Students wishing to discuss Career Exploration course offerings, volunteer opportunities or dual credit programs should make an appointment in the Career Centre.
Careers & Transitions
Careers and Transitions provide locally developed educational programs that prepare students for entry into the workplace and further education and training in a specific career pathway.
Trades Information
Student’s in the trades, this information will assist you in your employment quest as a first-year trade apprentice.
The biggest hurdle students have after choosing a career is finding employment. More specifically, with trades apprenticeship, finding a willing employer sponsor for their first year of apprenticeship is a challenge. Many employers are reluctant to hire apprentices due to costs which makes finding a willing employer a difficult and the slow one.
There is funding available to the employer if a student is hired. The Federal government funded program takes away many of employer excuses by providing financial incentives to offset the cost of training. Students aware of this program can not only sell themselves but show the enhanced return on the company’s investment.
This program is provided by the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC), funded by the Government of Canada, covering 22 federally recognized construction and manufacturing trades.
For more information on the program refer to:
Dual Credit
Start your post-secondary education early and TUITION FREE!
This unique partnership with SD79 and Vancouver Island University or Camosun College enables high school students to earn both high school and post-secondary credits.
Students can now show interest in our programs on the website and an email will then go to FKSS careers secretary who will contact the student to book an appointment. Students are also welcomed to stop in at the Career Centre anytime.
Camosun College – Dual Credit Opportunities
Calling all Technology & Engineering Enthusiasts…
View the flyer for more information. To apply or receive more information, see your high school careers team!
Coming soon…
Achieve Anything Foundation
Female students 14 years or older, including adults!
Detailed program descriptions are on the foundation website.
OPPORTUNITIES ARE STILL AVAILABLE – APPLY NOW!
Why study Abroad?
~ It will change your life ~
View 7 reasons to go abroad after school.
How do you get started?
Do you want to work and travel?
Check out International Experiences Canada.
A Canadian government website to help you navigate the complexities involved in working overseas.
Experience French outside BC
Is a GAP year right for you?
Maybe? Read these reasons why
- Study and go abroad – travel * work * volunteer
- SWAP Working Holidays – work * volunteer * teach * intern
- Global Citizens AIESEC – volunteer * internship program
- Eco South Africa – GAP year / Volunteer program
- Canadian Gap Association
- Careers and Transitions – SD61 information site
- Talent Egg – Job exploration site
- Career Trek – Work BC exploration
On-Demand Workshops
We know you lead busy lives – pick 30 minutes (15 on 2x playback) that works for you.
Explore, Dream, & Design Your Gap Year (Get Access)
- Discuss common fears around taking a gap year and how to break through them (so you don’t end up spending a year sleeping in)
- Consider what makes you feel alive and how you might want to be different after this year before you start planning
- Share our secret strategy for how to flexibly plan during the pandemic
- Explore ways to carve your own path, find opportunities, and network so you’re workforce ready
Gap Years 101: Just the Basics (Get Access)
- Examine the risks & benefits of taking a gap year
- Share how gap years impact your university/college/workforce prospects
- Define the key components to planning and executing a purposeful gap year
- Connect you with exceptional gap year programs and experiences
- Leave you with tips, tricks and tools for maximizing your gap year experience.