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Single Parents: Finding Work that Meets Your Needs - alis
If you’re a single parent looking for work, your needs are different than other job seekers’. You may need to find a job that allows you to balance your life between work and home.
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Identify your needs and get support

Prepare for the changes that will come when you are employed. Will you require help with child care, housing or budgeting to make it work? Start by finding the resources and supports that will help you make your employment a reality.

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Tools and Resources

How to Get Support if You’re a Pregnant or Parenting Teen

Young and pregnant, or already parenting? Learn about the options, programs, and support available for you and your child so you can keep your career plans on track.
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Tools and Resources

Finding a Place to Live as a Young Adult

Kicked out, aging out, or just starting out? These options can help you put a safe roof over your head.
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How to Grow Your Bank Account When You’re Just Starting Out

Find money you’re eligible for, ways to earn more, and discover how to keep more money for yourself.
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Publications

Stretch Your Dollars: Budgeting Basics

Budgeting is easy with these helpful tips for cutting expenses and boosting income. Produced by Money Mentors, this information-packed guide will show you how to save for yourself using spending plans and worksheets.

You can now download a copy of this publication at Money Mentors.

Check out alis articles on managing your finances here.

Tools and Resources

Alberta Income Support

Find out about child and adult health benefits, Alberta Child Benefit, child care subsidy, income support, and other financial assistance.
Brush up on your work search tools and skills

Before you start looking for work, it's important to have a plan. Create or update your career plan, resumé and cover letter, then refresh your work search skills and learn how to use online tools to further your career.

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Cover Letters Open the Door to an Interview

Writing a clear, strong cover letter will catch the employer’s attention and increase your chances for an interview.