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“Without the JCP program we couldn’t have done many of the labour intensive and innovative pieces that have made this project such a success. The benefit to the community and to the region is tremendous. This facility is extremely welcoming and our visitor numbers increased 43% in the first year since we opened. The building really is a cornerstone to the Railtown visioning for the next 25 years. It has transformed into a community showcase. The participants who worked on this project have done amazing work that they can be proud of.” Tom Thompson, Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce

“The JCP program played an integral in role in this successful project. Program financial support for a project manager and participants supported the project moving forward utilizing labour intensive and innovative processes. Participants worked on everything from demolition to construction and finishing. Many participants went on to obtain apprenticeships.” Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce

“I don’t know why more people aren’t utilizing [the wage subsidy program]. It’s not administratively heavy. It helps with the learning curve. Bob was helpful and there’s not much paperwork. It’s a great program.”Shersty Motor Company

“Simple. The process was very easy, efficient and easy to administer once approved. The financial assistance provided by the program made it affordable to train employees to a standard that they need to be trained. Simplest reporting I’ve ever seen.” Krueckl Financial Services Inc

“We’ve had tremendous success with the Wage Subsidy program. It has helped our small business to invest in recruitment activities that would not otherwise be possible. Mandala really believes in hiring and purchasing local. We invested $1.4 million in the local community last year. We know we could buy online, etc – but make choice to stay local, buy local and hire local. The wage subsidy program helps us to stick to this value – and hire local!” Mandala Homes

“If I am ever in need of a reliable employee who wants to work, I will definitely come back to the [Wage Subsidy] program. It is definitely not as complicated as one might think. It’s a great program for both employers and people wanting to work. I can’t think of why a company wouldn’t use it for the cost savings it allows to hire and train a new employee.” Cantrill Distributing Inc.

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March 2021

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	1 RAFT 9:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 1 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	2 RAFT 9:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 2 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	3 RAFT 9:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 3 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	4 The Job Factory Podcast with Blue Netherclift 8:00 am The Job Factory Podcast with Blue Netherclift Mar 4 @ 8:00 am Tickets Career coaching advice with real job seekers sharing their stories to provide learning points, inspiration and hope. Career advice and job search strategies for anyone needing that extra bit of guidance and support. Resumes, cover… Mental Health First Aid Training 9:00 am Mental Health First Aid Training @ Zoom Mar 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets RAFT 9:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	5 Mental Health First Aid Training 9:00 am Mental Health First Aid Training @ Zoom Mar 5 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets	6
7	8 RAFT 9:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 8 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	9 RAFT 9:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 9 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	10 RAFT 9:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 10 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	11 RAFT 9:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 11 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information. WOMEN INC 9:00 am WOMEN INC @ Zoom Mar 11 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am Tickets Virtual Info Sessions – Live on Zoom! 11:00 am Virtual Info Sessions – Live on Zoom! @ KCDS Mar 11 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets Join Jen Barclay via Zoom on Thursday, February 11th at 11:30 for a virtual information session and Q & A. This is an opportunity to learn about employment services we offer including free…	12	13
14	15 RAFT 10:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 15 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	16 RAFT 10:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 16 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	17 RAFT 10:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 17 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	18 The Job Factory Podcast with Blue Netherclift 9:00 am The Job Factory Podcast with Blue Netherclift Mar 18 @ 9:00 am Tickets Career coaching advice with real job seekers sharing their stories to provide learning points, inspiration and hope. Career advice and job search strategies for anyone needing that extra bit of guidance and support. Resumes, cover… RAFT 10:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 18 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information. WOMEN INC 10:00 am WOMEN INC @ Zoom Mar 18 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets	19	20
21	22 RAFT 10:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 22 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	23 RAFT 10:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	24 RAFT 10:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 24 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information.	25 RAFT 10:00 am RAFT @ Zoom Mar 25 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tickets The next RAFT cohort starts on February 22, 2021! Contact us at 250-352-6200 extension 316 or email raft@kcds.ca for more information. WOMEN INC 10:00 am WOMEN INC @ Zoom Mar 25 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Tickets Virtual Job Fair 12:00 pm Virtual Job Fair @ Zoom Mar 25 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Tickets This month – Endless Adventures Join us online the last Thursday of every month for a Virtual Job Fair featuring regional employers activley looking to expand their workforce. This is an opportunity to learn first hand…	26	27
28	29	30 Doorways 9:00 am Doorways @ Zoom Mar 30 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am Tickets A trauma-informed, pre-employment program for self-identified men. Programs are six weeks long and are delivered twice a year. Contact us to find out more about this program.	31