Current Programs
Assisting with awareness regarding employment typically involves programs aimed at educating, preparing, and connecting individuals with opportunities in the job market. By implementing these programs, the AWARE Society can play a crucial role in empowering individuals, reducing unemployment rates, and contributing to economic growth and social well-being within the community.
Here is a list of our Current Programs:
Fraser Works Co-op
The WorkBC Employment Services Centre (ESCs) offer a full range of free job search and career planning programs and resources for unemployed British Columbians. The ESCs provide services including case management, employment counseling, and workshops. These skills help job seekers find and keep employment.The services can help job seekers improve resumes, write strong cover letters, enhance interviewing and networking skills, and explore various career options that are suitable for you. Depending on the situation, the ESCs can also help clients apply for other government programs such as self-employment, apprentices, training, and wage subsidy.
Fraser Works Co-op also has a Memorandum of Agreement with Aunt Leah’s to provide services to youth at risk. The Co-op also delivers services to clients of Purpose Society as well as students from the POWER/Stigma program which is the alternative program at New Westminster Secondary School. Fraser Works provides outreach services to Union Gospel Mission, New Leaf Clubhouse and the New Westminster Public Library. Fraser Works is a member of several community groups such as Local Immigrant Partnerships, New West Welcoming and Inclusive Committee, Immigrant Employment Council, Rotary Club, Homelessness task force, MOSAIC customized employment services, Douglas College and Innovate New West.
Fraser Work’s Co-op has extensive relationships with municipal governments, from initiatives for youth employment assistance to participating in city task forces and community groups. Fraser Works has an established and consistent relationship with both the provincial government and federal government. As funders for our program they have been instrumental in ensuring that services have been accessible and free.
Fraser Works Burnaby Employment Service Centre
7297 Kingsway, Burnaby
Phone: 604 636-1124
Website: www.fraserworks.ca
Fraser Works New Westminster Employment Service Centre
2nd Fl., 519 7th Street, New Westminster
Phone: 604 522-9701
Website: www.workbccentre-newwestminster.ca/
Email: info-newwestminster@workbc.ca
AWARE Society, Fraser Works, and WorkBC New Westminster offer a variety of resources to support Indigenous youth. Click below to view a video about WorkBC’s resources.
Connections Program
Connections Program is a partnership between Chamber of Commerce and the Fraser Works Co-operative that helps businesses in New Westminster hire local talent. This program gives businesses in Metro Vancouver a chance to meet qualified candidates that they might not have otherwise considered as well as local residents the chance to apply for jobs in their communities.
The program is located in the Chamber’s offices and work closely with Chamber staff. This initiative is part of the Fraser Work Co-op’s efforts to better serve employers and achieve higher employment outcomes for job seekers.
The Fraser Works Co-op provides employment services in New Westminster and Eastern Burnaby. It is owned by four community organizations – AWARE Society, Fraserside Community Services Society, MOSAIC and Pacific Community Resources Society. The New Westminster WorkBC Centre is at 519 7th Street.
The New Westminster Chamber of Commerce is the main voice for business in New Westminster. For 133 years, it has been a catalyst for business people to work together to create a strong and vibrant economy and enhance the quality of life in our community.
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Social & Community Service Worker Certificate - FREE Program (in progress)
Lower Mainland and surrounding areas.
30-week certificate with foundational micro-credential certificates, theory courses & computer literacy training.
Prepares graduates to work in a personal support role in a variety of community settings.
Program Includes:
- Orientation Week: Online learning, DCC Policy & Procedure, Financial Literacy, Intro to Computers
- Foundational Certificates: Standard First Aid & FoodSafe level 1, Provincial Violence Prevention, Gentle Persuasive Approach, Learning Hub Certification
- Social & Community Service Worker theory courses
- 100-hour practicum placement (4 weeks)
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