Residents in Port Alberni, British Columbia, can learn about training described as fully funded at a free information session on January 22, 2026. The Synergy Foundation is organizing the event to help local workers find new roles in sustainable industries.
The meeting will be held at the Best Western Plus Barclay Hotel, 4277 Stamp Avenue. Running from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM (doors open at 4:15 PM), the session will highlight three training streams: Maritime Industry and Environmental Restoration and Remediation; Green Building (specializations in Deconstruction & Material Recovery, and Manufacturing & IT); and Regenerative Tourism.
The event page describes the programs as fully funded, and notes support from the Government of Canada’s Canada Retraining and Opportunities Initiative. Interested residents should confirm eligibility and the exact funding arrangements with local partners — some provincial training programs have eligibility requirements and individuals may need to work with an employment counsellor to access funding.
People who are unemployed or underemployed are encouraged to attend or reach out to INEO Employment Services to begin intake and registration. Background materials also list WorkBC Port Alberni as a local partner; WorkBC counsellors can help determine whether an individual qualifies for funded training and what supports may be available.
The goal of the project is to prepare the local workforce for a circular economy — a system where businesses focus on reducing waste and reusing materials to create new jobs. By offering credentialed training in these growing fields, the program aims to provide long-term career paths for residents within their own community.
