The programs and services of the Lunenburg/Queens Action Council for People with Disabilities are available to any unemployed or under employed person with a disability who resides in Lunenburg or Queens County, and who is legally entitled to work in Canada.

We provide financial assistance to individuals with disabilities through the following programs:

• Wage Subsidy
• Skill Enhancement
• Entrepreneur Income Supplement

Individuals who are currently on EI, or have been in the past 3 years, are funded through HRSDC'S Human Resource Investment Fund (HRIF). All other individuals are funded through the Opportunities Fund.

Funding is distributed to individuals through an application process.

We also provide employment assistance services. These services include:

• Job Readiness Workshops
• Job Referrals
• Career Exploration
• Assistance with resumes, cover letters, job search and interviews