YWCA Metro Vancouver

Strive is a holistic 12-week program to support youth in and from care transitioning to independence.

Participants receive:

• $150/week honorarium for attending 6 weeks of life skills workshops
• Foodsafe Level 1, Emergency First Aid & CPR, Serving It Right, WHMIS
• Transportation, food and other supports
• Debt assistance
• Access to YWCA Health + Fitness Centre

Program Highlights:

Part 1:

• 6 weeks of afternoon life skills workshops (Monday – Friday 2:00 -5:00pm). E.g. Financial literacy, mental health, resumes & cover letters, substance use & addiction, nutrition, etc.
• Customized action plans and goal setting

Part 2:

• Optional 8-week paid job placements ($12.65/hour, 20 hours/week)
• Ongoing support as needed

Participants must be:

• 17-24 years of age
• Transitioning/transitioned out of care (foster home, group home, youth agreement)
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Working less than 20 hours per week

See what Strive participants have to say about their experience:

Now accepting applications and referrals.

Candidates can be referred by a case worker or refer themselves directly to discuss eligibility.  

For more information please contact 604 970 0139 | strive@ywcavan.org