Job search and training help
If you need income assistance or disability benefits in BC, you can apply online or in person through this program.
In-person office for income assistance, disability assistance (PWD), and referral to employment services. This is where you apply for or manage Persons with Disabilities benefits in person. Online...
In-person office for income assistance, disability assistance (PWD), and referral to employment services. This is where you apply for or manage Persons with Disabilities benefits in person. Online...
Employs people with diverse abilities to fix up used bicycles for resale. Also runs the City of Kelowna's lost and stolen bike recovery program ($25 reclaim fee with proof of ownership). Please...
Employment program combining classroom learning, mentoring, work readiness, and job training to help you get and keep a job.
Job training program for autistic individuals. Includes classroom learning, job readiness skills, certifications, and supported work placements.
Programs for children, youth, adults, and families on the autism spectrum in Kelowna. Includes sports, recreation, wellness, mental health, and employment programs designed for neurodivergent...
Employment support for people with persistent health and social barriers. Team includes an occupational therapist, vocational counsellor, and peer support workers. Must be registered and actively...
Help starting or growing your own business. Includes business plan coaching, workshops, mentoring, and small business loans. Running since 1992.
Employment and training help for Aboriginal people including resume writing, job counselling, and more. For Status and non-Status, on and off reserve.
Temporary income if you lost your job, can't work due to illness, are on parental leave, or are caregiving. Pays up to 55% of your earnings (max $729/week in 2026) for 14-45 weeks. Also covers...
One-on-one job support for youth ages 15-24 who are struggling to find work, stay in school, or get training. Includes mental health and housing help. Located at Foundry Kelowna.
Job and education help for people with criminal records, justice system involvement, developmental disabilities, FASD, mental illness, or addiction. Includes job search help, resume writing,...
Free job training program for unemployed adults 18+ with limited work experience. Includes career assessments, computer skills, resume and cover letter help, and job search support. Formerly known...
Free job help for youth ages 15-30. Includes job search support, resume writing, interview skills, and connections to training programs.
Free job search program for people aged 55 and older. One-on-one support, workshops, computer training, resume help, and job search assistance. Serves the Central Okanagan and broader region.
Free help for newcomers to Canada — language support, job search assistance, and connections to community resources. When you call, press ext. 1.
Free employment help including job readiness, skills training, newcomer job support, youth employment, and support for people with diverse abilities. Part of KCR Community Resources.
Hands-on retail training to help you build work experience and skills for getting back into the workforce. Learn retail operations, customer service, and workplace skills.
Learn upcycling, sewing, and sustainable design through weekly classes, monthly workshops, and daily drop-in sessions. Builds real skills for employment while connecting you with community.
In-store job training with close support to help you build skills for regular employment. Practical work experience in a supportive retail setting.
Connects you with volunteer opportunities in retail, sorting, administration, and program support. Flexible scheduling to fit your situation.
Programs for people with disabilities, focusing on assistive technology, digital literacy, and employment services. Key services include WorkBC Assistive Technology Services (specialized equipment...
6-month program for immigrants, refugees, and newcomers in the Thompson-Okanagan region. Includes 8 weeks of certificate training at Okanagan College plus a 3-month work placement with wage...
Free employment help if you have a disability — resume support, job search assistance, counselling, workshops, and job placement.
Employment and community inclusion services for people with developmental disabilities in the Central Okanagan. Programs include supported employment, day programs, community participation,...
Employment services, life skills coaching, housing retention support, and financial management assistance. Programs include FreshSTART (skills training for employment), Customized Employment for...
Employment services, life skills coaching, housing retention support, and financial management assistance. Funded through federal Reaching Home and BC Housing. Helps individuals with barriers keep...
If you're a senior looking for work, this free program helps with job searching, resumes, interview prep, and connecting you with employers who value older workers.
Free employment supports, training funding, and job search help designed specifically for Indigenous people, including the Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Programs.
Free assistive technology and equipment for people with disabilities who face work-related barriers — including barriers commuting to work. Operated by Neil Squire Society with funding from the...
Free government-funded job centre. Help with job searching, career planning, skills training, wage subsidies, and connecting with employers.
Full-service WorkBC employment centre in West Kelowna. Free job search help, workshops, training referrals, one-on-one support, and employer connections.
Free employment services if you have a disability. Includes job search help, resume support, interview prep, job placement, and specialized support for disability-related barriers.
Free employment services for people with disabilities in West Kelowna. Includes job search help, resume support, interview prep, and specialized support for disability-related barriers.
Free job help for youth ages 15-30. Includes job search support, resume writing, interview prep, skills training, and connections to employers. Financial help may be available for training programs.
Helps young people ages 15-19 build skills for adulthood. You get a counsellor while you are parenting, in treatment, in school, in a job-readiness program, or actively looking for work.
Job support for adults who qualify for Community Living BC services. Includes help exploring jobs, connecting with employers, and coaching on the job.
Program for youth ages 14-18 focused on life skills, job skills, and making healthy choices, including avoiding gang involvement. Available at Westside Youth Centre and Jaycee's Downtown Centre....
Immigrant Services Society of BC helps newcomers settle, learn English, and find work. ISSofBC lists its offices at issbc.org/locations — there is no Kelowna location on that list as of our source...
Employment and training programs and supports for Métis people in British Columbia. For the Thompson and Okanagan region, call 250-376-9263 or toll-free 1-855-376-9263. Other regional offices:...
Need information about your workplace rights, employment standards, or labour relations? This is the provincial resource for that.
Language classes, job search help, immigration paperwork support, and community connections for immigrants and refugees. Call to learn about programs and office locations.
Customized employment supports if you have a disability — job matching, employer accommodations, assistive technology, and wage subsidy programs.
Helps people dealing with mental health challenges, housing instability, trauma, substance use, or disability get ready for work through skills building and structured support. [Phone note: West...
Report unsafe working conditions, workplace injuries, or employer violations. You have the right to refuse unsafe work. Confidential reporting is available.
Report unsafe working conditions or an employer breaking safety rules. You have the right to refuse unsafe work. You can report confidentially, 24/7.
Free online job board for newcomers to BC (permanent residents and pre-approved immigrants). Create a profile with your skills and experience so employers can find and contact you directly. Run by...
Over 170 short videos of real people describing their jobs across BC industries. A free career exploration tool if you are unsure what path to pursue. A WorkBC government resource.
Up to $3,500 per person for short-term skills training at public post-secondary institutions in BC. Open to all BC residents aged 19+, regardless of income. Covers tuition, fees, and materials for...
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Community resources for Kelowna & West Kelowna