Kamloops: Jobs In Demand All Ages

Jobs in Demand is all about matching trained job seekers with employers in high demand industries right here in Kamloops. Get the training and certifications you need, and receive one-on-one support with your job search. Our team is here to support you the entire way.

We acknowledge that we are on the traditional territory of the Secwepemc Nation; we extend thanks, honor and respect to our hosts.

About Kamloops Jobs in Demand All Ages

Jobs in Demand All Ages is a FREE 8-week interactive, integrated skills training program to support individuals with barriers** to employment. Our programs are taught through group workshops, online training and one-to-one support to help you get job ready. Learn about various in-demand industries, get relevant certifications, connect with potential employers, and get mentored from our knowledgeable staff, all while meeting and connecting with like-minded individuals.

Upon completion of this program, participants will develop:

Industry specific soft and essential skills training for the workplace
Personalized plan to support career success
Employability Skills training: Resume, Cover letter development, Networking and Marketing skills
Occupational Skills Training Certificates (i.e. First Aid, WHMIS, NVCI, Food Safe, SuperHost, SAFE talk etc.)
Understanding of the labour market and personal career exploration
Job search guidance and support

**Types of barriers to employment at the time of intake:

housing instability
recovering from substance use
prior criminal justice involvement
mental health challenges
lack of social networks and connections
lack of recent and/or Canadian work experience
limited literacy skills or English language skills
low self-esteem
low income
- Older Worker

Eligibility.

Want to know if the In Demand Program is for you? Go through the checklist to find out.

You are legally able to work in Canada
You are unemployed or precariously employed (casual, temporary or unstable employment)
You are not a full-time student
Face two or more barriers to employment (eg. lack of social networks, limited work experience, housing instability, disability).

Client Spotlight.

Mike’s Story

Mike completed Open Door Group's Job in Demand Program in the winter of 2020. With hopes of doing a career change, Mike came to WorkBC Kamloops to do some career exploration. He worked with Colleen,...

Ashley’s Story

After years working in the fast food industry, Ashley felt undervalued and unappreciated. She reached a breaking point and spontaneously quit, but was then unsure about which industry to turn to. In...

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Program Duration

6-weeks

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Program Hours

Monday through Friday
8:30am-4:30pm

Ready to get started? Apply now.

KAL TIRE

A Canadian company with 250 locations across Canada, Kal Tire has been working with our Kamloops team to meet their recruitment needs for several years. As a business, Kal Tire experiences spikes of seasonal demand as local residents switch from winter tires to summer tires and back, so much of their hiring is seasonal.

We work with them to help them find the right candidates for their business philosophy: individuals who are bondable, physically able to do the job, have great customer services skills, and have the flexibility to work long hours from time to time. Because Kal Tire is focused on hiring staff who have the right skills and the right attitude, and willing to train on the job, we have also been able to help them leverage our services to create opportunities for diverse candidates while meeting their HR objectives.

Since the beginning of our partnership, we have been able to match Kal Tire with 7-8 candidates to fill seasonal positions. Some of the top candidates have gone on to be hired into full time positions where they continue to contribute to the company today.