Propelle
Provided by: Women's Network PEI
Service Description
A life skills and employment readiness program with a focus on jobs where women are underrepresented. The program:
- Focuses on confidence building, conflict resolution, group activities, learning styles and overall wellness
- Follows four pillars: personal development, employment readiness, career exploration, and community engagement
- Has guest speakers, employers, and mentors in various fields
- Participants tour Holland College to explore programs and job opportunities
- Is a full-time course
- Includes all materials
Information
Eligibility:
Women ages 22-45 years (some flexibility) who:
-Have limited attachment to the workforce, lack confidence, limited education, intergenerational poverty, addiction issues, abuse, family violence, mental and physical healthy challenges, lone parents, and/or limited supports
-Who face barriers in employment and/or career advancement
-Have a desire and aptitude to work and increase their employability on PEI
-Who have lived on PEI for at least 3 months and are either Canadian citizens or permanent residents
-Who are on EI, are working 20 hours per week or less, are on social assistance or have no income
-Who can commit to full-time programming
-Have limited attachment to the workforce, lack confidence, limited education, intergenerational poverty, addiction issues, abuse, family violence, mental and physical healthy challenges, lone parents, and/or limited supports
-Who face barriers in employment and/or career advancement
-Have a desire and aptitude to work and increase their employability on PEI
-Who have lived on PEI for at least 3 months and are either Canadian citizens or permanent residents
-Who are on EI, are working 20 hours per week or less, are on social assistance or have no income
-Who can commit to full-time programming
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Complete online application form or call to obtain a form * An interview with Women's Network PEI, approval from Skills PEI, and Employment Assistance Services support are required
Documents Required:
Completed Return to Work Action Plan * Completed application form
Program Hours:
Program runs from September to December
Program Phone Numbers:
- Program Phone
902-314-1414
Language:
English
Website:
Coverage Area:
Prince Edward Island
Service Locations & Contact Info
- 40 Enman Crescent, Suite 119, Charlottetown, PE C1E 1E6Our main office is located in the Royalty Centre on the first floor. Enter the main doors and walk down the hallway to the left.
- Coverage Area:Prince Edward Island
- Disabilities Access:Programs are located on the second floor which is not wheelchair accessible (stairs only)
- September-May: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm * Holiday and June-August hours vary
- General Inquiries
902-368-5040
