Job Connector
The Job Connector is matching local Leduc, Nisku and Wetaskiwin businesses with prospective employees to fill jobs and build our regional workforce. Employers, job seekers and students can use these free tools and resources to find jobs, training, financial help and other supports.
FOR EMPLOYERS THAT ARE HIRING
Members can post a job on the Leduc Wetaskiwin Job Page, gain knowledge from Human Resources experts. Or find funding programs for staff or staff training and hire students help your business while they gain the experience they need.
Canada Summer Jobs Program (Government of Canada)
CSJ provides wage subsidies to support employers to create quality full-time summer work experiences for youth aged 15-30 years. Employers from not-for-profit organizations and the public sector, as well as private sector organizations with 50 or fewer full-time employees, are eligible to apply.
Eligible employers can receive:
· Not-for-profit employers can receive funding for up to 100% of the provincial or territorial minimum wage.
· Public and private sector employers are eligible to receive funding for up to 50% of the provincial or territorial minimum wage.
· Application period is typically early November to mid December.
· Find more information and submit applications HERE.
Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) (Government of Canada)
SWPP brings together employers, students, and post-secondary institutions to create quality work-integrated learning opportunities. The program provides employers with wage subsidies to hire post-secondary students for paid work experiences. Students benefit with quality work experience so they can secure employment in their chosen fields of study.
Eligible employers can receive:
· 50% of the wages (to a maximum of $5,000) for each net new placement.
· 70% of the wages (to a maximum of $7,000) for each net new placement for under-represented groups, including women in STEM, Indigenous students, newcomers, and persons with disabilities, visible minority as well as first-year students.
Applications are typically open in November for hiring students during Winter 2026 (January 1 to March 31):
- Applications are reviewed in the order in which they are received.
- SWPP wage subsidies are administered through partners. See the list under ‘How to apply’ HERE.
Alberta Youth Employment (AYE) Incentive (CAREERS)
The Alberta Youth Employment (AYE) Incentive makes it easier – and more rewarding – for employers to bring young aged 15-24 talent into their business, helping employers fill workforce needs today while investing in the skilled workforce of tomorrow. This program is funded by the Government of Alberta and administered by CAREERS: The Next Generation.
Eligible employers can receive:
- Eligible employers may receive up to $7,500 in funding, available on a first-come, first-served basis and based on the number of youth hired.
- $4,000 for 1 to 2 youth for a minimum of 400 hours combined.
- $7,500 for 3 to 5 youth for a minimum of 750 hours combined.
APPLY NOW for funding for youth (minimum hours completed by September 20, 2027):
- Applications are now being accepted.
- Learn more and submit applications HERE.
Co-op Hire Incentive Program (CHIP-In) is available for any types of businesses, this is a wage subsidy grant of $2500 to hire an Alberta School of Business Co-op Student from May-August for a minimum of 280 hours (full-time roles are preferred, but part-time roles may be considered). Roles must help students build their professional skills and you must be able to provide mentorship and supervision. HERE
Venture for Canada
Venture for Canada (VFC) is a national charity that empowers young Canadians to develop entrepreneurial skills and gain meaningful work experience with innovative employers. VFC bridges the gap between ambitious talent and growing organizations by providing training, resources, and funding to support work-integrated learning opportunities.
Programs Offered by VFC
- Internship Program
Connects post-secondary students with paid internships at startups, small businesses, and social enterprises across Canada. - Fellowship Program
A career accelerator for recent graduates, offering training and work placements with high-growth companies. - Intrapreneurship Program
Provides students with experiential learning opportunities to solve real-world business challenges through short-term projects. - Employer Resources & Training
Offers tools and guidance to help employers create impactful work experiences and attract top talent.
Student Work Placement Program (SWPP) (Government of Canada)
SWPP brings together employers, students, and post-secondary institutions to create quality work-integrated learning opportunities. The program provides employers with wage subsidies to hire post-secondary students for paid work experiences. Students benefit with quality work experience so they can secure employment in their chosen fields of study.
Eligible employers can receive:
• 50% of the wages (to a maximum of $5,000) for each net new placement.
• 70% of the wages (to a maximum of $7,000) for each net new placement for under-represented groups, including women in STEM, Indigenous students, newcomers, and persons with disabilities, visible minority as well as first-year students.
Applications are typically open in November for hiring students during Winter 2026 (January 1 to March 31):
- Applications are reviewed in the order in which they are received.
- SWPP wage subsidies are administered through partners. See the list under ‘How to apply’ HERE.
Articles of Interest
The Value of Summer Jobs for Teens (Career Professionals of Canada)
50% of the student’s salary, up to $5,000; or
70% of the student’s salary, up to $7,000, if the student falls within one of the following under-represented groups: Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), Indigenous students, recent immigrants, students with disabilities, and first-year students.
Youth Employment Program provides financial assistance to hire a student or young graduate to work on a business, technical, or technology-related projects to help you:
o advance research and development, engineering and multimedia activities
o develop new products and processes
o conduct market analyses for new technology-based products
o support business development related to science and technology activities
o improve customer services
Rupertsland Institute Employment Partnership- Up to 50% of wages covered for Metis workers who have the accreditation but not the work experience to find meaningful work
Youth Summer Employment- summer employment (May through August) for ages 15-30. This program covers 50% of wages
WIL Digital helps employers grow their businesses by providing financial assistance for hiring post-secondary students. It provides:
50% of the student’s salary, up to $5,000; or
70% of the student’s salary, up to $7,000, if the student falls within one of the following under-represented groups: Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), Indigenous students, recent immigrants, students with disabilities, and first-year students.
Housing Internship Initiative for First Nations and Inuit Youth If your business is in the housing industry this program provides on-the-job training for First Nation and Inuit youth along with a wage subsidy. Available for “youths” between the ages of 15 and 30.
Graduate Student Internship Program- University of Alberta provides funding for employers to hire a graduate student to solve a staffing or business need. Employers in all sectors can participate, including private, public and not-for-profit. You can receive 50 cents on every dollar you can put towards a student's salary (Up to $8,000)
Acadium In exchange for your coaching and guidance, Acadium apprentice’s help you with your projects, unpaid, as part of their training. Your business pays $299 per credit which is good for a 3 month volunteer.
University of Alberta Internship and Work Experience Programs if you’re looking to hire a student for an internship or work experience
University of Calgary Transformative Talent Internships if you can provide meaningful work for a student intern.
School of Retailing Consulting Group- University of Alberta get University students to do consulting work for you including Primary Market Research, Strategic Planning, Social Media Strategy, Brand Awareness Strategy, Branding, Website Creation.
Venture for Canada Internship Program Are you an employer looking to hire an intern or a recent graduate from a post-secondary institution? Employers may qualify for a 70% subsidy, capped at $7,000. New cohorts of interns are placed every September, January, and May.
WIL Digital helps employers grow their businesses by providing financial assistance for hiring post-secondary students. It provides: 50% of the student’s salary, up to $5,000; or 70% of the student’s salary, up to $7,000, if the student falls within one of the following under-represented groups: Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), Indigenous students, recent immigrants, students with disabilities, and first-year students.
Youth Employment Program Financial assistance to hire a student or young graduate to work on a business, technical, or technology-related projects to help you: advance research and development, engineering and multimedia activities; develop new products and processes; conduct market analyses for new technology-based products; support business development related to science and technology activities; and improve customer services
Interested in hiring someone with a disability? There are a number of programs available:
National Programs + Local/ Regional Programs
Training-on-the-Job Program A WCB support program to give employment who has been previously injured on the job.
WIL Digital helps employers grow their businesses by providing financial assistance for hiring post-secondary students. It provides:
50% of the student’s salary, up to $5,000; or
70% of the student’s salary, up to $7,000, if the student falls within one of the following under-represented groups: Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), Indigenous students, recent immigrants, students with disabilities, and first-year students.
Young Canada Works offers Internships in Canada to staff positions in official-language minority community media (radios and newspapers).
International internships to staff positions mainly related to the language industry.
Young Canada Works in Both Official Languages hire a bilingual summer student
Apprenticeship Job Creation Tax Credit if you are interested in hiring an apprentice within the first two years of their program get up to $2000 per year per apprentice.
50% of the student’s salary, up to $5,000; or
70% of the student’s salary, up to $7,000, if the student falls within one of the following under-represented groups: Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics), Indigenous students, recent immigrants, students with disabilities, and first-year students.
FOR EMPLOYERS
Post, find wage subsidy programs for staff and connect with prospective employees.
Alberta Employment Standards Rules, regulations and compliance measures for employers and employees in Alberta workplaces.
Additional Information and Resources
Wage subsidies to hire post-secondary students (Government of Canada)
Wage subsidies and other assistance programs (Government of Canada)
Small Business Grants and Funding Opportunities (InvestAlberta)
Canada Alberta Job Grant a training program where an employer applies on behalf of their employee(s) for eligible training costs. Employers must contribute a minimum of one-third of the total training costs.
Government of Alberta Workplace Training Program provides employer-delivered, work-site training and paid work experience opportunities.
Rupertsland Institute Free group training if you’re planning on hiring 10 or more Metis individuals. Offerings can be customized to suit the business, but typical training provided in the past would be on safety or administration duties.
Find regional job and training opportunities on Leduc Wetaskiwin Jobs to find local employers seeking your skills.
Canada Alberta Job Grant a training program where an employer applies on behalf of their employee(s) for eligible training
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