Celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2008, the Voices, Opportunities & Choices Employment Club (VOCEC) has employed over 320 consumers of mental health services since its inception. This not-for-profit corporation is run by a community volunteer Board of Directors responsible to oversee numerous affirmative businesses in the Kingston area. Providence Care's Mental Health Services provides staff support and space for some of the businesses.
VOCEC businesses promote self-esteem, independence, personal growth, and skill development. While the experience and personal growth of the VOCEC’s business associates is the biggest reward, these businesses are self sufficient, combining a gross income of over half a million dollars annually.
VOCEC businesses are award-winning businesses
Business of the Year Award from the Kingston Chamber of Commerce, 2001.
Program Award from the Schizophrenia Society of Ontario, 2001.
ACE award (Achievement, Commitment & Excellence) from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, 2001.
Community Action Award from the Ministry of Citizenship, 1997.
Businesses include Book Ends Café, Westwoods Canteen, Treasure Café, the Card Factory, Contract Factory, Hands on Carwash and the Little Green Thumb gardening group.
How to apply
- Submit a resume and covering letter, indicating the business of your interest, to VOCEC at 525 Montreal Street, Kingston, ON K7K 3H9; or
- Come on site of any business and complete a Business Employment Application.
Contact Us
VOCEC, 525 Montreal Street, Kingston, ON K7K 3H9
Tel: (613) 531-4912; Fax: 531-4119.
Doug Rigsby, President, Board of Directors, Tel: (613) 542-0097
Majka LaGarde, Manager, Community Rehabilitation Services
Tel: (613) 540-6165 ext. 4101; FAX: (613) 540-6169.
Visit VOCEC's website.
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