Were You Affected By Layoffs, Unemployment, or Looking To Upskill Your Career?

Government-funded career training, employment support, and direct connections to hiring employers in Northern BC

To kickstart your career today - It's free

Our Free Info Session:

Info Session Details

📅  March 18th , 2026

⏰  10:00 - 10:30 AM PST

✅ Available In Person and Online

📍 Suite 618 - 550 Victoria Street, Prince George, V2L 2K1

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Project

Overview

Sectors We Cater To

The Northern BC Workforce Career Transition Project is funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Retraining and Opportunities Initiative. The project focuses on supporting workers who were affected by layoffs and unemployment in Prince George, Vanderhoof, Mackenzie, Quesnel and nearby communities. The project will provide skills training opportunities for participants to find meaningful employment.

  • Construction and Trades

  • Healthcare

  • Social Services

  • Education and Childcare

  • Transportation

You Will Get

  • Career Exploration

  • Employment Counselling

  • Job Search Skills

  • Skills Training

  • Wrap-Around Support

  • Work Placement

Wrap Around Support

  • Workplace Accommodation

  • Transportation

  • Dependent Care

  • Specialized Assessment

  • STOC Training

  • And More

Eligibility

  • 18 years or older

  • Resident of either Prince George, Vanderhoof, Mackenzie, Quesnel, or nearby communities

  • Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, Person granted refugee status

  • Legally entitled to work in Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions you can email us at northernbc@pics.bc.ca

Question 1: Who can join the project?

If you currently reside in Prince George, Vanderhoof, Mackenzie, Quesnel or neighbouring communities and was affected by lay off, unemployment, or just simply looking to upskill your career

Question 2: Do I have to meet all eligibility to apply?

Yes, you have to be:

1) 18 years or older

2) Resident of either Prince George, Vanderhoof, Mackenzie, Quesnel, or nearby communities

3) Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, Person granted refugee status

4) Legally entitled to work in Canada

Question 3: What can I expect?

We will connect you with a job developer for a one-on-one needs assessment. Based on the needs assessment, we will provide you employment support, skills training, and any wrap-around-support needed.

Question 4: Is it free?

Yes! This project is completely free for you! It is funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Retraining and Opportunities Initiative.

Ready for your next step?

If you meet the eligibility criteria and are ready to transition into a new career. Apply today!