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Program Listings Service Provider: S.U.C.C.E.S.S. BUSINESS & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 1-31726 South Fraser Way ABBOTSFORD, BC Canada V2T 1T9 Map / Directions Program #1110: FRASER VALLEY SELF EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM - ABBOTSFORD Persons interested in accessing this program must have a referral from a case manager. Please use the links below to find a case management centre near you. Regular case management: http://www.lmer.ca/provincial.asp?Government=Provincial&Region=*&Category=Case Management Specialized Case Management (Immigrants, Youth, Disabilities, Francophone, other): http://www.lmer.ca/provincial.asp?Government=Provincial&Region=*&Category=Specialized%20Case%20Management Type of Program or Service: Are you a person who has a great idea for a business? Are you a hard worker, committed and looking for job security? Self Employment may be the answer. What We Offer The Fraser Valley Self Employment Program (FVSEP) helps you make a well thought out, lasting transition from unemployment to business ownership. With 18 years of experience in helping over 500 new entrepreneurs, we guide you to success by offering one on one business planning assistance, coaching, practical training, financial assistance and the support of our talented and resourceful team. Who May Apply? * Residents of the Fraser Valley who are currently on EI * Who have been on EI in the past 3 years * Who have been on maternity or parental leave benefits within the last 5 years Who Is Eligible? * Aboriginals * Persons with disabling conditions * New Canadians * Those experiencing challenges to gaining appropriate employment. The Training Program Funded through Service Canada, FVSEP offers business skills training and mentoring for up to 52 weeks. We guide you to reach your goals more quickly and help you avoid many pitfalls that are common to new businesses. As well, we offer one-on-one assistance, workshops, and specialty counseling. Along with our passionate staff who have all been successful entrepreneurs; our goal is to make you and your business a SUCCESS! Please contact our office and speak with the contact listed above and sign up for our biweekly Orientation sessions - we can start you on your way to Self Employment! Thank you Contact: LISA KINAKIN, PROGRAM ASSISTANT 604-864-5770x313 Voice 604-864-5769 Fax lisa.kinakin@success.bc.ca Please contact the service provider for current program information. Begins / Duration: This listing was last updated on May 11, 2009.