Employment Counselling is a free service provided to eligible job seekers looking for support with their job search. Employment Counsellors help you achieve your employment goals by developing the necessary skills and tools to secure and keep work in the local labour market. 

One-on-one Employment Counselling services include:

• Career coaching 
• Personalized assessments to help you identify strengths and interests
• Identifying transferrable skills gained through past work and personal experience
• Support with writing resumes and cover letters
• Interview preparation and practice 
• Tips on how to network and access the hidden labour market

Employment Counsellors also support job seekers by:

• Assessing eligibility for funding for in-demand training & certifications
• Referrals to personal counselling
• Job placements, Wage Subsidies, and much more! 

Employment services are individualized to meet your needs, and the support of your professional employment team is ongoing even once you start working. 

Our FREE employment program and supports help you get the skills and training needed to be successful in your next career! 

Job seekers living in the Nelson, Castlegar and Trail areas who are 

• Unemployed, underemployed or precariously employed
• Not enrolled in school full time
• A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident or protected person legally entitled to work in Canada
• Ready to explore their career opportunities!