Career, Employment and Education Resources
Contact the CEER department today for more information, each application requires an in-person appointment to complete the application process.
Post-Secondary Funding intake:
Fall: Sept - Dec - apply Jun 1 - July 31 (Extended)
Forms for the Application:
Required Document Checklist
Application for Funding Form
Action Plan
Employer Research Form
Job Club Dop In - Mondays from 1PM - 4PM
Come to Job Club every Monday afternoon for resume building, job search, cover letter writing, interview preperation, computer use and other services. Join our Vocational Consultants who can help you prep for job interviews, give advice on resumes and applications or provide knowledge about potential jobs, job fairs and job search tools.
CEER Supports & Services
Education
Post Secondary Institutions in Victoria: Camosun College, University of Victoria, Royal Roads University
- Trades Programs
- Certificate Programs
- Diploma Programs
- Degree Programs
Training
Training Programs under 12 months in length with Certificates:
- Bladerunners
- Financial Literacy
- Entrepreneur Training
- Etc.
Driver Training Class N and Up:
- DriveWise
- SaferWay
- Etc.
Industry Recognized Certificates:
- First Aid
- Food Safe
- WHIMIS
- Mental Health First Aid
- Etc.
Work Gear
Work Gear for Employment
- Tools
- Work Boots, Steel Toed
- Dress-Professional Clothes
- Nurse Wear
- Safety Equipment
- Etc.
Other Supports
- Entrepreneur Training
- Parking Passes
- Bus Passes & Bus Tickets
These services are offered in a supportive atmosphere to help clients achieve employment goals and to foster a sense of focus and self-confidence in order to compete in the labour market successfully.
Additional Resources
Student Resources
UVic First Peoples House
Camosun Eyēʔ Sqȃ’lewen Centre for Indigenous Education & Community Connections
Bursaries & Scholarships
Indigenous Bursary Search Tool
Camosun Awards for Indigenous Students
UVic Entrance Burasries for Indigenous Students
UVic - LE,NOṈET
Camosun College, Indigenous Programs – Aboriginal Basic Upgrading
The Victoria Native Friendship Centre (VNFC), is in partnership with Camosun College; Native Adult Basic Education (upgrading) is available from September—April.
Contact Information:
Camosun College Upgrading
Financial assistance for the registration fees is available through VNFC and Camosun College.
Employment Resources
Indeed Indigenous Job Postings
VNFC Job Postings & Resources
Additional Resources
BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres
Métis Nation BC
Indspire
Irving K. Barker Award
New Relationship Trust Foundation
BC Native Women's Association
Contact Us
Career, Employment & Education Resources Team:
- Nadia S., CEER Director
- Sophia G., Career & Education Guide
- Samantha D., Career & Education Guide
- Herman H., Indigenous Liason & Career Transitional Guide
Phone: 250.384.3211
Fax: 250.384.1586
"We strive to improve the well being of Urban Aboriginal people by providing services to strengthen & promote self sufficient individuals, families and communities.”