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

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

portrait of Elana crouching next to bags of coffee

This business doubled every year from the start and its owner saw the potential right away.

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Discover how the BladeRunners program helps British Columbians find success and open doors to new opportunities.

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Discover how the Community Workforce Response Grant program helps British Columbians find success and open doors to new opportunities.

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Success stories about people with disabilities from local residents and B.C. employers.

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Abraham moved to Fort St. John. With a BC Grant Access Grant, he began his training for a new career.

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See how Nicolle seized her skills training opportunity in a Red Seal Culinary Arts program.

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Learn how a combination of community support and self-exploration helped Michael discover his post-secondary education goals.