Skills Link Program (SKILLS.LINK)

FNESC and the First Nations Schools Association (FNSA) are pleased to manage Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) 2026-2027 Skills Link Program (SKILLS.LINK) in the BC region.

The program’s goals and objectives are;

  • To promote the benefits of education as key to labour market participation

  • To support the development and enhancement of essential employability skills among First Nation youth, such as communication skills, problem solving and working with others

  • To introduce youth to a variety of career options

See full details in the annual program guidelines.

Eligibility

  • All First Nations communities and First Nation schools.

Contact

Please contact programs@fnesc.ca for program questions and support.

Program Resources

Proposals Due: July 31, 2026