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If you’re Indigenous and deciding on a career direction, the information and resources in this section are a good place to begin.
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I am Indigenous
We acknowledge that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. We respect the histories, languages, and cultures of First Nations, Metis, Inuit, and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our community.

Plan Your Career

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Career Planning for Indigenous Peoples

Trying to figure out your career options? Get started with these resources for Indigenous peoples.
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Resources for Indigenous People, Counsellors, Educators and Others

Read brief introductions to services and programs offered by federal and provincial governments as well as by non-profit organizations.
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Publications for Indigenous Peoples

Learn about publications intended for Indigenous Peoples. Read stories of role models, lifestyle magazines, studies of Indigenous communities and more.
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Indigenous Organizations

Check out this list of Indigenous organizations that represent and serve Indigenous Peoples in Alberta.
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Indigenous Student Reflections: Videos

5 Indigenous students tell their stories. Find out what motivated them to choose their career paths.

Explore Education and Training

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Skills Training and Upgrading for Indigenous Peoples

Skills training provides opportunities to practice skills. Upgrading gives you the academic skills you need to find work or enrol in a post–secondary program.
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Schools in Alberta

Now that you’ve figured out what you want to study and where your program is offered, it’s time to choose your school. You’ll find contact information, application dates, campus locations, and more.
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Indigenous Peoples Paying for School

There are lots of financial resources out there. By using these resources and planning wisely, you will likely be able to pay for your education.
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Education and Training for Indigenous Peoples

Learning is an important step in finding work you like or moving forward in your career. Options range from skills training and upgrading to apprenticeship, college, and university programs.
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Indigenous Peoples Colleges

A number of post-secondary schools across Alberta offer programs for Indigenous Peoples.

Attending College as the Key to Success (2:29)

Joel is an Indigenous student attending a public college. Learn more about his experience moving from a rural town to the city, becoming involved in student groups, and getting to know his professors.

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Employment, Training, and Job-Readiness for Indigenous Peoples

Use the resources on this page to connect with services that can help you reach your employment goals.
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Look for Work

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Employment Resources for Indigenous Job Seekers

Are you an Indigenous person looking for work in Alberta? A variety of employment and training supports are available, including dedicated job banks, internships, and other employment resources.
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Self-Employment Resources for Indigenous Peoples

The following resources provide general information about starting and operating your own business.
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Opportunities for Indigenous Peoples in the Trades

Could a career in the trades be right for you? Read on to learn more about the resources and apprenticeship programs that can help Indigenous workers like you get started in the trades.
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Employment, Training, and Job-Readiness for Indigenous Peoples

Use the resources on this page to connect with services that can help you reach your employment goals.
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Alberta Job Postings

Looking for work in Alberta? Get started now. Use filters to refine your job search. Sign up for alis Job Alerts so you don’t miss the newest job postings.
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Junior Forest Rangers

A summer job for high school and post-secondary students to learn about the wide variety of career options in the fields of wildfire, forestry, ecology and more!
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Calgary Youth Employment Centre

The centre offers great online resources for youth, community groups and schools. You’ll also find links to web resources, career information and job workshops for Indigenous peoples.
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Look for Work, Plan Your Career, Audience
"I'm an Indigenous person who is trying to figure out what kind of work I want to do. Where can I find information to help me?"

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Quick LInks
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Working With Employers to Recruit and Retain Indigenous People

As an employment counsellor who works with Indigenous people, you can connect employers with strategies and resources to help them build a more inclusive and culturally sensitive workplace.
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Indigenous organizations and service directory

Listing of organizations, services and information for Indigenous peoples in Alberta.
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Indigenous Canada

Indigenous Canada is a free online course from the University of Alberta's Faculty of Native Studies. It explores Indigenous histories and contemporary issues in Canada from an Indigenous perspective.
Counselling
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Effective Practices for Counselling Indigenous People

In counselling Indigenous clients, aim to connect with Indigenous traditions and identity, while also recognizing the distinctions between peoples and the strengths of individual clients.
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Important Context for Counselling Indigenous People

Do you work with Indigenous clients? Enrich your knowledge of relevant terminology, history and legislation, lifestyles, identity, and community.
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Employment Counselling for Indigenous People

Explore culturally sensitive approaches to helping Indigenous clients plan their careers, look for work that supports their values, deal with discrimination, and grow in the workplace.