to potential employers. \n 
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/making-age-an-asset/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:The Career Centre\, 3 - 187 Bagshaw St\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 0J3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Wage Subsidy Info Session for EMPLOYERS
DESCRIPTION:Hiring and providing on-the-job training?  Your organization (business or not-for-profit) may be eligible for a Wage Subsidy covering 30-50% of wage expenses for up to 24 weeks. \nFind out more about eligibility and how to apply by attending our Wage Subsidy Info Session for Employers.
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/wage-subsidy-info-session-for-employers/2025-10-16/
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SUMMARY:Job Search Part 1 - Beyond the Postings
DESCRIPTION:In Job Search Part 1 – Beyond the Postings\, you will learn the tools you need to successfully access this hidden job market. Gain an understanding of the local economy and find work faster.\nIf in your job search you are looking only at posted jobs\, i.e. classifieds and internet\, you are missing 80% of the available positions.  Not only that\, you have a lot of competition as there will be many people applying for the same job as you!\nIn this workshop you will learn how to: \n\nIdentify sources of and research labour market information\nIdentify key aspects of the local labour market\nConduct a job search guided by current\, relevant economic trends\, statistics\, opportunities and projects.\n\nBeyond the Postings will give you tools to access the hidden job market and understand the local economy.
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/job-search-part-1-beyond-the-postings/2025-10-21/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Job Search
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SUMMARY:Job Search Part 1 - Resumes and Cover Letters
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create and organize a resume and cover letter so employers can understand your skills and qualifications. By the end of the session participants will be able to:\nIdentify the characteristics of a good resume / Identify the benefits and drawbacks of the 3 types of resumes / Identify the standard elements found in a resume / Write effective accomplishment statements / Identify cover letter uses\, styles and formats / Identify employers stated and unstated needs from job ads / Identify the components of a cover letter / Write a powerful first opening sentence\nThis workshop also includes “what to do” and “what not to do” when writing and formatting resumes. No computer skills required.
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/job-search-part-1-resumes-and-cover-letters/2025-10-21/
LOCATION:The Career Centre\, 3 - 187 Bagshaw St\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 0J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Job Search
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SUMMARY:Job Search Part 2 - Resumes and Cover Letters
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create and organize a resume and cover letter so employers can understand your skills and qualifications. By the end of the session participants will be able to:\nIdentify the characteristics of a good resume / Identify the benefits and drawbacks of the 3 types of resumes / Identify the standard elements found in a resume / Write effective accomplishment statements / Identify cover letter uses\, styles and formats / Identify employers stated and unstated needs from job ads / Identify the components of a cover letter / Write a powerful first opening sentence. \nThis workshop also includes “what to do” and “what not to do” when writing and formatting resumes. No computer skills required.
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/job-search-part-2-resumes-and-cover-letters/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:The Career Centre\, 3 - 187 Bagshaw St\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 0J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Job Search
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SUMMARY:Job Search Part 2 - Wage Subsidy Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you keen to work but lack specific skills for a position? The Wage Subsidy Program could be a great solution! This program will reimburse eligible employers (business or non profit) a portion of your wages for up to 24 weeks while providing valuable on-the-job training and work experience. Call us at 250.248.3205 to find out if you are eligible to participate in this program.
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/wage-subsidy-information-session-2-2/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:Job Search Part 2 - Skills Training Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative workshop where we’ll explore skills training opportunities to enhance your career prospects. Learn about valuable resources\, programs and tools designed to support your success in the job market!\n 
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/job-search-part-2-skills-training-info-session/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:The Career Centre\, 3 - 187 Bagshaw St\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 0J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Skill Development
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SUMMARY:Job Search Part 3 - Acing the Interview
DESCRIPTION:Successful interviewing is essential to receive a job offer. This workshop contains tips and strategies for effective interviewing from preparation to follow up.\nWe help you ‘Ace the Interview’ by: \n\nPutting you in the shoes of the employer – you decide who to hire\nOutlining how to effectively prepare for an interview\nProviding strategies for commonly asked questions in employment interviews\nUnderstanding how to answer behavioural questions using the STAR model\nCreating safe opportunities for practice and feedback
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/job-search-part-3-acing-the-interview/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:The Career Centre\, 3 - 187 Bagshaw St\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 0J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Job Search
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SUMMARY:Job Search Part 3 Resumes and Cover Letters
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create and organize a resume and cover letter so employers can understand your skills and qualifications. By the end of the session participants will be able to:\nIdentify the characteristics of a good resume / Identify the benefits and drawbacks of the 3 types of resumes / Identify the standard elements found in a resume / Write effective accomplishment statements / Identify cover letter uses\, styles and formats / Identify employers stated and unstated needs from job ads / Identify the components of a cover letter / Write a powerful first opening sentence\nThis workshop also includes “what to do” and “what not to do” when writing and formatting resumes. No computer skills required.
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/job-search-part-3-resume-and-cover-letter/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:The Career Centre\, 3 - 187 Bagshaw St\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 0J3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Career Exploration - Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Recognizing that career planning is a life-long process\, you will learn about yourself to help make choices to manage your work and personal life. \n 
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/career-exploration-day-1/
LOCATION:The Career Centre\, 3 - 187 Bagshaw St\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 0J3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Career Exploration - Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Use proven career decision making techniques to clarify your career objectives and find out what type of work is a match for you. \n 
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/career-exploration-day-2/
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SUMMARY:Know Your Personality Dimensions®
DESCRIPTION:Use Personality Dimensions® to identify your work interests\, strengths and values. Gain a better understanding of yourself and others while exploring the occupations that best fit your personality and career goals. \nYou must first meet with an Employment Consultant. \n  \nHere’s what workshop participants had to say… \n”Fun workshop!” \n“Insight into myself and others behaviours and interactions.” \n“Good information to take into every angle of life.” \n“Learned lots of things about myself and working with others.”
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/discover-your-career/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:The Career Centre\, 3 - 187 Bagshaw St\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 0J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Career Decision-Making & Personality Assessments
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Wage Subsidy Info Session for EMPLOYERS
DESCRIPTION:Hiring and providing on-the-job training?  Your organization (business or not-for-profit) may be eligible for a Wage Subsidy covering 30-50% of wage expenses for up to 24 weeks. \nFind out more about eligibility and how to apply by attending our Wage Subsidy Info Session for Employers.
URL:https://www.careercentre.org/workshop/wage-subsidy-info-session-for-employers/2025-10-30/
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