Due to high demand, applications for the next intake have been temporarily halted. 

From Employment To Empowerment –
Connecting Youth To Meaningful Employment.

Starting your first job can be stressful, especially if you are a youth and have barriers to employment.
It takes commitment, and it takes work, but you’re not alone!

The Learn 2 Earn program offered at EmployAbilities will help you through your training to be employed.

If you are between the ages of 15 and 30 years old, live in Edmonton or the Edmonton area, and have barriers to employment, this program could be for you!

We assist youth with barriers to employment, including disabilities, medical and mental health conditions who are ready, willing and able to take the necessary steps to find and retain employment through training & certifications.

Ready, willing, and able to do whatever is necessary to find employment? We’d love to help you!

Please note – if you are on Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) you are not eligible for this program. Also, a good understanding of English (speaking and written) is required. If you’re a recent immigrant with limited English speaking skills, please reach out to The Newcomer Centre.

Eligible Participants Will Receive:

Living Allowance

Living Allowance

$15/hour x 6 hrs/day
for
10 weeks

Completion Bonus

$250 after 10 weeks
of
training

Completion Bonus

$250 after 12 weeks of
work experience/employment

The Formula Is Simple!

Commitment + Dedication + Willing Attitude = Success!

The 22-week skills development program will guide you to gain your own employment.

Step One – Learn

10 Weeks of paid employment skills training

  • Basic Computer Skills Training

  • Customer Service Training

  • Employer and employee expectations

  • Food Safe Level II

  • Health & Self-care

  • Introduction to Indigenous Cultural Practise

  • Interview Skills
  • Inventory Control

  • Janitorial Skills Training

  • Networking and employer meetings

  • Positive Workplace Mental Health

  • Resume crafting and delivery

  • Standard First Aid & CPR, WHMIS
  • Team Building for Success

  • Warehouse Essentials

Step Two – Work

12 Weeks Of Work Experience/Employment

If you are ready to commit to 22 weeks towards a bright future apply now

Testimonials From Our Participants:

“I enjoyed learning new skills and making new friends at EmployAbilities. The staff are kind and helpful. I like how the staff treats me like family. I liked the hands-on activities, the workshops and going to worksites to learn about the different types of jobs. I got to earn training certificates and earn money.”

7/11 in St Albert

“Thank you, EmployAbilities especially the program Learn 2 Earn, it  helped me to understand the Canadian Culture and workplace, thank you staff for making me feel at home”

Graham Construction & Engineering Inc