Kootenay

Emerging Tech

Prepares young adults for careers in the technology industry and other emerging sectors. The program allows participants to add new micro-credentials to their existing skillsets, including skills for the green economy.

Training Locations:

  • Trail
  • Castlegar
  • Salmo
  • Nelson
  • Creston
  • Cranbrook
  • Elk Valley
  • Golden
  • Invermere
  • Virtual

Contact:

Greater Trail Community Skills Centre Society, email or 250-368-6360 or 1-866-368-6360 (toll free)


Get Youth Working 

Provides a combination of one-on-one supports, services and skill development. It includes short-term certificate, soft skills, essential skills and on-the-job skills training and work experience.

Training Locations:

  • Virtual

Contact:

Bowman Employment Services, email or 250-861-3100


N3xU5 Program

Helps young adults transition from high school to university, including skills training in Microsoft Office programs and a university prep course to equip participants with the skills and knowledge required for post-secondary learning. Participants receive a free laptop, transportation allowance, and up to $3000 towards their first semester tuition at various Universities across Canada.

Training Locations:

  • Province-wide

Contact:

Canadian Vocational Training Centre, email or 888-348-2207

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