Thompson-Okanagan
Experience Matters!
The Experience Matters! program offers short-term certificate and on-the-job training, work experience (with possible wage subsidies), employer matching, job placement, mentorship and coaching services.
Financial supports may include:
- Child care
- Transportation
- Disability supports
- Work gear
Regional Districts:
Training Locations:
- Based on participant needs
Contact:
Options 55+ Employment Skills and Training Program
Participants gain computer skills, short-term certificates, work experience (with possible wage subsidies) and are matched with an employer mentor. The program also includes Indigenous cultural components, a job-finding club and in-house job fairs.
Financial supports may include:
- Transportation
- Refreshments
- Disability supports
- Work gear
- Training allowance
Regional Districts:
- Central Okanagan Regional District
Training Locations:
Contact:
Experience Works Program
Participants in the Experience Works program gain basic computer skills, including training on software and social media. They earn short-term certifications and participate in work experience (with possible wage subsidies).
Financial supports may include:
- Transportation
- Training allowance
- Interview clothing
- Food/nutrition
Regional Districts:
- Columbia-Shuswap Regional District
Training Locations:
- Malakwa
- Revelstoke
- Salmon Arm
Contact: