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Training and employment services directory

Programs and services to help individuals find and keep jobs, get training and adapt to a changing labour market.

Overview

The Training and Employment Services Directory lists training programs and employment services available through Alberta's government and the Government of Canada that provide unemployed or underemployed Albertans support to find a new career or connect to a job. Programs are delivered in person or online through government funded agencies in communities across the province.

The directory is organized alphabetically by community and provides additional search criteria based on program preference. If you are unable to find your community, you can use the keyword search to find a program near you.

This directory is updated monthly, but information can change without notice and may not include all available programs or services.

How to register

Contact the agencies listed below to:

  • confirm program availability including options to deliver in person or online
  • confirm eligibility and register for a program
  • answer your questions

More programs and services

You can also find more free programs and services that help unemployed Albertans, including those with barriers to employment, find and keep jobs by using the employment services directory search.

Search for service providers

Use the search criteria or scroll down to see the full list.

65 results

Airdrie

Service providerProgram

    • Career Leap program provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with skill assessment and transferrability of skills, employment preparation and job search support, job placement, job matching, access to short term training funds and required workplace supports such as tools, clothing (if needed) and work exposure/experience to help pivot your existing skills and qualification into a new career.

    • CareerConstruct program provides unemployed or under employed Albertans with industry specific construction training, hands-on experience and connections to employers to help you transition to a sustainable job. Participants will receive industry certification prior to job placement included but not limited to Common Safety Orientation (CSO), Forklift Operator Training, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), and Confined Space Entry (CSE) among others.
    • Program is delivered in person, with some options for on line delivery for residents from rural communities. Please contact for details.

  • Address:
    #412, 121 Main St. W.
    Airdrie, Alberta  T4B 0P8

  • Phone number: 1-403-948-9711
  • Email: [email protected]

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Learn on the job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: up to 12-26 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person, On line

    • Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Hybrid program: provides unemployed or underemployed Albertans with employment preparation support, work experience, job placement assistance, access to short term training funds based on your career goal as well as on-the-job training and work experience placement with an employer, while receiving a wage.
    • Services are available for individuals who reside in Airdrie, Strathmore, Cochrane, Crossfield, Chestermere, Springbank, Carseland, Beiseker and Balzac.

Brooks

Service providerProgram

  • Address:
    1C, 333-2nd St West
    Brooks, Alberta  T1A 1G4

  • Phone number: 1-587-816-2900
  • Email: [email protected]

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Learn on the job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: up to 12-26 weeks

  • Program delivery: On line, In person

    • YMCA Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Hybrid: For unemployed or under-employed Albertans residing in Brooks and surrounding areas, this program provides one-on-one or group workshops for employment support services including job search and resume assistance, skill assessment and transferrability into a new career,funds for tools and resources required for the workplace and short term training funds (if eligible), work experience and job placement supports. Some participants may also be eligible for training-on-the-job with a participating employer while receiving a wage, helping to learn new skills for a new job.
    • Brooks and surrounding areas include: County of Newell, Bassano, Tilley, Duchess, Scandia, Rosemary, Gem, Vauxhall and Rainier.

Calgary

Service providerProgram

  • Address:
    710, 255 5th Ave SW
    Calgary, Alberta  T2R 0G5

  • Phone number: 1-855-295-7180
  • Website: https://balladgroup.ca/courses/agriedge/

  • Client type: Immigrant

  • Occupation or sector specific: Agriculture, Business

  • Service type: Train for a new career

  • Duration: 14 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person

    • AgriEdge Careers is an 11 week, plus 3 weeks of work experience program, where unemployed and underemployed skilled immigrants learn skills for the agriculture business sector in partnership with Olds College. Participants receive certificates in Financial Management from Olds College, certification for solutions focused selling, understanding leadership style, SAGE 50 certification from SAGE University and MS Office Suite certification. Participants will be matched with industry partners for work experience and job leads.

    • The Information and Technology immigrant bridging program is tailored for unemployed and underemployed Alberta foreign-trained IT professionals. Participants receive 7 weeks of technical training at SAIT including: IT business analysis, project management, data concepts, python programming, and digital solutioning. In addition CCIS will provide 9 weeks of soft skills/employability skills at thier office location. Participants will receive a 10 week internship at local IT firms and job leads and support for full time employment.

  • Address:
    Suite 400, 7015 Macleod Trail SW
    Calgary, Alberta  T2H 2K6

  • Phone number: 1-403-519-1687
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: https://www.cbihealth.ca/career-pivot

  • Client type: Mature Worker (age 45+)

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Learn on the job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: up to 12-26 weeks

  • Program delivery: On line, In person

    • Career Pivot: Thrive at 45+ offers tailored job search support to unemployed and underemployed Albertans, connecting you to a new job through one-on-one employment supports. Program includes: job matching, assessment of your skills and transferrability into a new occupation or sector, or through on-the-job training and work experience with an employer while receiving a wage. Services may also include: work experience, access to short term training funds (if eligible), access to funds for required workplace resources such as tools, clothing etc.

  • Address:
    Unit #300, 400 5th Ave SW
    Calgary, Alberta  T2P 0L6

  • Phone number: 1-403-538-2686

  • Client type: Skilled Professionals

  • Occupation or sector specific: Geologist, Geo-science professional, Technology, Finance, Human Resources, Engineer

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career, Learn on the job

  • Duration: up to 12-26 weeks

  • Program delivery: On line

    • Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Services provides unemployed and underemployed skill professionals with job search, job placement, work experience and other employment supports to assist in returning to the workforce or making a career transition. Other services include: work experience or on-the-job training with an employer while receiving a wage, access to short term training funds to assist with skilling up into a new career or updating existing skills.
    • Target population includes skilled professionals such as: Engineers, Geologists, Geo-science professionals, Technology, Finance and Human Resources.

  • Phone number: 1-403-538-2686

  • Client type: Immigrant

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career, Learn on the job

  • Duration: up to 12-26 weeks

  • Program delivery: On line

    • Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Services provides unemployed and underemployed professional Immigrant Albertans with job search, job placement/job matching, work experience and other employment supports to assist in returning to the workforce or making a career transition. Other services include: work experience or on-the-job training with an employer while receiving a wage, access to short term training funds to assist with skilling up into a new career or updating existing skills.

    • Training for work is a Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Program. This program provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with job search, job placement/job matching, work experience and other employment supports to assist in returning to the workforce or making a career transition. Other services include: work experience or on-the-job training with an employer while receiving a wage, access to short term training funds to assist with skilling up into a new career or updating existing skills.

    • Winning Edge: Workplace Training is a partnership with employers who provide unemployed and underemployed Albertans with on-the-job training and work experience while paid a wage. This may include off-site training as identified by the employer as part of the participant's training plan.

    • Rapid Employment Services program provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with assessment of skills and transferrability into a new career, employment support, job placement, job matching, access to short term training funds (if needed) and work experience to help pivot your existing skills and qualification into a new career. Clients may also be eligible for funds for workplace supports to cover incidental costs such as work gear, certifications and more.

    • Constructing Success - Transition to Employment Services: Provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with short course training, work experience and industry recognized certification to work in the construction industry. Participants will receive job search support, employer leads and support to secure employment in the construction industry.

    • Self Employment program provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with the skills and expertise to become self employed. Participants will develop a business plan and receive 10 weeks of classroom instruction and business coaching to support business plan implementation and launch their business. Working alongside like-minded entrepreneurs in a supportive learning environment, this program includes 20 weeks of training and support.

Camrose

Service providerProgram

    • Workplace Training provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with employer-delivered work-site training program that enables on the job training for those having difficulty getting a job due to lack of skills or experience. The program will connect those looking for work directly to an employer who will provide onsite training. The participant will receive a wage while in the program. Participating employers are reimbursed for the cost of wages during training/Work experience.
    • Services are available in person in the communities of Leduc, Camrose and Wetaskiwin.

Cochrane

Service providerProgram

  • Address:
    #2, 312 5th Ave West
    Cochrane, Alberta  T4C 0G7

  • Phone number: 1-403-709-0010
  • Email: [email protected]

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career, Learn on the job

  • Duration: up to 12-26 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person, On line

    • Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Hybrid program: provides unemployed or underemployed Albertans with employment preparation support, work experience, job placement assistance, access to short term training funds based on your career goal as well as on-the-job training or work experience with an employer while receiving a wage.
    • Services are available for individuals who reside in Airdrie, Strathmore, Cochrane, Crossfield, Chestermere, Springbank, Carseland, Beiseker and Balzac.

Cold Lake

Service providerProgram

    • Career Evolution North - Transition to Employment Services serves the communities of Cold Lake and Bonnyville. Unemployed or underemployed Albertans receive resume and job search assistance, employability skills, skill assessment and understanding your transferrable skills into new careers, provides access to short term training funds (if eligible), work experience and job placement support.

Drumheller

Service providerProgram

    • Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Hybrid program: is for unemployed and underemployed Albertans residing in central Alberta, including Drumheller, Stettler, or Three Hills.
    • Transition to Employment Services: Offers individually tailored skill assessment and transferrability of skills into new occupations/sectors, job search support and job placement, work exposure, access to short term training funds (if eligible) including required certifications such as First Aid, H2S Alive and more. Funds for employment related items necessary for the job such as clothing and tools may be eligible.
    • Workplace Training: Participants are connected with employers and get paid a wage while learning on-the-job or may be eligible for a paid work experience. This program aims to help participants learn new skills for a new job with a participating employer. This training is customized to fit your career goal, helping to secure lasting employment.

Edmonton

Service providerProgram

    • Professional Insurance Careers is a 16 week training program for unemployed and underemployed Albertans that includes workplace essential skills, occupation specific skills, skills training, work experience and job placement. Training will support participants to obtain the certifications of Professional Insurance General Licensing Qualification (LLQP), leading to employment in the professional insurance and finance sectors.

    • The JobCO program is for unemployed and underemployed Albertans that offers an employer-delivered work site training program. Participants learn new skills on-the-job with an employer while paid a wage and can also support off-site training based on the career goa. Participants can also acces AI career based tools such as resume creators, interview practice and coaching.

    • The JobPLUS program is for unemployed and underemployed Albertans and offers personalized and professional services on a flexible basis through a combination of group workshops and one to one assistance. Supports include: resume support, access to AI career based tools, skills assessment, job search assistance and employment placement.

    • CareerLaunch provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with an employer delivered, work experience or on the job work site delivered training program that enables participants to acquire the skills needed to maintain employment. The participant will receive a wage while in the program. Participating employers will be reimbursed for wage costs during training.

    • Career Link Transition to Employment Services provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with services to obtain and maintain employment. Services will be offered on a flexible basis through a combination of group sessions, one to one assistance, and employer events. Services include employment preparation support, individualized coaching and connections to employers.

    • Early Childhood Educator Program - Level 2 Certification: This program provides unemployed or underemployed Albertans with 26 weeks of training, encompassing essential and occupational skills for the workplace and a 10 week practicum placement, to equip you with a career in childcare. After completing the program, participants will qualify for their Level 2 certification in Early Childhood Education in Alberta.

    • SkillBuild: Training and employment support for the construction industry provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with 15 weeks of training including 2 weeks of work experience. Program elements include: employment preparation, essential skills, technical skills training in carpentry, electrical, pipefitting, millwright and scaffolding, safety certifications, computer basics as well as job search and maintenance support. It is designed to lead to various job opportunities in the residential and/or commercial construction industry.

  • Address:
    1100, 10109 106 St NW
    Edmonton, Alberta  T5J 1Z7

  • Phone number: 1-780-448-1380
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: https://www.mcgcareers.com/resedmonton/

  • Client type: General Population

  • Occupation or sector specific: Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation, Logistics, Support Role

  • Service type: Get help finding a job

  • Duration: 16 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person

    • Short course training to employment program provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with access to recognized and in demand short course training for occupations in the construction, manufacturing, transportation, logistics and support roles. Participants will also receive resume help, employability skills, transferable skills, career management, interview and job search skills and work experience that will enable participants to obtain full time employment as quickly as possible.

    • The self employment program provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans training in developing business skills, writing a business plan and assisting you to launh your business idea. Program includes: 8 weeks of classroom training followed by 18 weeks of mentoring and support while implementing your business plan. Online training in real time is available for participants residing anywhere north of the Edmonton area.

  • Address:
    10604 172 Street
    Edmonton, Alberta  T5S 1H8

  • Phone number: 1-780-994-0909
  • Website: https://acti.org/

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Participate in self employment training

  • Duration: 26 weeks

  • Program delivery: On line, In person

    • Self Employment program is designed to help unemployed and underemployed Albertans with writing a business plan, developing their business skills and launch their small business idea. This program consists of 10 weeks of classroom training followed by 16 weeks of mentoring and ongoing support for implementation of business plan. On line (in real time) training is available for partilcipants residing anywhere north of the Edmonton region.

  • Address:
    10231-108 St. NW
    Edmonton, Alberta  T5M 1C1

  • Phone number: 1-780-644-5910

  • Client type: Indigenous

  • Occupation or sector specific: Construction, Business

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career

  • Program delivery: In person

    • This program assists unemployed and underemployed Indigenous Alberta job seekers to enter or further their career path in various careers in construction and business sectors in the construction industry.

  • Address:
    #314, 109 St and Princess Elizabeth Ave. Kingsway Mall
    Edmonton, Alberta  T5G 3A6

  • Phone number: 1-877-483-2562
  • Website: https://www.prospectnow.ca/pyes/

  • Client type: Youth (ages 18-24)

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: 16 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person

    • Youth Employment Services provides unemployed and underemployed Alberta youth with employment preparation support, resume assistance, access to funds for short term training courses, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options.

Fort McMurray

Service providerProgram

    • Career Leap program provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with skill assessment of your current qualifications, employment preparation support, job placement, job matching, access to short term training funds (if needed) and work exposure to help pivot your existing skills and qualification into a new career. Services offered by appointment only at this time.

    • Career Reach - Transition to Employment Services provides short course training in class 2 or 3 driver training, haul truck operator, National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) and computer skills workshops. The program also includes: employment preparation support, workshops, individualized coaching, and job placement. Services offered by appointment only at this time.

Grande Prairie

Service providerProgram

  • Address:
    105, 9840 97 Ave
    Grande Prairie, Alberta  T8V 7K2

  • Phone number: 1-780-539-5477
  • Website: https://www.gpworkplace.ca/

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: 8-16 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person

    • Transition to Employment Services program offers unemployed and under employed Albertans with job search assistance, as well as career transition supports including accessing funding for short term training based on career goal to facilitate re-attachment to the labour market.

Hanna

Service providerProgram

    • Rural Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training hybrid program: Provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with one-on-one employment support services including job search assistance, skill assessment and transferrability into a new career access to short term training funds or workplace needs including tools, supplies etc. (if eligible), and job placement supports.
    • Workplace training provides paid work experience, training-on-the-job with a participating employer while receiving a wage, helping you to learn new skills for a new job.
    • Services are available online, telephone meeting and pre-arranged meetings.

Hinton

Service providerProgram

    • Workplace Training program provides job matching with an employer in Edson, Hinton, Grande Cache or Jasper to deliver work experience or on-the-job work site training with a participating employer to learn new skills for a new job while receiving a wage. This program is for Albertans who are unemployed or underemployed.

  • Address:
    110 E Brewster Drive
    Hinton, Alberta  T7V 1B4

  • Phone number: 1-780-852-4418

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: 8-16 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person

    • Transition to Employment Services provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with career transition and job search assistance. Services are offered at the Grande Cache Community Learning and Employment Resource centre.

  • Address:
    106 - 211 Pembina Ave.
    Hinton, Alberta  T7V 2B3

  • Phone number: 1-877-564-3545
  • Website: https://www.koparadmin.ca/tes

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Get help finding a job

  • Duration: 8-16 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person

    • Transition to Employment Program - if you are unemployed or underemployed and need assistance with your job search, resume, interview skills and job leads, this program may be for you. Services are delivered in person and also offer support one-on-one or in group workshops including a job find club.

Jasper

Service providerProgram

    • Transition to Employment - provides unemployed and under-employed Albertans with job search assistance, including employment preparation support, job placement, job matching, work exposure options.

Leduc

Service providerProgram

    • Workplace Training provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with employer-delivered work-site training program that enables on the job training for those having difficulty getting a job due to lack of skills or experience. The program will connect those looking for work directly to an employer who will provide onsite training. The participant will receive a wage while in the program.
    • Services are available in person in the communities of Leduc, Camrose and Wetaskiwin.

Lethbridge

Service providerProgram

    • Connections: Careers in Supply Chain is a 17 week training program to prepare unemployed and underemployed Albertans for a career in supply chain industry offering computer training, job search support and industry micro-credential in logistics and transportation from the Canadian Institute of Traffic and Transportion (CITT). Work experience and job placement supports are also provided throughout the program.
    • This program is available for the following communities: Lethbridge, Coaldale, Coalhurst, Picture Butte, Crowsnest Pass, Pincher Creek, Taber, Fort Macleod, Medicine Hat and Brooks. Please contact our office to discuss on line training access.

    • Careers in Construction program is designed for unemployed and underemployed Albertans interested in a career in residential, commercial or industrial work settings. This program provides jobs search support, career coaching, funding for short term construction skills training courses and certification as well as required employment needs such as safety gear, work experience and job placement support.

  • Address:
    Unit#300, 704 4th Ave S
    Lethbridge, Alberta  T1J 0N8

  • Phone number: 1-403-382-3770
  • Email: [email protected]

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career, Learn on the job

  • Duration: up to 12-26 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person, On line

    • Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Hybrid program: provides unemployed or underemployed Albertans with employment preparation support, work experience, job placement assistance, access to short term training funds based on your career goal as well as on-the-job training or work experience with an employer while receiving a wage.
    • Services are customized to the individual and may include workshops or one-on-one coaching.
    • Services are available for individuals who reside in Lethbridge, Coaldale, Taber, Raymond, Magrath, Crowsnest Pass, Pincher Creek, Fort Macleod.

    • Construction Fundamentals Program will provide unemployed and underemployed Albertans with up to 12 weeks of job search assistance for those interested in a career in the construction industry. Participants will be assessed to determine their career path in the sector and provided with a customized training plan which could include: equipment operation, safety training, construction math, construction basics, driver training and more. Participants will be connected with employers who are interested in hiring or consideration for work experience opportunites.
    • This program also serves the communities of Fort Macleod, Cardston, Taber, Pincher Creek and Crowsnest Pass with itinerant office locations available. Call to confirm.

Lloydminster

Service providerProgram

    • Transition to Employment Services program offers unemployed and under employed Albertans with job search assistance, job leads and career transition supports including accessing funding for short term training (if eligible), work exposure and connections to employers. Services are available for Lloydminster, Vermillion, Wainwight and Vegreville.

    • Workplace Training provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with an opportunity to learn new skills through a paid work experience or training-on-the job opportunity while receiving a wage with a participating employer.
    • Services are available in person in the communities of Lloydminster, Vermillion, lWainwright and Vegreville.

    • Keeping Alberta Moving program provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with Professional class 3 drivers training. Participants will receive specialized training and acquire the necessary licenses and certifications to meet safety standards and regulations and acquire the specific skills needed to meet the demands of the local job market.

Medicine Hat

Service providerProgram

  • Address:
    Suite ML 02, 640 3rd St. SE
    Medicine Hat, Alberta  T1A 0H5

  • Phone number: 1-877-714-0471
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: https://encore.ethoscmg.com/

  • Client type: Mature Worker (age 45+)

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: up to 16 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person, On line

    • Employment Encore Southern Alberta provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with individualized career coaching, skill assessment/transferrability into new career, job search assistance, work experience and access to short term training funds (if eligible) to address skill gaps and boost employability. Participants will receive job placement support to connect to a full time job and may be eligible for funds to purchase tools/attire required for the worplace. Participants can attend the program virtually or in person.
    • This program serves the communities of Medicine Hat, Bow Island, Dunmore, Redcliff, Seven Persons and Cypress County.

    • Framework for Success is a Transition to Employment Service for unemployed and underemployed Albertans interested in a career in the construction industry. This program provides skill assessment, employment coaching and support, job search assistance, industry certifications and other short term training needs as well as work experience and job placement with interested employers.
    • This program provides in person, virtual or hybrid learning options.
    • Participants from the following areas are welcome to apply: Medicine Hat, Dunmore, Redcliff, Irvine, Elkwater, Schuler, Suffield, Walsh, Seven Persons and Cypress County.

  • Address:
    525 2nd St. SE
    Medicine Hat, Alberta  T1A 0C5

  • Phone number: 1-403-529-4733
  • Email: [email protected]

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Learn on the job

  • Duration: up to 12-26 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person, On line

    • YMCA Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Hybrid: For unemployed or under-employed Albertans residing in Medicine Hat, Dunmore, Elkwater, Hilda, Irvine, Schuler, Redcliff, Bow Island, Seven Persons, and Cypress County. This program provides one-on-one or group workshops for employment support services including job search and resume assistance, skill assessment and transferrability into a new career, access to short term training funds (if eligible), and job placement supports. Some participants may also be eligible for training-on-the-job with a participating employer while receiving a wage, helping to learn new skills for a new job.

Olds

Service providerProgram

  • Address:
    Unit 209, 5020 50th Street
    Olds, Alberta  T4H 1S1

  • Phone number: 1-403-341-7811
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Website: https://www.rdcan.ca/ruraljobsearch

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career, Learn on the job

  • Duration: up to 12-26 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person, On line

    • Rural Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training hybrid program: Provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with one-on-one employment support services including job search assistance, skill assessment and transferrability into a new career access to short term training funds or workplace needs including tools, supplies etc. (if eligible), and job placement supports.
    • Workplace training provides paid work experience, training-on-the-job with a participating employer while receiving a wage, helping you to learn new skills for a new job.
    • Services are available online, telephone meeting and pre-arranged meetings.

Red Deer

Service providerProgram

    • Fasttrack to Finance Program: This program is for unemployed and underemployed Albertans interested in a career as a financial planner, bank teller, financial or investment advisor, insurance agent, insurance broker, sales representative and more. Participants must have a credit score of 650 or higher, good english and math skills, and can provide a clean criminal reference check along with other eligibility criteria. This program provides 12 weeks of training resulting in an industry recognized credential/license along with connecting participants to job leads and work exposure.

    • Rural Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training program for unemployed and underemployed Albertans residing in Drayton Valley, Rimbey, Ponoka, Blackfalds, Rocky Mountain House, Hanna, Trochu or Olds: Provides up to 12 weeks of one-on-one employment support services including job search assistance, skill assessment and transferrability into a new career,work experience, funding for workplace supports including tools, clothing req'd for the job (if eligible), access to short term training funds (if eligible), and job placement supports.
    • Workplace training provides training-on-the-job with a participating employer while receiving a wage, helping you to learn new skills for a new job. Those residing in Red Deer and surrounding areas may qualify for Workplace Training
    • Note: some workshops are delivered on-line.

  • Phone number: 1-403-341-7811
  • Website: https://www.rdcan.ca/sage

  • Client type: Mature Worker (age 45+)

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: 16 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person

    • Successfully Adults Gainfully Emloyment Program (SAGE): designed for unemployed and underemployed Albertans aged 45+ in Red Deer and area. This program offers one on one job search support, resume development, interview preparation, access to short course funds (if eligible), employment leads and job placement support. Join our mature Monday workshop series focused on age proofing your applications and transitioning your career.

    • Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program features business training boot camps, one-to-one business coaching, group coaching, mentoring and business-themed workshops. Participants are walked through the business concept stage to developing a comprehensive business plan and then on to launch and ongoing operations. This is delivered in an on line environment over 26 weeks.
    • This program targets unemployed and underemployed Albertans living in Red Deer, Olds, Three Hills, Stettler, Camrose, Didsbury, Carstairs, Rocky Mountain House, Lloydminster, Drumheller, Lethbridge, Taber, Bow Island, Cochrane, Medicine Hat, Brooks, Redcliff, Dunmore, Airdrie, Crossfield, Balzac, Drayton Valley, Rimbey, Ponoka, Blackfalds, Hanna, Trochu, Oyen, Okotoks, High River, Claresholm, Pincher Creek, Crowsnest Pass, Blairmore, Canmore

    • PoweringUP - skills in construction is a 15 week program targeted to unemployed and underemployed Albertans, offering industry-leading skills training at Red Deer Polytechnic, providing exposure to: carpentry, electrical, welding, plumbing and pipefitting. Explore clean (green) energy in the construction sector and become familiar with HVAC systems and industrial workplace customer service while earning safety certification. Participants will be connected to employers and provided work experience opportunities leading to full time employment.

    • AccounTech: Provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with training in bookkeeping fundamentals, financial organization and analysis, quickbooks and best practices for cybersecurity. Additional micro-credential options include: office 365 mastery and customer service. Work experience and job search support to lead to full time employment are also offered.

    • Supply Chain training available for unemployed or underemployed Albertans delivered on-site at Red Deer Polytechnic. Receive training in inventory management, procurement, business operations and logistics. Participants will also receive information on new technologies including AI and Robotics along with safety tickets and forklift training. This program provides work experience allowing for work integrated learning as well as job placement support.

    • Career Leap program provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with skill assessment and transferrability of skills, employment preparation and job search support, job placement, job matching, access to short term training funds and required workplace supports such as tools, clothing (if needed) and work exposure/experience to help pivot your existing skills and qualification into a new career.

  • Address:
    204, 4807 50 Avenue
    Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 4A5

  • Phone number: 1-403-896-6857
  • Website: http://www.mcgcareers.com/

  • Client type: General Population

  • Occupation or sector specific: Construction

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: 12 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person, On line

    • Constructing Success: Short-Course Training to Construction Careers Program: This program provides up to 12 weeks skills training to unemployed and marginally employed Albertans using individualized employment assistance including transferrable skill assessment and job search support, work experience, access to workplace resources req'd for the job (includng: tools, clothing etc. - if eligible), along with access to short-course training for industry-recognized certifications in the construction industry. Both in-person and online services are available based on circumstances.

Stettler

Service providerProgram

    • Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Hybrid program: is for unemployed adults living in central Alberta, including Drumheller, Stettler, or Three Hills.
    • Transition to Employment Services: Offers personalized support to help gain training needed for today’s job market. Services are individually tailored, ensuring you find and keep a job as soon as possible. When you connect to an employment opportunity, we can assist you in acquiring required certifications such as First Aid, H2S Alive and more, and provide support to acquire employment related items deemed necessary to starting work such as clothing and tools (if eligible).
    • Workplace Training: Connects you directly with employers for funded On-the-Job Training or Paid Work Experience to learn the unique skills required for a new job, and gain experience that local employers are looking for. This training is customized to fit your goals and helps you secure lasting employment. We carefully select employers who can provide the best training and are committed to providing you long-term employment after the program is completed.

Strathmore

Service providerProgram

  • Address:
    #119, 320 2nd St.
    Strathmore, Alberta  T1P 0B3

  • Phone number: 1-403-983-9910

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Learn on the job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: up to 12-26 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person, On line

    • Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Hybrid program: provides unemployed or underemployed Albertans with employment preparation support, work experience, job placement assistance, access to short term training funds based on your career goal as well as on-the-job training or work experience with an employer while receiving a wage.
    • Services are available for individuals who reside in Airdrie, Strathmore, Cochrane, Crossfield, Chestermere, Springbank, Carseland, Beiseker and Balzac.

Wetaskiwin

Service providerProgram

    • Next Launch Transition to Employment Services serves Wetaskiwin, Leduc and Camrose areas. Unemployed and underemployed Albertans receive individualized assessment, employment and job search supports, job matching, job placement and retention services, as well as access to short term training funds (if eligible) to assist in getting a job.

  • Address:
    5014 48th Ave
    Wetaskiwin, Alberta  T9A 0M9

  • Phone number: 1-866-341-7810
  • Website: https://www.wtcan.ca/skillshift

  • Client type: General Population

  • Occupation or sector specific: Administration, Food and Beverage, Human Services, Oilfield, Transportation

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: 16 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person

    • SkillShift Program offers unemployed and under-employed Albertans with access to short course training in industries including: administration, food beverage, human services, oil and gas, and transportation. The program provides tailored approach in equipping partilcipants with the skills, training and knowledge to connect to a job.

    • Workplace Training provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with employer-delivered work-site training program that enables on the job training for those having difficulty getting a job due to lack of skills or experience. The program will connect those looking for work directly to an employer who will provide onsite training. The participant will receive a wage while in the program.
    • Services are available in person in the communities of Leduc, Camrose and Wetaskiwin.

Whitecourt

Service providerProgram

  • Address:
    Unit 2, 5036 50 Ave
    Whitecourt, Alberta  T7S 1N7

  • Phone number: 1-780-779-1580

  • Client type: General Population

  • Service type: Get help finding a job, Train for a new career

  • Duration: 16 weeks

  • Program delivery: In person

    • Transition to Employment Services program: provides unemployed and underemployed Albertans with employment preparation support, job placement, job matching, access to employer connections and work exposure options and if eligible, access to funding for short course training.
    • Services are available in person, via telephone contact in Whitecourt, Athabasca, Westlock, Barrhead and areas.

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