North Coast and Nechako
The British Columbia Labour Market Outlook estimates 76% of all job openings in the next 10 years will require some level of post-secondary education or skills training. The North Coast and Nechako region is expected to have 15,700 job openings over the next decade.
The programs outlined below aim to assist individuals facing multiple barriers in gaining the skills needed to participate in the labour market, secure sustainable employment, or move on to further education or training that can benefit their lives.
More than 80% of participants achieve employment or pursue further education and training after completing a skills training program.
Accounting & Payroll Certificate for Multi-Barriered Persons Training Project
This certificate program takes place both in-person and online over 23 weeks. It offers participants customized training, a job practicum, job search support and follow up services.
Training Locations:
- Virtual
Contact:
Insignia College or 778-695-7030
Acquiring Community-based Employment Skills (ACES) - Multiple Barriers
Acquiring Community-based Employment Skills (ACES) provides certificate-based training, along with life skills, employment readiness workshop and job placements and support. It is offered in person and online, with group learning and individualized training plans.
Training Locations:
- Burns Lake
- Terrace
- Vanderhoof
Contact:
Connective, email or 604-872-5471
Community Ambassadors in Tourism & Hospitality
Community Ambassadors in Tourism & Hospitality Industry (CATHI) provides participants with basic information and training to work in retail, tourism, and hospitality industries over 12 weeks. Components of the program focus on employer expectations, realistic working conditions and developing interpersonal communication skills.
Training Locations:
- Burns Lake
- Fort St. James
Contact:
College of New Caledonia, email or 250-562-2131 ext. 5351
Computer Skills for the Office Short Certificate Program for Immigrant and Racialized Women
This 34-week online Computer Skills for the Office Short Certificate Program for Immigrant and Racialized Women focuses on comprehensive skills and pre-employment training for entry or transition to office administrative positions.
Training Locations:
- Virtual
Contact:
Langara College, email or 604-218-8206
DeNovo
DeNovo assists participants in upgrading skills for employment in a high demand industry. It also provides supports as required for childcare, accommodations, and mental and emotional health. DeNovo is up to 12 weeks in length and offered in person, or blended (online and in person) as needed.
Training Locations:
- Prince Rupert
- Terrace
Contact:
Canadian Vocational Training Centre, email or 1-888-348-2207 or 1-250-596-1575
Employment Options (EO) for 55+
Employment Options helps individuals and newcomers to Canada aged 55+ find employment in transportation, warehouse logistics, security guard and other in-demand jobs. The program includes workshops, skills training, certifications and one-on-one assistance with job searches and self-employment as well as follow-up assistance.
Training Locations:
- Virtual
Contact:
Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society, email or 604-596-7722 ext. 130
GearUp for Men/Women in Northwest BC
This personal growth, training and career program is offered virtually over 12 weeks. It features a mix of online group meetups, independent work and community-based activities in preparation for starting a job search.
Training Locations:
- Haida Gwaii
- Kitimat
- Prince Rupert
- Smithers
- Terrace
Contact:
Hecate Strait Employment Development Society, email or 250-624-9498 ext. 2008
Get BC Working!
Get BC Working! offers employment counselling, job entry skills, certificate training, paid work experience, mentoring and on-the-job support.
Training Locations:
- Province-wide
Contact:
Bowman Employment Services, email or 250-861-3100
QWORKS
QWORKS is a 20-week skills training program with online classes and self-paced learning. Content is tailored to the experiences and needs of 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. It includes one-on-one coaching, referrals to personal supports, employment placements and on-the-job training.
Training Locations:
- B.C.-wide, including First Nations communities
Contact:
ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd., email or 1-877-714-0471 or 250-741-8116
Securit
Securit prepares individuals over the course of 12 weeks for a wide range of entry level positions in the security industry. It also provides supports as required for childcare, accommodations and mental and emotional health.
Training Locations:
- North Coast and Nechako region
Contact:
Canadian Vocational Training Centre, email or 1-888-348-2207 or 1-250-596-1575
Skilled Worker Access Program
The Skilled Worker Access Program (SWAP) is a 16-week program that offers technical training, math upgrading, industry certificates and a two-week work placement. Training is a combination of hands-on and in-class learning, with a focus on work safety and workplace expectations.
Training Locations:
- Burns Lake
- Fort St. James
Contact:
College of New Caledonia, email or 250-991-7500 ext. 7633
Training4Jobs “T4J”
Training4Jobs provides personalized and self-paced skills training for employment readiness. Supports are customized based on individual needs.
Training Locations:
- Prince Rupert
- Smithers
- Virtual
Contact:
Kopar Administration Ltd.
Work Connect Program
The Work Connect Program is specialized in moving individuals towards their goals through a personalized, client centered approach. By identifying why gaining or maintaining employment has been difficult, we work collaboratively to remove the barriers to success! This program is designed to allow us to take the time to connect with our clients so that we can help connect them to the workforce.
Training Locations:
- Mackenzie
- Prince George
- Valemount
Contact:
Workforce Development Consulting Services, email or 250-564-8044
Youth Breakthrough to Employment and Training (YBEAT) Program
The Youth Breakthrough to Employment and Training (YBEAT) Program offers participants experiencing mental- health barriers one-on-one coaching, training, and supports for groceries, transportation, clothing, and mental wellness.
Training Locations:
- Fort St. James
- Vanderhoof
Contact:
YMCA BC, email or 236-522-1277
This project is funded by the Government of B.C. through the Future Ready Action Plan and the Government of Canada.
