Overview

The EDGE Career Program is funded by Manitoba Economic Development and Training and Community Partnerships. EDGE Career is a full-time customized employment preparation and job skills training program, serving the St. Vital community for over 30 years. EDGE Career helps low-income, income-assisted adults and New Canadians find long-term meaningful employment.

Description

The program operates Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. offering life skills, employability skills and computer training. The program also works to help qualified candidates access short-term vocational training or work experience leading to long-term, sustainable employment.

Program Components include:

• Self-Assessment
• Life Skills/Personal Development
• Computer Skills
• Employability Skills
• Resume writing, information interviews, interview preparation
• Vocational Training or Work Experience
• Placement, self-marketing and follow-up

Eligible participants:

• Unemployed, Underemployed, Adults on EIA.
• Permanent residents,Refugees or work permits.

Contact info:

EDGE Career Program

533 St. Anne’s Road

Wpg, MB R2M 3E8

204-254-1618 (Ext: 301)

Email: Margaret@edgeinc.ca