Resource Search

Port Alberni: 250-724-4560 Fax: 250-724-4565 (4805-B Mar Street) -------------------------------------------------
Ucluelet: 250-726-4243 Fax: 250-726-2975 (101-1801 Bay Street) --------------------------------------------------
Tofino: 250-725-8805 Fax: 250-725-2845 (381 Main Street) ------------------------------------------------------

Alberni Valley Employment Centre is the WorkBC Employment Services Centre for the Alberni-Clayoquot region of Vancouver Island, British Columbia.  Together with their Service Partners, INEO Employment Services and Community Futures, they are responsible for delivering the Employment Program of BC, providing employment assistance to job-seekers in Port Alberni, Tofino, Ucluelet and surrounding communities.

AVEC provides services for all your employment and career needs, including Job Search Assistance, Career Planning, Training Opportunities, Wage Subsidies and Self-Employment Services to eligible job seekers.

Visit one of their self-serve Resource Centres, where you can find job search information and access computers, phones, fax machines and photocopiers for job search activities.  Their helpful staff can assist you with updating your resumé and cover letter, help you with online job applications, and provide up-to-date advice on where and how to apply for jobs.

Provides support and education for individuals living with HIV and/or hepatitis C through their Positive Wellness Program.

Family Ties is a perinatal program open to all Westcoast parents from Tofino, Ucluelet, Hitacu, Opitsat, Esowista and Ty-Histanis. Expectant and new parents can call the office directly, ask their Doctor or speak with the Public/Community Health Nurse to receive services. We are committed to strengthening and supporting all birthing families on the west coast.

We offer a weekly drop in with topics ranging from healthy nutrition, to childbirth, parenting your new baby and the latest in health news. Guest speakers include the Community Nutritionist, Dental Hygienist, Infant Development workers and other resource people. Participants can receive free pre-natal vitamins, individual nutrition information, and home visits if requested. 

Transportation can be arranged, please call for details

Some of the services we provide for Parents and Child Care Providers:

Free child care information and referrals to parents, on-line or in person

 Support in pursuing a career in child care

 Child Care related workshops and training opportunities

 Child care subsidy forms and assistance available in most communities

 Promotion opportunities on “Island Family Information” website

http://www.islandfamilyinfo.ca

Fax 250-726-2732

Literacy programss and support for all communities through the Coastal Family Resource Coalition

For those in need of transportation to outside medical care.