05/20/2026
just the first half of May, Working Gear has already supported 221 people preparing to enter or re-enter the workforce. During the same period in April, we supported 62 clients. That means demand has increased by more than 250% in just one month.
At the same time, unemployment in B.C. remains a serious pressure. In April 2026, B.C.’s unemployment rate was 6.8%, with more than 210,000 people unemployed across the province.
Behind those numbers are people trying to take their next step. Some have interviews. Some have training opportunities. Some have job offers but still need the boots, clothing, or safety gear required to start.
That is why monthly support is so important. Employment opportunities do not arrive once a year. They come every week, often with only a few days’ notice. Monthly donors help make sure Working Gear can respond when someone is ready to work.
By joining The Crew, you become part of a community that provides that steady support. Your monthly gift helps keep our shelves stocked, our doors open, and our team ready to say yes when someone comes to us with an opportunity in front of them. It is a simple, meaningful way to stand beside people as they take their next step toward work, stability, and a better future.
https://workinggear.ca/give-monthly/
