Workbc Centre Maple Ridge

Small accommodations make big impacts!

Ergonomic equipment, flexible scheduling, sensory-friendly workspaces, and clear written instructions can go a long way toward workplace success. Learn more about supporting workplace success at WorkBC.ca.

Mark your calendars, Maple Ridge! 📅

Pathways to Success: Career Fair is coming and it's going to be a big one!

🗓️ Wednesday, October 14, 2026
🕛 12:00pm – 6:00pm
📍 The ACT Arts Centre
11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge

Here's what to expect:
🏢 20+ employer booths
💼 WorkBC Employment Services Hub
🏙️ City of Maple Ridge Career Information Hub

Sponsored by the City of Maple Ridge in partnership with the Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce and WorkBC Centre Maple Ridge.

More details coming soon... stay tuned! 👀

📧 Questions? Reach out to:
Aminah Khan — [email protected]
Dara Bonderud — [email protected]

The room is filling up and so are the opportunities 👀

Inclusive Futures: Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows Employment & Community Connections Fair is happening this Wednesday, September 23rd and we're giving you a sneak peek at who you'll meet and what's available.

Employers joining us:
Panago Pizza , Mucho Burrito , Humble Roots Cafe & Deli , Ranch Pub & Grill, Firehouse Subs Firehouse Subs , Hansel and Gretel Bakery , Ozz Electric , Fraser River Indigenous Society & ACT Arts Centre Maple Ridge Arts

Community partners on hand:
Fraser River Indigenous Society, Neil Squire Assistive Technology, Disability Alliance BC , Community Services & Cythera, Ridge Meadows Association for Community Living , Big Brothers and Sisters, SASET & Ridge Meadows College

Jobs available on the spot:
🔹 Front of House Staff, Cooks/Bakers, Sandwich Artists, Kitchen Helpers, Delivery Drivers
🔹 Estimator, Project Coordinator, Warehouse Manager, Low Voltage Technician, Fire Alarm Technician, Journeyperson + Apprentices (Electrical)
🔹 Indigenous Infant & Child Development Consultant, Early Childhood Educator Coordinator, Housing Support & Family Strengthening Worker
🔹 Volunteer opportunities in Arts & Culture

Bring your resume. Dress to impress. Tickets are limited, register now or walk in on a first-come basis.

📅 Wednesday, Sept 23 | 12:30–3:00pm
📍 Maple Ridge Library — Level 2, Fraser/Alouette Room
22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd, Maple Ridge

🔗 Register: eventbrite.ca/e/1997184864693

Talent knows no limits. Opportunity shouldn't either.

This September we're celebrating the value people with disabilities bring to the workforce.

Want to learn more? Connect with us!
📍 170 – 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge
📞 1-604-466-4600
📧 [email protected]
🌐 workbccentre-mapleridge.ca

Your future. Your strengths. Your opportunities.

Inclusive Futures is designed to help people with disabilities connect with employers, training providers, and community organizations that can support their employment journey.

Discover:

🔹 Job opportunities with inclusive employers
🔹 Workplace accommodation resources
🔹 Assistive technology information
🔹 Career exploration and training pathways
🔹 Local support services that can help you succeed

No matter where you are in your employment journey, there are resources and opportunities available to help you move forward.

📅 September 23, 2026
📍 Maple Ridge Library
🎟 Free Event

Register online at: eventbrite.ca/e/1997184864693

Discover how businesses are thriving through inclusivity and how you can too. Check out WorkBC's "Quick Reads" page for inspiring stories this Disability Employment Month!

🔗 https://www.workbc.ca/quick-reads

Did you know that more than 1 in 4 Canadians have a disability?

Inclusive hiring helps employers access a broader talent pool while building stronger, more innovative workplaces.

At Inclusive Futures: Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows, job seekers can connect directly with employers committed to creating accessible and inclusive workplaces.

Job seekers will have opportunities to:

✔ Meet hiring employers
✔ Learn about workplace accommodations
✔ Explore training and career development options
✔ Connect with employment and community support services

Together, we can create workplaces where talent, skills, and potential are recognized and valued.

📅 September 23, 2026
📍 Maple Ridge Library

If you're an employer looking to hire, we have 2 employer spots available! Participation is FREE! Contact us before Sept 18 to save your spot!

Here's what to expect at Inclusive Futures on September 23rd 👇

🤝 A room full of local employers, some actively hiring right now
🛠️ Employment service providers who can help you figure out next steps
📚 Education and training organizations with programs you might not know exist
♿ Accessibility and assistive technology resources
💬 Real conversations — not just pamphlets

Our tips for making the most of it:
✅ Bring a few copies of your resume
✅ Dress to impress
✅ Come with questions — employers love them
✅ Talk to as many people as possible — you never know where a conversation might lead

It's free, it's open to everyone, and it could be exactly what you've been looking for.

📅 Wednesday, September 23 | 12:30–3:00pm
📍 Maple Ridge Library — Level 2, Alouette & Fraser Rooms
🔗 Register: eventbrite.ca/e/1997184864693

Here's what's coming up next week at WorkBC Maple Ridge! 📅

Join us on Wednesday, September 16th from 1:30pm - 3:30pm for Education R & D: Chart your Path.

Then, we're hosting 3 free workshops on Thursday, September 17th:

🟣 Digital Basics: Getting Started with Computers | 9:00–10:30am
🟢 AI-Powered Career Planning and Job Search | 11:00am–12:30pm
🔵 Email Essentials for Job Search | 1:30–3:30pm

Free, practical, and designed to give your job search a real boost. Come as you are!

📝 Registrations close 1 day before the event.
🔗 Reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/3SC4sth
🌐 workbccentre-mapleridge.ca

Wondering if the Inclusive Futures is for you? We've got you covered!👇

This event is for you if you're:
🔍 Actively looking for work
🎓 A young person figuring out your career options
🔄 Returning to the workforce after time away
♿ A person with a disability looking for inclusive employer connections
🌱 Facing barriers to employment and looking for support
💡 Just curious about what's available in your community

Walk-ins are welcome, but registration is encouraged!

📅 Wednesday, September 23 | 12:30–3:00pm
📍 Maple Ridge Library — Level 2, Alouette Room & Fraser Room
🔗 Register: eventbrite.ca/e/1997184864693