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WorkBC Maple Ridge has developed three modules to assist you to explore careers, to guide your job search and to assist you to keep your new job. Each module includes information, tools and interactive activities that you can use on your schedule and at your own place. Get started today!
September 26, 2023
The passion that Const. Rick O’Brien had for his job came through at a Gratitude and Appreciation Summit where he spoke in 2020. O’Brien’s life was cut short, as he and other members of the... Read More
September 24, 2023
The Canadian HR Awards, the nation’s premier event celebrating excellence in the human resources profession, has announced its 2023 winners. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the awards,... Read More
September 22, 2023
Employers are putting a lot of focus on improving virtual care benefit offerings to employees, according to a recent report. Overall, there’s been a 21 per cent increase in the implementation of... Read More
September 22, 2023
New pay transparency legislation was introduced March 7, 2023, to help close the gender pay gap in B.C. – the next step on the path to pay equity. Beginning November 1, 2023, all employers in B.C.... Read More
May 13, 2023
Maynor has been running his own licensed painting business since 2014. He has been painting for his entire career. Work began to dry up during COVID and he struggled to maintain a consistent income.... Read More
This Info Session will cover the complexities of entrepreneurship, by looking at advantages and disadvantages of being self-employed, traits and skills of a successful entrepreneurs and best practices, as well as how to avoid pitfalls when exploring opening your own business. Additionally, the session will provide an introduction to the Douglas College Self Employment Program, reviewing eligibility and qualifications requirements, as well as program stages and development. The participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how one can become self-employed, what does it entail and how they can start expanding their business concept before they explore the Self Employment Program eligibility with their WorkBC Career Coach.
All participants will be provided a Program flowchart, a market research handout and a few more resources aimed at helping the thought process around a business concept development.
This Info Session will cover the complexities of entrepreneurship, by looking at advantages and disadvantages of being self-employed, traits and skills of a successful entrepreneurs and best practices, as well as how to avoid pitfalls when exploring opening your own business. Additionally, the session will provide an introduction to the Douglas College Self Employment Program, reviewing eligibility and qualifications requirements, as well as program stages and development. The participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how one can become self-employed, what does it entail and how they can start expanding their business concept before they explore the Self Employment Program eligibility with their WorkBC Career Coach.
All participants will be provided a Program flowchart, a market research handout and a few more resources aimed at helping the thought process around a business concept development.
This Info Session will cover the complexities of entrepreneurship, by looking at advantages and disadvantages of being self-employed, traits and skills of a successful entrepreneurs and best practices, as well as how to avoid pitfalls when exploring opening your own business. Additionally, the session will provide an introduction to the Douglas College Self Employment Program, reviewing eligibility and qualifications requirements, as well as program stages and development. The participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how one can become self-employed, what does it entail and how they can start expanding their business concept before they explore the Self Employment Program eligibility with their WorkBC Career Coach.
All participants will be provided a Program flowchart, a market research handout and a few more resources aimed at helping the thought process around a business concept development.
This Info Session will cover the complexities of entrepreneurship, by looking at advantages and disadvantages of being self-employed, traits and skills of a successful entrepreneurs and best practices, as well as how to avoid pitfalls when exploring opening your own business. Additionally, the session will provide an introduction to the Douglas College Self Employment Program, reviewing eligibility and qualifications requirements, as well as program stages and development. The participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how one can become self-employed, what does it entail and how they can start expanding their business concept before they explore the Self Employment Program eligibility with their WorkBC Career Coach.
All participants will be provided a Program flowchart, a market research handout and a few more resources aimed at helping the thought process around a business concept development.
If you would like to learn more about these workshops and events, please contact us at: 604 466-4600 or info-mapleridge@workbc.ca
This program is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.
