Rutland WorkBC

Rutland WorkBC Our WorkBC Centre offers in-person services by appointment as well as virtual services.

Before visiting, please phone or email to learn about the services and resources available.

📣 Please note that our WorkBC Centre will be closed on Monday, September 7 for Labour Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, Se...
09/03/2026

📣 Please note that our WorkBC Centre will be closed on Monday, September 7 for Labour Day.

We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8 and look forward to supporting you then.

It’s International Youth Day! 🌎 Across the globe, young people share many of the same aspirations: quality education, me...
08/12/2026

It’s International Youth Day! 🌎

Across the globe, young people share many of the same aspirations: quality education, meaningful work, opportunities to grow, and a brighter future.

At WorkBC, we're proud to help BC youth build skills, make connections, explore careers, and access opportunities. Contact us to learn how we can support your career journey.

**CENTRE NOTICE**Our centre will be closed on Monday, August 3. We’ll be back and ready to support you during regular bu...
07/30/2026

**CENTRE NOTICE**
Our centre will be closed on Monday, August 3. We’ll be back and ready to support you during regular business hours starting Tuesday, August 4.

**AVIS DU CENTRE**
Notre centre sera fermĂ© le lundi 3 aoĂ»t. Nous serons de retour et prĂȘts Ă  vous aider pendant les heures normales d'ouverture Ă  partir du mardi 4 aoĂ»t.

SUCCESS STORY 🎉Rooney came to WorkBC Rutland facing significant challenges. After years of self-employment and short-te...
07/10/2026

SUCCESS STORY 🎉

Rooney came to WorkBC Rutland facing significant challenges. After years of self-employment and short-term customer service roles, he struggled to find stable work while managing the effects of a brain injury and schizoaffective disorder. As a mature worker, he also faced challenges with memory, concentration, and learning new tasks, making the job search process especially tough.

With support from WorkBC, Rooney rebuilt his confidence and refreshed his approach to finding work. He received help developing tailored resumes and cover letters, participated in interview and networking workshops, and worked closely with his Employment Counsellor to identify opportunities that aligned with his strengths and goals. While these efforts strengthened his confidence and employability, securing the right job remained a challenge. To further expand his skills and improve his employment prospects, Rooney enrolled in the Project-Based Labour Market (PBLMT) Hospitality and Culinary program at Okanagan College. There he thrived in a structured environment and successfully completed his training.

Rooney has now secured a part-time role as a Customer Service Sales Representative at Costco with Green Tech Inc. With ongoing support, including job-start funding, he is settling into a role that fits his skills and routine. Rooney’s journey is a wonderful example of how perseverance, combined with the right support, can lead to lasting change.

“I have utmost appreciation and gratitude to WorkBC.”

Reach out to the WorkBC Centre Rutland to discover how we might assist you as well!
P: 778.738.2909
E: [email protected]
https://hubs.la/Q04p65jT0

It’s possible to turn effort into progress. With time, care, and dedication, small steps can bring your dreams to life, ...
07/08/2026

It’s possible to turn effort into progress.

With time, care, and dedication, small steps can bring your dreams to life, especially when you’re building something of your own.

WorkBC supports people in developing skills, building confidence, and moving toward careers shaped by passion and perseverance.

Happy Canada Day! 🍁Wishing everyone a wonderful day celebrating with family, friends, and community.Bonne fĂȘte du Canada...
07/01/2026

Happy Canada Day! 🍁
Wishing everyone a wonderful day celebrating with family, friends, and community.

Bonne fĂȘte du Canada! 🍁
Nous vous souhaitons une magnifique journée de célébration entouré de vos proches et de votre communauté.

**CENTRE NOTICE**Our centre will be closed on Wednesday, July 1 for Canada Day. We’ll be back and ready to support you d...
07/01/2026

**CENTRE NOTICE**
Our centre will be closed on Wednesday, July 1 for Canada Day. We’ll be back and ready to support you during regular business hours starting Thursday, July 2.

**AVIS DU CENTRE**
Notre centre sera fermĂ© le mercredi 1er juillet pour la fĂȘte du Canada. Nous serons de retour pour vous servir selon nos heures habituelles Ă  partir du jeudi 2 juillet.

On National Indigenous Peoples Day, we honour the vibrant cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples. ...
06/21/2026

On National Indigenous Peoples Day, we honour the vibrant cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples. At WorkBC, we recognize that every employment journey is unique.

Let us support you in finding yours—contact us today!

It’s possible to succeed with the right support. WorkBC helps newcomers build English language skills that support commu...
06/17/2026

It’s possible to succeed with the right support.

WorkBC helps newcomers build English language skills that support communication, confidence, and sustainable employment.

Your path forward starts at your local WorkBC Centre.

SUCCESS STORY 🎉After several years of unemployment, Lee came to the WorkBC Rutland Centre seeking a fresh start. As a m...
06/15/2026

SUCCESS STORY 🎉

After several years of unemployment, Lee came to the WorkBC Rutland Centre seeking a fresh start. As a mature worker with disabilities, Lee faced significant barriers to employment, including chronic neck and shoulder pain that made returning to previous fields such as landscaping and painting impossible. Despite holding a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Lee had never worked in an office setting and struggled to find opportunities that matched both her abilities and experience. Determined to help, WorkBC provided personalized case management, creating multiple tailored resumes and offering job search support to better highlight Lee’s transferable skills.

Understanding that employment success goes hand-in-hand with overall wellbeing, her Employment Counsellor connected Lee to ten sessions of personal counselling. These sessions helped build confidence, improve resilience, and support Lee through the emotional challenges of long-term unemployment. When job search efforts remained unsuccessful, WorkBC explored new pathways and supported Lee’s enrollment in the Project-Based Labour Market Training (PBLMT) Hospitality and Culinary program at Okanagan College, opening the door to a new and sustainable career direction.

Upon completing the program, Lee’s hard work paid off. WorkBC connected Lee with a local employer, leading to a part-time cleaner position in the hospitality field. To ensure a smooth transition, WorkBC provided job start supports, including essential clothing, cleaning supplies, and a gas card. Lee has stepped confidently into employment, proving that with the right support and determination, new beginnings are possible at any stage of life.

“Success to me is to embark on the right path and to utilize my full talent in my new career.”

Reach out to the WorkBC Centre Rutland to discover how we might assist you as well!
P: 778.738.2909
E: [email protected]
https://hubs.la/Q04lsbkC0

Address

Unit 40-301 Highway 33
Kelowna, BC
V1X1X8

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+17787382909

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