BladeRunners
EMBERS’ BladeRunners Program is a career exploration program, giving those between the ages of 15-29 an opportunity to start the framework for their career goals. BladeRunners provides job readiness skills, work experience/on-the-job training, job coaching and ongoing supports to help YOU start YOUR career journey.
Program services include…
• Discover new and exciting opportunities within different industries (i.e. digital and green jobs)
• Developing skills for success
• Helping you design your own career path
• Help to find your dream job
• Certified skills training
Are you eligible?
You are a youth between the ages of 15-29 inclusive
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You are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
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Not in full-time school; actively looking for employment
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English Level 10 (for non-native speakers) or above
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To learn more and register, please contact Jessica at jessica.erler@emberscanada.org or 604–312–3098.
Upcoming Trainings
Construction Skills & Safety
Resume Writing & Interview Skills, Basic First Aid, Fall Protection
November 12th - November 14th
November 12: 10:00am-6:30pm
November 13: 10:00am-6:30pm
November 14: 10:00am-6:30pm
Location: Phoenix Innovation Centre, 13959 100 Ave, Surrey
December 10th - December 12th
December 10: 10:00am-6:30pm
December 11: 10:00am-6:30pm
December 12: 10:00am-6:30pm
Location: Phoenix Innovation Centre, 13959 100 Ave, Surrey
Lunch is provided and bus passes are available. Participants receive wraparound supports including one to one resume support and interview preparation.
To register, please contact bladerunners@emberscanada.org or 604–312–3098.
Forklift Training
Resume Writing & Interview Skills, Forklift Certification
November 12th - November 13th
November 12: 10:00am-6:30pm
November 13: 10:00am-6:30pm
Location: Phoenix Innovation Centre, 13959 100 Ave, Surrey
Lunch is provided daily and bus passes are available. An incentive program is in place for those participants who begin working within three months of completing the program.
To register, please contact bladerunners@emberscanada.org or 604–312–3098.
Basic Security Training
Resume Writing & Interview Skills, Basic Security Training
November 16th - 20th
8:15 am to 5 pm daily
Location: Justice Institute of BC (JIBC), New Westminster, BC
Lunch is provided and bus passes are available. Participants receive wraparound supports including one to one resume support and interview preparation.
To register, please contact bladerunners@emberscanada.org or 604–312–3098.
Traffic Control Person (TCP) Certification
Resume Writing & Interview Skills, TCP Certification
December 9th to 11th
Dec 9: 10:00am-5:00pm
Dec 10: 9:00am-5:30pm
Dec 11: 9:00am-5:30pm
Location: Surrey, BC
Lunch is provided daily and bus passes are available. An incentive program is in place for those participants who begin working within three months of completing the program.
To register, please contact bladerunners@emberscanada.org or 604–312–3098.
