The challenges youth face surrounding employment occur alongside a shortage of skilled people to fill employment vacancies. The challenge finding the skilled worker is not uncommon. Within the Columbia Basin Boundary region there is a disconnect between those that are underemployed and/or unskilled and those jobs that exist or are emerging. While there is an identified need in the Columbia Basin Boundary region for well paying, skilled jobs, these jobs are coming and in order for the region to take advantage of up and coming economic opportunities these labour needs must be addressed. The question then becomes one of how to facilitate youth to be able to fill these positions. As a result, actions and opportunities related to training and education are critical in rural areas. For the purposes of this knowledge brief youth related training and education are any initiatives that enhance the skills base, employability, and quality of life of youth.