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Choose the Way You Work

A global marketplace, flexible work week, and ongoing technology updates are offering countless choices for the way Albertans work.
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Understand the Difference Between Employment and Contracting

If you work for someone, you can earn money 2 different ways: as an employee or as a contractor. Knowing which type is best for you will help you decide how you want to plan your career.
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Apprenticeship Training

Apprenticeship is a training program that combines on-the-job training, work experience, and technical training in a trade. Apprentices earn a salary for their time on the job.
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Self-Employment

Working for yourself provides great rewards. It also comes with challenges. These articles and links will help you decide if it's the right career choice for you.
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Start a Part-Time Business From Home

This article includes more than 180 business ideas for starting a part-time business from home. These suggestions are just to get you started. The possibilities are endless!
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Maximizing Your Value in a Gig Economy

Ever dream about having a more flexible schedule? Every day, more and more Canadians are taking the leap from traditional full-time work to what’s known as the gig economy. If you’re a self-starter who is comfortable marketing yourself, you could too.
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Things to Consider Before Working Part Time

There are many reasons you may want to work part time. Before you choose to work part time, consider the following rewards and challenges.
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Ditching the Desk: Canada’s Shift Away from the Office

If you prefer to get things done on your own schedule, remote working might be just what you’ve been looking for. But be warned, it isn’t for everyone.
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