Regional Events & Opportunities
Below explore the full list of upcoming opportunities and register today!
Alberta’s government is excited to announce the new Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG). This program effectively replaces the previous Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG) program. The CAPG program aligns with Alberta’s efforts to increase productivity and help employers invest in skills training that boosts productivity.
View a recording of the CAPG General Presentation on YouTube here.
The CAPG portal is now open for business registration. This means you will know if your company is an eligible employer before submitting a CAPG application when application intake launches in September. Register your business now in the CAPG portal! Follow these steps:
- Visit the CAPG website www.alberta.ca/CAPG
- Read the “Get ready to apply” section
- Log into the CAPG portal using your Alberta.ca Account for Organizations.
- Register your business in the CAPG portal.
- Wait to receive an approval email or check the portal for a registration status update.
Employment standards set out the rights and obligations of employers and employees in Alberta. This includes the minimum standards that employers must provide to employees. Employment Standards webinars (including live Q&A) are scheduled for the following topics:
Employment Standards in Alberta – Vacation Pay and General Holiday Pay – Thursday, September 11, 2025 (1:30 PM)
Temporary Foreign Worker Advisory Office – TFW & Employer Rights and Responsibilities – Thursday, September 25, 2025 (1:30 PM)
Small Business Week - Job-protected Leaves – Tuesday, October 14, 2025 (11:00 AM)
Small Business Week – Terminations and Termination Pay – Thursday, October 16, 2025 (11:00 AM)
For more information, or to register for the above sessions, visit our website: www.alberta.ca/employment- standards-webinars
Request a presentation for your company or organization at: EOP.Presentations@gov.ab.ca
Protecting Our Future: Health, Safety, and Employment Standards for Young Workers: Join Alberta Occupational Health and Safety and Employment Standards for a free, evening webinar designed for young workers under 25, their parents, and employers, that will cover essential health, safety, and employment standards information.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Time: 7:00 – 8:00pm
To register, click HERE.
Introduction to Disability Management and Occupational Health & Safety: Join Alberta OHS and WCB-Alberta for a free webinar on effective disability management practices, such as return-to-work plans, reducing time away from work, premium costs, developing and implementing OHS management systems, the OHS Resource Portal and more.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Time: 9:00 – 10:30am
To register, click HERE.
Virtual Career Fair ECO Canada- September 25, 2025: ECO Canada’s Virtual Career Fair | ECO Canada
Did you know it costs 5x more to acquire a new customer than to keep an existing one? Join the Rural Business Support Network September 16 at 11:00am for a FREE online Biz Bite webinar and learn how to boost loyalty, strengthen relationships, and keep your customers coming back again and again. In just 20 minutes, discover practical, easy-to-implement retention strategies designed to grow your business. Register Online: HERE
- Talent4Energy is an Alberta government-funded project designed to connect energy employers with job seekers who have energy-related skills and experience. They will be hosting two Employer Forum & Hiring Events this fall in Edmonton and Calgary and invite energy employers from across the province to participate for free.
- Edmonton: Thursday, October 23, 2025, 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Calgary: Thursday, October 30, 2025, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- For more information or to express interest, please contact Parker at pks@creativelinks.ca
Women Leading Change 2025 Conference: Sept 16, Red Deer - “Unleash Your Potential: Women in the Workplace” encourages self-discovery, builds key career skills, and offers practical tools for overcoming workplace challenges. From an energizing speaker to relevant, real-world workshops, this day is about investing in yourself and connecting with others doing the same.
Workfirst Alberta Summit: Sept 16 -17, Red Deer - The summit will showcase innovative programs and partnerships supporting workforce development across the province, with keynote speakers, engaging panel discussions, and networking opportunities focused on employing persons with disabilities, supporting youth employment, advancing mental health in the workplace, and driving innovation, inclusion, and economic development.
Central Alberta First in partnership with Uptowne Olds, will be hosting AI for Business Conference – Tools, Tactics, Transformation on October 22, 2025 at the Olds College Alumni Centre. The full-day event is designed to equip Alberta business owners, innovators, and economic leaders with the knowledge and tools to harness the power of artificial intelligence—right now, in real business contexts. Tickets can be purchased HERE
The Chartered Professionals in Human Resources Alberta (CPHR) have many opportunities to learn and network:
September HR Roundtable Sep 11 9:00am - 10:00am – an opportunity to discuss issues we face in human resources currently - Complimentary for Members
Emotional Intelligence & Tools for Resilience Oct 01 9:00am - 12:00pm - Explore the concept of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and its five core skills. You'll have a deeper insight into your own level of Emotional Intelligence and how that influences how you interact with others. You will also walk away with key strategies to grow resilience in both your personal and professional life. Member $199 + GST | Non-Member $250 + GST | Student Member $50 + GST | Student Non-Member $75 + GST