PRIME Careers

PRIME Careers · A FFPF initiative

Careers in the Age of AI.

Get hired in as little as 1 month.

Free AI training plus 12 months of full-time career support — for refugees and forcibly displaced people in Canada. Most graduates land a job within 3 months. Funded by the Government of Canada.

AI is for every sector. We train for 10.

Not coding. Not tech-only. Built for HR, accounting, marketing, healthcare, legal, operations, sales, project management, education, supply chain.

Tap a code to see roles + salary ranges, or explore all 10 sectors ↓

*Outcomes vary. Subject to eligibility and program completion. 80%+ placement within 3 months across past cohorts. Salary range placed: $40K–$200K+.

Takes 2 minutes. We respond within 1 business day. Free, always.

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A diverse group of program participants engaged in collaborative AI training.

Latest cohort

13 jobs secured

Q1 2026

$0 cost

Where AI upskilling takes you

AI isn't just for developers. It's for every professional.

We train people for full-time careers in 10 sectors — none of them software development, none of them require a coding background. If you've worked in any of these before (or want to), PRIME is for you.

Explore all 10 sectors in detail

What you'll actually learn

Five AI skills you'll use in any sector.

Not theory. Not Python. The everyday AI moves that make professionals competitive — used differently in every field, but built on these five fundamentals.

  • WRITING

    AI writing

    Drafting, editing, summarising — emails, reports, proposals.

  • PROMPT

    Prompt engineering

    Asking AI the right way to get useful, accurate output.

  • DATA

    Data & analysis

    Spreadsheets, dashboards, narrative reporting with AI.

  • RESEARCH

    AI-assisted research

    Sourcing, synthesising, fact-checking with AI.

  • AUTO

    Automation

    Stitching tools together so repetitive work runs itself.

Funded by

  • Government of Canada
  • Province of British Columbia
  • DIGITAL Supercluster

$0 to you. About $5,400 covered by funding.

The team

The people who'll work with you.

This isn't a faceless platform. When you apply, you talk to real people. Here's who.

  • Sally

    Connects you with employers and runs placement.

  • Hafsa

    Runs the AI training cohort.

  • Aleem

    Outreach and partner relationships.

  • Tasneem

    Helps you build your career plan.

  • Yaman

    Outreach and intake support.

  • Fatima

    Stories, social, and the newsletter.

  • Tariq

    Co-founder. Shapes the program and connects PRIME with funders.

  • Yusuf

    Co-founder. Will probably be the first person to email you back.

How PRIME works

Most programs train you, then send you out. We work with you to land a job — from day 1.

From the moment you enrol, two things happen at once: you start the AI training, and we start working with you to land a meaningful job.

Track 1

AI Training

Day 1 → Month 1

1 month

  • ChatGPT
  • Claude
  • Automation
  • AI in your sector

Track 2

We work with you on your job

Day 1 → Month 12 (concurrent throughout)

12 months

  • Resume + LinkedIn
  • Interview prep
  • Employer intros
  • Active job hunt
  • 12-month coaching
  • Alumni network

  • Day 1

    You start training, and we start working with you on your job hunt — both, the same week.

  • Month 1

    Your AI training wraps. The job-hunt work has been ongoing for weeks alongside it.

  • Months 2–12

    A career coach by your side. Monthly check-ins. Ongoing employer connections.

Track record

What we've already done.

PRIME builds on the track record of FFPF's predecessor program, Coding in Colour Academy. Across past cohorts:

Latest: 13 new jobs secured in Q1 2026.

  • 80%+

    placement within 3 months

  • 95%

    employer satisfaction

  • $40K–$200K+

    salary range placed

  • 10

    sectors covered

This opportunity is what gave me hope, because previously I couldn't even get a single interview.
— Past graduate, 2024
Past program cohort during a workshop session.

From a past cohort

A workshop session in progress.

Words from the people we've worked with.

  • My 8-year-old daughter comes home from school and sits beside me to watch the lectures. She knows all of the instructors now. You're not only teaching me — you're inspiring her.
    — Past graduate · mom of 8-year-old, 2024
  • For some women with children, we might not be ready to enter the workforce yet, but achieving the certificate and putting it on our wall is itself the goal. The confidence it brings — and the role model we can be for our kids — makes it worth it.
    — Past graduate · mother, 2024
  • Having a career coach was invaluable. The 1:1 sessions enhanced my resume and pointed me to resources I'd never have found on my own.
    — Past graduate, 2024
  • I was so proud of myself when I completed such an intensive course — because I joined with zero knowledge.
    — Past graduate, 2024
  • I completed a complex course at 95%, with good grades. I recognize that I have abilities — and above all, I improved my resilience.
    — Past graduate, 2024
  • Even when I felt like I was asking a dumb question, I was never judged. After this I know myself better — my limits and my capabilities. You're never too old or too busy to learn something new.
    — Past graduate · mom of 3, 2024
  • This is not just a course for me — it is so much more than that. It's been a way to learn, a community. I really appreciate the people.
    — Past graduate, 2024

Where graduates have landed

A few outcomes from past cohorts.

Each row is a real journey from a past graduate of our programs — paraphrased to protect privacy.

  • Promoted within a month.

    A program graduate leveraged their new skills to earn a full-time role at their company within a month of finishing — moving from trainee to full-time team member.

  • First freelance contract at 19.

    A 19-year-old newcomer to Canada secured her first paid contract shortly after graduating, putting her family's healthcare expertise to work in new ways.

  • From learner to teacher.

    A graduate who'd been working in marketing went on to land a teaching role at a Vancouver bootcamp — passing forward what they'd learned.

  • Back to work after 8 years.

    A mother who'd been out of the workforce for eight years rebuilt her skill set and her confidence — getting ready to step back in when her youngest started kindergarten.

For employers

Why employers hire from PRIME.

Pre-vetted, AI-fluent candidates. We handle screening, training, and post-hire coaching — and federal/provincial wage subsidies cover a chunk of salary for the first 3–6 months.

  • No recruitment cost. We do the screening, you interview.
  • Wage subsidies. BC: WorkBC, 12–26 weeks. Federal: CSJ, SWPP, LMDAs.
  • 12 months of post-hire coaching for both you and your new hire.
  • AI-fluent talent. Every grad leaves an "AI Manager" — the rest of your team is still figuring it out.
See how hiring works Or email us a role you're hiring for

Across past cohorts

95%

employer satisfaction

Roles we've placed (11 functions)

  • IT support
  • Data entry
  • Customer experience
  • Administration
  • Project coordination
  • Marketing
  • Accounting
  • Communications
  • Software development
  • Operations
  • HR

Salary range placed: $40K–$200K+.

Takes 2 minutes to check eligibility. Free, always.

Vocabulary

Graduates leave fluent as "AI Managers" — a fluency descriptor, not a job title we hand out. Whether you're going into HR, accounting, marketing, or operations, you'll know how to leverage ChatGPT, Claude, and automation to make your work faster and better.

Eligibility

Is PRIME right for you?

We work with people who are ready to start a career. The criteria are sharp on purpose — when you fit, we work hard for you.

  • 18 or older

    PRIME is open to adults 18 and older. We can't move forward at this time.

  • Currently living in Canada

    PRIME supports people living in Canada. We can't move forward at this time.

  • Open work permit or permanent status

    Closed/employer-tied permits don't qualify.

    PRIME requires an open work permit or permanent status. If your situation changes, please come back.

  • Ready to start work within 2–3 months

    PRIME works with people who are ready to start now. Come back when the timing is right for you.

  • Forcibly displaced

    Eligible: refugee · refugee claimant · GAR · PSR · CUAET · protected person · came-as-refugee-now-PR · open work permit (Gaza family pathway / special humanitarian / spouse open) · internationally displaced.

    PRIME is designed specifically for forcibly displaced people.

  • English at CLB 6+

    You can have most workplace conversations and write emails in English.

    PRIME places clients in English-language workplaces and requires CLB 6 or higher. We'd recommend building your English skills first — your settlement organization can help.

  • Not currently employed full-time

    PRIME is designed for people actively seeking work. If your situation changes, we'd love to hear from you at support@primecareers.ca.

  • Not a full-time student

    Unless graduating within 3 months.

    PRIME works with people who are available to start work within 2–3 months. Please come back closer to your graduation date.

  • Stable housing

    Stable housing is a requirement for PRIME. We want to make sure you're in a position to fully focus on your career. Please reach out to a settlement organization for housing support.

If you check most of these — please apply. Edge cases happen all the time and we'd rather hear about them than let you self-disqualify.

2-minute check. We respond within 1 business day.

Partners

Referred by 35+ orgs across Canada.

Settlement orgs, faith communities, employer partners, and community organizations who refer clients to PRIME and place graduates.

  • EMBERS
  • SACH
  • SOGE
  • South Vancouver Neighbourhood House
  • Muslim Food Bank Community Services
  • Islamic Family
  • Canadian Muslim Women's Institute
  • Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House
  • Strength to Heal
  • South Okanagan Immigrant & Community Services
  • Jewish Immigrant Aid Services
  • DIVERSEcity
  • BC Refugee Hub
  • Moving Forward Family Services
  • Nisa Foundation
  • S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
  • YWCA
  • Canadian Centre for Community Safety
  • Archway Community Services
  • Burnaby Family Life
  • Chilliwack Healthier Communities
  • Kids Play
  • Human Concern International
  • AMSSA
  • BC Muslim Association
  • Filipino BC
  • International Development and Relief Foundation
  • Latincouver
  • Moose Anger Management
  • Muslim Association of Canada
  • MOSAIC BC

International

  • Jamiyah Singapore

Logos appear with permission as consent is confirmed. Until then, we list partners by name.

Process

How it works.

Three steps to start. The rest of the year, we're with you.

  1. 1

    Apply

    4-question check, then a 10-minute application form. No fees.

  2. 2

    Discovery call

    We respond within 1 business day. We'll talk through your goals, your background, and whether PRIME is the right fit.

  3. 3

    Start

    Training begins, and we start working with you on the job hunt. Both. Day one.

Industry tailwind

AI-skilled workers earn up to 25% more on average.

Source: PwC AI Jobs Barometer. Industry context, not a PRIME promise.

Common questions.

  • Is this really free?

    Yes. PRIME is funded by the Government of Canada, the Province of British Columbia, and the DIGITAL Supercluster. The value of services is about $5,400 per participant, and it costs you $0 — always. No hidden fees, no payback agreements.

  • Do I need to know how to code?

    No. PRIME is no-code. We teach you to use AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, automation platforms) inside the work you already do — accounting, marketing, HR, project management, and more. If you're comfortable using a phone and a laptop, you can do this.

  • What if my English isn't perfect?

    PRIME requires CLB 6 or higher — meaning you can have most workplace conversations and write emails in English. Your English doesn't need to be perfect. If your English is below CLB 6, LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) is a great place to start, then come back to us.

  • Will my refugee status be shared with the government?

    No. Your application information stays inside our private system (Zoho CRM, hosted in Canada). We never share your status with IRCC or any government body. We only use the eligibility information to confirm you fit the program. Read our privacy policy for details.

  • What happens after I apply?

    Within 1 business day, someone from our team — likely Yusuf — will email you to schedule a discovery call. The call is 20–30 minutes. We'll confirm eligibility, talk about your goals, and answer any questions. If we're a fit, you'll be enrolled in the next intake.
Read the full FAQ →

No pressure path

Not ready to apply yet? That's okay.

Send us your email and we'll send you the program one-pager and a quick eligibility check. No calls, no pressure — just the info to help you decide.

Ready when you are

Apply now. We respond in 1 business day.

4 questions to check eligibility. 10 minutes for the full form. Free, always.

Have a question first? support@primecareers.ca — we read every message.