Employment resource hub
The Ukrainian Employment Resource Hub is designed to help Ukrainian newcomers in Alberta to increase their employment outcomes. Here, you’ll find a comprehensive collection of resources, tools, and templates designed to help you navigate the job market and build a successful career. Whether you’re seeking employment guides, resume templates, or interview tips, we’ve got you covered. Explore our site to discover valuable information and connect with the resources you need to thrive in your new community. Welcome to your new journey in Alberta!
PRE-EMPLOYMENT
Prepare for your new career with confidence! Our Pre-Employment Resources section is dedicated to equipping Ukrainian newcomers with the essential tools and knowledge needed before you start your job search.
Here, you will find information directly updated from the Government of Alberta and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
For TFWs displaced by the Jasper wildfires, IRCC has a crisis webform available to flag applications for urgent processing.
EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS
The Employment Rights section is designed to help Ukrainian newcomers understand their legal protections and entitlements in Alberta’s job market. Here, you’ll find clear, accessible information on key topics such as workplace safety, anti-discrimination laws, and your rights as an employee. We aim to ensure you’re informed and confident as you navigate your new work environment, so you can advocate for yourself and build a positive and respectful career experience in Alberta.
Employment standards set out the rights and obligations of employers and employees in Alberta. This includes the minimum standards that employers must provide to employees. You will find Alberta’s basic employment standards, what to do if you think they are not being followed, and educational materials to help you better understand them. Permits and variances are available to employers if you need an exception to a standard.
Employers, employees, and trade unions and associations have rights and responsibilities to make sure a workplace is free from discrimination.
JOB BOARDS
PREPARATION OF EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS
Navigating the paperwork for your new job can be a crucial step in your employment journey. Our Preparing Employment Documents section offers essential guidance on handling key documents such as work visas, permits, and identification required for employment in Alberta. We provide step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure that your documentation is complete, accurate, and submitted on time. Whether you're securing your work visa or organizing other important paperwork, our resources will help streamline the process, so you can focus on starting your new role with confidence.
Internationally Educated Healthcare Professionals
The N4 IEHP Resource Hub is a comprehensive platform that provides resources, tools, reports, and an up-to-date list of supports for Internationally Educated Healthcare Professionals (IEHPs), organizations supporting them (stakeholders) and employers. It promotes collaboration, knowledge sharing and integration of IEHPs into Canada’s healthcare system.
Pro Bono Initiative: Crisis in Ukraine – Canadian Bar Association
Provides free legal consultations and advice for those seeking to take advantage of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada’s facilitative initiatives and programs to bring eligible Ukrainian nationals to Canada.
Interview Preparation
As a newcomer, finding a job in Canada can open a whole new realm of possibilities. Whether you’re looking for a Canadian job offer to qualify for a work permit or getting ready to move to Canada as a new permanent resident, you’ll likely have many questions about entering the Canadian job market and finding employment.
From work permits to Canadian-style resumes, this article addresses some of the most frequently asked questions about working in Canada as a new permanent resident (PR) or work permit holder.
For many newcomers, finding employment quickly after moving to Canada is a high-priority action item. Whether you’re contemplating a career switch or looking to get back in your field of work, the first step is usually the same – to have a resume and a cover letter that you can share with potential employers or networking contacts.
In this article, RBC’s Arrive will explore the Canadian-style resume in detail, highlight some key differences between a resume and a curriculum vitae (CV), and help you identify which resume format might be best suited to your career goal. We will also go over some useful tips to craft an ATS-friendly resume to ensure you stand out from the competition and get noticed by employers, hiring managers, and recruiters.
As a newcomer in Canada, you may likely have had one or many job interviews before you moved. However, interviewing for the first time in a new country, in a new culture, can be nerve-wracking. A little information, access to valuable resources, and some practice can go a long way in helping you feel confident and ready for your first interview.
Employment Programming
- Calgary Catholic Immigration Society
- Access Employment – Connecting Newcomers to Good Jobs
- Centre for Newcomers – Employment Services for Ukrainians (ESUN)
- SLAVA (Specialized Language Acquisition for Vocational Achievement) Program – Equilibrium School
- Інструмент планування кар’єри та пошуку роботи – Calgary Public Library Welcome to LearningExpress Library
