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BC Career Development Association (BCCDA)
BCCDA's mandate is to provide a central networking, education, and training service to develop the knowledge and skills of its members, thus enhancing their effectiveness for serving their clientele. BCCDA has an active board of directors and co-executive coordinators, comprising leaders in the career development community who are committed to serving members and career professionals throughout all regions of British Columbia.
Upcoming Events...
BCCDA Announces Evening and Weekend Ethics & Theories Courses
The BC Career Development Association is pleased to announce that we will begin offering the two required courses for CCDP Certification ? Ethics and Career Development Theories - beginning this fall. To coincide with the extension of Grandfathering, we are offering individuals another option for completing the mandatory courses. As the demand continues to increase for these courses and individuals are asking for an evening and/or weekend alternative, the BCCDA believed that the timing is right to offer courses which fulfill the CCDP requirements.
Ethics
12 Hours (10 hours in class, 2 hours of assignments)
Date & Time: Saturday, September 25, 2010 (9:00am ? 4:30pm)
Sunday, September 26, 2010 (11:00am ? 2:00pm)
Location: Vancouver
Cost: $275 + HST
Register: 778-228-9401 or info@bccda.org
Date & Time: Saturday, October 16, 2010 (9:00am ? 4:30pm)
Sunday, October 17, 2010 (11:00am ? 2:00pm)
Location: Vancouver
Cost: $275 + HST
Register: 778-228-9401 or info@bccda.org
Career Development Theories
22 Hours (18 hours in class, 4 hours of assignments)
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 21, 2010 (6:00pm ? 9:00pm)
Thursday, September 23, 2010 (6:00pm ? 9:00pm)
Tuesday, September 28, 2010 (6:00pm ? 9:00pm)
Thursday, September 30, 2010 (6:00pm ? 9:00pm)
Saturday, October 2, 2010 (10:00am ? 4:30pm)
Location: Vancouver
Cost: $350 + HST
Register: 778-228-9401 or info@bccda.org
Decoding the MHSD Business Transformation Project: Community Consultation Series with John Coward
The Ministry of Housing and Social Development has just completed 14 information sharing sessions across the province on the Business Transformation Project. In addition, they have released a Stakeholder Information Package outlining the service delivery model, payment structure and planned procurement process for the new B.C. Employment Program. In response to this initiative, the B.C. Career Development Association has organized a consultation process for the career development sector. The consultation will include a series of workshops as well as a virtual online web 2.0 discussion platform specifically designed to broaden the discussion on the Transformation Project and the potential implications for the sector. Whether you are a practitioner working with clients, a supervisor, agency owner or executive director, it is important that we all have an opportunity to discuss the broad range of issues associated with this government initiative and develop community based solutions well in advance of the release of the draft RFP in the fall of this year.
The consultation will utilize an "Open Space" approach in both the face-to-face meetings as well as on the web 2.0 platform. The virtual online community has been designed specifically to facilitate an ongoing discussion after the consultation sessions as well as permit the participation of those unable to attend the face-to-face workshops. This process will offer an opportunity for a more frank, open and inclusive discussion on all of the various issues faced by the sector. In addition, it should be noted that the Association has agreed to present any controversial questions raised through the consultation process to the Ministry on behalf of members. This is designed to preserve organizational or individual anonymity well at the same time ensuring that all issues and points of view are raised.
Dates and Locations:
July 29th, New Westminster
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August 11th, Nanaimo
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August 19th, Mission
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August 31, Kelowna - RESCHEDULED
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To register please visit http://www.gifttool.com/registrar/ShowEventDetails?ID=21&EID=7418
HR Professionals: What Are They Looking For?
Panel Presentation
This is your chance to hear HR Representatives from a diverse set of organizations discuss what they are looking for and what is new with resumes, cover letters and portfolios. As well, the panel will be covering topics such as what has happened to all the jobs in high tech, how to navigate the hiring process, selection and interview skills and more. This panel will be full of practical information to share with your colleagues and clients.
Each panel has 3 HR representatives and each panelist has 20 minutes to share who they are, their own work history, what their current role emphasis is, who and how their company recruits, the best way for a job seeker to approach their company, definite do's and don'ts, general resume and interview tips, etc. After each speaker there will be a few minutes for specific questions about their company. Then at the end of the panelist presentations, we will open the floor to questions for about an hour.
Agenda:
Wednesday, September 15th
SUCCESS - Choi Hall, 28 West Pender Street, Vancouver
For more information please visit http://www.bccda.org/agendas.cfm
To register please contact 778-228-9401 or info@bccda.org
8:45 am to 9:15 am Registration and networking
9:15 am to 9:30 am Announcements, overview and introduction of morning speakers
9:30 am to 12:00 pm HR Professionals: What Are They Looking For Part 1
Brenda Rigney ? Aritzia, Director, Human Resources
Sean McGillen ? Hunter Dickinson, HRIS Specialist
Candice Meighen ? Fifth Option
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm No host lunch and networking
1:00 pm to 3:30 pm HR Professionals: What Are They Looking For Part 2
Stefanie Hanz ? Boston Pizza, National Recruitment Manager
Christine Maassen ? SilverBirch Hotels & Resorts
Robert Zalaudek ? Procom Consultants, Staffing Specialist
Sector News and Updates ...
Press Release - August 23, 2010
FOUR MAJOR IMMIGRANT NGO'S FORM CONSORTIUM TO RESPOND TO EMPLOYMENT NEEDS
Four of BC's largest immigrant serving organizations have for the first time joined forces to respond to an upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) to deliver the Employment Program of BC that addresses the varying needs of British Columbians looking for work. The RFP is part of the Business Transformation Model for Employment being initiated by the BC government to deliver a comprehensive made-in-BC employment service delivery model.
The Immigrant Services Network (ISN) ? comprising ISSofBC, MOSAIC, PICS and S.U.C.C.E.S.S. ? has been established in response to the goal of the Ministry of Housing and Social Development's Business Transformation Project to "build working relationships with other organizations to develop a collaborative service delivery model to meet the community's needs".
The Immigrant Services Network is an innovative and community-based partnership that will facilitate the delivery of integrated, flexible and responsive employment services to address the labour market needs in Vancouver. This unique partnership capitalizes on the strong linkages and vast experience these agencies have within the community including businesses, government, community service providers, training and educational institutions. The ISN consortium will increase the likelihood that immigrants in Vancouver continue to receive the specialized employment services they need to contribute fully to the BC economy.
"Collectively, these agencies deliver employment services to over 50,000 British Columbians annually, and by pooling resources and expertise, the consortium will be in an even stronger position to assist BC job seekers and employers to achieve success," stated Thomas Yeung, an ISN spokesperson.
CONTACT
Joan Andersen
Director, Employment & Language Programs
MOSAIC
604-254-0244 ext.289
jandersen@mosaicbc.com
or
Thomas Yeung
Senior Program Director, Employment Services
S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
604-808-0629
thomasyeung@success.bc.ca
BC's Employment Program Business Transformation
The Ministry of Housing and Social Development has just completed 14 information sharing sessions across the province on the Business Transformation Project. In addition, they have released a Stakeholder Information Package outlining the service delivery model, payment structure and planned procurement process for the new BC Employment Program.
To find the BC Bid page for the Stakeholder Information Package from the Business Transformation Project, which includes the many documents uploaded for and following the Province-wide Stakeholder Information Sessions, please see the following:
Go to www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca On BC Bid, under "Browse" use the "Advanced Search" function, enter Document # "elms-001", select "January 1, 2010" as the FROM date, and click the button that says "Closed" opportunities.
These documents can also be easily accessed form our new Virtual Business Transformation Discussion and Resource Page (Decode BC Bid), which is included in your registration for upcoming BCCDA consultations to be held over the next couple of months.
After July 9, 2010, Stakeholders may continue to communicate with the Ministry at: http://www.labourmarketservices.gov.bc.ca/community_organizations/service_providers_questions_and_answers.html and by e-mailing questions to elms.stakeholders@gov.bc.ca
Stakeholders will have a further opportunity to ask questions about the program and procurement process through the RFI process, which will begin in the fall and run until December 2010. The RFI document will be posted on the BC Bid wesite at www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca when it becomes available.
To view the timelines for Phase II, please click here Timeline.pdf
BCCDA Preparing Members for Transformation
In response to this initiative, the BC Career Development Association has organized a consultation process for the career development sector. The consultation will include a series of workshops as well as a virtual online web 2.0 discussion platform specifically designed to broaden the discussion and provide resources on the Transformation Project and the potential implications for the sector. Whether you are a practitioner working with clients, a supervisor, agency owner or executive director, it is important that we all have an opportunity to discuss the broad range of issues associated with this government initiative and develop community bsed solutions well in advance of the release of the draft RFP in the fall of this year.
Please submit questions to info@bccda.org
To sign up for one of the BCCDA's consultation workshops, please visit http://www.bccda.org/agendas.cfm
Sessions were held in the following locations:
| Date | Location | RSVP Deadline |
| May 26 | Kamloops | May 17 |
| May 27 | Kelowna | May 17 |
| May 31 | Terrace | May 19 |
| June 2 | Prince George | May 19 |
| June 4 | Fort St. John | May 19 |
| June 8 | Nelson | May 21 |
| June 9 | Cranbrook | May 21 |
| June 10 | Vancouver | May 25 |
| June 15 | Chilliwack | May 25 |
| June 16 | Surrey | May 25 |
| June 17 | Burnaby | May 25 |
| June 23 | Nanaimo | June 7 |
| June 24 | Courtney | June 7 |
| June 29 | Victoria | June 7 |
| July 6 | Online Session | June 18 |
| July 7 | Online Session | June 18 |