Details:
Beginning April 1, 2019, WorkBC will offer better services for people who need support to re-enter the workforce, access training opportunities and find good jobs. The services people count on will continue to be available, with enhanced supports that include:
• A better focus on helping you find and sustain employment.
• Help to find a better job if your hours are unstable, or if the work is not in line with your skills.
• Expanded eligibility for specialized WorkBC services if you have paid into employment insurance (EI) for five of the last
10 years.
WorkBC Services:
• WorkBC Employment Services offer employment services and supports through 103 WorkBC Centres across the
province and online through www.WorkBC.ca.
• WorkBC Apprentice Services provide financial supports to Apprentices in training.
• WorkBC Assistive Technology Services offers adaptive technology to help people with disabilities pursue
employment opportunities.
Qualifications & Experience:
Effective April 1, 2019, you will be REQUIRED to have an Online Employment Services (OES) account in order to receive WorkBC Employment Services.
OES registration will provide you with access to your important case information (such as financial supports), and the ability to share information with your WorkBC Centre staff.
To make sure you have access starting April 1st, contact your WorkBC Centre today.