WorkBC Centre Vernon Grand Opening

WorkBC Vernon unveils new Youth Resource Centre

VERNON, BC – Job seekers age 30 and under now have a dedicated space to look for work and improve their employability skills. On September 19th WorkBC Vernon will celebrate the opening of their new Youth Resource Centre on the ground floor of the Community Futures Building located at 3105 33rd Street.
Supported by a team of dedicated staff this fully accessible, newly designed space will have job boards and a host of job search resources including computers, printers and copiers. The YRC will also offer a wide variety of youth oriented employability workshops and the option to work one-to-one with an Employment Counsellor.
“The YRC is a welcoming place for youth, where they can access supports as they work on their job search and career planning activities,” says Angie Fisher, Youth Services Coordinator. “The Centre will allow us to increase our focus on helping youth looking for work meet their needs, but it’s also a way for us to show them that they are valued.”
The YRC will be unveiled at a grand opening event Sept. 19th as part of the new WorkBC Services Program, which also features a revitalized Adult Resource Centre. Attendees will have the chance to try out positions at an airport automotive shop, grocery store and more using a virtual job simulator from All Around Gamerz. There will be treats available, as we highlight a new local business, Sugarbee’s Ice Cream Company. Guests will also have the opportunity to view a commissioned one of a kind 6×3 foot graffiti mural by local indigenous artist Sheldon Louis.
“We’re really excited about connecting with young people and supporting them on their journey to employment,” says Fisher.
The new WorkBC Youth Resource Centre (YRC) grand opening takes place Sept.19th from 3:30 – 5:30 pm with downtown dollar gift certificate draws and cake-cutting at 4:30pm. Media and public are welcome