Day: November 18, 2019

Strong interest for seniors’ care careers among Canadian newcomers

Newcomers to Canada had the opportunity to interact with seniors’ care providers and learn more about jobs in the sector at a career fair organized by the Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) and BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) in Vancouver last Wednesday. ISSofBC, a local non-profit which receives funding from the federal government, is […]

Media Release: New report shows apprenticeships provide a strong pathway toward seniors’ care careers

BCCPA’s report, published during Apprenticeship Recognition Month, emphasizes the need for more health care apprenticeships in the province. November 18, 2019 (Burnaby, B.C.) – Apprenticeships are commonly used for many trades and skilled occupations in Canada. However, a new report by BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA) proposes that apprenticeships are still an untapped opportunity for employers […]