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"Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the federal government will send $1.5 billion in job-training support to the provinces and territories to help Ca"nadians in industries hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.

"Following massive job losses in March and April, the number of people working in the province has been rebounding for five months now, punctuated by a healthy 55,000 jump in September."

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" As non-essential businesses and services continue to re-open, more and more opportunities will emerge. Here are a few actions to take to help you work toward your employment goals."

"'You don’t have to work in healthcare or insurance to come onto our radar. We just want to work with the best people, period,' said Sam Crumley, the company’s Chief HR Officer, in a statement."

"Now in its 21st annual edition, Canada’s Top 100 Employers is an editorial competition that recognizes employers with exceptional human resources programs and forward-thinking workplace policies."

'It comes as no surprise that a myriad of hands-on trades jobs are listed as essential or that sectors like construction shouldered fewer job losses in BC during lockdowns in April."

Have you got a professional background in IT/tech and are looking to build your Canadian work experience? YWCA TechLink might be for you! It's a free 22-week program that'll give you an opportunity to gain local, tech-related work experience, by providing vulnerable community members with IT support and technical assistance. Not only will you gain work experience, but you'll also obtain an industry-recognized certification, access to networking events and coaching and mentors...hip, to help build your career in tech. So if you've got a tech background and are: - A Permanent Resident or Canadian citizen living in Metro Vancouver - Currently on EI/have been in the past five years - Looking for Canadian experience in tech We'd love to hear from you! Our next intake starts on January 18, 2021. Click below to learn more and apply.

On our latest podcast episode, we talk about preparing for virtual job interviews! With so much having gone virtual these days, learning how to approach and prepare for them is imperative. Listen now on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com//aHR0cHM6Ly9hcGkuc3ByZWFrZXIuY

"Pinkbike strives to lead the mountain bike world in news, photos, videos, events (remember those?), and more. As all of our channels continue to grow, we're adding some new roles to help build on that growth."

Need some guidance with your job search in the midst of COVID-19? Come and learn about who's hiring, how to access supports and tips on conducting a job search during a pandemic. Register for this free online workshop on October 14.

Day 3 of our Inclusive Hiring Week is coming up on September 30! If you're a job seeker with a disability and you'd like to learn about TJX, what roles they have available, how they hire inclusively, what accommodations they can make for staff with disabilities and more, make sure you register! Don't forget that Day 1 of Inclusive Hiring Week will be on September 28 and will feature Alliance Maintenance, and Day 2 will be on September 29 and will feature Meridian Farm Market. Click on the link below and scroll down to find these events as well - you can register for them all!

"This month’s list of companies who are hiring features clothing retailers, tech startups, grocery innovators, furniture giants..."

Today is Orange Shirt Day, a day for us to honour the Indigenous children who were sent away to residential schools, as well as their families and communities, and learn more about the history of residential schools in Canada.

RBC is hiring for roles like Client Advisor, Mortgage Specialist, Financial Planner and Banking Advisor! Come to this virtual hiring fair on October 7 to learn all about the roles, organization, recruitment process and more, as well as have your chance to speak with RBC representatives about any questions you might have. Register now.

Day 2 of our Inclusive Hiring Week is coming up on September 29! If you're a job seeker with a disability and you'd like to learn about Meridian Farm Market, what roles they have available, how they hire inclusively, what accommodations they can make for staff with disabilities and more, make sure you register! Don't forget that Day 1 of Inclusive Hiring Week will be on September 28 and will feature Alliance Maintenance, and Day 3 will be on September 30 and will feature TJX. Click on the link below and scroll down to find these events as well - you can register for them all!

In celebration of Disability Employment Month in BC, we're so excited to be hosting three virtual hiring events as part of our Inclusive Hiring Week! These employer-specific events are for job seekers with disabilities who'd like to learn about how each employer hires inclusively, what kind of accommodations they can make and what roles they're hiring for. Here's what it'll look like: Day 1: September 28, featuring Alliance Maintenance Ltd.... Day 2: September 29, featuring Meridian Farm Market Day 3: September 30, featuring TJX Canada/Winners Merchants International L.P. If you are or you're working with a person with a disability who'd like to attend one or all of these events, register on Eventbrite below (you can scroll down from our Day 1 event to find Day 2 and 3, too!)

"In Metro Vancouver contract tracing jobs and postings at hospital entrances are plentiful."

Check out these companies hiring in Vancouver this month!

Amazon is hiring Warehouse Associates and Sortation Associates, and at this free info session on October 8, you'll be able to learn about all about the roles, pay and benefits, growth opportunities, application process and more! Register now.

"The 2020 instalment, which kicks off this Friday (September 25), has gone virtual as it continues its mission to build connections among entrepreneurs, investors, leaders and friends in the Metro Vancouver startup community. VSW’s long-term vision: to make Vancouver the most attractive city anywhere for leaders of emerging businesses."

WE'RE HIRING! We're looking for a Part Time (15 hours a week) Marketing Assistant to help us generate awareness about our WorkBC Centres and some of our YWCA employment programs! This would be a fantastic opportunity for marketing/communications students or recent grads who'd like to build their work experience in design, audio editing, email marketing, event promotion and more. Learn more: https://ywcavan.org/job/part-time-marketing-assistant-workbc

Day 3 of our Inclusive Hiring Week is coming up on September 30! If you're a job seeker with a disability and you'd like to learn about TJX, what roles they have available, how they hire inclusively, what accommodations they can make for staff with disabilities and more, make sure you register! Don't forget that Day 1 of Inclusive Hiring Week will be on September 28 and will feature Alliance Maintenance, and Day 2 will be on September 29 and will feature Meridian Farm Market. Click on the link below and scroll down to find these events as well - you can register for them all!

Episode 4 is out now! This one's all about resume myths and tips - do they really need to be just one page long? Is including your hobbies necessary? Find out - listen now on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/episode/5QUawy4sR0SjR2aeAJOL07

Not long to go until our free workshop about navigating your job search through COVID-19! Join us on September 10 to learn about who's hiring right now, resources that are available to you and more. Register now.

PICS will be holding their Virtual Mega Job Fair on September 10, 10am-4pm and you're invited! Have your chance to network with more than 25 exhibitors - learn more and register today.

A great resource for Vancouver job seekers!

Youth employment centre Career Zone is excited to present this free virtual workshop about navigating your job search through COVID-19, on September 10! If you're a job seeker aged 16-30 and want to learn about what resources are available to you, who's hiring right now, how to access government services and more, don't miss it. Register now.

"Whether youve always dreamed of moving to the Rockies, or are looking for a life-changing opportunity on the coast, there could be a dream-position out there for you right now."

"The B.C. technology industry hasnt escaped the ravages of COVID-19, but its faring better than many other sectors of the provincial economy. As local tech businesses large and small contend with falling revenue and trim costs to improve their odds of surviving the pandemic, dozens of them are still in hiring mode."

"Contact tracing works by following up with each person who has tested positive for COVID-19 to understand who their contacts may be and providing appropriate followup. Health authorities public health teams typically have staff who do contact tracing of communicable diseases as part of their regular work. However, given the scale of the response needed for COVID-19, additional supports are necessary."

We're so excited to be launching our free IT and tech support service for vulnerable members of the Vancouver community, YWCA TechLink, on August 31! With so much having moved online due to COVID-19, YWCA TechLink will be available to offer free, friendly IT helpdesk services to vulnerable community members, including youth at risk, seniors, single mothers, low-income individuals, people with literacy barriers and those facing homelessness, to support them with accessing online services and general IT and tech queries during this challenging time. So, if you know someone who could benefit from YWCA TechLink's IT & tech support services, please share this post and ask them call 1-833-386-4129 or visit ywcavan.org/techlink-support to book their calls in and learn more! Appointments will be available from August 31.

Youth employment Centre Career Zone will be hosting this hiring info session with Foot Locker on August 20! Come and learn about their open roles, get a chance to connect with the team and gain insight into the company culture. Register now!

"Electronic retailer Best Buy Canada is currently hiring more than 50 digital and technology-focused positions. Hundreds of new positions have been added to the technology and eCommerce teams over the past few years, and the teams continue to grow."

"Life already comes with daily situations that can impact your mental health, such as relationships, career, finance, health and daily living. Now throw in a loss of job and the financial instability that follows. For many students, classes had to pivot to be completed online a new way of learning for some. The adjustments and uncertainty of it all is what can create unrest."

Whether you're looking for work in health care, admin, sales, graphic design or software development, check out these companies hiring in August!

Career Zone is hosting a hiring info session for youth job seekers with Purdys Chocolatier on August 11! If you're interested in working with them and would like to learn about the organization, roles, culture and more, don't miss it. Register now!

"The uncertainty of the pandemic has left us fatigued, and so too has the constant need to be on video."

Are you Unemployed and looking for a different way to make a living? Do you have a business idea? Join an Information Session to learn how the YMCA Self Employment Program helps people achieve business success and earn while they learn! This program guides you to create a great business plan and launch your business with confidence. Eligible clients receive:... Business Plan Training Business Advising Weekly Living Supports The program is funded through WorkBC for people who are unemployed or underemployed and permitted to work in Canada. See if you're eligible and register for our next Information Session. http://bitly.ws/92cW

"Klassen thinks there is a way to meet the increased demand for workers in the seniors care sector by targeting those who have lost jobs in other sectors for training."

If you're a youth job seeker who has struggled finding work during COVID-19, you won't want to miss this workshop! We'll be discussing who's hiring right now, how to access resources and more. Register today!

"So many companies and industries have changed due to the pandemic. Its your duty to ask insightful questions to ensure you make the best-informed decision for you." There are 5 new questions you should consider asking in a job interview, whether you land an interview during or post the pandemic.

Are you someone with a professional background in tech and: - A Permanent Resident or Canadian citizen living in Metro Vancouver - Currently on EI/have been in the past five years - Looking for Canadian experience in tech... Our newest employment program, YWCA TechLink could be for you! It begins on August 17, and we're currently looking for participants. Learn more and apply today: https://ywcavan.org/techlink

Paladin Security is hiring for Security Officers all over BC, and this virtual job fair is your chance to learn about the roles, ask questions and even have an on-the-spot interview! Register now.

"A résumé can be structured so that it shifts the emphasis from an employment gap to the candidates value proposition. The goal is not to trick the recruiter, but to allow the candidate the opportunity to provide a clear picture of his or her strengths. By focusing on building a document that features the applicants best attributes, and not the employment gaps, it is possible to open the door to an interview."

Curious about a career in education? You won't want to miss this info session featuring Make a Future - Careers in BC Education on July 23! Come and learn about in-demand jobs, the hidden job market, job application tips and more. Register now.

"With one-to-one sessions, online group workshops, community resources information and the support of our Career Advisors, LEADS will help you create a fresh start to living with more confidence to pursue your employment goals."