All workshops are offered at no cost to participants. Workshop schedule information can be found here.

Attitude is Everything………………..……......9am to 1pm
Interested in working in Customer Service (and lets face it almost every job requires customer service) but don’t have much experience?  This training will provide you with hands on customer service and communication tools and techniques.  It will help you be a better communicator, allowing you to meet the needs of those you serve. Happy customers mean a happy boss, which means workplace rewards for you.   The workshop is endorsed by the Downtown Vernon Association and carries with it a certificate that is highly recognized by industry professionals and employers.  In today’s labour market you must stand out from other job seekers and this certificate is your means to do just that.

Money Smarts………………..……......10am to 12pm
Having a job doesn't necessarily eliminate money problems.  Being able to have your money last between paydays isn't always easy.  Come to this workshop to discover tips and tricks on how to stretch your bucks and make sense of your “cents”.  Sign up today!

Marketing Yourself to Employers………………..……......9am to 12pm 
The competition for jobs is heating up and you are tired of being left out in the cold. In this fast-paced and informative workshop learn; strategies for staying organized and staying positive; ways to tap into your existing network to find hidden jobs; the most effective techniques for approaching employers and how to nail the interview and come out on top.

Keeping your Job………………..……...... 9am to 12pm
 Sometimes finding work is not the hardest part of employment.  Sometimes keeping a job is the difficult part.  If you are finding employment but for one reason or another are not able to keep the job once you get it, you will want to come to this workshop.   Sign up today!

Beyond Resume 101………………..……......10am to 12pm 
Wonder how to put together a resume that targets the specific job that you are after?  Being able to present information about yourself in a concise and effective way speaks volumes about who you are, what you have done and what you can do. Come and find out what it takes to make an effective resume.

Employer Seminars
These presentations highlight an industry that is 'hot'. For example, before the snow flies employers and workers from Silver Star Mountain present to would-be ski hill employees. Throughout the year we cover many aspects of the current labour market such as construction, retail, social service, tourism and more. These jam-packed information sessions inform youth where these jobs are, what they can expect, and how to get an edge when applying. It’s also an excellent opportunity to network with employers. Come down or call to get signed up.

Workshop Referrals
Connections staff can refer youth to other workshops and employment programs offered in the community. Please call or come into the centre for dates, times and to book your spot.