Youth employment resources
Need immediate assistance?
The Distress Centre offers support 24/7.
Call (403) 266-HELP or 1-800-563-6106.
Employment resources
These resources can help get you started. Visit the Youth Employment Centre and meet with an employment counsellor for additional personalized one on one support.
Indigenous employment resources
Explore a variety of local, provincial, and federal resources. If you’re an Indigenous-led community organization and are interested in connecting with the Youth Employment Centre, please email Community Liaison Jakson Pashelka.
External mental health resources for youth
We know that looking for a job can be overwhelming. If you or a youth that you know are struggling with the mental strain that can come with job seeking, please see the resources below.
External mental health resources for students
If you are a student registered for any of the schools listed below, mental health resources are accessible on campus. If you or someone you know needs support, we encourage you to contact any of the following:
- Alberta College of Art + Design – student counselling
- Ambrose University – wellness and counselling
- Bow Valley College – mental health check
- Calgary Board of Education – mental health resources
- Calgary Catholic School District – mental health resources
- Mount Royal University – wellness and mental health services
- SAIT Students’ Association (SAITSA)
- SAIT – student development and counselling
- St. Mary’s University – support services
- University of Calgary – SU wellness centre
Please note: These resources are external sources and are not affiliated with The City of Calgary Youth Employment Centre.
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