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The Light
Program
Giving momentum back, to reignite possibilities
About.
Launched in 2022, the Light Program offers a free 20-week course at the heart of the Second Chance Workshop, in a supportive and safe environment. Participants work actively in the workshop, learning to handle furniture and materials with care, and developing essential interpersonal skills: communication, collaboration, time management, and self-confidence. Like recycling, each piece of furniture, like each participant, is given a second chance to reinvent itself.
A special thought and recognition
Bertrand (Bert) Johnson was a key builder from the very beginning of the creation of Atelier seconde chance/Enviro Plus. A person of great generosity, he gave countless hours when it came to helping the most vulnerable in our communities.
His zeal and determination contributed to the launch of the "Light Program." His dedication, compassion, and indispensable commitment will forever be part of an unparalleled legacy.
A thousand thanks, Bert, for your tireless dedication to the organization you helped build!
The program is for.*
People receiving government financial assistance
Persons on probation (excluding incarceration)
Individuals without experience or professional background
Homeless people motivated to reintegrate
People living in care homes who want to become active again
*Note that to be eligible for the program: every person must be referred by a case manager from the Ministry of Social Development in office.
A unique journey.
The program in brief
The program offers practical, on-the-job training, including learning the principles of furniture recycling and cleaning techniques. It also includes the development of essential workplace skills (soft skills), training on employer expectations, and hands-on experience as a mover, delivery person, and store employee, with participation in maintenance tasks and much more.
Practical arrangements
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Duration: 20 weeks (35 hours/week)
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Price: Free of charge
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Location: Second Chance Workshop, Moncton (NB)
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An added bonus: Continental breakfast provided for everyone at the workshop, hot lunch provided, post-training support
MAIN OBJECTIVES
"I found a rhythm, a pride, and I even landed my first stable job."
Mike Tasamamba, a former participant in the program and current employee of the Second Chance Workshop