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ReFRAME

The Hands-On Employment Readiness Program

ReFRAME is a hands-on employment readiness program created to empower individuals facing barriers to employment. Blending practical carpentry experience with personal development and mentorship, the program helps participants build both technical abilities and confidence. Alongside carpentry projects, participants strengthen essential workplace skills, gain tools to support their mental well-being, and connect with real employers.

Program Activities Include:

  • Paid participation incentive
  • Daily lunch provided
  • Hands-on carpentry skills training
  • Mentorship for success on the jobsite
  • Employment and job readiness skills
  • Safety Certificates & PPE safety gear
  • Match to employers for a 4-week paid work experience

Eligibility:

  • 16 years of age or older
  • Self-identified barriers to employment
  • Reside in Greater Victoria and surrounding areas
  • Canadian citizen or permanent resident, have been granted refugee status and are legally entitled to work in Canada
  • Desire to pursue work in the construction industry

Meet The Team Leading This Project

Kandi Kozler

Manager of Project Operations

Tara Brant

Employer Liaison

Dean Heron

Indigenous Skills, Artist in Residence

Jenny Nadeau

Director of Outreach and Community Programs

Keri Taylor

Manager of Operations, Indigenous Programs

Participant Application Form

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Note: applicants must be over the age of 16
Self-Identified Disability:
Member of South Vancouver BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour) Community:
Employment Status:
Income Status:

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

By submitting this application form, I hereby verify that the information I have provided is true. Should any part of the information provided in this application change for any reason, I agree to immediately notify the Construction Foundation of BC of these changes.
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