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Build the Career You Want Blog

Build the Career You Want Blog is a content collaboration between DIVERSEcity employment specialists and the Get in the Know online resource for workplace diversity. Get job search tips and labour market information to help you build your career.

Build the Career You Want | Jobs in the marine sector

October 13, 2023

Jobs are diverse and bountiful in the dynamic marine industry in BC. The Association for BC Marine Industries… Read more

Build the Career You Want | How to create a compelling cover letter

May 17, 2023

Cover letters are one of the most important factors in successfully landing a job. Discover how to write… Read more

Build the Career You Want | Acing the reference check

February 1, 2023

So, you’ve made it through a successful job interview and the employer has asked you to provide references. … Read more

Build the Career You Want | Learn about the tool employers use to screen candidates

July 7, 2022

Today, when you send your job application off to an employer, chances are they use an application tracking… Read more

Build the Career You Want | How to create a Canadian-style resumé

February 16, 2022

By Shivani Arora and Don Duthie, Employment Specialists, DIVERSEcity Employment Programs One of the first steps in getting… Read more

Build the Career You Want | How to get your resumé noticed by a Canadian employer

December 16, 2021

By Shivani Arora and Don Duthie, Employment Specialists, DIVERSEcity Employment Programs Resumés are one of the most important… Read more

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Have you met any migrant workers in your community? Meet Antonio, a migrant worker from Mexico, who came to BC to build a better future for his family. Here’s to all the migrant workers in our community, as their hard work and sacrifice ensures fresh, local food reaches our supermarkets and homes all year long. Are you a migrant worker looking to connect? Join our Facebook group to stay up to date! www.facebook.com/groups/674948271601373Learn more about our Collective Advocacy for Rights and Education (C.A.R.E.) for Migrant Workers program: www.dcrs.ca/our-services/community-connections/services-for-non-permanent-residents/collective-ad... #PlantingHope #migrantworkers #BC #ForPeopleForCommunities #SurreyBC ... See MoreSee Less
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Are you a newcomer looking for help in your settlement journey? #AI can help! This workshop will help you learn:➡️ How to use AI to support your newcomer journey, from accessing online settlement services to supporting your job search and more!➡️ How to use various AI application tools using real-world examples➡️ About the benefits and risks of using AI Join us in-person on May 27, 2025, 1:30–3 pm, at DIVERSEcity Surrey Community Campus. Or, join us online on May 28, 2025, 5–6:30 pm!To register, please call 604-306-6726, email hgill@dcrs.ca, or visit: forms.office.com/r/DVTZJhHb7F#surreybc #ForPeopleForCommunities #workshop #FREE #newcomer ... See MoreSee Less
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