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Our government is doubling investments to expand career and employment services across Alberta.
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Amid market uncertainty from tariffs and other economic challenges, we recognize the importance of increasing employment services so more Albertans can find meaningful work and earn a pay check.
Alberta Career and Employment Information Services (CEIS) connects Albertans across the province with career, employment and training opportunities. Job seekers have access to a wide range of in-person and virtual services, including career counselling, job placements, career and job fairs and work-specific courses to eliminate barriers to employment.
Our government provides more than 250 grants and contracts to employment services, and through our Budget 2025 investments, we anticipate helping more than 820,000 Albertans find and maintain jobs this year. This is one of our many actions to ensure that Alberta is the best place to live, work, and raise a family.
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Sexual Violence Awareness Month
In recognition of Sexual Violence Awareness Month, May is a time that reminds us that we all have a role to play in supporting survivors and taking a stand against abuse.
Every Albertan deserves to live a life free from sexual violence and abuse, which is why we are working to provide supports that help survivors heal and prevent sexual violence before it begins. If you or someone you know is experiencing sexual violence, please know that you are not alone.
Help is available. You can call or text the Alberta One Line for Sexual Violence at 1-866-403-8000 daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. or visit your local sexual centre for support. You can also visit alberta.ca/sexual-violence-prevention for downloadable tips and resources to recognize, report, and prevent sexual violence.
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Reminders
As the weather gets warmer, it is important to be aware of fire bans and advisories to keep you, your family, and your community safe. For the most up-to-date information, please visit albertafirebans.ca.
The Women in Agriculture Essential Leadership Skills Development Program is designed to empower women employed in agriculture and associated industries by developing leadership skills. This 10-week interactive program offers a blended learning opportunity, combining online modules, live webinars, and practice exercises to equip participants with the tools needed to lead effectively.
Economic Developers Alberta (EDA) will host the 2025 Economic Development Week from May 12 to 16. I encourage our municipalities to visit edaalberta.ca/page-1861990 for details on how to get involved in supporting their community’s economic development.
As always, please reach out to my office anytime at 780-632-6840 and [email protected]
Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk is the MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville, which includes parts of rural Strathcona County, and Parliamentary Secretary for Settlement Services and Ukrainian Evacuees.
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