7 Steps to a Great Interview
These seven simple, applicable steps – from the moment you are invited to an interview until well after it – increase your chances of success.
															Free, personalized support to help you reach your employment goals
Whether you’re looking for your first job, ready to change careers, or just need some help with your resume – we’re here to provide the support you need to succeed. Our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way, from career exploration, to even after you’re landed the job.
These seven simple, applicable steps – from the moment you are invited to an interview until well after it – increase your chances of success.
A comprehensive list of phrases that describe various employability skills and competencies.
A resume building tool to help you get started.
A collection of useful verbs to make your skills stand out.
A instructional document breaking down the parts of a successful cover letter.
Cover letter templates to create a lasting first impression
Calculating a realistic cost of living can help you budget.
Short documentaries on jobs and careers across BC
Canada-Wide news & events affecting the job market.
BC Specific career and labour market information.
Lessons that offer a mix of text, video, interactives, and challenges to practice what you learn.
Use these lessons to set strategies for financial success, from creating a budget to paying taxes online.
Becoming a better typist can open new career avenues.
These tutorials will help empower you to be more comfortable with this type of technology, from learning the parts of a computer to using a mouse.
Computer skills can open up new opportunities for you.
Assess and practice your typing. Track your progress and increase your words per minute.
															A donor-supported initiative that lets us step in when traditional funding falls short, bridging gaps quickly so individuals and families don’t fall through the cracks.
The West Kootenay Career Fair is a region-wide event that brings together job seekers, students, employers, and community organizations to connect, collaborate and build a stronger workforce.
															Our coaches are here to support your goals, whether you’re navigating challenges, exploring new directions, or building your professional toolkit. With flexible session types and packages available, it’s easy to find an option that fits your needs and schedule.
Kootenay Career Development Society acknowledges with respect and gratitude that the operation of our employment and training centres throughout the West Kootenay and Boundary regions happens in the unceded traditional territories of the Sinixt (Lakes), the Syilx (Okanagan), the Ktunaxa and the Secwepemc (Shuswap) peoples. We recognize the enduring presence of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people and are grateful for the opportunity to live, learn and work in these beautiful lands.
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