This program is for anyone in the Edmonton region facing employment barriers.
Eligibility:
- 18 years or older
- Currently unemployed or underemployed
- Eligible to work in Canada
- Permanent resident of Canada
How to get involved: Call or apply online
Contact information:
Phone: 1-855-295-7180
Email: [email protected]
Address: 10560 107 St NW Edmonton, AB T5H 2Y6
The Province of Alberta is working to provide employment support programs and services.
Ballad’s training facility offers a range of job preparation workshops, as well as hands-on experience in hospitality & retail and construction.
Our facility includes a large shop space, as well as dedicated hospitality areas such as a commercial kitchen and on-site mock café, so that participants can perfect their skills.
Shop Program with training in:
- Residential & Commercial Construction
- Fleet Maintenance
Hospitality & Retail Program with training in:
- Front of House (Service)
- Back of House (Kitchen)
- Housekeeping & Laundry
- Customer Service & Retail Operations
Participants of the program will have access to support including:
- Monthly living expenses
- Exposure courses & safety tickets
- Professional services (Psychologist)
- Cultural and wellness supports
- Support with transportation
- Supplied work wear and safety gear
- Life & employment workshops, including:
- purpose and meaning
- personal development
- grit and perseverance
- social connections
- career planning
- healthy habits (nutrition & wellness)
- financial management
Ballad will help match you with local employers and support you as you transition into your new job.
Open doors to a wealth of untapped skills
Unlock the potential of our WERC program participants specializing in Hospitality & Retail and Construction to fill your open job vacancies. Equipped with exposure courses like First Aid, Forklift and Skid Steer, Pro Serve, and more, our participants bring a diverse skill set to your workforce. Both participants and employers receive Ballad’s support throughout the crucial first 90 up to 180 days of employment, ensuring a seamless transition and a successful start to a mutually beneficial professional journey.
Connect with us today to tap into this pool of talented individuals and elevate your team with skilled, dedicated professionals.