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Program:
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Independent Living Resource Centre Thunder Bay - Focusing Access on Skills and Training for Employment
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Phone Numbers:
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807-577-6166
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-461-3153
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TTY:
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807-577-6166
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Fax:
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807-577-6119
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Address:
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212 Miles St E Suite 103
Thunder Bay, ON
P7C 1J6
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Location:
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- Located on Miles St E in the S ward of Thunder Bay
- Closest intersection is at Miles St E and May St N
- Situated in the former Catholic School Board building across from CBC Thunder Bay near Paterson Park
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Accessibility Notes:
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Fully Accessible - front entrance is off Miles St and includes a set of stairs and wheelchair ramp; front entrance door is locked to the public - use separate doorbell located on right-hand side of building; doorbell is attached to the door frame above the door fob on the left side of the intercom with the label "ILRC", and "ILRC" is written in Braille above the doorbell. After using the doorbell, it will shine a blue light, and an ILRC Thunder Bay staff member will greet you and welcome you into the building.
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Hours:
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Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Kerry Youmans - Program Facilitator
807-577-6166 Ext 3 * kerry@ilrctbay.com
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Service Description:
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Works with individuals to help them achieve employment success
Helps with the following:- Preparing resumes, cover letters, and interview skills
- Job search techniques and application assistance
- Securing funding for uniforms, work boots etc
- Securing funding for specialized training, such as First Aid/CPR or Smart Serve
Offers a wage subsidy program for suitable employers looking to hire participants from the program
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Call to register for program
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Individuals aged 16 years and older and who must:
- Self disclose a disability (medical verification not required)
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a Social Insurance Number
- Not be eligible for Employment Insurance (EI) benefits
- Be unemployed or underemployed (working less than 20 hours per week)
- Have not participated in the program in the past
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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City of Thunder Bay, District of Kenora, District of Rainy River, District of Thunder Bay, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern
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Last Updated:
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12/12/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=171885
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