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Supports to build a resilient workforce

Programs and services to support workers and employers impacted by a shifting global trade environment.

Supporting Albertans

If you are a worker or employer in Alberta and have been impacted by a shifting global trade environment, these programs and services can help you adapt and position yourself for long-term success.

Workers

Get help to:

  • upgrade skills through short-term training, educational or apprenticeship pathways
  • find rapid support if you have been laid off
  • find a new job or connect with employers
  • explore self-employment or entrepreneurship
Employment and Training Services Directory

Free programs and services in your area to support your job search, build skills, get training and find employment.

WorkFirst Alberta

Supports for job seekers to gain work experience and skills.

More resources for workers

Employers

Get help to:

  • train and upskill staff to maintain competitiveness
  • plan for workforce changes and minimize layoffs
  • retain or rehire staff with incentives and supports
  • adapt operations through productivity improvements and digital adoption
Canada-Alberta Workforce Resilience Initiative

Financial support to help employers and eligible organizations plan workforce transitions and deliver training in sectors operating in a shifting global trade environment.

Workforce Adjustment Service

Assistance to manage workforce impacts and connect employees to supports.

More resources for employers

  • Training

    Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) – Funding to help employers invest in training that focuses on enhancing productivity skills for their workforce.
     

  • Hiring

    Alberta Youth Employment Incentive – Supports employers to hire, train and help young employees develop job ready skills. The incentive is administered and delivered by CAREERS: The Next Generation Foundation. 

    Job Bank – Fill a position by advertising your job for free and reach the right candidate through automatic matching to qualified job seekers through Job Match. Find tools and resources to help you recruit, hire, train and retain employees.

  • Other supports

    Small business advice: Thriving in an economic downturn – Information on how a recession can affect small businesses and advice on how to adjust.

Acknowledgment

Funded in part by the Government of Canada through the Canada–Alberta Workforce Tariff Response Agreement.

For more information about Alberta's plan to support workers and businesses impacted by tariffs, see The Alberta Summary for the Canada-Alberta Workforce Tariff Response.

Wordmark indicating that funding for this program is provided in part by the Government of Canada through the Canada–Alberta Workforce Tariff Response.

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