Mission Community Skills Centre - Mission 1, British Columbia

Me A.

I would definitely recommend anyone to take this PROGRAM.Not only this program taught me everything that I haven't learned about myself from my past experiences but also built a really good friendship and helped me find my career path that aligns with my goals. Leslie is not only amazing and kind but she will definitely be there if you have any questions and will help you. Josh was an amazing facilitator as well because not only he had an amazing charisma and very helpful with resumes and cover letters but he will be there to support you if you need help with your career path. My overall experience could not justify how thankful I am to be a part of this program but how much FUN I had and will always remember what I have learned and carry it with me. The opportunities that I also stumble upon with the help of this program is truly what I am grateful for.

Amy V.

Through the Express to Success program I was able to gain a better understanding of myself and my passions. It became clearer to me the career path I want to take, and I feel well equipped to take the next steps to pursuing that path and finding my place in the world. I would recommend the Express to Success program at Mission Community Skills Centre Society to anyone who is unsure of their career path. The facilitators and staff were so accepting of me despite my limitations. Being a part of this amazing program has made me more confident in what I can bring to the world.

Brooklyn G. M.

I would recommend anyone struggling with looking for a job or struggling with figuring out who they are or what they want to do to take this program. It was incredibly beneficial to me in too many aspects to list, for example the assessments, they really helped me figure out what kind of person I am and how to coexist with others in the workplace as well as how to job search, prep for interviews and which careers you may want to pursue and other aspects about them I was unaware of before. All facilitators were kind, very patient, and always willing to give extra help when needed. Especially Helena, I appreciated her genuine nature. She was always willing to go the extra mile and really try to understand your specific needs, it was clear how much she cared about us getting the most out of this program and life moving forward. This program is something that gave me skills that will stay with me for life and will provide me opportunities I may not have been able to even see or attempt to achieve without the knowledge and confidence this program has provided to me.

Jonathan

The MYST program provides many opportunities and knowledge for youth beginning/re-entering the workforce or furthering an education. My facilitator Helena did an excellent job presenting and explaining every subject covered in the program and brought a very warm welcoming vibe. All of the guest speakers, WorkBC job search, activities and topics covered really stuck with me and I highly recommend anyone within the age range to take this course. On top of everything else being paid to attend every class is a great bonus. Thank you.

Georgina N.

I’m graduated from Express to Success program and I highly recommend, Leslie is a great coordinator, she is always taking care of you, Jason also was an excellent facilitator, I had so much fun during the classes. I got some certificates! I am very happy to have studied here

Ian M.

I was at rock bottom when I was accepted into express to success. I had criminal allegations I had to fight before I lost my job for not being able to get vaccinated because of that incident. It was a terrible situation that caused me to become depressed and angry at the world and society. Being accepted into the express to success program probably saved me more than I even realized. Being told not only I was contributing member of society but that I had a value that employers are looking for allowed me to pick myself up from a difficult situation and move on. Now I have a better full time job and big aspirations to help society moving forward, becoming a fireman or something even better.

Jordyn D.

Firstly I’d like to thank both Daina and Jenna for instructing this program. I felt like I learn’t a lot not only from the programs we participated in but the conversations we had throughout the 10 weeks. I wish you both all success in the next group going forward!

I’d like to thank Daina for helping me with River when we were in person making the cedar bracelets at Heritage Park. And the jokes when we all went for the nature walk in Chilliwack. I felt I learnt a-lot during that walk from being able to identify different plants to the jokes our instructor made about the itchy bum Daina recorded on her phone. Hahah

Jeanna, I’d like to thank for allowing me to take part in the wildcraft program. Being extremely patient throughout the 10 weeks as well. You were an amazing instructor throughout even though we all bugged you to be in person, zoom was the only option and I felt it went extremely well 🙂 I’m glad you enjoyed your holidays. Wish you could of joined us for the nature walk in Chilliwack. I do apologize I couldn’t find a sitter to attend the sturgeon fishing day but it looked extremely fun! Thank you for the opportunity to be apart of this program and all the classes and courses within the program.

Sara V. D. S.

The Manufacturing Youth Skills Training (MYST) Program is a program that really gets you thinking, while keeping it fun. You learn about the workforce for today, and for tomorrow. I’d highly recommend this program to anyone who needs some assistance integrating into the workforce, or who wants to add some certificates into their repertoire.