Making moves

Backstory: 

Faced challenges maintaining employment in past jobs; wanted help finding meaningful work that fit his goals.

Big win: 

Hired at FCM Recycling; excelling in his role and proving himself as a valuable employee.

How we helped: 

Supported Employment program, career planning, job coaching, ongoing follow-up.

From our team: 

“Jesse’s hard work has paid off — and we’re thrilled to see him shine in a role that fits.”

Backstory: 

Recent high school grad, unsure about next steps, interested in working with children.

Big win: 

Hired at Heart of the Family Child Care Centre; thriving in full-time work and now pursuing Early Childhood Education in college.

How we helped: 

Career exploration, Youth Job Connection program, hands-on placement, ongoing encouragement.

From our team: 

“McKenna found her passion and ran with it — we continue to cheer her on.”

Backstory: 

Recovering from major injuries, uncertain about job options.

Big win: 

Hired at UPI Energy; now a standout employee doing supervisory tasks.

How we helped: 

Workshops, career focus sessions, employer placement support.

From our team: 

“Dylan overcame his fears and is setting an incredible example.”

Backstory: 

Recent high school grad, no work experience.

Big win: 

Landed her first job at Pharmasave, promoted from Stock Clerk to Cashier.

How we helped: 

Resume and email setup, youth pre-employment program, and confidence building.

From our team: 

“We’re so happy to be part of Caitlyn’s journey!”

Backstory: 

Young woman with a developmental disability, shy and unsure about where she belonged in the workforce.

Big win: 

Hired as a Dishwasher at Chartwell McConnell Retirement Residence; grew into a role serving residents and became a valued team member.

How we helped: 

Pre-employment services, confidence building, employer placement, on-the-job support.

From our team: 

“Becky’s confidence and hard work have been incredible — she’s excelling and showing what’s possible.”

Backstory: 

Structural engineers from Afghanistan with Master’s degrees and years of experience; arrived in Canada as refugees, unfamiliar with the local labour market.

Big win: 

Hired as CAD Designers at EVB Engineering — their first jobs in Canada, setting them on the path to rebuilding their professional careers.

How we helped: 

One-on-one career support, employer outreach, job matching, and incentive programs to offset training costs.

From our team: 

“Saifullah and Babrak turned a new start into a professional success with determination and the right connections.”