GVBCA Career & Settlement Workshop

Join the Greater Vancouver Bangladesh Cultural Association (GVBCA) for an informative and empowering Career & Settlement Workshop, bringing together experts from diverse industries to share information, guidance, and practical insights for building a successful future in Canada.

Whether you are a student, newcomer, job seeker, professional, family member, or community member, this event is an opportunity to learn, connect, ask questions, and explore new possibilities.

About Workshop

Starting a new career, navigating settlement in Canada, or planning your future can sometimes feel challenging.

The GVBCA Career & Settlement Workshop is designed to bring valuable information and guidance together in one place.

Meet experts from diverse fields, ask questions, explore opportunities, and gain practical insights that can help you make informed decisions about your career, settlement, health, education, and future.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: Sub Ballroom, SFU-Burnaby Campus
Address: 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6

Admission: FREE
Who can attend: Students, families, community members, and everyone interested

What You’ll Explore

The workshop will feature guidance and information in several important areas:

Health

Your health matters.

Learn where to seek the right information and guidance for a healthier future.

- Health-related guidance

- Understanding available resources

- Questions and information for individuals and families

Immigration & Settlement

Navigate your options.

Get information and guidance related to your settlement journey in Canada.

- Settlement-related information

- Understanding your Settlement options

- Resources and guidance for newcomers

- Opportunities to ask questions and connect with knowledgeable individuals
- Tax, Mortgage, Financial Assistance

Career Advice

Explore opportunities. Gain insights. Build your career with confidence.

Whether you are starting your career, looking for a new opportunity, changing careers, or trying to understand the Canadian job market, this workshop provides an opportunity to learn from experienced professionals.

- Career guidance

- Career development insights

- Understanding opportunities

- Professional growth

- Networking and connections

Celebrating Our Bangladeshi Graduates

We will also celebrate and honor our 2026 High School & Undergraduate Graduates (Must be Bangladeshi living in Canada).

This special recognition is an opportunity for the GVBCA community to celebrate the achievements of our students and recognize their dedication, hard work, and accomplishments.

Application Requirements:

- Must be Bangladeshi living in Canada

- Must be graduated either in Grade 12 or undergraduate degree in 2026 from the school/university/college anywhere in Greater Vancouver Area.

- Must complete the signup form (Grad registration) before the due date provided as below

- Must be member of GVBCA

- Must attend the GVBCA Career and Settlement Workshop this year.

Who Should Attend?

This event is open to everyone.

You are especially welcome if you are:

- A high school or university student who graduated in 2026

- Looking for career guidance

- A newcomer or someone navigating settlement in Canada

- A family member looking for useful information and resources

- Interested in education and future opportunities

- A community member interested in connecting with others

- Anyone interested in learning, networking, and personal growth

Why Attend?

- Learn from Expert: Connect with professionals and knowledgeable individuals from diverse industries.

- Get Practical Guidance: Gain useful information that can help you navigate career and settlement decisions.

- Ask Questions: Bring your questions and learn directly from people with relevant experience and knowledge.

- Build Connections: Meet other students, professionals, families, newcomers, and community members.

- Celebrate Our Graduates: Join us in recognizing and celebrating the achievements of our 2026 high school and undergraduate graduates.

Event Exhibitors

Meet a variety of organizations from across Greater Vancouver Areas, including:

- Employers from a range of industries

- Employment and career service providers

- Community support organizations

- Training and education providers

Employers may be promoting future opportunities, sharing career information, or discussing pathways into their industry.

Dress to impress, come ready to network & ask questions to employers. You never know where a conversation might lead!

At a Glance


Event	GVBCA Career & Settlement Workshop
Date	Sunday, October 11, 2026
Time	4:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Venue	Sub Ballroom, Simon Fraser University – Burnaby Campus
Address	8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6
Admission	FREE
Organized by	Greater Vancouver Bangladesh Cultural Association (GVBCA)
Audience	Students, families & community members
Focus Areas	Health • Immigration & Settlement • Career Advice
Special Recognition	2026 High School & Undergraduate Graduates

Join Us!

Come and meet experts from diverse industries, get valuable information and guidance, connect with your community, and celebrate the achievements of our 2026 graduates. Registration is encouraged to help us plan for attendance.

Note: If you are a business owner/employer/Career Advisor, looking for local talent and/or interested in participating in our Career and Settlement Workshop, please reach out to us via email at info@gvbca.ca

FREE FOR ALL ENTHUSIASTS

October 11, 2026
4:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Sub Ballroom, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby

Students | Families | Community Members

Event Registration (Due Date: Oct 9):

(Note: Each attendee should submit this form separately)

Newly Graduate Registration Form (Due Date: Oct 9):

(Note: Each student should submit this form separately)