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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/2025-11-04/
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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/2025-11-04/
LOCATION:The Career Centre\, 3 - 187 Bagshaw St\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 0J3\, Canada
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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/2025-11-05/
LOCATION:The Career Centre\, 3 - 187 Bagshaw St\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 0J3\, Canada
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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-2-2/2025-11-05/
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/2025-11-05/
LOCATION:The Career Centre\, 3 - 187 Bagshaw St\, Parksville\, BC\, V9P 0J3\, Canada
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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/2025-11-06/
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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/2025-11-06/
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