Overview of program

• 3 weeks of pre-employment workshops (in person or online)
• A job placement in an area of interest
• Participants will receive an hourly wage for all pre- employment sessions and job placement
• Pre-employment and life skill training is provided to prepare for and maintain job placements

Who is eligible

• Between the ages of 15 and 30
• Not collecting employment insurance
• Not attending school full time
• Having a difficult time securing employment for various reasons

Youth Will

• Work with an employment counsellor to secure work placement at an employer in their community
• Earn money (hourly minimum wage) while gaining valuable life and work experience
• Receive on-going support from employment counsellors throughout the program
• Learn new skills and strategies that will make placement and future employment goals more successful
• Receive certification training in First Aid & CPR, WHMIS, National Safe Food Handling, Service Excellence, Safe Talk and Smart Serve

Also Included

• Additional supports are available if needed such as child care, transportation, clothing – this will be determined on an individual basis
• Transportation to attend in person workshops can be provided