Empowered for Employment
Empowered for Employment
At SOURCES, we are committed to Social Wellness for our Community. Our Empowered for Employment programs support individuals facing barriers to employment to prepare for, obtain and maintain employment.
Our team works collaboratively to adapt to the needs of each participant, as we realize the diversity of the community in which we live. We believe that each individual has the capacity to thrive in the workforce and we strive to empower community members to achieve employment and independence and participate in their broader communities, realizing healthier and happier lives.
Start Your Success Story with Us!
Program Information
Admin and Accounting Works – A FREE 12-week virtual program in partnership with Vancouver Community College (VCC) for mature workers 50+ who aspire to return to the workforce with newfound knowledge, skills and confidence to work in office administration. Gain introductory skills training in Accounting Principles, Bookkeeping and QuickBooks and work experience in a business environment.
Benefits:
- Training and certification provided by VCC and includes Word, Excel and Introduction to Accounting Principles, Bookkeeping and QuickBooks.
- Career strategies; career planning, occupation & labour market exploration, and business communications
- Employability/Skills for success; change & transition, communication, self esteem, stress management and more!
- Job search strategies, resume, online job search, networking, interview skills and more!
- Work practicum in a business environment.
- Program participation incentives.
- Job search support
Eligibility:
- 50 years of age or older
- Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Newcomers, refugees with open work permits
- Resident of B.C.
- Unemployed or underemployed
- Seeking skills training and employment.
Program Start Date:
- March 2, 2026
- May 11, 2026
- July 20, 2026
- September 28, 2026
- December 7, 2026
Telephone: 604-262-4858
Email: eeinfo@sourcesbc.ca
Client Testimonial: “The comprehensive approach of the program is what I liked most. It effectively balanced technical skills in accounting and admin work with essential soft skills, such as business communication and job search strategies. This holistic approach made the program highly valuable, ensuring I was well prepared for the workforce. Since participating in the program, I feel more confident in my professional abilities, and I feel more optimistic about my career prospects. I am thankful for the opportunity to have participated in this program.” – Dmitriy
Contact Information
Telephone: 604-262-4858Email: eeinfo@sourcesbc.ca
Address: #204A -15252 – 32 Ave., Surrey, B.C. V3Z 0R7