AMSSA and its member agencies and stakeholders organize public community events, workshops for newcomers to Canada as well as professional development training, workshops, seminars and conferences for (re)settlement, language training diversity and inclusion sector employees. Community events and workshops which are continuous are listed below the calendar.
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YWCA FOCUS@Work – Free Employment Program | Accepting Referrals
YWCA FOCUS@Work is a free employment program that helps women assess their skills and strengths, set career goals, build connections and develop job search skills to find meaningful, sustainable employment.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Online Workshops and Assignments (weeks 1 – 3)
Workshop Topics:
- Assessments (career, personality, skills, interests and values)
- Personal development (self-esteem and self-assertion, effective communication, conflict resolution and coping with change and stress)
- Job search skills (resumé, cover letter, portfolio, personal branding, interviews, networking, hidden job market access and current labour market information)
Coaching and Job Search Support:
Up to five one-to-one coaching sessions (weeks 4 – 12); job search support in a
group setting and online for up to one year.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
Self-identifying women who are actively looking for employment and who are able to commit to three weeks of full-time online workshops.
Sign up for an online info session by clicking here.
The next co-hort begins March 29, 2021 – the YWCA is now accepting referrals.
focus@ywcavan.org | 604 699 1788 | ywcavan.org/focus
Ongoing Community Events/Programs
English Upgrading Classes for Adults
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12:40 – 2:40 p.m.
September 2025 – January 2026
Free LINC classes for adults
September 2025 – January 2026
