Empowering Youth. Building Futures. Our Youthworx program supports youth to build confidence, skills, and a future they believe in.

Our Youthworx program has received funding through the Government of Canada’s Youth Employment and Skills Strategy [YESS]. YESS provides funding to organizations to deliver a variety of supports that help young people aged 15 to 30 overcome barriers to employment.

Youthworx offers skills training, paid work placements, and holistic supports. Thanks to this investment, 15 local youth will have the opportunity to build brighter, more empowered futures.  youth to gain the skills, tools, information, or work experience needed to transition into the labour market or return to education

This 19-week program is comprised of personal and professional development workshops and the following modules and certificates:

• Modules: Employability Skills Training | Entrepreneurship Skills Training | Job Search & Career Exploration | Volunteerism | Community Engagement

• Workshops: WHMIS, OH&S, First Aid & CPR Level C, Mental Health Awareness, Food Safety Training, Personality Dimensions, Diversity in the Workplace, Bully-free Workplaces, and Nova Scotia Best | SuperHost.

• After successful completion of the modules and certificates, youth who are ready for transition to employment will participate in a mentored, 3-week [paid] work placement

We strive to help youth overcome barriers to employment, with a particular focus on under-represented youth including Indigenous youth, 2SLGBTQI+, Black and other racialized youth, youth in care, and youth with disabilities. To be eligible, applicants must be between the ages of 16 – 30, not currently in school, and a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

Download the program poster here: Youthworx poster.

Download more information here to share with clients: Youthworx tear sheet

Program start date: January 12, 2026.

For more information on this program, contact: Jennifer.Robichaud@futureworx.ca or by calling 902-664-4464.

Breaking barriers. Building futures. Turning potential into possibility.

Connex: Breaking Barriers is a career development program designed to support individuals reintegrating into their communities after incarceration or living with the stigma of a criminal record. This initiative provides a structured, supportive pathway to employment through a blend of pre-employment training, wellness supports, and hands-on work placements.

Participants gain vital employability and social-emotional skills, receive individualized wrap-around supports, and earn recognized certifications to enhance job readiness. The program concludes with a three-week work placement, developed in collaboration with inclusive local employers, helping participants build experience, references, and confidence for long-term success.

By bridging the gap between untapped talent and labour market needs, Breaking Barriers-Connex strengthens communities, supports inclusive hiring, and fosters meaningful reintegration.

This 14-week program is comprised of personal and professional development workshops and the following modules and certificates:

• Modules: Employability Skills Training | Employer Expectations | Customer Service | Healthy Relationships | Job Search & Career Exploration | Community Engagement

• Workshops: WHMIS, OH&S, First Aid & CPR, Mental Health Awareness, Personality Dimensions, Diversity in the Workplace, Bully-free Workplaces, Computer Basics, Money Matters, Waste Management and Fire & Life Safety.

 After successful completion of the modules and certificates, youth who are ready for transition to employment will participate in a mentored, 3-week work placement.

Download more information here to share with clients: Connex: Breaking Barriers Tear Sheet

Project start date: February 17, 2026

Locations: Truro & Elmsdale, Nova Scotia

For more information or to register, contact Josette at 902-814-0635 or by email: josettec@futureworx.ca

Lifeworx is a free employment-readiness program for adults aged 45+ who are navigating career change or re-entering the workforce. The program values the experience participants bring while building confidence, employability skills, and pathways to meaningful work, entrepreneurship, or new opportunities.

Valuing Experience. Building New Futures.

 This 12-week program is comprised of personal and professional development workshops and the following modules and certificates:

·       Modules: Employability Skills Training | Entrepreneurship | Job Search & Career Exploration | Transition and Change

·       Workshops: WHMIS, OH&S, First Aid & CPR Level C, Mental Health Awareness, Personality Dimensions, Diversity in the Workplace, and Computer Basics.

After successful completion of the modules and certificates, learners who are ready for transition to employment will participate in a mentored, 2-week work placement.

Download the program information sheet here: Lifeworx one-pager

Program location: Truro, NS

Program start date: March 16, 2026.

Build on your experience. Explore new opportunities.

To register for this program, click here.  For more information, contact our team at annb@futureworx.ca or by calling 902-233-1059

ENGAGE is a free, supportive program that helps participants build confidence, strengthen wellbeing, and increase community connection. Using a flexible, individualized approach, the program combines group learning and one-on-one support to develop life skills, coping strategies, and readiness for community engagement or employment.

‍Building Confidence. Strengthening Connections.

This 11-week program is offered on a part-time basis [3 days per week] that will provide participants with a combination of health, wellness, employability, life skills, computer, and financial literacy skills.  Participants are encouraged to participate at a level that is tailored to their needs.

• Modules: Employability Skills Training | Effective Communication | Job Search & Career Exploration | Goal Setting | Community Engagement

• Workshops: WHMIS, OH&S, Money Matters and Personality Dimensions

• After successful completion of the modules and certificates, learners who are ready for transition to employment will participate in a mentored, 2-week work placement.

‍ Download the program information sheet here: ENGAGE.

‍Program start date: March 23, 2026.

Confidence, connection, and community.

‍To register for this program, click here.  For more information, contact our team at christag@futureworx.ca or by calling 902-843-4293

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