Access to the labor market for youths

Educacentre offers a program for young people aged 15 to 30 who face major barriers to employment.

The program is offered at the Vancouver campus only.

• The acquisition basic skills and skills that improve access to the job market;
• Work experience;
• Job search assistance.

• Be 15 to 30 years old;
• Not at school;
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada;
• Be entitled to work under provincial laws and regulations;
• Face major barriers to employment (housing, language, health, etc.);
• Demonstrate a willingness to integrate into the job market. 

Participants will receive $240 per week for full participation in the program. Those who successfully complete the program will receive a bonus at the end.
A new group begins every six weeks. People interested in participating must call us to make an appointment or get further information. Selection interviews are taking place now. A maximum of 10 people per group will be chosen to take part in the program.

If you are interested in taking part or require any further information, please contact:

Marie-Pierre Courcy, Program Coordinator
Youth Employment and Orientation Program (Jeunes au Travail)
Collège Éducacentre College
604-708-5100 ext 1201
mpcourcy@educacentre.com

Employers in British Columbia are given the chance to tap into a bilingual and dynamic labor pool!

The on-the-job training integrated in the Youth at Work program provides companies with the opportunity to screen and work with potential entry-level employees prior to making a full-time commitment. The candidates are enthusiastic and eager to learn - they will bring a fresh perspective. The placements are subsidized by the Youth Employment and Orientation Program (Jeunes au Travail).

Sectors of Business:

Administration - Clerical Support - Customer Service - Finance -
General Labor - Health - Marketing … and more

Information for employers (PDF)