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 11-week virtual program in partnership with Vancouver Community College (VCC) for mature workers 55+ 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:
- 55 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:
- September 08, 2025
- November 10, 2025
Telephone: 604-262-4858
Email: eeinfo@sourcesbc.ca
*Programs currently being delivered virtually in a safe and supportive environment.
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
Skills for Today’s Workplace –
A FREE 11-week virtual program for women impacted by abuse and/or violence, to explore work interests, and gain marketable skills and increased confidence to prepare for, and successfully re-enter the workforce.
Offering essential workplace computer and customer service training to develop the foundational skills required to thrive in office support and customer service roles.
Benefits:
- Career and job search strategies; occupation and labour market exploration, business communications, resume, online job search, networking, interview skills and more!
- Employability/Skills for success; communication, self esteem, stress management, conflict resolution, working with others, and more!
- Essential workplace computer, office and customer service skills training
- Work experience
- Program participation incentives
- Job search support
Eligibility:
- Women impacted by abuse and/or violence; experienced trauma as a result of abuse and/or violence at any point in life
- Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Resident of B.C.
- Newcomers, refugees with open work permits
- Unemployed or underemployed
- Seeking training and employment
Program Start Dates:
- September 22, 2025
- December 1, 2025
Telephone: 604-262-4858
Email: eeinfo@sourcesbc.ca
*Programs currently being delivered virtually in a safe and supportive environment.
Client Testimonial: “I found my career path and learned that I have the skills! I feel much more confident. I truly loved the program and the facilitators. I received my job offer yesterday and I am thrilled! I would recommend this program for those who don’t know where to begin.” – Jacqueline
Contact Information
Telephone: 604-262-4858Email: eeinfo@sourcesbc.ca
Address: #204A -15252 – 32 Ave., Surrey, B.C. V3Z 0R7