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First Aid Training Dates
Occupational First Aid Level 1
We now have two training dates to offer.
March 27, 2021 and April 17, 2021
Email, call or drop in @ the Princeton Skills Centre for registration details.
250-295-4051 | 206 Vermilion Avenue
BC Offers $7,500 for Small Business Online Sales Help
Applications open for $12 million COVID-19 relief fund
The B.C. government is offering qualifying small businesses up to $7,500 to build or upgrade their online sales portals to help get through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jobs Minister Ravi Kahlon announced the “launch online grant” program, with a portal at launchonline.ca open to take applications. The $12 million online sales fund is the second small business assistance program from the B.C. government’s $1.5 billion StrongerBC fund, announced before last fall’s election.
“Business practices that we thought were five to seven years away are here now,” Kahlon said Feb. 3, with online sales being the way for many to keep going.
Also the BC government announced yesterday, March 4th that they have “New Program Criteria” for their Small and Medium sized Business Recovery Grants. They are extending the grants to August 2021 or until funds are fully expended. This could also help Princeton small business in a new way. More information is available here: Small and Medium Sized Business Grants
What’s happening @ WorkBC?
Hello Everyone!
If you’re wondering what is happening in our centres throughout the month of March –This is a glimpse into our webinars and events. If anything interests you let us know how we can connect you with these incredible resources. Connect with us on our socials, call or drop in to see how easy it is to register and gain access to these valuable resources in your job search.
This month’s edition honours International Women’s Day on March 8th.
Click the below picture or click this link: job-seeker March Edition!
CRA: Webinars on Benefits and Credits!!!
Canada Revenue Agency is offering
Live Webinars on Benefits and Credits
- Wednesday, March 10, 2021 from 6:00 – 7:30pm Pacific time (in French)
- Saturday, March 13, 2021 from 10:00 – 11:30am Pacific time
Don’t miss out on the benefits and credits to which you may be entitled. Some of the benefits and credits to which you may be eligible for are the Canada child benefit, Disability tax credit, Child disability benefit, Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax Credit, and the Canada Workers Benefit. If you do your taxes after the filing deadline, your payments could be delayed.
You can register for one of the above webinars by going to the below link and clicking on the link associated with the date of your choice.
https://canada.webex.com/canada/onstage/g.php?PRID=4f1473dfdd206ba0967b78ce55fe4326 (English)
https://canada.webex.com/canada/onstage/g.php?MTID=e3f29f6b7edc6637c1f291df159bcfb24 (French)
Hey Princeton…Commercial Driver Training Anyone? $$$ Could it be FREE? Ask us!
We have received notice that there may be a
$$$ Free $$$
Class 1 Commercial Truck Driver Training Program
in the works. To see if you’re eligible and get your name on the list, check in with WorkBC Princeton for more details!!
Drop in, Email or Call us TODAY!!
250-295-4051
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It’s Census time folks…Apply NOW!!!
Canada is Hiring!!!
#32,000 jobs available to Canadians!
The census paints a portrait of Canada’s population and the places where we live. Information from the census will ensure that your community has the data it needs for planning schools, daycare, housing, hospitals, emergency services, roads, public transportation, and employment skills training.
Statistics Canada is currently hiring approximately 32,000 people for census enumerator and crew leader positions across Canada. Be part of a great undertaking and join the 2021 Census team!
JOIN THE CENSUS TEAM HERE!!!
BC Recovery Benefits Available NOW!!
BC RECOVERY BENEFITS!!
Apply now for the BC Recovery Benefit, a one-time, tax-free payment of up to $1,000 for eligible families and single parents and up to $500 for eligible individuals. You have until June 30, 2021 to apply.
Last updated: December 22, 2020
On this page:
- How the benefit works
- Determine your eligibility
- What you need to apply
- Submit your application
- After you apply
- Repayments
How the benefit works
The BC Recovery Benefit (the benefit) is a one-time direct deposit payment for eligible families, single parents or individuals. Benefit eligibility is based on net income from your 2019 tax return. You must apply to receive the benefit.
Benefit rates
The amount you’re eligible for will be automatically calculated based on your income when you apply.
Families and single parents
- $1,000 for eligible families and single parents with a net income of up to $125,000
- Reduced benefit amount for eligible families and single parents with a net income of up to $175,000
The benefit defines a family as an individual and their spouse or common-law partner, unless they are separated. Both people must be residents of B.C. on December 18, 2020.
The benefit defines a single parent as an individual who is the principal caregiver to at least one child.
Individuals
- $500 for eligible individuals with a net income of up to $62,500
- Reduced benefit amount for eligible individuals with a net income of up to $87,500
Using 2019 income tax data
As with the B.C. Emergency Benefit for Workers, in order to prevent fraudulent claims, applicants must provide 2019 income tax data to receive the benefit.
British Columbians need support now, and if the benefit relied on 2020 income tax data, payment wouldn’t be possible until approximately fall 2021.
Determine your eligibility
General eligibility criteria
Generally, the benefit is available to people:
- Who are residents of British Columbia on December 18, 2020
- Who are at least 19 years old on December 18, 2020, or meet specific eligibility criteria
- Who filed a 2019 Canadian personal income tax return, or meet specific eligibility criteria
- Who have a valid social insurance number, individual tax number or temporary tax number
If you receive a payment and we later determine that you’re not eligible for it, you will be required to repay it.
Note: If you’re applying for the family benefit, your spouse or common-law partner must also meet the general eligibility criteria.
#DoGoodDecember
Action For Happiness
2020 has been a difficult year in so many ways. We have suffered with uncertainty, anxiety, isolation and challenges with our financial situation, health or relationships. One thing that can hold us together and help us get through is kindness. Although we can’t change our situation, we can choose to respond to others (and ourselves) with kindness. And when we’re kind, everything goes better. We help others, we help ourselves and we encourage others to be kinder too.
Giving also connects us to others, creating stronger communities and helping to build a happier society for everyone. And it’s not all about money – we can also give our Time, Ideas and Energy.
So if you want to feel good, do good!
Download your Calendar here: DO GOOD DECEMBER
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