Self-Employment Services
Is Self-Employment for You?
Do you want to manage your own career? Self-employment is an option for many people who want more independence or who are not finding the job they want in the employment market.
Self-employment can take many forms, both full- and part-time. For example, you could:
- run a business on your own, with a partner or with employees
- own and manage a franchise
- work on contracts for different clients
- hire yourself out as a consultant in your area of expertise
To succeed in self-employment, you need both skills and an entrepreneurial aptitude.
Self-Employment Services are designed to assist aspiring entrepreneurs with the information, skill development, resources, and coaching support they need to develop a business concept, prepare a business plan and launch the first year of business, while receiving EI or Living Assistance.
The Self-Employment program is available to participants by a referral process from WorkBC Employment Services Centres. A Case Manager at Work BC Employment Services Centres evaluates participant eligibility based on criteria and administers financial benefits.
For more information, please contact your local Work BC office.
