Credentials Evaluation
Credential evaluation is essential for understanding how your qualifications align with Canadian standards. An accredited evaluation provides an official report that can be used by employers, educational institutions, and regulatory bodies to assess your academic achievements accurately.
Finding a job
Starting a career in a new country can be challenging, but Alberta offers a variety of employment support services to help newcomers find work, build skills, and create a strong professional network. Here’s an overview of available resources and support organizations designed to assist you in building your career in Alberta.
Employment Support resources
1. Job Search Assistance
Several organizations offer personalized support for newcomers seeking employment. These services include resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation, job fairs, and more.
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Accès Emploi
Accès Emploi is a francophone employment agency in Alberta dedicated to helping French-speaking newcomers find employment and integrate into the Alberta job market. They provide career counseling, job search support, interview coaching, language support, and workshops on Canadian workplace culture. Their services are available to all Francophones and bilingual newcomers.​
C5 North East Hub
About: The C5 North East Hub is a community collaboration project providing a range of services to help individuals and families thrive, including support with employment. They assist with job search help, resume building, workshops, training programs, and access to community services like childcare and transportation, making it easier to focus on job readiness. Eligibilty is primarily open to all community members in northeast Edmonton, with specific support for newcomers.
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2. Resources for Francophones
If you’re a Francophone or bilingual newcomer, there are tailored resources in Alberta to support you as you navigate the job market. Francophone Resources in Alberta include:
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Francophonie Albertaine Plurielle (FRAP)
They provides programs that support the professional integration of Francophone newcomers through networking, training, and job search assistance. ​
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Réseau de soutien à l’immigration francophone de l'Alberta
Part of the national Francophone immigration network, helping French-speaking newcomers with language classes, job readiness programs, and community connections.​
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3. Skills Training and Certification
If you need additional training, certification, or language classes to meet Alberta’s job requirements, the following programs can help.
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Alberta Supports: Provides information on training programs, career counseling, and funding for skills upgrading or certification. Alberta Supports can help newcomers access grants and loans for eligible training programs.
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Bredin Centre for Learning: Offers industry-specific training and language support for newcomers, along with job placement services. Programs focus on essential industries like healthcare, construction, and administration.
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