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

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:

  • Accenture
  • Teck Resources Limited
  • Sony Pictures Imageworks
  • Finning Canada
  • H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
  • Belmar Consulting
  • SkilledTradesBC
  • Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Schedule

Time (AM//PST) April 24, 2024
9:30-10:10 Morning Plenary Session

  • JABC Welcome & Land Acknowledgement: Sheila Biggers, President & CEO, JA British Columbia
  • Territory Welcome: Elder Lekeyten, Kwantlen First Nation, KPU
  • Emcee: Andrew MacLean, Developer Relations Manager, DevCycle
  • Keynote Speaker: Greg Malpass, Executive Chair, Uncommon Purpose
  • Host Remarks
  • Presenting Sponsor Remarks
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.”

Educator, Vancouver

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.

Student, Vancouver