Training Opportunities for Youth
Training Opportunities for Youth has 2 unique pre-employment and employment services aimed at supporting youth with skills to join the labour market.
They consist of in-class training and work experience opportunities. The goal is for participants to work towards plans for success. Whether that is going back to school or working in one of the nine employment sectors, TOFY’s aim is to help youth build life skills.
Training Resources for Youth (T.R.Y)
Training Resources for Youth (T.R.Y) is a program for youth, 16-29, who are not in the regular school system. They may have barriers to finding employment, engaging in school or training. It is a 12-week group-based program. It consists of 6-weeks in class training, a 3-week part-time work experience assessment, and a 3-week full-time work experience.
Individuals in this program build the following skills:
- resume writing
- interviewing
- researching career options,
- Food Handling Certification
- CPR/First Aid Certification
- a .5 Grade 9 Career Development Credit
AGE
16-29
LOCATION
Winnipeg
CONTACT
HOW DO I ACCESS THIS SERVICE?
Referrals can be made by the individual, their family members, care givers, Child and Family Service workers, Probation officers, Educational workers, and other agency workers from different fields.
Work 2 It
Work 2 It is an individualized program for high-risk individuals, 16-29. It allows individuals the time needed to reach their goals of entry into the workforce or return to school. Participants enrolled in this program can work towards the New Directions social enterprise opportunities or work placements in the community.
Individuals in the program engage in the following:
- classroom trainings
- pre-employment skills
- cultural activities
- Ceremonies and Teachings
- life skills
Individuals can works towards receiving a .5 Cultural Credit.
Training allowances are available for the classroom portion and minimum wage for work placements.
AGE
16-29
LOCATION
Winnipeg
CONTACT
HOW DO I ACCESS THIS SERVICE?
Referrals to the program are accepted from Probation Officers and Child and Family Service workers.
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