Our Mission

Our Vision

We envision an economically and socially vibrant community in which all individuals can realize their full potential.

Ends Statement

Connected People, Decent Work, Inclusive Communities.

Our Values

RESPECT - We demonstrate fairness, consistency and compassion in our interactions with others.

ACCESSIBILITY - We are committed to providing services that are accessible to all.

DIVERSITY - We value the diversity of individual and cultural differences that enrich our community.

POTENTIAL - We encourage and nurture the positive potential which all people possess.

CHANGE - We serve to encourage the positive change of which all people are capable.

RESPONSIVENESS - We are flexible, responsive, and continually adapting to changes, emerging needs and opportunities.

FREEDOM OF CHOICE - Our clients are free to enter into or withdraw from service at any time.

TRUST - We are reliable, dependable and accountable for our actions.

ACCOUNTABILITY - We demonstrate our accountability to our clients, community, funding sources and each other, by measuring results and being fiscally responsible.

EXCELLENCE - We are committed to professional growth, service excellence and the highest level of customer satisfaction.

LEADERSHIP - We foster wise leadership at all levels and we use our expertise to influence positive social and economic change.

INNOVATION - We strive for continuous self development, improvement and innovation in our work. We seek new, innovative, and creative opportunities to be a leading-edge organization.

About KINGSTON EMPLOYMENT AND YOUTH SERVICES INC

KEYS is the largest provider of comprehensive employment services in Kingston and its surrounding region. While our initial goal was to help those seeking employment, KEYS is now the largest provider of services to Newcomers in the region. 

Founded in 1983, KEYS is a registered charity. We help change lives. With very few exceptions, our programs have no cost. KEYS helps job seekers of all ages and abilities, looking for a job or exploring career options; entrepreneurs with services designed to make it easier to pursue their business goals; employers by supporting their staffing, training, and retention needs; or newcomers to Canada requiring English training and settlement help.

We are committed to supporting members of our community through compassionate action and mutual respect. 

In order to achieve our vision statement and goals it is vital to network and partner with others. We our proud of our strategic alliances with those in our community (local and global) who help us meet the needs of all we serve. 

We also offer a variety of opportunities for local businesses and professionals to help other members of our community through volunteering. For those not able to give their time, we graciously accept financial donations to help us continue the work we do.