The Vic Ready Program
Are you ready for life after Vic? Whether you are launching your career, continuing your education, or carving your own path, the Vic Ready (VR) Program is here to help you move forward with purpose—equipped with the tools, resources, and skills you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.
We know the future can be exciting, overwhelming, and full of possibilities. We want to make sure you are ready—Vic Ready.
Through interactive modules, one-on-one advising, peer discussion, and networking opportunities, Vic Ready guides you through reflection, exploration and skill development for your personal and professional success now and in the future.
You can participate in the program at your own pace and connect with a supportive network of peers, staff, faculty and alumni. Our goal is to help you graduate with confidence, clarity and a sense of direction.
How to Get Started
You can engage with Vic Ready at your own pace:
1. Pick your own adventure!
- Attend a workshop, Lunch & Link event or other Vic Ready offering open to all Vic students at any point during the year. Attend one or as many as you like during your time at Vic. Connect with staff and peers, access information and build skills — no commitment, no pressure.
2. Structured approach
- Step 1: Complete a VR Bootcamp. Offered throughout the academic year, online and in person, this four-day program features eight interactive modules focused on skill development, self-reflection and personal storytelling. You'll also take part in a structured networking session to apply and practise your skills in a supportive environment.
- Step 2: Gain access to a community of peers and staff advisors, with individualized advising available through to graduation.
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- Career, Education and Exploration Communities
- Experiential Learning Opportunities.
- Alumni Mentorship
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VR Bootcamp
Open to All Vic Students
The VR Bootcamp is open to all Victoria College students and is the foundation of the Vic Ready program. After completing the bootcamp, you'll receive information about specialized programming and an invitation to join a VR Community beginning in the fall semester.
- Aug. 10 to 14, 2026
Register Here - Oct. 27 to 30, 2026
Register Here - April 27 to 30, 2027
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VR Communities
Prerequisite: VR Bootcamp
Join a small group led by a VR advisor and focused on a specific area of interest, such as preparing for employment after graduation, applying to graduate school or exploring career and experiential learning opportunities.
Communities for 2026–27:
- Education Community: Sept. 29 to Oct. 20, 2026
- Exploration Community: Oct. 5 to 26, 2026
- Career Community: Jan. 13 to Feb. 3, 2027
Each community meets weekly for one month during the academic year. Participation is open to students who have completed the VR Bootcamp.
VR Lunch & Link
Open to all Vic students
A monthly networking opportunity where special guests, including faculty, staff, alumni and current graduate students, share their educational and professional experiences and answer questions with students over a meal. This series is open to all Victoria College students.
Registration opening soon!
1. Lunch & Link: September
Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, noon to 1:30 p.m.
Theme: Law and Medicine
2. Lunch & Link: October
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026, noon to 1:30 p.m.
Theme: Finance
3. Lunch & Link: November
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, noon to 1:30 p.m.
Theme: Technology
4. Lunch & Link: January
Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2027, noon to 1:30 p.m.
Theme: Healthcare
5. Lunch & Link: February
Thursday, Feb. 4, 2027, noon to 1:30 p.m.
Theme: Not-for-Profit and Arts, Culture & Media
6. Lunch & Link: March
Tuesday, March 2, 2027, noon to 1:30 p.m.
Theme: Research and Academia
VR Mentorship Experience
Prerequisite: VR Bootcamp
May to August, 2027
An opportunity for students to connect with faculty members, graduate students, or alumni in their field of interest through an informal one-on-one mentorship. This opportunity is only offered to students who have completed the VR Bootcamp.
- Crafting Personal Statements for Graduate School
Date TBD
Registration opening soon! - Job Searching 101
Tuesday, Oct. 20 | 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Registration opening soon! - Funding Your Graduate Degree: Awards and Scholarships
Tuesday, Nov. 3 | 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Registration opening soon! - Beginner’s Guide to Resumes and Cover Letters
Thursday, Nov. 5 | 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Registration opening soon! - Exploring Your Strengths: Introduction to MBTI Personality Assessment
Wednesday, Nov. 11 | 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Registration opening soon! - Beginner’s Guide to Resumes and Cover Letters
Wednesday, Nov. 19 | 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Registration opening soon! - Why Grad School?
Wednesday, Jan. 27 | 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Registration opening soon! - Finding Research Opportunities
Date TBD
Registration opening soon! - AI and Your Career
Tuesday, Feb. 9 | 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Registration opening soon! - Work that Fits: Discovering Your Career Values
Wednesday, Feb. 24 | 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Registration opening soon! - Interviewing with Confidence
Thursday, March 4 | 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Registration opening soon! - Ready for Work: Skills for Your First Job
Tuesday, March 9 | 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Registration opening soon!
Stay tuned for information on additional sessions!
Emmanuel College Offerings
Open to all Emmanuel College students
The Vic Ready program offers career and professional development workshops tailored for Emmanuel College students throughout the academic year:
- Design Your Future: Mapping Your Path at Emmanuel and Beyond
Thursday, Oct. 15 | 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Registration opening soon - Crafting Your Story: Resumes, Profiles and More
Monday, Nov. 16 | 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Registration opening soon - Bridging Perspectives: Alumni Insights into Career Possibilities
Thursday, Feb. 11 | 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Registration opening soon