Specialized Employment Services in Kamloops

 

 

There are a number of employment assistance agencies in Kamloops which provide specialized services (subject to individual eligibility) to unemployed individuals, including:

The agencies listed on this page all work under individual Contribution Agreements with Human Resources and Skills Development Canada to deliver these services to eliglble unemployed (or under-employed) clients in the Kamloops region. 

 

IMPORTANT NOTE!

All information on this page has been provided directly by each agency listed.  While we try to maintain accurate information, Kamloops Work Search Centres are neither liable nor responsible for any information that may be outdated or which is misinterpreted by the client.  We strongly recommend that interested individuals contact the agency in question for the most up-to-date information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Career Planning & Research

 

Vision21 Consulting - Pathways Program

#202 - 444 Victoria Street

Kamloops, BC   V2C 2A7  

Phone (250) 314-9565

Fax (250) 314-9595

Email:  info@pathwaysprogram.ca

Website:  www.pathwaysprogram.ca

 

Description of Services

The Pathways Program is an intensive, four-week program designed to help individuals in career transition with identifying their own skills, interests, and personalitiy characteristics, understanding the current labour market, and implementing effective work search & career planning strategies. 

 

Targeted Clients

This program is open to eligible unemployed Canadians who are considering a potential career change, are returning to the work force after an extended absence, have worked traditionally in industries where opportunities are now decreasing, or who simply want to find work with meaning and potential.

 

 

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Self-Employment Assistance and Funding

 

Community Futures Development Corporation of Thompson Country

#101 - 286 St. Paul Street

Kamloops, BC   V2C 6G4

Phone:   250.828.8772

Toll-free: 1.877.335.2950

Fax 250.828.6861

Email: info@communityfutures.net

Website:  www.communityfutures.net

 

Description of Services

For those who are serious about pursuing self-employment as a full-time endeavour, Community Futures administers the Self-Employment Program for Human Resources & Skills Development Canada.  Community Futures provides business coaching, business planning workshops, and financial support to individuals during the planning and startup phases of their businesses, plus additional EI benefits for the first several months that the individual is operating his/her business.  All services and financial support are based on individual need and a viable business concept.  Direct contact with Community Futures is recommended for more specific information. 

 

Targeted Clients

The Self-Employment Program is open to unemployed individuals who have an active EI claim, have had an EI claim in the last three years, or who established a maternity or parental claim in the last five years.

 

How to Apply

A referral from a Case Manager at The Kamloops Work Search Centres is required for admission into this program.  Additional restrictions around individual employability status may apply. 

 

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Financial Assistance for Training

 

Thompson Training Access Centre (Bowman and Associates)

#770 - 175 2nd Avenue

Kamloops, BC   V2C 5W1

Phone:   250.372.0222

Fax 250.372.0272

 

 

Description of Services

This program provides funding for skills development training for individuals needing to upgrade their skills to improve their chances of finding employment.  Funding is available for a broad range of training, which could include (but is not limited to) long-term training for such programs as Licensed Practical Nurse or Aircraft Mechanic, or short term training such as First Aid.  Funding is available to cover tuition, books and supplies, and provide a living allowance.  Restrictions and limitations apply based on individual circumstances.

 

Targeted Clients

Individuals who are currently on EI, have had an EI claim in the last 3 years, or have had a maternity or parental claim in the last five years are eligible.  Additionally, individuals must not be currently enrolled in school or training, must be legally intitled to work in Canada, and must reside in the Kamloops labour market area, which includes Ashcroft, Lytton, Lillooett, Chase, Barriere, Clearwater, and Merritt.  Other eligibility criteria apply and are based on individual needs and circumstances.

 

How to Apply

A referral from a Case Manager at The Kamloops Work Search Centres is required to access this service. 

 

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Services for People with Disabilities

 

THEO BC

BC Society of Training for Health and Employment Opportunities

657 Victoria Street

Kamloops, BC   V2C 2B3

Phone (250) 377-3670

Toll Free 1-866-377-3670  

Fax (250) 377-3695

Email:  nbullock@theobc.org

Website:  www.theobc.org

 

Description of Services

THEO BC provides training, education, and job placement services to British Columbians with disabilities or multiple employment barriers so that they may achieve employment, independence, and personal growth.

 

Targeted Clients

THEO BC, in Kamloops, provides employment assistance for people with a range of disabilities.  Services are provided to individuals who are unemployed or under-employed (less than 20 hours/week) regardless of EI or Income Assistance status.  Employment crisis support is also provided to individuals who may be experiencing difficulty in their job and which require disability-related interventions to assist in maintaining the position.

 

How to Apply

To gain further information on THEO BC programs and referrals, please attend an orientation session which takes place every Tuesday at 9:30 am.

 

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Services for Immigrants, Visible Minorities, and New Canadians

 

Kamloops Immigrant Services

#110 - 206 Seymour Street

Kamloops, BC   V2C 2E5

Phone (250) 372-0855

Fax (250) 372-1532

Email:  jobfind@telus.net

Website:  www.immigrantservices.ca

 

Description of Services

Kamloops Immigrant Services provides specialized, culturally-sensitive services to assist and support multi-barriered immigrants and visible minorities with labour market integration and achieving long-term employment self-sufficiency.  Programs and services include:

          • Job search strategies
          • Follow-up and support
          • Resume and cover letter development
          • Employment and Career Counselling
          • Interview and presentation skills
          • Multilingual case management
          • Employment workshops
          • Resource centre (computers, fax, photocopying)
          • Business partnering 

 

Targeted Clients

Immigrants, New Canadians, Visible Minorities and their families, Businesses, and Employers.

 

How to Apply

Call or drop in for an appointment.  Referrals from other agencies are not required.

 

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Print Date: 10/11/2008 2:19:12 PM