Duncan:

	Cowichan Independent Living 321 Coronation Ave Duncan, V9L 2T1 (250) 746-3930 Visit website >>	Employment services for those who self-identify as facing barriers due to disability, injury or illness 3 week career decision making and job search programs One to one employment counselling Casual labour pool that matches qualified workers to employers Access to computers and adaptive technology; computer workshops
	Global Vocational Services Cowichan Career Resource Centre 103 & 301 – 80 Station Street Duncan, BC V9L 1M4 Phone: (250) 748-9880 Visit Website >> Global Vocational Services Wage Subsidy Services 103 & 301 – 80 Station Street Duncan, BC V9L 1M4 Phone: (250) 748-9880 Visit Website >>	Free job search services for anyone who is unemployed or underemployed (working under 20 hours per week) and actively looking for work in the Cowichan Region Local job postings and labour market information access to computers, fax and photocopying workshops and job search lending library assistance with resume development, cover letters and interview practice employment counselling on job search, career objectives, planning strategies and goal planning   Wage reimbursement program for employers willing to help new employees enhance skills on the job EI eligible persons qualify to participate in the program Negotiated contracts of approx 50% of wage and of negotiated length depending on skills needed, usually about 20 weeks Support for participants and employers throughout the contract Easy application for participants and employers, quick reimbursement of wages
	Service Canada 211 Jubilee Street Duncan, BC V9L 1W8 Phone: (250) 748-5231 visit website >>	In-person application for Employment Insurance, Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, Social Insurance numbers and pleasure craft licenses Information on other Federal Government Service offerings Funding to external service providers for Employment Assistance Services, Wage Subsidy, Skills Development and Self Employment Programs for unemployed workers Funding to Youth and Persons with Disabilities for skills development or wage subsidies National Job Bank access
	GT Hiring Solutions (2005) Inc 104 – 80 Station Street, Duncan, BC V9L 1M4 (250) 701-0885 or toll free 1-866-351-0885 Visit Website >>	An Employment Program that provides employment services and supports designed to meet the needs of individual BC Employment & Assistance Clients that have been referred from the Ministry of Employment & Income Assistance (MEIA) Directed Work Search (DWS) & Individualized Services and Supports (ISS) are two of the programs offered. Resume writing, arranging interviews, providing access to job leads & short term training, labour market info, networking, self-marketing, client coaching, Life Skills services Follow up & support to clients once employed Referrals to other contracted support services
	Vancouver Island Vocational & Rehabilitation Services 321 Coronation Ave., Duncan, B.C. V9L 2T1 (250) 746-3930 Visit Website >>	Exploration of your employment interests, abilities and goals Individualized counseling to help you with managing your disability Development of an employment plan that’s specifically for you Work placements with support to give you hands on experience Creative and innovative work situations that accommodate you and your specific needs

  Lake Cowichan:

Community Services Employment Centre 121 Point Ideal Rd, Lake Cowichan Phone: (250) 749-6822 Visit Website >>

Free Employment Assistance Services for residents of the Cowichan Lake area One on one Employment counselling, career planning, and referrals to EI programs Return to Work Action Plan development Resume and cover letter development assistance Photocopying, faxing, telephone use for employment inquiries Resource room and computer lab for online Job Search, LMI and research

  Ladysmith:

Employment Navigators 710 1st Avenue, Ladysmith, BC Phone: (250) 245-7134 Visit website >>

Free employment services for residents of Ladysmith and area Free job search, resume development and career planning assistance Individual assistance and interactive workshops available Access to faxing, photocopier, local job boards & telephones Modern computer lab for all your on-line job search needs Referrals to employment related programs Current regional on-line job postings