Programs & Events

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It's time to start looking for a fall seasonal job!

The Source is an electronics and cell phone retail business with nine locations in the Calgary area. They are getting ready to hire for the busy fall season. Register for this session to learn about the best skills and qualities needed to work for The Source. Find out how to apply for a job and what the interview is like.

Kathleen Albiento Kirby with Talent Acquisition at The Source will be available to answer all your questions. The Source hires candidates aged 17+.

When: Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Ages: 17+
Where: Virtual, register to attend or register to watch the recording

Don't wait, spots are limited.

Bell Canada is looking to hire staff for the busy fall retail season and beyond.

Register for this session to learn about working at Bell Canada. Find out about the application process and what it is like to work at Bell.

Brooklyn Hettel, Talent Acquisition Coordinator for Bell Canada will join us to answer your questions. Bell Canada hires candidates aged 17+.

When: Thursday, July 28, 2022
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Ages: 17+
Where: Virtual, register to attend or register to watch the recording

Don't wait, spots are limited.

Starbucks is hiring part-time Baristas.

The Youth Employment Centre is hosting a Hiring Event for multiple locations at the end of July.

Interested?

Opportunity youth ages 16-24. Must have 24 hours of availability each week (weekday, daytime hours required) and be passionate about providing exceptional customer service.

To learn more drop-in the Youth Employment Centre to speak to an employment expert.

Location: Alberta Trade Centre, 2nd floor, 315 10 Avenue SE

Drop-In Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Don't wait, pre-screen required, interview spots are limited.

Screamfest is hiring Season Event Staff for October.

The Youth Employment Centre is hosting a Hiring Event mid-September (connect before September 9).

Interested?

Youth ages 15-24, must be available evenings and weekends (until midnight) for the duration of the event and willing to be enthusiatic to provide a spooky and entertaining visitor experience.

To learn more drop-in the Youth Employment Centre to speak to an employment expert or visit: www.youthemploymentcentre.ca.

Location: Alberta Trade Centre, 315 10 Ave S.E.

Drop-In Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Don't wait, pre-screen required, interview spots are limited.

High School Resume Consultations

Opportunity For All Youth is a national coalition which originated with the MaRS Solutions Lab in Toronto to address youth unemployment. The initiative was launched locally with The City of Calgary Youth Employment Centre (YEC) in September 2018. To date, CERT Logistics, Cintas, Fairmont Palliser, HMS Host, Hyatt Regency, Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire, Starbucks, TELUS, The Source and Walmart have joined the coalition in Calgary.

Over five years, the aim of the coalition is to provide opportunities for 40,000 NEET (not in employment, education or training) youth who face barriers to entering the workforce across Canada. This goal will be achieved through partnerships between employers, employment agencies, governments and foundations. It focuses on the hiring, retention and career progression of youth who are job-ready but have challenges to obtaining employment.

In partnership with the coalition employers, YEC hosts Opportunity For All Youth hiring events year-round.

Youth ages 16-24 are encouraged to drop in to YEC (2nd floor, 315 10th Ave SE) for more information on upcoming events.

Watch the 2018 Opportunity For All Youth launch video.

This Way ONward

Calling all movie lovers! The YEC is proud to once again, partner with Landmark Cinemas to offer an Employment Program with a guarantee to interview with Landmark Cinemas hiring managers upon successful completion of the program.

What this Program Offers:

• Training to develop your knowledge and skills
• Topics include resume review, interview skills, job search strategies, professional success, financial literacy and mock interview practice
• Support from Youth Employment Counsellors to help you reach your employment goals
• A program certificate of completion to add to your resume
• An interview with Landmark Cinemas guaranteed after successful program completion
• Opportunity to gain employment with Landmark Cinemas

Recruitment for this program has ended. If you're interested in working with Landmark Cinemas please drop-in to the YEC to speak to an Employment Counsellor at the YEC to learn about other current programs, opportunities and to access free employment services.

View YEC's location and hours.

This Way ONward

This Way ONward is a job skills training and paid work program to help youth ages 16 - 24 land their first job with Old Navy.

The YEC launched the program in Calgary in 2018.

What previous participants have to say about their This Way ONward experience:

“I think it was a great program. I got more out of it than I initially thought. I found the program very engaging and helpful.” - 2021 Participant

“I really think this program helped me build confidence around the interviewing process, that is one of the hardest things to do when getting a job. I also think it prepared us well for what we should expect when coming into the work force. I don’t think I would have got a job if it weren’t for me joining this program.” - 2021 Participant"

Thank you for your interest in This Way ONward. Recruitment for the 2022 year is now closed.

Please connect with an Employment Counsellor at the YEC to learn about other current programs, opportunities and to access free employment services.

View YEC's location and hours

Please come back to this page for updates on upcoming events.​