“I feel like Reboot Plus should be integrated into high school. This should be a high school course. I now have options in front of me." Reboot Plus connects students to the world of work and possibility by having students meet professionals in fields of their...
This program works because we meet youth where they are and individualize the program to their needs. We’ve provided 7 ways to help youth reengage in their education and career development.
The difficulties in attracting and retaining workers in Canada will be a struggle for a while. We need to consider ways we can adapt to the needs of the upcoming generation of workers. Moving forward in business will depend on this. Through a few cycles of the Reboot...
Statistics show unemployment running as low as it's ever been, record-high job vacancy numbers and unprecedented labour force participation rates. The labour market is "the tightest it's been in half a century," says economist Armine Yalnizyan in an interview. "It's...
The Burnaby Board of Trade partnered with the Reboot Plus program “Common across all sectors in Burnaby is the challenge of finding and acquiring talent. Our businesses are growing at a significant rate yet it’s a challenge to fill the roles. We’re looking for...
"What do you want to be when you grow up?” As a teen in high school, this question can cause anxiety about the future. Especially if you’re disengaged and unsure as to why you’re even in school. A young person knows only a limited number of job titles, yet, if you...
Bow Valley College and the Calgary Chamber of Commerce Join Forces to Introduce Innovative Youth Labour Market Program An innovative youth program is expanding to Calgary, Alberta thanks to a partnership between Bow Valley College, Douglas College, PEERs Employment...
The overall goal is to provide a positive educational experience and encourage youth to actively continue their education to prepare for a meaningful career.
“Nothing lasts forever, and things can change if you want them too." A recent graduate of the Reboot Plus program shares their journey to discovering their career aspirations. The High School Experience Isn’t for Everyone “In Grade 9 I started skipping class a lot...
12 – 16% of Canada’s youth will not graduate from high school. How Reboot Plus Can Help Vulnerable Youth Graduate and Thrive High schools are rife with students who have, for varied reasons, checked out and need help to graduate high school. These students need extra...