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Success Stories

Read stories or watch videos of British Columbians who have found success in a range of roles and industries. Their stories inspire you, give you ideas and open doors to new opportunities. You’ll also learn how WorkBC's programs and services can help you reach your goals.

Kendra on the job as an electrician wearing safety glasses

Discover how Kendra’s motivation and connections with the right people led her to a prospective career.

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Hazel shares her path to becoming an employment counsellor. Discover how mentors and a positive mindset opened doors to a job she loves.

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Learn how the SkilledTradesBC Youth Train in Trades Program helped Cressen become the first female carpenter with the Surrey School District.

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Almost anything is going to take longer than you think it will. Be persistent and prepare yourself for the long haul.

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First Nations culture and an observed need are reflected in custom red cedar casket business.

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Networking, product quality and a focused effort on sales and marketing power robust growth.

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Excellent customer service and thinking outside the box make for a winning combination.

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With a growing demand and burgeoning workforce, this clothing manufacturer continues to expand.

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In a big box world, this retail service is going small box to operate on a sustainable scale.

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This program provides technology training to address the skilled labour needs of industry.

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These bar coding pioneers provide clients with one-stop vendor solutions.

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The orchardists sold out their first cider production in three months and haven't looked back.