“You’ve helped me feel more confident in the job application process and overall, feeling more prepared for the future jobs.” – Foundry Works client
What is Foundry Works?
Foundry Works is a free supported employment and education program if you are interested in working, going to school, or completing a training program. Foundry Works helps you build the skills and experiences you need to achieve your goals.
Who can join the program?
- Any BC youth between the ages of 15-24 who is experiencing multiple barriers to work, school, or training.
- Is interested in working, going to school, or starting a training program.
- Is legally entitled to work in BC.
How do I get started?
You can access the program in-person through 12 local Foundry centres or online through our provincial virtual services. If you visit a centre in-person, you still have the option of accessing the program virtually. For more information, see our FAQ below.
Live in one of these communities? Access your local Foundry Works program through a local Foundry centre. To get in touch, please call or email us at the information listed below:
Abbotsford
info@foundryabbotsford.ca
236-380-3562
Campbell River
mail@jhsni.bc.ca
250-286-0611
Kelowna
foundrykelowna@cmha.bc.ca
236-420-2803
North Shore (North and West Vancouver)
foundrynorthshore@vch.ca
604-341-8439
Penticton
FoundryPenticton@OneSkyCommunity.com
778-646-2292
Prince George
vienna.skauge@nbc.ymca.ca
250-613-5678
Ridge Meadows
foundryworks@comservice.bc.ca
604-380-3133
Terrace
foundryterraceinfo@tdcss.ca
250-635-5596
Vancouver-Granville
icymhp@providencehealth.bc.ca
604-806-9415
If you live elsewhere in BC, you can access Foundry Works though our provincial virtual services team.