The Employment, Life Skills & Training (ELST) initiative is part of the BCAAFC’s strategy to increase employment and training among Indigenous people.

Building on the previous success of the Northern Corridor Initiative, ELST is expanding into 14 Friendship Centres which have the resources and training to help clients find meaningful employment.

ELST services include:

• Pre-employment assistance

• Life skills programs

• Wrap-around programs and in-house referrals

• Resume and cover letter building

• Education and training certificates

• Career planning through self-assessments

• Interview skills

• Computer access

• Job boards, fairs and employer networking