PICS Society

06/11/2026

Have you been impacted by a layoff, unemployment, or are you looking to upskill and transition into a new career?

The Northern BC Workforce Career Transition Training Program offers 100% funded training and career support for individuals ready to take the next step in their employment journey.

The Sectors we cater to:
Construction and Trades
Healthcare
Social Services
Education and Childcare
Transportation
AI and Technology
Hospitality
Project Management and Administration

All interested and eligible participants can register here: https://link.saabu.io/widget/form/4QwBNx2hviz0R8kO03IK
To learn more, visit: https://www.freetrainings.ca/northernbc

06/04/2026

06/02/2026

Whether you're looking to reskill, upskill, or pivot into a new career, this FREE fully funded training is designed for you.
✓ Construction Workers
✓ Designers & Architects
✓ Homebuilders & Engineers
✓ Tradespeople
✓ Contractors
✓ Building operators
✓ Policy Makers & Planners
✓ Realtors

What you’ll learn about:
• 5-week self-paced online training from Assiniboine College
• Earn Green Buildings & Retrofits micro-credential and associate certificate
• Learn Sustainable Building Basics, Energy Analysis & Verification, Efficient Energy retrofits system, and Safety and compliance basics;
• Opportunity for a 4-week practicum or employment placement

Join our UPCOMING free info session:
Date: June 8th, 2026
Time: 10:00-11:00 AM
Location: Online, Zoom
Register here: https://link.saabu.io/widget/form/kTNNjTjazPnlmeTlWlpC

Contact Us:
Call us at: 604-596-7722 ext. 310 / 315
Visit us: https://pc.freetrainings.ca/

05/29/2026

📢 📢 📢 100% Government Funded Trades Starter Program - Electrical Trades Exploration Cohort 7 - delivered in partnership between Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society (PICS), Skilled Trades BC and Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU).

🏛️ Program Schedule:
Total 16 Weeks from July 6, 2026 to October 23, 2026
- 2 Weeks Online Class with PICS for Soft Skills and Employability Skills training
- 8 Weeks In-person Class at KPU – Cloverdale Campus
- 6 Weeks Online Class with PICS for Job Search Support

✅ Eligibility:
-Living in BC
-PR OR Canadian Citizen OR Protected person with Notice of Decision
-Unemployed OR precariously employed
-Eligible if you are any one of the following demographics of Equity -Deserving group and self-Identify as: Women /2SLGBTQIA+/Immigrants/Black Canadians/Racialized Persons/Youth Adult at risk OR Indigenous people
-Not receiving duplicative financial supports from another provincially or federally funded labour market program
-Not be a full-time student in high school or post secondary education or training

🌐 More Details and Registration Form:

Join the fully funded Electrical Trades Exploration program in BC. Get hands-on training, job-ready skills, and career support. Apply now!

05/22/2026

Are you interested in attending a fully funded Construction Craft Worker Level 1 Program offered by Kekinow Society and instructed by Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) - Cloverdale Campus?

This 5-week program, starting on June 23, 2026, is designed to support Indigenous participants in building foundational skills and certifications for a successful career in construction, free of cost.

Application Deadline: June 18, 2026

Limited seats available — early applications are encouraged.

Registration Link: https://freetrainings.ca/construction-craft-worker

04/22/2026

📢 📢 📢 100% Government Funded Transportation Trades Sampler Short Certificate (Automotive Program) - delivered in partnership between Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society (PICS), Skilled Trades BC and Vancouver Community College (VCC).

🏛️ Program Schedule:
Total 16 Weeks from May 25, 2026 - September 11, 2026
- 2 Weeks Online Class with PICS for Soft Skills and Employability Skills training
- 10 Weeks In-person Class at VCC Broadway campus for Automotive Service, Automotive Collision & Refinishing, Heavy-Duty Equipment
- 4 Weeks Online Class with PICS for Job Search Support

✅ Weekly Online Info Session (2-3pm on every Friday - Apr 24th, May 1st, and May 8th 2026)
Before filling the online registration, you are required to attend at least one online info session (the interview questions are based on the info session).

Zoom meeting link:
Join from Zoom Workplace app - https://zoom.us/j/98878690768?pwd=hePDZibPGN0ttCJc4COwezMKHy1fuc.1
Meeting ID: 988 7869 0768
Passcode: 652902

✅ Eligibility:
-Living in BC
-PR OR Canadian Citizen OR Protected person with Notice of Decision
-Unemployed OR precariously employed
-Eligible if you are any one of the following demographics of Equity -Deserving group and self-Identify as: Women /2SLGBTQIA+/Immigrants/Black Canadians/Racialized Persons/Youth Adult at risk OR Indigenous people
-Not receiving duplicative financial supports from another provincially or federally funded labour market program
-Not be a full-time student in high school or post secondary education or training

🌐 More Details and Registration Form:
https://freetrainings.ca/ste-trade-starter-program

Apply for a fully funded Transportation Trades Sampler Certificate in BC. Get hands-on training and job-ready skills. Apply now.

04/22/2026

📢 📢 📢 100% Government Funded Trades Starter Program - Electrical Trades Exploration Cohort 7 - delivered in partnership between Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society (PICS), Skilled Trades BC and Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU).

🏛️ Program Schedule:
Total 16 Weeks from May 19, 2026 to September 4, 2026
- 2 Weeks Online Class with PICS for Soft Skills and Employability Skills training
- 8 Weeks In-person Class at KPU – Cloverdale Campus
- 6 Weeks Online Class with PICS for Job Search Support

✅ Eligibility:
-Living in BC
-PR OR Canadian Citizen OR Protected person with Notice of Decision
-Unemployed OR precariously employed
-Eligible if you are any one of the following demographics of Equity -Deserving group and self-Identify as: Women /2SLGBTQIA+/Immigrants/Black Canadians/Racialized Persons/Youth Adult at risk OR Indigenous people
-Not receiving duplicative financial supports from another provincially or federally funded labour market program
-Not be a full-time student in high school or post secondary education or training

🌐 More Details and Registration Form:

Join the fully funded Electrical Trades Exploration program in BC. Get hands-on training, job-ready skills, and career support. Apply now!

04/17/2026

Get ready for the PICS Mega Job Fair — your chance to connect with employers, explore exciting career opportunities, and take the next step toward your future!

Whether you're looking for a new job, a career change, or your first opportunity, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Save the date and stay tuned for more details!

04/16/2026

PICS Society was proud to be at the BC Legislature in Victoria celebrating Sikh Heritage Month. Honouring the rich contributions, values, and legacy of the Sikh community in our province!
Special thanks to the staff of Khalsa Credit Union in Victoria for hosting us!


Satbir Cheema Khalsa Credit Union Maninder Sandhu Grewal

04/13/2026

Join us at the 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 hosted by PICS-Foreign Credential Recognition Program—a event for internationally trained 𝐝𝐨𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬, 𝐧𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐬, 𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭, and 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬!

𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: May 08,2026
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: UBC Robson Square (800 Robson St, Vancouver)
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

This conference is designed to help you navigate your path back into the healthcare profession.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝?
✅ Get your credentials evaluated and understand licensing requirements
✅ Hear directly from regulatory authorities and hiring managers
✅ Learn about financial support of up to $30,000 and paid work opportunities
✅ Gain insights into the Canadian healthcare job market

Registration Link : Eventbrite Link

Satbir Cheema