Single Parent Employment Support Program
SESP is now available to single parents throughout the province
thanks to our virtual online program.
Single Parent Employment Support Program
SESP is a program specifically designed to assist single parents across the province who need help getting started on their return to the workforce. SESP has successfully enabled over 1900 single parents to obtain employment!
Participants take part in a 9-week virtual program to develop the skills required when re-entering the workforce. Upon completion of the program participants will receive a certificate as well as ongoing one-on-one support with an employment services officer.
Enroll Today!
Next class starting: September 28th, 2026
Register online at spanlportal.ca
SESP 9 Week Virtual Program
Who is Eligible?
Single parents seeking employment/looking to get into the workforce
THIS PROGRAM AIMS TO:
- Empower single parents with tools and skills necessary to find and maintain employment.
- Build confidence and boost self-esteem.
- Develop effective communication skills.
- Provide ongoing career counselling.
- Develop professional resumes and cover letters.
- Prepare for job interviews.
- Teach you how to manage time and finances.
- Acquire techniques for nutrition on a budget.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
- Info sessions on many subjects & services.
- Priority access to other SPANL programs upon completion.
- Update your wardrobe at Margaret’s Closet.
- On going 1-on-1 support.
- Participants will continue to receive their Income Support during the program with no interruption of benefits.
- Transportation assistance.
- Child care support (as needed).
- Bi-weekly stipends which includes a training allowance.
- Work related financial support.
