PAAS-Action
This program allows workers to develop their interaction skills on a personal, educational, social and professional level.
PAAS-Action
This program allows workers to develop their interaction skills on a personal, educational, social and professional level.
Some people, whether or not they are immigrants, experience difficulties which prevent them from undertaking an active employment search process.
Social Assistance and Support Program – Action (in French: PAAS-Action)
The Social Assistance and Support Program – Action enables the CACI to accompany individuals who are removed from the job market and who receive welfare by supporting their socio-professional progress in order for them to take part in an active employment measure.
We give the participants an opportunity to develop specific skills and to put those skills into practice by accomplishing different tasks and by attending training. They also receive psychosocial support which provides them with a certain emotional stability.
Presentation and Objectives
The program lasts 20 hours per week and includes the possibility of a progressive entry. Participation in the program can take place over several years.
It is essential for participants to socialize with people experiencing similar socio-professional integration issues and to receive support from this engagement.
Program duration: up to professional integration
Program Sequence
This potential development program is designed to adequately meet the needs and reality of adults who wish to improve their autonomy, their life skills and know-how and, in this way, better adapt to life in society.
Suggested Activities:
- French conversation courses,
- English conversation courses,
- Computer courses,
- Crafts workshops (drawing, painting, sewing, handiwork, knitting, dance, etc.),
- Employment preparation workshops,
- Information sessions on subjects related to social integration,
- Cultural outings (cinema, museum, neighbourhood walk, sugar shack, botanical garden, etc.),
- Volunteering.
Different topics are covered during the activities such as:
- interpersonal relationships,
- conflict resolution,
- organizing one’s personal life,
- budget planning,
- life habits.
Admissibility Criteria
To be admissible to the Social Assistance and Support Program – Action, one must have had recourse to a financial assistance program such as the Social Assistance Program or Social Solidarity Program in the course of the month preceding one’s application.
Reimbursable Costs
Participants may be eligible for a financial assistance of $ 130 per month in addition to the financial support received as part of the Social Assistance Program or Social Solidarity Program and for the reimbursement of their transport or daycare costs (if applicable).
Make the leap with the Social Assistance and Support Program – Action
Justine Madzo at 514 856-3511 #234
