Unemployed and underemployed individuals can learn, grow and thrive in our employment programs as we work to address some of the barriers to entering the labour market across central and northern Alberta. Our employment experts can support you in person or remotely in search of a job that's right for you.
Our Programs
Career Mentorship Program
This program offers internationally trained immigrants and refugees the opportunity to connect with mentors who will help them develop networking strategies, improve their understanding of Canadian work culture, and better prepare for work in the Wood Buffalo region.
Mentors and mentees work together to set goals and decide on activities for the duration of the mentoring relationship. We ask for a commitment of approximately 15 hours for mentoring to be completed within a 3- to 6-month period. Mentors and mentees can meet in the format of their choosing, either face-to-face or virtually.
Questions?
If you wish to participate in the program, contact our team at
(780) 791-1115 Ext 2 or (587) 723-1726 | elink@northernalberta.ymca.ca
Launchpad for Women Entrepreneurs
Launchpad for Women Entrepreneurs is a dynamic program designed exclusively for women entrepreneurs of diverse backgrounds and industries. With options to join both in-person and virtual sessions, the program provides early-stage women founders with
invaluable resources and a vibrant community to launch and grow successful ventures.
Kickstart your business success today! There's no cost to join.
Bridge to Work: Explore a Career in Child Care
Bridge to Work: A free career program for internationally trained teachers seeking employment in child care. This 16-week program begins with two weeks of workplace preparation training, which includes First Aid and CPR Level C certification. After completing the training, participants gain hands-on work experience through a 16-week placement in a licensed child care setting.
Our Services Include:
- Intake and eligibility assessment
- Training and resources to explore a career in child care
- Employment support during and after the program
Who is Eligible for the Bridge to Work Program?
- Permanent Residents of Canada
- Convention Refugees
- Individuals whose Permanent Resident application has been approved in principle
- Foreign domestic workers admitted under the Live-In Caregiver program
- Individuals with a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) of 6 or higher
- Internationally trained individuals with experience teaching or working in a child care setting
Fill out our YMCA Bridge to Work Self-Referral form to get started!
Complete the Self-Referral Form
Immigrants & Newcomers
We can help you connect with a wide range of services you and your family need as newcomers to Canada, such as health care, education and language help. The YMCA is an entrance to many resources that will help you settle in your new community.