JABC TechWorks is a unique work-readiness program for high school students, designed to inspire and empower youth to explore the skills and careers of tomorrow. Through immersive experiences, this program demonstrates how technology impacts every job and industry. Offered both online and in-person, JABC TechWorks equips youth with the mindset and self-awareness to confidently navigate their journey from high school to future success.
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During the 2024–25 school year, JA British Columbia proudly delivered JABC TechWorks to over 4,000 students across 39 schools and 19 districts. This flexible model, offered virtually and in-person, provided engaging career-focused learning opportunities through live panels, interactive presentations, and direct access to industry experts. Students gained valuable insights into emerging tech careers while building skills to support their own career journeys. Learn more here.
2026 JABC TECHWORKS VIRTUAL PROGRAM
We’ve taken TechWorks to the next level with brand-new, 20-minute videos that showcase world-changing technologies, leading companies, and exciting career opportunities. Each video comes with ready-to-use educator guides and student activities, so you can bring technology learning into your classroom anytime – no live schedule required.
By registering, you’ll get access to:
- The Power of Technology – how tech shapes our world
- AI is Everywhere – the future unfolding now
- Creativity Meets Technology – innovation at work
- Panel Discussion with Tech Experts
- Plus, exclusive classroom activities to keep your students engaged and thinking critically
These flexible resources support B.C.’s curriculum across Career Education, Science, and ADST, and are offered at no cost thanks to our generous supporters. With exclusive classroom activities, your students will stay engaged, think critically, and explore how technology is shaping the future of work.
And coming soon — two exciting new releases:
VIDEO 1: HEALING WITH TECHNOLOGY:
Coming Winter 2026
- See how technology is transforming healthcare from wearables and virtual visits to AI diagnostics and biotech breakthroughs. This session reveals how tech is helping people live longer, healthier lives and creating exciting new career paths.
VIDEO 2: TECH ON THE MOVE:
Coming Spring 2026
- Discover how technology is redefining transportation on land, in the air, across the ocean and even in space. From electric cars and smart ports to drones and space travel, this session showcases the innovations moving us forward.
Want a sneak peek? We’ve also created a short highlight video you can watch and share with your students to get them inspired before diving into the full series.
Thank you to our 2024-25 Partners!
Provincial Partners
Presenting Partner
Platinum Partners
Gold Partners
Silver Partners
Venue Partner
I enjoyed learning about everyone’s experiences and learning about different opportunities in the tech industry.
My highlight was when I saw the demonstration of the robotic arms’ scanning technology for handling sensitive products and cars.
Overall, it [Surrey TechWorks] was well organized, good lunch, great workshops. I would take students again.
I think it was really cool to hear from people who worked on some of my favourite movies, like the Spiderman.
I think the program was great and would definitely recommend this to someone looking to learn more about the tech field.
I must say that the videos were superb! They highlighted the broad competencies required by the Tech career clusters, gave a good overview of the type of responsibilities of each occupation, and helped students understand the eclectic training and on-the-job training required for each career highlighted.
Thank you.