Empowering Manitoba's Youth
COVID-19 UPDATE: Please note, as of January 4, 2022 our offices are temporarily closed to the public and YES staff are working remotely. We continue to offer our services virtually and by appointment to ensure the health and safety of our clients and staff. A limited number of in-person services are available by appointment only. To book an appointment or reschedule an existing appointment, please call 204-987-8661 or email reception@yesmb.ca.
We will continue to monitor the situation and align with the Province of Manitoba's Pandemic Response System. We will also update this website and our social media pages on the current situation and how we are continuing to offer services and programs during this time.
Visit our Contact Us page HERE to email or message a staff member directly.
Please visit our online resources page HERE to access services and resources virtually.
If you are a first time client and have not yet registered with us, please click HERE to fill out our online intake form and a staff member will be in touch with you shortly.
About
WHO WE ARE
Youth Employment Services (Y.E.S. Manitoba Inc.) delivers employment services to youth. We receive our funding from the Province of Manitoba as well as many other donors and funders. We average over 12,000 visits to our Resource Area each year.
Our focus is to assist youth with finding and maintaining employment by utilizing a multilevel approach. We assess clients’ marketability, guide them to suitable employment opportunities, offer employability and life skills workshops and provide resource training and educational programs.
In addition, we partner with many community agencies to offer presentations and workshops.
WHAT DO WE DO?
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We provide free employment services to young Manitobans.
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We provide a safe and supportive environment where youth can learn new skills, develop confidence in themselves and feel supported during their transition to employment.
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We offer monthly volunteering opportunities for youth to become engaged members of their community while gaining work experience and professional references.
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We develop relevant and responsive programming to meet the needs of Manitoba’s youth, community organizations, and industry partners.
OUR VISION
To empower Manitoba’s Youth to secure meaningful employment and contribute to our province’s growth and prosperity.
OUR MISSION
Youth Employment Services provides inclusive employment services for youth between 16 and 29. Our purpose is to prepare youth in realizing their potential to become self-sufficient.
OUR VALUES
• We collaborate with individuals, organizations, and government to address needs while encouraging self- sufficiency.
• Our services provide a supportive environment where participants can develop confidence in themselves and gain skills for success.
• By respecting all economic, social, cultural and spiritual backgrounds, we offer a safe environment where youth can learn new skills and feel supported.
• We develop relevant and responsive programming to meet the needs of Manitoba’s youth, community organizations, and industry partners.
