Any questions? Email us: boost.program@africacentre.ca

Eligibilty Criteria

Boost can help if:
You identify yourself as Black, Indigenous, and a person of color
You're a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or refugee in Canada ( Work permit holders are not eligible)
You're between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the time of intake/selection
You're not employed, in school and in other employment/transition program
You're in need of assistance to overcome employment barriers
You can stick to routines, ready to learn new skills and motivated to find long-term employment
Ready to actively search for employment after completing the program

What's in it for You?

The Boost Pathway to Success is a program that will set you up for success in Canada's workplace.

Employability readiness training. Through facilitators and special guest experts, we will give you the knowledge you need to succeed in the job market and among Canadian workers. First aid and mental health training and certification are free as part of the program.

Boost staff will work with you to prepare for the interview, and land the job. The job will last for about 12 weeks after you have completed the training portion of the program.

Throughout your 10 weeks of training, you will receive support from facilitators and advice from guest speakers. This will help you to learn and implement new skills. Afterwards, you will receive support for your job search and thus start your 12 weeks of work experience. Even after the 12 weeks of work experience, you will still receive ongoing support from Boost staff. In addition to all of this job help, you will also receive mental and emotional support from your colleagues and the Boost staff.

Boost encourages a sense of community and ties to peers. Together, you can forge enduring bonds and get peer support by completing the programme. The participants who take part in our programme create a powerful community where everyone contributes in and supports one another. You’ll be able to respond more effectively, adapt, and get beyond work obstacles as a result.

Topics Delivered in Training

Week 1 - Orientation and Awareness

Program Overview
Self Awareness and Mental Health
Cultural Awareness

Week 2 - Career Planning

Goal Setting
Mentorship
Workplace Diversity

Week 3 - Communication and Financial Literacy

Business Communication and Networking
Workplace Professionalism
Financial and Credit Literacy

Week 4 - Computer Literacy

Learn the essential skills for the following programs:

- - Microsoft Word
  - Microsoft Excel
  - Microsoft PowerPoint
  - Microsoft Outlook

Week 5 - Resume & Cover Letter Writing

Tailoring your resume to match the job description
Effectively highlight your accomplishments and qualifications in your cover letter

Week 6 - Interview Readiness

Learn interview techniques
Practice interview skills to become comfortable with common interview questions

Week 7 - First Aid & Mental Health First Aid Certifications

Become certified in the following programs:

First Aid
Mental Health First Aid

Week 8 - Legal Education & Physical Wellness

Employee and Tenant Rights
Understand standard workplace safety policy
Learn about nutrition
Understanding the importance of work/life balance

Week 9 - Leadership & Professional Speakers

Entrepreneurship
Trades and Apprenticeship
Indigenous 101
LGBTQ2S+ 101

Week 10 - Job Placement and Graduation

Goal Setting Follow-up
Tailored short courses and certifications
Program wrap-up and graduation

Twelve Weeks of Work Experience

With the help of the program our Boost staff can help you find a job that is suitable to you. Take a look at the industries that we can help you find a job in.