WorkBC
WorkBC offers a variety of resources for adults and youth alike. Visit their website to see education planning tools, career profiles, skills training programs, and other employment services.
Eligibility criteria: WorkBC's youth specific programs are generally open to employment ready youth ages 16 - 29.
WorkBC Centre Abbotsford: Unit 103 - 33255 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford BC
Website: https://www.workbc.ca/plan-career/resources/youth
Foundry Works
A free employment and education program for those interested in working, going to school, or completeing a training program. Foundry Works has a drop-in program available at their Abbotsford location on Thursday afternoons from 1:30 - 3:30.
Eligibility criteria: Any BC youth between the ages of 15-24 who is experiencing multiple barriers to work, school, or training.
Email: info@foundrybc.ca
Website: https://foundrybc.ca/get-support/
Buxton Consulting
A customized, flexible employment skills training program that provides free short-term certificate training, job search assistance, and small group workshop opportunities for individuals facing multiple barriers to employment.
Eligibility criteria: Individuals ages 16+ facing multiple barriers to employment, available in a variety of training locations.
Email: admin.headoffice@buxtonconsulting.org
Website: https://www.buxtonconsulting.org/quest
Provides at-risk young adults with a combination of one-on-one, in-person and virtual essential skills and occupational skills training. It provides financial supports where needed, a stipend for achieving goals and offers group workshops for additional supports.
Eligibility criteria: Individuals ages 16-29 experiencing barriers or challenges that directly impact their ability to prepare, find and maintain employment; training is available in-person and in a virtual environment.
Email: admin.headoffice@buxtonconsulting.org
Website: https://www.buxtonconsulting.org/vstep