As so many newcomers are looking for jobs, we will connect with employment programs across the region to discuss improvements and best practices and connect newcomer single mothers with programs available to them.

Employment

Do you need to find employment that will support you as you apply for your PR? Click here for a list of Entry Level and Semi-Skilled employment examples that will help you qualify.

Many employers are regularly hiring for positions that may qualify:

Fraser Health

• Fraser Health offers a variety of career opportunities. Search for keywords such as “food service” or “Cleaning” to find entry-level positions.

Regional Employment Programs

Employment Programs for Mental Health Recovery

• A program through Fraser Health that assists people with diagnosed mental illnesses to find employment
• Provides: resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, job coaching, etc.
• Eligibility: Must have a case manager at the Mental Health Centre, and must be eligible to work in Canada

The Opportunities Fund – BC Centre for Ability

• A program that assists persons with disabilities to prepare for, obtain and maintain employment.
• It provides financial assistance for training, self-employment and wage-subsidized employment and adaptive equipment.
• Eligibility: Self-disclosed disability or chronic health condition, unemployed or underemployed, eligible to work in Canada, ineligible for Employment Insurance (EI) programs and services
• Email: mike.taculad@bc-cfa.org (Tri-cities to Fraser Valley)
• Phone: 604-451-5511 ext. 1255 (Tri-cities to Fraser Valley)

Abbotsford

Youth

 Immigrant Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS)

• Program helps with resume writing, job search, preparing for interviews, applying for jobs, and career education. Service available for newcomer youth who hold Permanent Residence (refugees, protected people included) and displaced Ukrainians eligible under the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET), between the ages of 15-30 years.
• Phone: 236-380-3414
• E-mail: Premjot.Singh@archway.ca

Futures for Youth*

• Program supporting permanent resident youth (including protected persons and refugees) aged 15 to 30 with flexible and holistic services to gain the confidence, skills and experience needed to find and sustain meaningful employment. Service not available to displaced Ukrainians.
• *Same program available in the cities of Chilliwack and Maple Ridge
• Email: riteab@triangleresources.com
• Phone: 604-859-0033

Adults

Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants

• Program helps skilled immigrants gain experience, find employment, or improve employment within their field prior to arrival in Canada.
• Specific eligibility requirements including permanent resident status and English proficiency. Service not available for displaced Ukrainians. Please call to confirm eligibility.
• E-mail: CareerPaths@archway.ca
• Phone: 604.866.0257

Employment Mentors

• Program helps build connections for employment via coaching, networking events, and resume writing support.
• E-mail: EmploymentMentors@archway.ca
• Phone: 604.859.7681

Job Connections for Immigrants (JCI)

• Program helps immigrants gain language and employment skills and industry-recognized certifications.
• Several eligibility criteria, including permanent residency, English proficiency, and insurable earnings. Not available for displaced Ukrainians. Please call to confirm eligibility.
• E-mail: ranni.tolman@archway.ca
• Phone: 604.855.8207 or 604 .859.7681 ext. 277

Refugee Claimants Support Services

• Program helps refugee claimants with personalized employment services, including resume writing and job searching.
• E-mail: RefugeeClaimants@archway.ca
• Phone: 778-344-5415

WEST Program*

• An 18-week employment program designed to support participants facing barriers to employment to gain the confidence and skills necessary to obtain sustainable employment in warehousing and manufacturing positions. Extensive eligibility criteria, including permanent residency, English proficiency, and insurable earnings. Please call to confirm eligibility.
• *Same program available in the city of Chilliwack
• Email: riteab@triangleresources.com
• Phone: 604-859-0033

The RITE Program (MHB&D)*

• Program provides employment services to people struggling with mental health, addiction, concurrent disorders, and/or learning disabilities (disabilities can be self-identified or assessed). Service available to Canadians, permanent residents or protected persons legally entitled to work in Canada.
• *Same program available in the cities of Chilliwack and Maple Ridge
• Email: riteab@triangleresources.com
• Phone: 604-859-0033

WorkBC

• WorkBC provides a variety of personalized employment support and workshops for newcomers to Canada. Different programs available to permanent residents and displaced Ukrainians. Please call to inquiry about their programs and eligibility criteria.
• Email: info-abbotsford@workbc.ca
• Phone: 833-314-1030

Seniors

STRIDE for Older Workers

• Program helps unemployed or under-employed individuals ages 55+ living in the Fraser Valley (Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, Langley) find sustainable employment. Please call to confirm eligibility.
• E-mail: stride@archway.ca
• Phone: 604.557.3690

Chilliwack

Youth

Futures for Youth*

• Program supporting permanent resident youth (including protected persons and refugees) aged 15 to 30 with flexible and holistic services to gain the confidence, skills and experience needed to find and sustain meaningful employment. Service not available to displaced Ukrainians.
• *Same program available in the cities of Abbotsford and Maple Ridge
• Email: ritechwk@triangleresources.com
• Phone: 604-792-8000

Adults

WEST Program*

• An 18-week employment program designed to support participants facing barriers to employment to gain the confidence and skills necessary to obtain sustainable employment in warehousing and manufacturing positions. Extensive eligibility criteria, including permanent residency, English proficiency, and insurable earnings. Please call to confirm eligibility.
• *Same program available in the city of Abbotsford
• Email: ritechwk@triangleresources.com
• Phone: 604-792-8000

The RITE Program (MHB&D)*

• Program provides employment services to people struggling with mental health, addiction, concurrent disorders, and/or learning disabilities (disabilities can be self-identified or assessed). Service available to Canadians, permanent residents or protected persons legally entitled to work in Canada.
• *Same program available in the cities of Abbotsford and Maple Ridge
• Email: ritechwk@triangleresources.com
• Phone: 604-792-8000

WorkBC

• WorkBC provides a variety of personalized employment support and workshops for newcomers to Canada. Different programs available to permanent residents and displaced Ukrainians. Please call to inquiry about their programs and eligibility criteria.
• Email: info-abbotsford@workbc.ca
• Phone: 833-314-1030

Immigrant Services – Chilliwack Community Services

• Provide services for: refugees, protected persons, refugee claimants, displaced Ukrainians, permanent residents
• One-to-one support for: resumes, cover letters, interviews, job search
• Referrals and accompaniment to WorkBC, Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants, Job Training
• Phone: 604-393-3251 ext. 236 (Lana Deruyter – Settlement Services Coordinator)

Seniors

STRIDE for Older Workers

• Program helps unemployed or under-employed individuals ages 55+ living in the Fraser Valley (Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, Langley) find sustainable employment. Please call to confirm eligibility.
• E-mail: stride@archway.ca
• Phone: 604.557.3690

Mission

Manufacturing Youth Skills Training – Mission Community Skills Training

• The Manufacturing Youth Skills Training (MYST) program builds youth employment skills for entry-level positions within the Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Processing sectors. This is a 6 week paid program.
• Eligibility: Ages 17-29, must be legally entitled to work in Canada (displaced Ukrainians accepted)
• Email: MYST@missioncsc.org

WorkBC

• WorkBC provides a variety of personalized employment support and workshops for newcomers to Canada. Different programs available to permanent residents and displaced Ukrainians. Please call to inquiry about their programs and eligibility criteria.
• Email: centre-mission@workbc.ca
• Phone: 833-314-1042

Triangle Community Resources

• Offers individualized support for individuals (all age levels) looking for employment. Please call to review eligibility criteria.
• Phone: 604-814-0052

STRIDE for Older Workers

• Program helps unemployed or under-employed individuals ages 55+ living in the Fraser Valley (Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, Langley) find sustainable employment. Please call to confirm eligibility.
• E-mail: stride@archway.ca
• Phone: 604.557.3690

Maple Ridge / Pitt Meadows

Youth

Futures for Youth*

• Program supporting permanent resident youth (including protected persons and refugees) aged 15 to 30 with flexible and holistic services to gain the confidence, skills and experience needed to find and sustain meaningful employment. Service not available to displaced Ukrainians.
• *Same program available in the cities of Abbotsford, and Chilliwack
• Email: ritechwk@triangleresources.com
• Phone: 604-792-8000

Adults

The RITE Program (MHB&D)*

• Program provides employment services to people struggling with mental health, addiction, concurrent disorders, and/or learning disabilities (disabilities can be self-identified or assessed). Service available to Canadians, permanent residents or protected persons legally entitled to work in Canada.
• *Same program available in the cities of Abbotsford and Chilliwack
• Email: ritemr@triangleresources.com
• Phone: 604-476-1202

WorkBC

• WorkBC provides a variety of personalized employment support and workshops for newcomers to Canada. Different programs available to permanent residents and displaced Ukrainians. Please call to inquiry about their programs and eligibility criteria.
• Email: centre-mapleridge@workbc.ca
• Phone: 604-466-4600