Prability.org: Services
Powell River's Employment Service providers can provide assistance to both employers and potential employees with all levels of abilities, including hidden disabilities or persistent and multiple barriers to employment. Any of the service providers listed below can help direct you through the right channels. You are not alone.
Powell River Model Community Project for Persons with Disabilities 4476A Marine Avenue. Powell River, BC V8A 2K2. Tel: (604) 485-2688
Powell River Association for Community Living (PRACL) #201 - 4675 Marine Avenue. Powell River, BC V8A 2L2. Tel: (604) 485-6411
Triumph Vocational Services 4476A Marine Avenue. Powell River, BC V8A 2K2 Toll Free 1-866-689-7150
Career Link 103-4511 Marine Avenue.
Powell River, BC V8A 2K5
Tel: (604) 485-7958
Provincial Government (BC Ministry of Housing & Social Development) Tel: 1 800 663-7867 Workable Solutions and Personal Supports Program
Federal Government (Persons with Disabilities Online) Toll-free : 1-800 622-6232 TTY/TDD : 1-800 926-9105 Print or save a pdf version of the Federal Guide to Government of Canada Services for People with Disabilities and their Families.
Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing Employment Program 67 - B Skinner St. Nanaimo, BC V9R 5G9 Voice: 1-877 424-3323 TTY: 1-877 424-3323
Community Futures: Powell River (self-employment services) 4717 Marine Ave. (2nd Floor) Powell River, BC V8A 2L2 . Ph: (604)-485-7901 Fax: (604)-485-4897
Mental Health links:
Schizophrenia Support group (online) mdjunction.com/schizophrenia
The Chart above displays a pyramid structure whereby persons with different levels of ability move from social assistance through an opportunity phase and finally independence through full-time employment. Click here or on the chart to visit Workable Solutions, a BC government sponsored initiative to link employers with employees with disabilities.
