YWCA Off the Leash
YWCA Off the Leash is a free program that prepares job seekers 16-29 for entry-level careers in the pet and animal care industry.
- 6 weeks of Employment readiness and certifications with 12 weeks of additional employment support
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Training allowance provided
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Certifications: Walks n’ Wags Pet First Aid, Superhost and more
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Access to WorkBC case management which includes further employment support and additional benefits such as free counselling
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Access to the YWCA Health + Fitness Centre
- Between 16-29 years of age
- Employment or education ready
- Unemployed or precariously employed and available to participate in a full-time 12-week program (i.e. not a full-time student)
- A Canadian citizen, permanent resident or confirmed refugee status, legally entitled to work in Canada
Next Start Date: September 2, 2025. We accept referrals on an ongoing basis.
The Off the Leash program is delivered both online and in-person which provides participants with the flexibility of taking some of the workshops from home, but will add the much-needed face-to-face interactions between participants and facilitators.
For more information on the program schedule, please attend an information session or contact us. If you have any accessibility needs, please contact us to discuss accommodation.
YWCA Off the Leash
604 605 4666 | offtheleash@ywcavan.org
Career Zone | 2nd Floor, 1256 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC
Office hours: Monday to Friday | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
