Grande Prairie job seekers are invited to participate in WORK NW Alberta and the County of Grande Prairie’s Business Support Network’s job fair on October 29th.
The “Work Now” event is funded by the Alberta Chambers of Commerce and aims to connect job seekers with potential local employers and employment support providers to help residents enter the workforce.
Economic Development Coordinator for the County of Grande Prairie Hetti Huls says the region is ripe with employment opportunities for those who want them, but she says her agency recognizes some level of support is needed for local workers to enter the job market.
“The Grande Prairie-Greenview corridor offers numerous employment opportunities for local residents; however, we recognize that some of our workforce requires support and assistance to enter the job market,” she says. “This job fair will highlight the available jobs in the area along with the service providers and not-for-profit organizations dedicated to aiding the transition back into the workforce.”
According to Manager of Economic Development for the MD of Greenview Larry Gibson, the region faces a demand for “4,200 jobs over the next five to eight years,” in key sectors like agriculture and education. He says the event is “essential” in not only attracting new talent but also investing in current community workers.
The event is scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on October 29th. Transit assistance will be made available for those who need it.
