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LEVEL Youth Policy Program (BC)
Publisher: Vancouver Foundation Date: October 14th, 2026
Categories: youth students public policy Type: Community Poster
Learn to influence public policy with the LEVEL Youth Policy Program (@level_vf). The program welcomes all Indigenous, racialized immigrant and refugee youth living in B.C. You must be 19-29 years old. You’ll have the opportunity to:
• Understand key concepts about public policy and how Canadian and Indigenous governments work
• Work towards influencing policy and systems change in a supportive and culturally conscious setting
• Learn from leaders and organizers in policy, law, journalism, and more
Applications open now until October 30.
Training / Formation
Publisher: Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery Date: September 24th, 2026
Categories: careers students opportunity Type: Community Poster
Up for a new career challenge?
We’re expanding our green building and retrofit offerings.
Upskill your trades knowledge with Quick Train Canada:
• New short-cycle courses now available
• From accredited postsecondary institutions
• Registration open now
• Partial funding available
Envie de relever un nouveau défi professionnel?
Nous élargissons notre offre en construction et en rénovation écologiques.
Développe tes compétences dans les métiers spécialisés avec Voie Rapide
• De nouvelles microformations maintenant offertes
• Par des établissements d’enseignement postsecondaire agréés
• Inscriptions ouvertes dès maintenant
• Possibilité de financement partiel
New Student Opportunities at Canada Life!
Publisher: Canada Life Date: September 23rd, 2026
Categories: careers students opportunity Type: Community Poster
Grow with us
Accelerate your career and put your skills, training and enthusiasm to good use. Discover your opportunity at one of Canada's top financial institutions.
Co-op, internship and new graduate opportunities
If you’re a student or new graduate looking for a career, we have an opportunity for you – where you’ll have the chance to build your professional network and learn new skills. Students will have the option to return for future placements with the potential to build a career at Canada Life.
Recently graduated? We offer specialized opportunities for new graduates through our actuarial, accounting and leadership programs.
Indigenous Student Internship Program / Programme de stages pour étudiants et étudiantes autochtones
Publisher: CGI Date: September 22nd, 2026
Categories: coops internships students careers Type: Community Poster
Are you an Indigenous post-secondary student in Ontario, or Atlantic Canada and ready to launch your career journey? Embark on a transformative journey with our Indigenous Student Internship program!
Application deadline: October 2, 2026
The program offers exciting internship opportunities in Ontario & Atlantic Canada with a start date of January 2027 and flexible work terms that vary between 4-12 months, in a variety of roles:
• Junior Business Analyst
• Project Intern
• Junior Full Stack Java Developer
CGI is providing a reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role. The determination of this range includes factors such as skill set level, geographic market, experience and training, and licenses and certifications. Compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $18-32/hour. This role is an existing vacancy.
Êtes-vous un étudiant ou une étudiante autochtone de niveau postsecondaire au Québec qui veut lancer sa carrière? Participez au programme de stages pour étudiants et étudiantes autochtones!
Date limite pour postuler: 2 octobre 2026
Vous aurez l’occasion unique de faire des stages au Québec à partir de janvier 2027. Ces stages varient entre quatre et douze mois et couvrent les domaines suivants :
• Analyste d’affaires junior(e)
• Stagiaire de projets
• Développeur ou développeuse junior(e)
CGI offre une estimation raisonnable de la fourchette salariale pour ce poste. Le calcul de cette fourchette dépend de divers facteurs, notamment le niveau de compétence, le marché géographique, l’expérience, la formation ainsi que les licences et certifications professionnelles. Les décisions en matière de rémunération dépendent des particularités de chaque cas. Une estimation raisonnable de cette fourchette salariale se situe entre 18$ et 32$. Ce poste est vacant.
Indigenous Empowerment Scholarship Program
Publisher: BCI Date: September 21st, 2026
Categories: scholarship students careers Type: Community Poster
BCI’s Indigenous Empowerment Scholarship Program is available to Indigenous students enrolled in business-related studies at post-secondary institutions across Canada. The program offers hands-on work experience at BCI, creating opportunities to develop professional skills and helping recipients excel further.
Financial Assistance
$15,000 financial assistance for tuition, books, and living expenses that will be disbursed in two equal payments, one prior to the work term and one directly after.
Mentorship and Guidance
One-on-one mentorship and career guidance from previous scholarship recipients and/or BCI professionals.
Opportunities for Work Experience
Four-month or eight-month work term in Victoria, BC, as part of BCI’s Campus Program (January or May start date).
Now Recruiting Carpenter Journeypersons
Publisher: Jardeg Date: September 16th, 2026
Categories: careers youth students Type: Community Poster
We are recruiting Carpenter Journeypersons
Fish Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant - Calgary AB (LOA Available)
Jardeg is currently recruiting Carpenter Journeypersons to work with Technical Workforce Inc. on the Fish Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant in Calgary, AB!
Living Out Allowance (LOA) is available for eligible candidates outside of the Calgary area. LOA is $145 per day worked. We welcome applications from skilled tradespeople across Canada who are looking to join a major infrastructure project with long-term opportunities.
This position follows a 10 days on, 4 days off schedule, with the possibility of working afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
• Preference will be given to candidates holding a Carpenter Journeyperson Certificate from a recognized provincial training authority
• Non-ticketed carpenters must provide proof of hours relevant to the industrial carpentry trade
• Experience with concrete formwork is required (4+ years)
• Fall Protection certification is considered an asset
Get ready to grow!
Publisher: OMERS Date: September 8th, 2026
Categories: careers opportunity students Type: Community Poster
Unlock Your Potential
Learn about student opportunities with OMERS
Closing date: Sept 20, 2026
From Toronto to London to Singapore, students across our organization gain hands-on experience by contributing to meaningful, real-world work throughout their terms.
Our student roles range from 4 to 12 months. We recruit students for roles in Technology, Investments, and those focused on our corporate functions, such as Accounting, Human Resources, Procurement, Finance and Strategy. Roles offered will vary each term based on business needs.
Early Investor Program | Toronto
Publisher: CPP Investments Date: September 8th, 2026
Categories: careers opportunity students Type: Community Poster
Launch your investing career with purpose at CPP Investments.
Designed for undergraduate students in their final year of study, the Early Investor Program gives you the opportunity to join a specialized investment team as an Analyst, gain exposure to global public and private markets, and contribute to meaningful work that supports our purpose: helping more than 22 million Canadians build financial security in retirement.
Designed to foster early-career development, the program combines hands-on experience with a strong foundation in investment concepts, personalized mentorship, cross-team learning and practical skill-building. You’ll conduct research, support investment analysis and contribute to investment decisions while developing expertise in a specific asset class. Through structured training, mentorship and early responsibility, you’ll build the technical and analytical skills needed for a career in investing.
Boston Pizza is hiring / BP recherche du personnel
Publisher: Boston Pizza Date: July 23rd, 2026
Categories: careers youth students Type: Community Poster
Boston Pizza is hiring Cooks and Servers across Canada!
Why Is BP A Great Place To Work?
• What is important to you matters to us, so we have raised the bar to provide flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle and contributes to your life-work balance
• Come for a job, stay for a career – there are exciting opportunities for career growth within the restaurant or at Boston Pizza head office
• Build relationships and give back to your local community
• Boston Pizza Scholarship Program *
• Management Training Programs, Leadership Development conferences and access to dynamic mentorship programs and initiatives
• A respectful culture and work environment where your feedback matters
• Fantastic reward and recognition programs
BP recherche du personnel de cuisine et des serveurs et serveuses partout au Canada!
Pourquoi BP est-il un milieu de travail formidable?
• Sachez que ce qui compte pour vous, compte pour nous. C’est pourquoi nous offrons des horaires flexibles qui vous permettent de trouver l’équilibre entre votre vie privée et votre travail.
• Décrochez un emploi, bâtissez une carrière. Chez Boston Pizza, les possibilités d’avancement sont nombreuses, autant du côté du restaurant que du siège social.
• Créez des liens et appuyez votre communauté.
• Participez au programme de bourses d’études Boston Pizza.
• Bénéficiez de programmes de formation des gestionnaires, de conférences sur le leadership et de programmes et d’initiatives de mentorat intéressantes.
• Découvrez une culture et un environnement de travail où le respect s’impose et vos commentaires sont les bienvenus.
• Profitez d’excellents programmes de reconnaissance et de récompenses.
The Mint is hiring! / La Monnaie recrute !
Publisher: Royal Canadian Mint Date: July 22nd, 2026
Categories: careers opportunity Type: Community Poster
Join the team in Ottawa, ON
Industrial Mechanic
Reporting to the Manager, technical Services, the Industrial Mechanic is responsible for performing installations, maintenance and mechanical repairs, making modifications to all production and building equipment and components.
Rejoignez l'équipe à Ottawa, en Ontario
Mécanicien Industriel ou Mécanicienne industrielle
Relevant du chef, Services techniques, la personne titulaire du poste est chargée d’effectuer des installations et des tâches d’entretien et de réparation mécaniques, et d’apporter des modifications à tous les équipements et composants de production et de bâtiment.
Opportunities and Postings
NATOA COVID-19 Update
The health and safety of our attendees is our top priority. In light of the growing concerns regarding COVID-19, we have made the difficult decision to postpone the 7th Annual NATOA Indigenous Trust and Investment Conference which will now take place on September 28 & 29, 2020 in Calgary, Alberta at the Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire. The Annual General Meeting will be on September 27, 2020 at 2 pm.
This was not an easy decision to make, as we are aware of the amount of time, preparation, and anticipation that delegates, speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors have dedicated to the conference. We acknowledge that all participants have made time in their schedules as well as travel and accommodation plans for the conference, and we remain committed to creating a similarly high-quality experience for the event in September.
We sincerely appreciate your interest in the 7th Annual NATOA Indigenous Trust and Investment Conference. Conference passes, trade show booths and sponsorships will be carried forward to September 28 & 29, 2020.
For more information, please visit www.GoToRegister.ca/NATOA
Fax: 1-866-462-7648
Email: NATOA@GoToRegister.ca
COVID-19 UPDATE – Women Building Futures
To Our Valued Community,
Women Building Futures is committed to monitor the recommendations provided by the government to ensure we do what is best for the health of Albertans broadly with regards to the “unprecedented” threat of COVID-19. We are also following similar requirements of post-secondary as well as those of our stakeholder employers as we not only educate but change lives through solid employment.
Our current programs are being adjusted, where possible, to online delivery and we have postponed many of our upcoming classes until further notice.
PLEASE NOTE: The following classes are postponed until further notice:
- Journeywoman Start (Edmonton) Class 89 – Original Class Start: March 23, 2020
- Journeywoman Start (Grande Prairie) – Original Class Start: April 6, 2020
- Driver & Operator Training – Original Class Start: April 27, 2020
- Journeywoman Start (Grande Prairie) – Original Class Start: May 19, 2020
- Journeywoman Start (Edmonton) Class 90 – Original Class Start: May 25, 2020
- Journeywoman Start (Cold Lake) – Original Class Start: June 29, 2020
All pre-readiness workshops in community (Tools for Success) postponed until online delivery mobilized.
In the coming days and weeks, we will post updates on our website and via our social media channels as more information is available.
For more information, please visit www.gotoinfo.ca/womenbuildingfutures
Phone: 1-866-979-4434
Fax: 1-866-979-3514
Postponed-New programs at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
- Indigenous Strategic Planning – May 10 – 15
- Leading Teams: Governance for Indigenous Councils and Boards – June 7-12 and September 20-25
- Project Management for Indigenous Organizations – June 14-June 19
- Negotiation Skills Training – October 4-9
- Wise Practices in Indigenous Leadership – November 15-20
Receive our monthly Indigenous Leadership Programs Newsletter!
Sign up today by visiting www.GoToInfo.ca/BanffCentreEmails
For details or to register: www.GoToInfo.ca/BanffCentre
Toll Free: 1-866-935-6904
Fax: 1-866-402-9692
Email: BanffCentre@GoToInfo.ca
Register Now! 2nd Annual NATOA Indigenous Women’s Summit – Over 80% Sold!
2nd Annual NATOA Indigenous Women’s Summit ‘Inspiration through Empowerment’
March 10 & 11, 2020
Delta Hotels Montreal | Montreal, QC
The 2nd Annual NATOA Indigenous Women’s Summit is a 2-day event designed as a platform for discussion, storytelling and advice from top Indigenous female leaders from across the nation.
Indigenous female leaders from across the nation with a focus on Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Economic Development. Building on the success of our inaugural event in 2019, expect to connect and network with over 230 delegates.
Topics that will be discussed:
• Lateral Violence
• Developing a Business Plan
• Developing a Great Resume, Cover Letter & Biography
• Opening a Business
• The Importance of a Strong Pitch Deck
• Finance Tips for Women
• Accessing your Creative Talents to Generate Revenue
NATOA is proud to announce Jamie Lickers, Partner & Lead of Indigenous Law Group for Gowling WLG, as the recipient of this year’s NATOA National Award of Distinction.
Join us in the celebration!
For details and to register, visit www.GoToRegister.ca/NATOA
Fax: 1-866-462-7648
Email: NATOA@GoToRegister.ca
Edu-Therapy Spring & Summer Workshop Dates – Register Now!
Help yourself. Help Others. Help your community.
Learn the specific skills necessary to deal with relationship conflicts at home and in the workplace. Help your Community deal with the losses that negatively affect us all.
- Calgary, AB: Mar 13 – 16, 2020
- Toronto, ON: Mar 27-30, 2020
- Moncton, NB: Apr 24-27, 2020
- Winnipeg, MB: April 24-27, 2020
- Sudbury, ON: May 1-4, 2020
- Edmonton, AB: May 29-June 1, 2020
- Vancouver, BC: June 12-15, 2020
- Saskatoon, SK: August 18-21, 2020
Book Early and Save! Call for details about discounts
Edu-Therapy is a Cognitive Behavioral Process for Healing Grieving Hearts due to:
- Colonization
- Residential Schools
- Intergenerational Loss & Trauma
- Loss of Family, Parents, Siblings, Children & Friends
Once Certified as an Edu-Therapy Specialist, in as little as 6 hours per week, one specialist can bring mental resolution of the pain and sadness caused by loss to over 200 people per year. Trained teams can escalate these numbers adding to the resiliency of the Community.
Group discounts and private inhouse training available. Call for details.
For more information or to register, please contact Eric or Kelly:
Toll Free: 1-866-476-0209
Fax: 1-866-430-8296
Email: Grief@GoToRegister.ca
Mark Your Calendars! Lighting the Pathway to Connectivity – Our Gateway to Economic Opportunities
Our Gateway to Economic Opportunities
June 2 & 3, 2020
Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre | Winnipeg, MB
The 2020 CSC Conference ‘Lighting the Pathway to Connectivity – Our Gateway to Economic opportunities’ will provide networking and business partnership opportunities to First Nation Communities, businesses, service providers, and government representatives at all levels who are involved in the expansion of Indigenous Communication Pathways through high speed internet access.
Clear Sky Connections is an emerging major First Nation Entity to provide broadband connectivity via a high-speed fibre optic network to its membership and beyond. An ICT Centre of Excellence is the training vector that will sustain the smoke signals of the future.
Who should attend?
- People in technology, education, health, administration, social development, economic development, who are committed to the growth and prosperity of Indigenous Culture, knowledge, communities and communications.
- Information Communication Technology affects everyone and everything as we move towards an interconnection on an electronic scale. It is the underlying tool to Worldwide Indigenous Associations and Services.
The 2-day event will include:
- Trade show
- Youth participation
- Training opportunities
- International presenters
- Networking with decision makers and front line community champions!
Topics:
- Creating a Path to Self-Sufficiency: Investing in Our Capacity – Chief Clarence Louie
- Know Your ‘Why’ and Change Your Life, Business and Community – Jenn Harper
- Asserting Our Sovereignty – Chief Marcel Moody
- The Art of Negotiating: Moving Beyond Symbolism – Dr. Ted Moses
- Connectivity and Colonization: Settler Strategies and the Paradox of Being Indian on Our Land
– Dr. Barry Lavallee
Speakers will include:
Chief Clarence Louie, Osoyoos Indian Band
Jenn Harper, Founder/CEO, Cheekbone Beauty
Chief Marcel Moody, Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation
Dr. Ted Moses, Eastmain, QC
Dr Barry Lavalee, MD, CCFP, FCFP, MCISc Medical Advisor, MKO Clinical Care Transformation
Toll Free: 1-866-295-7115
Fax: 1-866-295-3580
Email: ClearSky@GoToRegister.ca
Build Your Future in the Trades! Now training in Cold Lake
If you’re interested in pursuing a career in construction but you’re not too sure which trade or where to start, this is the program for you.
Class Dates – June 29-Sept 18, 2020
Deadline to Apply – April 20, 2020
Apply at GoToInfo.ca/WomenBuildingFutures
Live and train in your community!
Journeywoman Start (JWS) Cold Lake is a 12-week pre-apprenticeship program featuring classroom and hands-on skills development training that introduces learners to five skilled trades that are recognized as apprenticeships in Alberta.
The hands-on experience provides introductory skills training in drawing and blueprint reading, carpentry, welding, pipe fitting, electrical, and plumbing.
Free tuition for qualified applicants.
You will receive industry exposure, job search support and earned employment referrals. Plus, essential safety awareness and certification, Academics, Best Practices for working in construction, exposure to technical skills and hands-on training. Students will write the AIT exam while in the program.
Certificates include:
- Construction Safety Training System (CSTS)
- H2S Alive
- OSSA Confined Space/Entry Monitor
- OSSA Elevated Work Platform
- OSSA Fall Protection
- Scaffolding Awareness
- Standard First Aid CPR A & AED
Training will take place at Portage College, Cold Lake; hands on skills training at various locations (TBD).
www.GoToInfo.ca/WomenBuildingFutures
Phone: 1-866-979-4434
Fax: 1-866-979-3514
Round Dance – Saturday February 29th, 2020
Round Dance – Saturday February 29th, 2020
Pipe Ceremony 4 p.m
Enoch Recreation Centre
Whitemud Dr. NW, Hwy 60
Enoch Cree Nation
Alberta T7X 3Y3
Feast & Round Dance to Follow
MC: Stan Isadore – Stickman: Laurent Isadore
Please join us for a night of
good food, dancing, door prizes, giveaways,
raffles, 50/50s, and beautiful music.
Singers receive an honorarium
www.GoToInfo.ca/WomenBuildingFutures
Phone: 1-866-979-4434
Fax: 1-866-979-3514
Email: WomenBuildingFutures@GoToInfo.ca
Register Today! Inaugural NATOA Indigenous Youth Summit
Inaugural NATOA Indigenous Youth summit “Managing Your Financial future”
May 6 & 7, 2020 Banff Centre for Arts & Creativity Banff, AB
The Inaugural NATOA Indigenous Youth Summit is a two-day event that will feature a carefully selected collection of speakers, case studies and best practices to empower our youth. The mission of this event is to give youth the confidence to make decisions in finance, mental health, career paths and education. *Must be +16 years of age. A Counsellor will be on site to book confidential sessions.
Financial Literacy
- Starting a Business
- Taxes on and off Reserve
- Promotion of Life / Suicide Prevention
- Goal Setting
- Social Media Literacy
- Leadership
The Summit will include a trade show filled with corporations which will allow youth participants to discuss:
- What careers they offer?
- What education is needed?
- Do they have an Indigenous mandate or focus?
- Do they offer scholarships?
- Do they offer apprenticeships?
For details including registration, agenda, speakers, sponsorship opportunities and more: GoToRegister.ca/NATOA
Fax: 1-866-462-7648
Email: NATOA@GoToRegister.ca
Register Now! 2nd Annual NATOA Indigenous Women’s Summit – Over 50% Sold!
2nd Annual NATOA Indigenous Women’s Summit ‘Inspiration through Empowerment’
March 10 & 11, 2020
Delta Hotels Montreal | Montreal, QC
The 2nd Annual NATOA Indigenous Women’s Summit is a 2-day event designed as a platform for discussion, storytelling and advice from top Indigenous female leaders from across the nation.
Indigenous female leaders from across the nation with a focus on Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Economic Development. Building on the success of our inaugural event in 2019, expect to connect and network with over 230 delegates.
Topics that will be discussed:
• Lateral Violence
• Developing a Business Plan
• Developing a Great Resume, Cover Letter & Biography
• Opening a Business
• The Importance of a Strong Pitch Deck
• Finance Tips for Women
• Accessing your Creative Talents to Generate Revenue
For details and to register, visit www.GoToRegister.ca/NATOA
Fax: 1-866-462-7648
Email: NATOA@GoToRegister.ca
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