Employment and work in Powell River, British Columbia
LIFT - Employment Services
Offered by Lift Community Services
In short
Employment counselling and related services have been available for all residents in the qathet region seeking sustainable and meaningful employment, including recipients of income assistance and employment insurance benefits.
- Hours
- Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Who it is for
- Youth, Adults, Indigenous people, Newcomers and immigrants, 2SLGBTQI+ people, People on a low income; Youth, 2SLGBTQQIA+, Indigenous, Newcomer (arrived within 5 years), Immigrant (arrived over 5 years ago), Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Money to get by, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Skills for work, A job, My culture and roots, Being who I am, Making my own choices
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- #218-6975 Alberni St, Powell River, BC V8A 2B8
- Last verified
- , by HelpSeeker
About this service
Employment counselling and related services have been available for all residents in the qathet region seeking sustainable and meaningful employment, including recipients of income assistance and employment insurance benefits.
Lift operates the local WorkBC Employment Services Centre on behalf of the province.
- This provincial program provides a range of employment assistance services for both job seekers and employers; sub-contracts to other agencies for specialized employment services including self-employment; and administers employment supports for eligible clients.
- The Wage Subsidy program provides wage reimbursements to employers who hire eligible applicants.
- Employers are assisted in developing training plans for TWS employees and ensuring successful completion.
- We also partner with ACCESS to offer the Bladerunners program that offers career and employment explorations for youth at risk of not entering the workforce without substantial support.
Who can use it?
Residents in the qathet region seeking sustainable and meaningful employment.
When is it open?
LIFT - Employment Services is open Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
How do I get in touch?
Call (604) 485-7958, email centre-powellriver@workbc.ca, or use the website.
Listed in Powell River, British Columbia.
#218-6975 Alberni St, Powell River, BC V8A 2B8
#218-6975 Alberni St, Powell River, BC V8A 2B8Powell River, British Columbia
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