Vancouver Island/Coast
The British Columbia Labour Market Outlook estimates 77 percent of all job openings in the next 10 years will require post-secondary education, specialized training, or demonstrated leadership experience. The Vancouver Island/Coast region is expected to have 188,600 job openings over the next decade.
The programs outlined below aim to assist individuals in gaining the skills needed to participate in the labour market, secure sustainable employment, or move on to further education or training that can benefit their lives.
75 percent of participants were employed at program exit and 20 percent were pursuing further education, for a total positive outcome of 95 percent.
Accounting & Payroll Certificate for Multi-Barriered Persons Training Project
This certificate program offers participants customized training, a job practicum, job search support and follow up services. It takes place both in person and online over 23 weeks.
Training locations:
- Burnaby
- Coquitlam
- Maple Ridge
- New Westminster
- North Vancouver
- Pitt Meadows
- Port Coquitlam
- Port Moody
- Vancouver
- West Vancouver
- White Rock
Contact:
Insignia College or 778-695-7030
Acquiring Community-based Employment Skills (ACES) - Multiple Barriers
Acquiring Community-based Employment Skills (ACES) provides certificate-based training, employment readiness workshops and job placements and support. It is offered in person and online, with group learning and individualized training plans.
Training locations:
- Abbotsford
- Burnaby
- Chilliwack
- Delta
- Ladner
- Langley
- Maple Ridge
- Mission
- New Westminster
- North Vancouver
- Pitt Meadows
- Richmond
- Squamish
- Tri-Cities
- West Vancouver
- White Rock
Contact:
Connective, email or 604-872-5471
Bridges Employment Program
This program Inspires all women (transgender and cisgender), non-binary and two-spirit people who identify as a part of the women’s community who are affected by trauma, violence or abuse to reclaim their lives and build financial security. It offers in-person and remote options, workshops and comprehensive support and skills development.
Training locations:
- Langford
- Victoria
Contact:
Bridges for Women, email or 250-385-7410 or 1-866-896-3356
Building on Skills & Strengths (BOSS)
Building on Skills and Strengths (BOSS) builds skills and job readiness with individual employment plans and group programs for survivors of violence and/or abuse, workers 55+, persons with a disability, individuals with criminal justice system involvement and/or recent immigrants.
Training locations:
- Bamfield
- Beaver Creek
- Cherry Creek Regional Districts
- Huu-ay-aht
- Port Alberni
- Sproat Lake
- Tofino
- Tseshaht and Hupacasath Territories
- Uchucklesaht
- Ucluelet
Contact:
INEO Employment Counselling Inc., email or 250-723-4675
Computer Skills for the Office Short Certificate Program for Immigrant and Racialized Women
This 34-week online Computer Skills for the Office Short Certificate Program for Immigrant and Racialized Women focuses on comprehensive skills and pre-employment training for entry or transition to office administrative positions.
Training locations:
- Virtual
Contact:
Langara College, email or 604-218-8206
Construct Your Future Victoria
Prepares participants for a career in the construction industry. The program includes industry certifications, supervised on-the-job training, classes on construction industry terminology, basic trades math and a fitness program.
Training locations:
- Victoria
Contact:
Vancouver Island Construction Association, email or 250-388-6471
Future Health Professionals
This program provides participants with coursework and practicum training to obtain certification or diploma in health professions, including health care assistant-acute care (HCA), medical office assistant and early childhood education assistant (ECEA).
Training locations:
- Across Vancouver Island and Coast region
Contact:
Western Community College
Green Energy Trades Training Program
This 10-week hybrid training program provides participants with an industry recognized credential and the foundational knowledge and skills required to work in the green energy industry. It includes an on-the-job practicum, job search support and follow-up services.
Training locations:
- Victoria
Contact:
ACE Community College, email or 604-603-ACE1 (2231)
Securit
Securit prepares individuals over the course of 12 weeks for a wide range of entry level positions in the security industry. It also provides supports as required for childcare, accommodations and mental and emotional health.
Training locations:
- Vancouver Island and Coast
Contact:
Canadian Vocational Training Centre, email or 1-888-348-2207 or 1-250-596-1575
STEPS to Success III
This program offers integrated learning, healing and skill development that addresses the barriers and social economic challenges faced by Indigenous youth and adults.
Training locations:
- Port Alberni
Contact:
Port Alberni Friendship Center, 250-723-8281 or 1-888-723-7232
We Float Boats! Marine Service Pre-Employment Program
Provides young adults with career opportunities in the marine service industry and other related businesses in Vancouver, Victoria and surrounding areas. The program delivers marine community-based skills exploration and employment readiness leading to full-time or part-time employment.
Training locations:
- Richmond
- Delta
- Vancouver
Contact:
Quadrant Marine, email or 250-656-2824
Wildland Firefighting and Silviculture Training (WFST)
The eight-week Wildland Firefighting & Silviculture Training program introduces participants to a variety of possible career paths in the natural resource sector through a combination of classroom and hands-on instruction. Covering 16 valuable industry certifications, participants will gain the skills, support and connections to launch a fulfilling career in wildland firefighting or other field-based forestry roles.
Training locations:
- Nanaimo
Contact:
Stillwater Consulting Ltd., email
This project is funded by the Government of B.C. through the Future Ready Action Plan and the Government of Canada.
