Employment Services

Provided by: Mi'kmaq Confederacy of PEI - AKA: MCPEI; The Confederacy

Service Description

Supports Indigenous people living in Epekwitk / PEI in both urban and rural areas to prepare for training and employment or a return to work. The program is client-centered and based on each individual participant's career/job plan. Specific employment services can vary, but generally include:

  • Relevant hands-on career exploration experiences
  • Job opportunities
  • Education and training related to career goals
  • Pre-employment training

The program is delivered in partnership with employers, training institutions, and government departments to develop and roll out initiative that support hands-on career explorations experiences, job opportunities, education, and training.

Information

Eligibility:
All Indigenous people living in Epekwitk / PEI
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Call your local Employment Counsellor
Documents Required:
An intake form will be completed at the initial meeting
Program Hours:
Typically programs take place during business hours * Contact for up-to-date program information
Program Phone Numbers:
  • Urban Charlottetown and Surrounding
    Email: creilly@mcpei.ca
    902-393-2342
  • Abegweit First Nation and Kings County
    Email: lfraser@mcpei.ca
    902-676-2353
  • Lennox Island and Prince County
    Email: smilligan@mcpei.ca
    902-831-3245
Language:
English
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

Service Locations & Contact Info