job title:Free Trades Training Program ā Energy Efficient Me
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Ready to build a real career with your hands? YMCA BC is offering a fully funded, 13-week trades training program ā no tuition, no fees, no catch. You'll gain practical skills, industry-recognized experience, and dedicated job support, all at zero cost to you.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
š June 15 ā September 18, 2026 12 weeks of hands-on training + 1 week of employment support
š Monday ā Friday, 9:00 AM ā 1:30 PM š In-person | ACE Community College, Surrey, BC
WHAT YOU GET
100% free tuition ā no cost from start to finish
Tools and work gear provided on day one
Financial support during Week 13 (employment skills training)
Final payment equivalent to 30 hours at minimum wage
One-on-one support from a dedicated YMCA BC Case Manager throughout the program
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduate ready for entry-level roles including:
HVAC Helper
Heat Pump Installer Assistant
Gas Appliance Installer Helper
Sheet Metal / Ductwork Helper
Hydronic Heating Assistant
Building Systems Assistant
These are stable, in-demand trades in BC's growing green energy and building systems sector.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
240 hours of hands-on, job-focused training
Instructors with real industry experience
Career coaching and job placement support
Skills aligned with what BC employers are hiring for right now
WHO CAN APPLY
You qualify if you are:
Between 15 and 30 years old
Legally eligible to work in Canada (Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, or Approved Refugee)
Currently unemployed or working fewer than 20 hours per week
Not enrolled as a full-time student
APPLY NOW
Seats are limited and fill fast. This program is free, funded, and built to get you working.
Take the first step toward a stable, in-demand career in the skilled trades ā apply today.
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