2023-24 Program Overview
2023-24 Program Overview
Now in its eighth year, JABC TechWorks is a unique work-readiness program for high school students. Offered online and in-person, this experience allows youth to delve into tech-related career opportunities while gaining insights into the education, skills, and forward-thinking mindset necessary for these future jobs.
JABC TechWorks In-person | Surrey
JABC TechWorks In-person | Surrey
Program details:
- To be held for Grade 10-12 students on April 24, 2024 at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) Surrey Campus
- For program inquires, contact Beatriz Araujo at b.araujo@jabc.org
- For partnership opportunities, contact Delreen Motiwalla at d.moltiwalla@jabc.org
Breakout Sessions presented by:
Breakout Session | Speakers | |||
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Accenture | ||||
Belmar Consulting Group
Join us for an exciting session on technology consulting! Discover what we do, how to break into the field, and post-secondary life hacks. Learn from our career journeys and get insights into our daily lives. Plus, win prizes! |
Matthew Hui Chief Operating Officer |
Laxinder Singh Project Manager |
Tom Kadota Solutions Engineer |
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Finning Canada
Have you ever wondered what you would look like as an animated character in video learning? Come join us as we engage with students in a mini-improv showcase of the software we use to design training and make employee learning experiences fun at Finning! You will also explore the variety of career opportunities that exist within Finning. |
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H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
Science communication is a skill that requires that you understand the concept and are able to explain it at a variety of knowledge levels. In this breakout session, participants will work in groups to complete a coding challenge. They will then have to design a way to communicate why the code works at a grade 4-6 level. |
Marley Leacock Astronomer |
Leanne Jung Director of Learning |
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Kwantlen Polytechnic University | ||||
SkilledTradesBC
Skilled trades is not just manual labour – it can be high-tech! Students will participate in an interactive quiz/game that covers high-tech tools, guessing the trade, technology used in skilled trades, and more! |
Program Lead – Youth |
. . Apprenticeship Advisor |
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Sony Pictures Imageworks
In this session, students will explore the essential roles in creating animated and visual effects. They will also delve into qualifications and educational paths for those interested in merging artistic skills with technical know-how for a career in the arts. |
Training Department Manager |
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Teck Resources Limited
What?! Gaming Technology for Mining? |
Dave Donaldson |
spekaer |
Schedule
Schedule
Time (AM//PST) | April 24, 2024 |
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9:30-10:10 | Opening Session
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10:20-11:00 | Breakout Session 1 |
11:10-11:50 | Breakout Session 2 |
12:00-12:35 | Lunch |
12:45-1:25 | Breakout Session 3 |
1:35-2:15 | Breakout Session 4 |
2:25-2:45 | Live Trivia & Prizes |
Thank you to our Partners!
Provincial Partners
Presenting Partner
Platinum Partners
Gold Partners
Silver Partners
“This event will make a difference in the lives of many of them – influencing the way they think
and choices they make in the future.”
I have opened my eyes to working somewhere in the technology field. This gave me a bit of a head start and I am grateful for it.