Skills & Employment Opportunities
January 16, 2018 | Prairies
Please visit the SEP Canada website for more details on the following jobs opportunities:
Website: www.sepcanada.comUsername: PrairiesPassword: guest
Child Care WorkerCommunications CoordinatorFamily Support WorkerFood Service Aides (Waitress/Waiter)High Profile Security GuardsHospitality Services ManagerHousekeeperLicensed Aircraft TechniciansLINC TeacherMedical Office AssistantsProduction Team MemberRecreation Therapy AideResident Care ManagerSecurity GuardSpecialist, Ops SAP ReceivingStudent Positions - CRA
For more job opportunities please visit the following websites:
Shalzah Visram Bhaloo, CPHRSkills & Employment Program - Prairies4669 Westwinds Drive NECalgary, AB T3J 0T9Phone: (403) 215 - 6200 Ext. 7104 E-mail: cfp.sep@iicanada.org
Alberta Wage Subsidy ProgramsFull Time Wage Subsidy Programs, Summer or Part-time Programs ,Wage Subsidy Programs for Persons with DisabilitiesFor details click here: http://www.governmentgrantscanada.ca/tag/alberta-wage-subsidy-programs/
Momentum - Job Boost
- Microloan program at Momentum
- See poster.
Career StepCareer Step offers one of the most employer-trusted programs in the industry, and we have connections with employers to help you find at-home jobs after graduation.
Just one of Career Step’s partners in Canada is looking to hire over 300 medical transcriptionists in the next few months!
Choose Career Step for:
- Access to employer-trusted, proven curriculum that has helped thousands of successful students.
- The flexibility to train to work at home in a year or less.
- Unlimited one-on-one support from our instructors and advisors and with access to a community of students and graduates, help is always close by.
- Learn more today about how Career Step can help you get started!
- Call 1-888-528-0809 or request free information to learn more about Career Step’s online Medical Transcription training.
The Business Link – Network and Learn EventsLive webinars
What: Learn about various small business topics from market research and financing to legal issues and selling to the Alberta governmentWhere: Every Friday - Online (can be accessed from anywhere!). For more information: Visit businesslink.ca
Small business eventsWhat: A number of events are hosted each month, including Exploring Entrepreneurship & Self-employment sessions, Business Model Canvas workshops, and BizConnection eventsWhen: Various dates throughout the month Where: Various locations around Calgary and Edmonton. For more information: Visit businesslink.ca
New Service
Career Connection at Bow Valley College is now offering IQAS waive-fee services.
See attached poster for more information..
The Elevate programElevate offers up to $13,500 to entrepreneurs with disabilities for eligible business start-ups.
The Elevate program provides financial and business supports through the 27 Alberta Community Futures offices for 6 months and then business monitoring for an additional 12 months.
Visit www.elevatebusiness.ca for more information
Columbia Learning Society - Free Saturday Workshops
Saturdays in JanuaryRegistration is only completed through Eventbrite. Please use the link: http://www.columbia.ab.ca/about-columbia/free-learning/Please click on the course you wish to register for and it will take you to the Eventbrite registration. You may register for more than 1 workshop per month but not on the same day.
Are your overseas credentials holding you back?
Get certified for success in your chosen profession. To help you get started in the Canadian workplace, it’ll be a smart move to get your overseas credentials validated in Canada.You may also need further certification to help land your first job or get that promotion you deserve. Choose from over 80 world-class certification programs from University of Toronto’s School of Continuing StudiesFor more information click here To register click here
Employer Information – Train the Employees You Need:
Canada-Alberta Job Grant
The Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG) is a funding program where employers and government share the cost of training new and existing employees to increase their knowledge and skills to meet the needs of Alberta’s changing economy.
For more information, visit: http://www.albertacanada.com/opportunity/employers/jobgrant.aspx
MIT
2400 free online courses at MIT
Click here for more information
Alison - Job Search Information
Demographics, cultural trends, and new technologies are rapidly changing the job market.Introduction to Job Search Skills is a free online course which is designed for anyone who is beginning or actively involved in a job search. For details click herePreparing Your Résumé and Cover Letter is a free online course which is designed for anyone who wants to undertake a job application campaign to successfully acquire a new job. For details click hereIntroduction to Time Management is a free online course that will guide you to effectively and efficiently manage your time. For details click here
Hiring
NOW HIRING PCP’S AND EMR’S FOR PROFESSIONAL INDUSTRIAL MEDIC POSITIONS
911 Industrial Response Ltd. - Grande Prairie, AB911 Industrial Response Ltd. is looking for qualified, professional individuals for industrial EMS positions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Provincial Medical License (Alberta or BC), Basic Industrial Safety Tickets, Class 5 Drivers license or equivalent, Positive work ethic, Willing to work as part of a team
HOW DO I APPLY?
- Please submit your resume to Jeff@911industrial.ca and Steven@911industrial.ca
- Check us out online at www.911industrial.ca. and look under the career section
- Call Jeff or Steven at 780-933-9111 to schedule a phone interview and hear about the 911 IRL Difference!
- We are happy to discuss future employment and answer any questions you may have.
All applicants will be contacted.
The Rec Room Deerfoot - CINEPLEX DEERFOOT
Now hiring for positions at our new Deerfoot City location. Apply now!careers.cineplex.com/
YYC Job Opportunities
Hiring for every department at YYC is handled by different groups.
Please click here for job opportunities
Gate Gourmet
Gate Gourmet at Calgary Airport has part-time positions
For more information click hereSouthland has immediate openings for part-time school bus drivers and full-time access drivers.
Please visit southland.ca/careers.
Jobs in Jasper
Jobs, jobs, jobs in Jasper!
COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS
Weekly Career Cafe Learning Sessions
Jan | Mondays, 9-10:30 AM | Calgary | Hosted by McBride Career and Employment Centre. Learn more at mcbridecareergroup.com
Monthly Career Webinars
Jan | Calgary, varies| Hosted by McBride Career and Employment Centre. Learn more at mcbridecareergroup.com.
Free and Clear Reflection
JAN 23 | Calgary| Hosted by YW Women’s Employment Resource Centre| Presented by Natalie Melanson, Free and Clear is a set of 6 reflection worksheets that help participants end a chapter and get geared up to move into your next big adventure.
Rolling Out the HR Strategic Plan
Jan 24 | Hosted by The Talent Pool
HR metrics and workforce analytics are critical to the health of any organization and help uncover areas to improve and capitalize on. Data collection has an increased role in managerial decision making. Join us for January 24th session to discover how HR metrics are rapidly evolving and how organizations can keep pace. To register, click here.
Visual Impact and Networking
JAN 25 | Calgary | Hosted by YW Women’s Employment Resource Centre
Presented by Julie Murrell, come explore the impact of creating an effective personal brand and its importance in the job search process. Learn about your personal image, identify the qualities that you want to communicate through your brand, and learn skills to increase your visual credibility in networking situations. Registration required, call 403-705-7543 or see online
INFORMATION SESSIONS FOR PROGRAMS
Opportunities Knock Open House Jan 24 | 10am-12pm (Registration at 9:30am) | Calgary | Hosted by ManpowerIncrease your job search and retention skills through one-on-one support. Please register at intake@opportunitiesknock.ca or call 403-303-4438. See attachment.
Careers in Archives, Libraries and Information Science Information sessionThursday, Jan. 25, 2018 | 4 p.m | EA3001Meet professionals with careers in libraries, information management and archival studies and learn about pursuing Masters Degrees in these areas. This session will be hosted by the Faculty of Arts.
TES Transition to Employment Services – Centre For Newcomers
OPEN | Calgary | Ongoing Intake. This program provides comprehensive and personalized services to unemployed EI recipients in the Calgary and area for re-entry into the workforce.Clients may receive specialized technical training, childcare support and workers’ compensation benefits (WCB) while attending the program.
Workshops from Alberta Government
Find workshop information at www.humanservices.alberta.ca/calgary-workshops.Career Planning – 3 days | Register Online
Work Search 2.0 – 2 days | Register Online
Resume Writing – 2 days | Register Online
Advanced Resume Writing – Half-day | Register Online
Interviewing Skills – 2 days | Register Online
Advanced LinkedIn Profile Writing – Half-day | Register Online
TRAININGCareer Directory: humanservices.alberta.ca/calgary-etcsdirectory
PROGRAMS STARTING SOON
Employment and Life Skills Program for Women
Jan│Calgary | Hosted by Making Changes
8 week program for immigrant women who want to improve their resume, career planning, and job search strategies. See attachment.
Line Cook Training for Women
Jan│ Calgary | Hosted by Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association
3 month program helps women learn how be a line cook, get certified, learn English, and make friends. Program includes classroom instruction and employment support. Accepting applications
4th Class Power Engineering Training – CCIS
MID-JAN | Program begins mid-January.
Career and employment workshop – Career Planning Strategies
This workshop offers resources and information to help you explore career options that are right for you.
When: Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 | Noon to 1 p.m. | Where: MRU Campus | EB1102. For more information and to register: See our Winter 2018 workshop schedule
CCIS - Information and Technology Bridging (ITB) Program
JAN | January 29, 2018. | This training program gives newcomers and EI recipients with IT backgrounds ,with the necessary training to secure sustainable employment in their field of expertise.
Construction Pre-Trades Program – McBrideJAN 29 | Multiple program start dates available. | Four-month government-funded program can help you succeed in the construction industry.Accepting applications, see attachment.
LINC Career Services
JAN 29, Feb 20, Mar 12 | Calgary, multiple | Hosted by Bow Valley College
Two week program helps job-seekers identify jobs that are a good fit, build job search skills, and gain confidence to reach career goals. Learn more online.
Bridge to Success for Professional Immigrant Women Program – Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association
FEB 5 │ Calgary | 16 weeks full time employment training with one-on-one career coaching and 10 weeks of work experience placement.
Accepting applications, see attachment.
International Pharmacy Bridging Program – Bredin Centre for LearningMAR 6 | Accepting applications until Mar 2Program for internationally-trained pharmacist who has successfully passed PEBC’s evaluating exam. See attachment.
Pre-Apprentice Plumbing-Pipefitting Training Program - Momentum
MAR 12 | This program is designed to facilitate entry into both the plumbing and pipefitting trades.
In this program, you will be able to gain foundational skills for both trades, with a primary focus on plumbing skills. Now accepting applicants, see attachment.
Vermilion Energy/YW Employment Resource Centre (ERC)
Provides free services for unemployed or underemployed 18+ women who are seeking career development and job search assistance.
- call 403-705-7543 to register.
Rapid Employment Services – McBride Career GroupOPEN | Provides individualized service to enable participants to re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible.Continuous intake, accepting applicants. See attachment
ReBrand Youth Employment Program - McBride Career GroupOPEN | For youth between the ages of 17-30 interested in developing employment skills in a 21 week workshop program.Registration required, see attachment.
Career Leap Employment Services – ManpowerOPEN | Program offers employment placements, job matching, and other work experiences.Continuous intake, see attachment.
Career Link Program – Bredin Centre for LearningOPEN | Program for unemployed and underemployed Albertans to develop their employment search skills.Accepting applications, see attachment.
Warehouse and Logistics Skills Training Orientation Session – LifemarkOPEN | Six-week program focused on technical training, employment preparation and offers free industry related certifications.Registration required, see attachment.
New program at Momentum – Journeys
Aimed at helping Apprentices complete their Journeyperson ticket. See poster.
Calgary Immigrant Educational Society (CIES) - Empowering Youth Through Employment (EYE)Receive minimum wage while attending school and gaining work experience! See poster.
Transition to Employment Services for Newcomer Professionals – CCIS
OPEN | Specialized six-week program for EI recipients to help newcomer engineers, technologists and technicians to re-enter the labour market.Accepting applications, see attachment.
WCG Services employment programs
- EmployMe – Careers in retail, sales or customer service.
- LevelUp – 12-week, full-time supervisor skills training program.
- See poster.
McBridge Group:
More information in detail: http://www.mcbridecareergroup.com/programs/show/calgary-parkside-place/1
Please contact the SEP Office: by phone 403-215-6200 Ext.7104, or by email cfp.sep@iicanada.org for additional registration support.
Connect to Connections
- Employers: Looking for young professionals that are a right fit for your company?
- Graduates: Looking for work in your field?
- Connect to Connections to the Workplace at Bow Valley College!
- See poster.
GenA
GenA is a new youth employment service for the next generation of Albertans, aged 18-30. Provided by Prospect Human Services, GenA will give you the one-to-one guidance, connections to employers and resources you need to jump start your careers, at no cost. At the same time, GenA works with employers on how to attract, recruit and retain youth into their workforce. To make a referral, email info@gena.works or call toll free 1-877-483-2562. See attached poster for more information.
Career Café
Are you currently looking for a job? Or considering a career change? Career Café is a weekly informal gathering organized and facilitated by McBride Career Group.
CIWA - Building Resiliency Project
Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association is offering employment support, including training, to help non-permanent resident immigrant women, primarily Citizens, with high school or less.
Improve your skills to work in Food Service, Hospitality or Retail. Please see attached poster and call today.
CIWA - Low Literacy Modular Employment Program
Want training for work? Calgary Immigrant Women's Association’s Low Literacy Modular Employment Program provides free training to immigrant women who are permanent residents with low literacy levels.
The program is very flexible and starts every Monday. Please see the attached poster for more information
Career and Employment Centre
New Career and Employment Centre from McBride, offering job search prep, webinars, computer tutorials and more!
See attached poster for more information.
Career Connection
Frustrated in your job search? Need a new career action plan? Career Connection is a no-charge career service for all Albertans, providing individualized job search and career planning assistance.
Please see poster for more information.
Opportunities Knock Job Search Program
OPEN | Program offers workshops and one-on-one support for resumes, interview techniques, networking, and job search.Registration required, see attachment
Growth 4 U
Growth 4 U is looking for clients with mental illness to join their supported employment program
- Offered by McBride.
- Continuous intakes and employment and personal development related workshops are offered followed with paid work experience placements.
- See poster.