The Challenge… A Labour Shortage:
By 2029 BC Employers will need to fill an estimated 861,000 job openings. BC has an “Untapped” labour pool of 614,630 of working aged British Columbians that currently have a disability.
Across BC this September the spotlight is being put on this valuable resource that is not only good for business, its just plain good. WorkBC services include customized employment services to create meaningful work as well as accessibility services providing access to any needed devices for working, and wage subsidies to open doors. If you are interested in partnering with WorkBC to provide access to work for persons with disabilities, you have access right in this community.
June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, a time to recognize the rich history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis.
For generations, many Indigenous groups and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on June 21 or around that time of year because of the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year.
National Aboriginal Day, now National Indigenous Peoples Day, was announced in 1996 by then Governor General of Canada, Roméo LeBlanc, through the Proclamation Declaring June 21 of Each Year as National Aboriginal Day. This was the result of consultations and statements of support for such a day made by various Indigenous groups:
On June 21, 2017, the Prime Minister issued a statement announcing the intention to rename this day National Indigenous Peoples Day.
National Indigenous Peoples Day is part of the Celebrate Canada program, which also includes Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day on June 24, Canadian Multiculturalism Day on June 27 and Canada Day on July 1.
The Government of Canada provides funding opportunities for community celebratory events, as well as for commemorations on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Every year, numerous activities are organized across the country on June 21 to showcase the richness and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis cultural expressions and stories.
Find an event or activity near you:
You can also download and share images for National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day, and stay connected on social media with the hashtag #NIHM2024 and #NIPD2024.
OFA Level 1
June 20, 2024
Standard First Aid with CPR C
Monday & Tuesday June 24 & 25, 2024
Call the Skills Centre at 250-295-4051 for further details and registration
If you are an Employer wanting to connect with potential team members or a job seeker hoping for some “face time” with the business, then plan to attend April 30, 2024.
Employers, please register with WorkBC at 250-295-4051 so we can make sure we are set and ready for you. Job Seekers brush your resume up by checking our resources at the WorkBC office.
Do you or your Health & Safety team, staff or community agencies know how to recognize signs, engage with a person with thoughts of suicide?
Learn with us help connect them to an intervention resource for safety and further supports. This Life Saving Workshop will be at the Skills Centre, March 13th from 1-4pm.
Call us to RSVP your teams spots at the Princeton Skills Centre 250-295-4051 or email us @ reception@princetoncsc.com
Join Us on February 22 & 23rd, 2024 for two days of Mental Health First Aid Training!
This comes to you at a significant discount of $85.00 pp
Drop in, Call or email us today to secure your name on a seat! We always love when you drop into Princeton & District Community Skills Centre ! 250-295-4051
reception@princetoncsc.com
We are conveniently located at 206 Vermilion and are a fully accessible location with a Rick Hansen Certification that we are proud of!
Join us for 1st Aid!
Occupational First Aid Level 1 (OFA 1) is an 8-hour course that prepares workers to be first aid attendants in relatively low-risk environments where a hospital is close by. This course is designed by Worksafe BC and focuses specifically on caring for injured coworkers.
In B.C., workplace first aid attendants must have a certificate that’s recognized by WorkSafeBC. There are three levels of occupational first aid (OFA) and one OFA certificate endorsement. The level of first aid services required for a workplace depends on the number of workers, distance to medical aid, and industry hazard rating.
| OFA Level 1 | Basic level first aid training and certification |
| OFA Level 2 | Intermediate-level first aid training and certification |
| OFA Transportation Endorsement | Training required for transportation of injured workers as required by Schedule 3-A |
| OFA Level 3 | Advanced level of first aid training and certification |
Our cost to you is $189. Drop in, Call or email us today to secure your name on a seat! We always love connecting with community!
Ph: 250-295-4051
reception@princetoncsc.com
We are conveniently located at 206 Vermilion and are a fully accessible location with a Rick Hansen Certification that we are proud of!
Monday to Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
