About this event
Mark your calendar! West Coast Virtual Fairs will be hosting its annual event on Apr 29 and 30, 2025.
This event is a collaboration between the University of British Columbia (UBC), Simon Fraser University (SFU), and the University of Victoria (UVic). These three institutions are pleased to offer students and alumni the exciting opportunity to connect with hundreds of employers and graduate schools at the Career, Volunteer, and Graduate Schools event this spring.
The event will take place on a virtual fair platform called Eventus. Check out exhibitor booths to learn more about various organizations and their opportunities. Over 80 employers, graduate schools, and charities are invited to this one-of-a-kind virtual event. Attendees do not need to be present for the entire fair, and are encouraged to schedule breaks in between sessions.
Fair format
Pre-book 1-on-1 and group sessions with exhibitors. Early access to the virtual fair platform will only be sent to those who register for the event on CareersOnline.
- 1-on-1 sessions: Enjoy 15-minute private conversations with exhibitors using the video conferencing tool embedded in the platform.
- Group sessions: Join company and graduate school representatives for group information sessions with other UBC, SFU, and UVic students.
Reasons for attending the fair
- Create meaningful connections with recruiters and graduate school representatives across multiple industries
- Learn about full-time, part-time, co-op, and internship opportunities without leaving the comforts of your home
- Develop your networking and job search strategy skills by participating in virtual career-related workshops and interacting with hundreds of exhibitors
Preparation webinars
Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
Fri, Mar 21, 10:00 to 11:00 am
Highlight your strengths and achievements for each application you are preparing and learn how to get past the 6-second read that most employers use.
Interview Preparation Strategies
Wed, Apr 2, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Practice answering tough questions, asking interviewers good questions, and get tips for how to prepare your stories in advance.
Tues, Apr 15, 12:00 to 1:00 pm
Examine and reframe myths related to your major and career and use design thinking principles to help you make intentional choices and progress towards your goals.
Exhibitors
View the 2025 exhibitors below.
- Aventure Physiotherapy
- Amazon
- Ansys
- Axis Insurance Managers Inc.
- Barnard Construction Corporation
- BC Public Service
- Broadmead Care Society
- Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
- Children’s Hearing & Speech Centre of BC
- CIBC
- Connective Support Society
- Connexus Industries
- Davidson & Co LLP
- Developmental Disabilities Association
- EMB Management Ltd
- Evonik
- Fastenal Canada Ltd.
- Fortis BC
- Fraser Health
- GUS Medical and Veterinary Schools
- ICBC (Insurance Corporation of British Columbia)
- Interior Health
- Kardium Inc.
- KidStart
- Lime Connect
- London Metropolitan University
- Master of Digital Media at Toronto Metropolitan University
- Master of Data Science
- McGill University-Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS)
- Neil Squire Society
- Northeastern University – Vancouver
- Northwest School Division
- Ocean Wise Conservation Association
- OOCL (Orient Overseas Container Line)
- Ping DSP Inc.
- Provincial Health Services Authority
- Public Service Commission of Canada
- Québec English School Boards
- Red Pill Labs Inc.
- Regent Christian Academy
- Schneider Electric
- SFU School for International Studies
- Shared Services Canada
- Shelter Movers Vancouver
- Sources Community Resources Society
- Southpointe Academy
- Starbright Children’s Development Centre Association
- Surfrider Foundation Canada
- Surrounded by Cedar Child & Family Services Society
- Talius
- The Salvation Army Belkin Communities of Hope
- Trinity Western University
- UBC Master of Data Science
- UBC School of Audiology and Speech Sciences
- UBC School of Public Policy and Global Affairs
- University of Western States
- Vancouver Aboriginal Child & Family Services Society
- Vancouver Coastal Health
- Vancouver Fraser Port Authority
- Zurich Canada
Additional resources
- Step-by-step registration and setup guide (pdf)
- What to do before attending career events
- What to do after attending career events
If you have questions
Please email info@westcoastvirtualfairs.com.