S.T.E.P. - Figure out your future

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For youth aged 15–29, this program combines training, real-world projects, and job placements to set you up for success.

Not totally sure what you want to do with your life yet? Want to build real skills, try out different kinds of work, and get support while you sort out your next move?

That’s exactly what S.T.E.P is for. It’s a career‑building program that helps you explore options, learn useful skills, and get hands‑on experience—all while earning paid training time. (And yeah, you will get the chance to try stuff in the manufacturing and trades world—but you don’t have to pick that path unless you want to.)

What's Included In S.T.E.P.

3 Weeks of Job Skills

You kick things off with practical training that applies to almost any job:

Digital skills
Communication + teamwork
Workplace basics
WHMIS and Working at Heights certifications (super useful anywhere)

It’s basically a crash course in “how to be awesome at work.”

Hands‑On Experiences (Not Just Classrooms)

You’ll get to try real projects so you can see what kinds of work you actually enjoy.

Some of the activities involve construction‑type tasks—cutting, assembly, electrical basics, solar panels, that kind of thing—but the point isn’t to turn you into a tradesperson overnight. It’s about building confidence and figuring out what you like.

Think of it like test‑driving different skills.

10‑Week Placement to Try Out a Job

You’ll spend 10 weeks with an employer where you can:

Try out a career direction
Build your résumé
Learn what you enjoy (and what you don’t)

Get real‑world work experience. Manufacturing and construction placements are available, but not required—you’ll work with the team to find something that fits you.

Why You’ll Love S.T.E.P.

1. You get paid

You earn a stipend equal to minimum wage during your training weeks.
Free learning + money = win.

2. You build skills that work anywhere

Employers love these:

Communication
Digital literacy
Problem‑solving
Time management
Teamwork
Learning new tools/tech

These skills follow you into every job and every career change.

3. You get support, not pressure

S.T.E.P is all about helping you figure things out—not forcing you into a specific career.
You get:

Coaching
Employment Supports
Help planning your next steps (school, work, apprenticeship, whatever fits)

4. Your Work Actually Helps People

Projects you do in the program contribute to building transitional housing and supporting the community—so you’re not just learning, you’re making a difference

Your Future Doesn’t Have To Be A Mystery

S.T.E.P is a solid way to explore careers, gain skills, and build confidence—especially if you’re still unsure what you want to do.

Manufacturing and trades are just one option you can try. The real goal is helping you discover what you’re good at and what path feels right.

Spots are limited—From training to trades…this is your path to new skills and opportunity.

S.T.E.P. - Figure out your future

What's Included In S.T.E.P.

3 Weeks of Job Skills

Hands‑On Experiences (Not Just Classrooms)

10‑Week Placement to Try Out a Job

S.T.E.P. Inquiry Questions