Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program

YESS PROGRAM

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Program Aims

YESS is a program designed to support students and youth (15-30) who are newcomers to Canada who would like to find employment, learn new skills and connect with the community.

 

We also provide employment transition supports for newcomer youth working together with the Settlement Workers in Schools
(SWIS).

Who runs the YESS program?

YESS program is delivered by the Burnaby School District SWIS Team supported by the IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada)

WHO SHOULD JOIN?

If you are a newcomer to Canada, permanent resident, between the ages of 15 and 30, who would like to acquire skills for the future, find quality jobs, and develop their careers – the YESS program is for you!

Students who are unable to complete graduation requirements by the end of their grade 12, or who have left school and are seeking guidance on your next steps.

Services Offered:

  • Individual employment counseling
  • Mentorship
  • Group activities
  • Resume writing
  • Interview skills training
  • Pre-employment workshops
  • Field trips
  • Job Fairs
  • Workplace visit
  • Volunteering opportunities
  • Job Retention support

What is the YESS Program Schedule?

The YESS program schedule is flexible; we meet with youth regularly, and will take into consideration your schedule and availability.

 

How do I start?

Please contact one of the program workers or School SWIS workers. Contact information is listed at the bottom of this page.

WHAT CAN i EXPECT?

The goal of the YESS program is to support you to achieve your short- or long term employment goals.

For example: if you are hoping to find a job in the trades (e.g. in construction, or as a chef), we can help you learn new skills, get training, certification, even some tools, and connect you with the employers.

If you would like to start your own business, we can help you learn about what it would take to get started.

If you just start thinking about your future, we can help to make a plan and get started!

Youth Engagement Support Worker

Mitsilal Weldehaimanot

Phone: 604-861-6544
Email: mitsilal.weldehaimanot@burnabyschools.ca

Youth Engagement Support Worker

Paul Lau

Phone: 604-841-4814
Email: paul.lau@burnabyschools.ca

Career Advisor / Teacher

Vili Der

Phone: 604-258-8492
Email: vili.der@burnabyschools.ca