Discover Sooke

A Dialogue for Small Businesses….

WCG: Hey DISCOVER SOOKE, have you heard about the new Training for Innovations Fund designated to assist BC Small Businesses access training funds for their staff?

DS: No, WCG, please tell me more.

WCG: The Ministry of Advanced Education and Labour Market Development has established a new initiative, the Workplace Training for Innovation Pilot Program (WTIP). The program is designed to provide funding to eligible employers with less than 50 staff for the employee training of their choice, delivered by the training provider of their choice. Through WTIP, employers decide on the training and the training provider best suited to assist them to improve productivity, enhance competitiveness, and/or introduce new technology, equipment, or work processes. There are hundreds of training options available across the province for employers to choose from, including colleges or private training institutions. The Ministry of Advanced Education and Labour Market Development has not pre-approved nor endorsed any courses, programs, or training providers with respect to WTIP.

For more information, please visit the WTIP website www.aved.gov.bc.ca/workplace_training_program or contact the Program Administrator (Chemistry Consulting Group Inc.) toll-free at 1.877.365.5757.

DS: So what does this mean for the members of the Sooke, WCG?

WCG: That’s the exciting part DS. WCG is poised to deliver a myriad of programs to meet the needs of Greater Victoria Small Businesses interested in taking advantage of this tremendous opportunity. WCG delivers customized training on a range of topics including:  Adapting to Change for Improved Business Results, Increased Productivity, Conflict Resolution, Human Resources, Leadership and Team Dynamics, Coaching for Improved Performance, Effective Marketing Using Web 2.0, PEAK Retail, Customer Experience, Career Development for Non-Career Development Professionals and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.

DS: Is there a time limit on how long people can wait to apply.

WCG: There is DS. Businesses are encouraged to apply immediately, but training can take place any time within the next 6 months.

DS: What do you suggest as next steps for interested businesses?

WCG: Very simple, they can email training@wcginternational.com and we’ll set up a time to sit together and discuss their individual needs and how we can be of assistance.

DS: Simple is right.

WCG: Simple and so beneficial for businesses. What’s the hardest thing to budget money for if not staff training? This is a win win for everyone because we all know that engaged employees are productive employees and productive employees are like little cash generating machines

DS: Thanks for the info WCG, how can we help you spread the word?

WCG: This has helped tremendously DS, and I hope anyone who has the chance to read it will share it with others who may be able to benefit from it as well.

Filed under: Latest News on June 10th, 2010