Have you been offered a job but can't afford to get started?

WorkBC has a program for new hires called the Job Start Program. A job start is a financial support provided to an individual who has received an offer of employment and does not have the resources to cover the cost of supplies needed to begin work. Examples of job start supports: * Essential work clothing * Personal grooming and hygiene supports * Food Safe and Responsible Service BC Certificates * Essential work supplies, tools and equipment * Gas cards or bus tickets Here is What You Need To Get Started Please obtain a letter from the employer on company letterhead that states: * Date employment begins * Position hired for * Number of hours per week * Hourly rate of pay * Date of first pay Once you have obtained the offer of employment letter please make an appointment with a WorkBC case manager. If you are unable to provide the letter, we can accept an email from the employer or if that's not possible, a contact number and name so that we can call them. 250-748-9880 info-duncan@workbc.ca