Connection 2 Employment recently held its closing ceremony at the East Prince Youth Development Centre (EPYDC) in Summerside. Facilitator Colleen Snow used the following words to describe the 11 participants: “Brave, kind, caring, inclusive, positive attitude, team player, perseverance, punctual, and goal reacher.” The program, in its third year, helps enhance ... [Read More...]
Recruiting Women, Indigenous People and Newcomers to Youth in Trades Project
With the Prince Edward Island construction industry booming and construction employers across the Island needing 300 to 400 new employees now, there is no better time than the present for youth interested in exploring a construction trade to apply to the Construction Association of PEI’s Youth in Trades project. I am the Youth Employment Program Manager with the Construction ... [Read More...]
Programs across the Island encouraged youth beyond their expectations
Youth programs held in seven locations across the Island this summer have proven to be of great value to the participants and the community. The programs supported students heading into grades 11 and 12 by offering career direction and encouragement to make successful life choices. They were held at Westisle, Alberton, Summerside, Charlottetown, as well as Morell, and St. ... [Read More...]
Youth at the 2018 ASI Forum talked about experiences that led to a career plan
For 14 years, Atlantic Summer Institute on Healthy and Safe Communities (ASI) has held bilingual forums on PEI. Each annual event brings together approximately 160 participants from across Atlantic Canada and beyond. All ASI programming reflects the diverse perspective of communities and individuals who are engaged in strengthening Atlantic communities and reduces barriers ... [Read More...]
Year-round youth program building skills & making a difference in the community
YMCA Community Action Network (YCAN) is a national youth program new to PEI this summer and runs year-round. It is operating out of the Robert L. Cotton Centre located in Stratford. YCAN involves young Canadians ages 15 and up with developing projects that address specific community needs. Coordinator Joseph Déry says that YCAN launched in June for the first time. “It’s a ... [Read More...]