Bridge2FutureBC is a 3‑year provincial initiative (April 2026 – March 2029) designed to address persistent gaps in youth employment for individuals 16-30 years old receiving income assistance across British Columbia. Many youth in this population face systemic barriers to employment, including limited work experience, lack of access to training opportunities, and reduced exposure to supportive employment networks. At the same time, employers across the province continue to experience labour shortages, particularly in entry‑level and transitional positions. This program is designed to bridge the gap by connecting youth to meaningful, paid work and training opportunities that support long‑term labour market attachment in the food systems sector.

Bridge2FutureBC takes an equity‑informed and evidence‑driven approach, centring youth with lived experience and engaging employers, service providers, and community organisations in co‑developing solutions. The program aims not only...