Calgary Employment Services Directory August 2020
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. Calgary Employment Services Directory August 2020 Find the Directory online at alberta.ca/calgary-employment-services.aspx Calgary Employment Services Directory | August 2020 1 Disclaimer The contents of this Directory are based on information provided by program funders, service providers, and institutions, and may not be all-inclusive. The Directory serves as a general guide to employment programs and services in Calgary and surrounding communities. The Directory contains links to other websites. The Government of Alberta is not responsible for the content provided by other organizations on their websites or by other means. Please direct any comments or inquiries regarding programs and services directly to the organization in question. © 2020 Government of Alberta Community and Social Services publishes the Calgary Employment Services Directory on a quarterly basis. Find the directory online by visiting www.alberta.ca/calgary-employment-services.aspx. If you would like to add or modify content in the Calgary Employment Services Directory, please email us at [email protected]. Calgary Employment Services Directory | August 2020 2 The Calgary Employment Services Directory can help you take your next step. Find employment and training programs offered through an extensive network of community organizations, non-profit agencies, colleges, private schools, businesses and employer organizations. The Calgary Employment Services Directory has programs and services related to the following: Academic Upgrading — Obtain your high school Occupational Skills Training — Find certificate and diploma or upgrade your academic skills to meet post- diploma programs offering practicum experience. secondary program requirements. Persons with Disabilities — Access training and Career and Employment Services — Connect with a work opportunities for persons with disabilities. counsellor who can help you plan your career and Pre-Employment Programs — Reconnect to the boost your job search. labour market through training programs. Computer Access — Access a computer for work Self-Employment Programs search. Services in French — Explore employment, training, Computer Skills Training and career services and supports offered in French. Counselling and Support Services — Connect to Specialized Assessment (Resource List) parenting resources, life skills training and household supports. Temporary Employment Opportunities — Gain work experience through short-term job placements. English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs Workplace Training — Get on-the-job training Immigrant Bridging — Access training, cultural delivered by employers. workshops, and placement services for post- secondary graduate newcomers. Youth Programs Immigrant Training and Employment Programs and Services Additional resources are available in the Employment and Training Services Directory published by Alberta Labour. Find the online resource at www.alberta.ca/employment-training-services-directory.aspx. Need help exploring your options? Alberta Supports can help. Get information and referrals about your career, education, and employment options from Alberta Supports. Ask to speak with a Career and Employment Consult who can help you determine your career interests, explore your career options and occupations, prepare for your next job search, and explore funding choices. Contact Alberta Supports by phone or visit your nearest office. Alberta Supports Contact Centre Call 1-877-644-9992 Open Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Calgary Employment Services Directory | August 2020 3 What’s New? We have added new programs and services to the Calgary Employment Services Directory. Find the new offerings below. You will also see them marked as “NEW” in the Table of Contents and inside the Directory. Virtual Services are Available! Many Calgary Employment Services organizations are offering virtual and in house services while doing social distancing. Help prevent the spread of novel coronavirus. Concerned about your health? Call Health Link 811 or visit alberta.ca/covid19. New programs: 1. Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) a. Youth Employment Preparation Workshop 2. Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association (CIWA) a. Links to Young Adult Employment Program b. Family Resource Network c. Career Services for Foreign Trained Professionals d. Pre-Employment Skills Program e. Information session for immigrant women with accounting background f. Computer Crash Course and Microsoft Office 2010 (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook & MS Publisher) 3. Immigrant Services Calgary Therapy and Support Centre a. Psychotherapy and Counselling Services b. Become a Better You Program c. In-Home Support d. Supported Visitation for Diverse Populations 4. Maple Leaf Academy a. MAPPed - Making Anything Possible Through Perseverance and Drive b. Silver Club – informal English class for Seniors 5. Millican-Ogden Community Association (MOCA) – Family Resource Centre a. Family Resource Centre 6. Prospect Employment Services a. Work Wise 7. Prospect Employment Services – PES – Downtown Calgary a. CEIS, JP and TIMW Services in English and French 8. MCG Calgary Career and Employment Centre - CCEC – South Calgary a. CEIS, JP and TIMW Services in English and French 9. WCG – Calgary Career Hub – CCH - North Calgary a. CEIS and JP Services in English and French Happy browsing! Calgary Employment Services Directory | August 2020 4 Table of Contents Disclaimer...................................................................................................................................................................... 2 The Calgary Employment Services Directory can help you take your next step. ........................................... 3 Need help exploring your options? Alberta Supports can help. ........................................................................ 3 What’s New? ................................................................................................................................................................. 4 Happy browsing! .......................................................................................................................................................... 4 Table of Contents ......................................................................................................................................................... 5 Abbreviations and Acronyms ...................................................................................................................................11 Academic Upgrading ..................................................................................................................................................12 Bow Valley College – Bow Corridor Campus .............................................................................................................. 12 Bow Valley College – High River Campus ................................................................................................................... 12 Bow Valley College – South Campus ........................................................................................................................... 12 Bow Valley College .......................................................................................................................................................... 13 Bow Valley College .......................................................................................................................................................... 14 Bow Valley College, Assessment Services .................................................................................................................. 14 Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS) .............................................................................................................. 15 New Calgary Immigrant Woman’s Association (CIWA) ............................................................................................. 15 Calgary John Howard Society (CJHS) .......................................................................................................................... 15 Chinook Learning Services – Calgary Board of Education ........................................................................................ 16 Columbia College ............................................................................................................................................................. 16 Equilibrium School ........................................................................................................................................................... 17 Mount Royal University (MRU) ...................................................................................................................................... 17 Mount Royal University (MRU) ...................................................................................................................................... 18 Mustard Seed Employment Centre ............................................................................................................................... 18 SAIT ................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Career and Employment Services (including Job Placement Programs) .........................................................20 Aboriginal Futures Career & Training Centre .............................................................................................................