YouthBeat

This program, in partnership with the Foundry and Chilliwack Youth Health Centre, supports youth ages 17 to 29 with mental health barriers to employment. Made possible through our

Funding partners.

Next intakes:
Vancouver: January 31, 2022
Now accepting applications!
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Fraser Valley: February 7, 2022
Now accepting applications!
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Youth Employment Bootcamp

Unemployed and looking for work? Our Youth Employment Bootcamp helps youth ages 15 to 30 build the skills needed to find and maintain a job.

Program Features:

-One-to-one employment coaching
-Support finding employment or a quality work opportunity
-Emergency first aid training
-Resume writing and interview skills
-Online workshops on employability skills and life skills

Interested? Email us at yeb@gv.ymca.ca or fill out our online intake questionnaire, and one of our Employment Coaches will connect with you!

Made possible through our funding partners.

Youth Mean Business

Have a great business idea? The YMCA’s Youth Mean Business program is here to help you launch it! Our free, 10-week online program supports those ages 15 to 29 who want to start their own business. Participants will benefit from workshops on business planning and execution, one-on-one coaching, guest speakers, financial support for business start-up and much more! Made possible through our funding partner.

Next intake: TBD
Have questions? Email us at ymb@gv.ymca.ca

Childcare Career Exploration.

Childcare Career Exploration is a 10-week course offering participants the opportunity to meet childcare professionals currently working in the field, strengthen communication skills, and receive one-to-one support with resume writing and/or education planning. Made possible through our funding partners.

To learn more, contact connections@gv.ymca.ca or phone 604.374.5465.

WorkBC Self Employment

The Self Employment program helps Canadians start up small businesses through training, financial support and connecting you to the networks and agencies needed to succeed. To learn about the application process and meet the team, visit: ymca.ethoscmg.com. Made possible through our funding partners.

Find out if you are eligible and register for an information session by filling out the Self Employment Eligibility Survey.

Digital Literacy Exchange Program

These free one-hour workshops get you comfortable with the digital world, with the goal of helping you connect through technology. No eligibility requirements needed to take the program. Made possible through our funding partners.

For info and to register
email: ydigital@gv.ymca.ca.

Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA)Training

Our ECEA programs prepare young adults and newcomers ages 18+ for jobs in Early Childhood Education. Participants acquire skills and certification for jobs as Early Childhood Education Assistants for kids ages 2 to 5. Made possible through our funding partners.

Next intakes:
ECEA Program (ages 18-29): May 3, 2022
ECEA for Newcomers Program: TBD
 

If you are between the ages of 18-29, sign up for an information session at ymcaeceatraining.eventbrite.ca or fill out our inquiry form at https://forms.office.com/r/kJLYxhfCDS.

If you are a newcomer to Canada (<10 years of landing), visible minority, and/or Francophone, learn more about our program and sign up for an information session at eceanewcomers.eventbrite.ca or fill out our inquiry form at https://forms.office.com/r/FRyLT8HuiL.

Self Employment for Newcomers.

This program offers immigrants/newcomers the opportunity to become a small business owner. Made possible through our funding partners.

Next intake: TBD

How to apply:
Visit http://bit.ly/senc5 to register your interest in the program.

InterviewME

InterviewME is our youth talent pool and unique approach to hiring. We hold ongoing digital hiring events, coordinating your interviews and providing the necessary interview preparation so that you feel confident. We believe that all youth have the skills and talent to succeed in early-level employment but sometimes need an open door to shine.  

How it works: 

1. Sign Up for InterviewME  

2. An employment coach will contact you to participate in job exploration, interview preparation, workshops and coaching to be interview-ready 

3. Be notified of upcoming hiring with employers in your city and sign up for a guaranteed interview with a job that interests you 

4. Participate in a hiring event, where you will have the opportunity to directly access an interview and get feedback 

5. Land the job 

Who can participate?  

InterviewME is open to youth (ages 15 to 30) that are looking for support in their online job search and job opportunities in entry-level work, and are legally entitled to work in Canada. 

Intake is ongoing. REGISTER HERE! 

Have Questions? Email us at interviewme@gv.ymca.ca 

Delivered in partnership with Opportunity for All Youth, made possible by our funding partners