Focusing Access on Skills and Training for Employment

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212 Miles St E Suite 103
Thunder Bay, ON
P7C 1J6
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807-577-6166
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Toll-Free: 1-800-461-3153
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Fax: 807-577-6119
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Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Application

Call to register for program

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Individuals aged 16 years and older and who must:

  • Self disclose a disability (medical verification not required)

  • Be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a Social Insurance Number

  • Not be eligible for Employment Insurance (EI) benefits

  • Be unemployed or underemployed (working less than 20 hours per week)

  • Have not participated in the program in the past

Fees

None

Contacts

Kerry Youmans - Program Facilitator
807-577-6166 Ext 3 * kerry@ilrctbay.com

Languages

English

Accessibility

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Accessibility Note

Fully Accessible - front entrance is off Miles St and includes a set of stairs and wheelchair ramp; front entrance door is locked to the public - use separate doorbell located on right-hand side of building; doorbell is attached to the door frame above the door fob on the left side of the intercom with the label "ILRC", and "ILRC" is written in Braille above the doorbell. After using the doorbell, it will shine a blue light, and an ILRC Thunder Bay staff member will greet you and welcome you into the building.

Description of Services:

Works with individuals to help them achieve employment success

Helps with the following:
  • Preparing resumes, cover letters, and interview skills
  • Job search techniques and application assistance
  • Securing funding for uniforms, work boots etc
  • Securing funding for specialized training, such as First Aid/CPR or Smart Serve
Offers a wage subsidy program for suitable employers looking to hire participants from the program
Last updated: Dec 12, 2024: Suggest an edit