AMSSA and its member agencies and stakeholders organize public community events, workshops for newcomers to Canada as well as professional development training, workshops, seminars and conferences for (re)settlement, language training diversity and inclusion sector employees. Community events and workshops which are continuous are listed below the calendar.
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YES² PROGRAM – Youth Employment Support Services
ABOUT
- 2 WEEKS OF PAID SKILLS TRAINING
- 9 WEEKS OF PAID WORK EXPERIENCE
All accepted participants will be paid minimum wage for the 11 weeks of the program for 20-30 hours per week
Are you looking for an environment that is relaxed, non-judgmental and committed to helping you learn, plus an opportunity to develop your skills and get paid for it?
- Have no education or work experience? That’s okay, we’re here to help!
- Looking for a job? Don’t let lack of experience or education hold you back.
Join the YES² Program
Learn how to …
- Improve your communication skills
- Build your self confidence
- Interact professionally with others
- Succeed during a job interview
- Increase your knowledge of different career possibilities
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
- Youth ages 15-30
- Canadian Citizen
- Permanent Resident
- Refugee Status
Individuals with one or more of the following:
- High school non- completion
- Self-identified as disabled
- Homeless or living in low-income household
- Involvement in Criminal Justice System
- Substance Abuse
- Self-identified as LGBTQ2+
- Indigenous
- Recent Immigrant
- Single Parent
- Involuntary not in education, employment, or training for 6 months
REGISTRATION
To register for the November 7, 2022 intake please contact: 604-596-7722
Ext. 330 YESS@pics.bc.ca
Ongoing Community Events/Programs
English Upgrading Classes for Adults
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12:40 – 2:40 p.m.
September 2025 – January 2026
Free LINC classes for adults
September 2025 – January 2026
