North PEPS Program — Employer Partnership | Free Recruitment Services | Edmonton, AB
Employer Partnership Program — Edmonton, AB

Your next great hire
is already trained.

We pre-screen, prepare, and deliver job-ready candidates to your door — at absolutely no cost to you. Backed by the Government of Alberta, powered by OSP.

✦ 100% Free to Employers Government of Alberta Funded Pre-Screened Candidates 12-Month Retention Support
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✓ No Cost to You — Ever ✓ All Admin Handled by Our Team ✓ Candidates Pre-Screened & Coached ✓ 12-Month Post-Hire Follow-Up ✓ Government of Alberta Funded

Why Partner With North PEPS

A workforce partner
built around you.

We don’t just send you résumés. We understand your business, match candidates to your culture and requirements, and stay involved long after placement day.

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Precision Candidate Matching We review your role requirements, workplace culture, and team dynamics before recommending a single candidate. No bulk-sending. No guesswork.
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Try Before You Commit Work-Based Learning lets you observe candidates in your own environment for up to 4 weeks — with no obligation to hire and no financial risk to you.
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We Handle Every Document Wage reimbursement claims, Work Exposure agreements, placement records, and compliance reporting — all managed by our Employment Advisors.
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On-Site Support During Onboarding Our Advisors check in with you and your new hire during the first two critical weeks — then continue follow-up at 3, 6, and 12 months.
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Candidates Arrive Ready Every candidate completes sector-specific training, resume and interview coaching, and earns a Credly digital credential before they step on site.

What We Offer Employers

Three ways we
work for you.

From finding the right candidate to keeping them on your team — we’re with you every step of the way.

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Recruitment & Matching

We source and match qualified candidates from our active client pool — screened, assessed, and prepared specifically for your role and workplace.

  • Customized candidate screening to your criteria
  • Pre-employment assessment for every referral
  • Facilitated interviews with communication support
  • Employer needs assessment & Action Plan
  • No obligation to hire — right fit or no match
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Work Exposure & Learning

Our Work Exposure and Work-Based Learning programs let you evaluate a candidate in your real workplace before making any permanent hiring decision.

  • Work-Based Learning: 20 hours over 4 weeks
  • Work Exposure Placements up to 12 weeks
  • Three-party Work Maintenance Plan (WMP)
  • Wage reimbursement terms fully documented
  • On-site check-ins by our Employment Advisors
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Training & Engagement

Expand your team’s capabilities and connect with a broader talent pipeline through our employer-focused workshops, panels, and Job Fair events.

  • Inclusive Hiring Practices workshops (quarterly)
  • Accommodation Solutions workshops (bi-monthly)
  • Culture of Respect & Inclusion (monthly)
  • Bi-annual Job Fairs — meet multiple candidates
  • Real-time labour market data & sector briefings

How It Works

From first call to
long-term hire — we lead the way.

1
Initial Contact & Needs Assessment
We reach out or you contact us. We book a 45-minute site visit or call to understand your business, your open roles, your workplace culture, and your ideal candidate profile.
2
Candidate Selection & Preparation
We review our active client pool, select 2–3 candidates who fit your requirements, and prepare them thoroughly with role-specific coaching and sector training before you meet anyone.
3
Facilitated Interview
We arrange and facilitate the interview. If helpful, an Employment Advisor attends to provide communication support. We debrief with both parties afterward to ensure alignment.
4
Work Exposure or Direct Placement
You choose: direct hire, or a Work Exposure placement to observe the candidate in your environment first. We document the Work Maintenance Plan and handle all agreement paperwork.
5
Onboarding Support & Check-Ins
Our Advisors check in during the first two weeks on-site. We then follow up at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months — with both you and your new employee — to ensure lasting retention.
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Ongoing Partnership
Once we know your business, future placements are faster and better matched. Many employers return to us repeatedly as their trusted recruitment partner — at zero cost every time.

What You Can Expect

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A Dedicated AdvisorYou’ll have one point of contact for all placements, paperwork, and follow-up — no rotating staff, no call centres.
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Fast TurnaroundFrom initial contact to first interview in as little as one week for employers with clear requirements and available positions.
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Zero Paperwork for YouWe prepare all Work Exposure agreements, wage reimbursement documentation, and compliance records. You sign; we file.
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Job Fairs & Industry EventsMeet multiple pre-screened candidates at our bi-annual Job Fairs, or join an Industry Panel to share your hiring needs directly with trainees.
Your total cost
$0
Completely free — always. Every service we offer employers — recruitment, screening, facilitation, onboarding, training, events, documentation — is 100% funded by the Government of Alberta.

Active Hiring Sectors

Trained candidates
across five sectors.

Our Employment Development stream prepares candidates with sector-specific skills, digital credentials, and work-readiness coaching before they ever reach your door.

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Construction
General labour, site support, finishing trades, landscaping
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Warehousing & Logistics
Picking, packing, forklift support, shipping & receiving
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Retail & Customer Service
Sales floor, cash handling, stock, customer support roles
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Transportation
Dispatch support, delivery, fleet assistance, driver’s aide
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Other Sectors
Food service, cleaning, administration, manufacturing, and more

Work-Based Learning & Exposure

Try a candidate
before you hire.

Our Work Exposure and Work-Based Learning programs eliminate the risk of a bad hire by letting you evaluate a candidate in your own workplace first — at zero cost and zero obligation.

No Obligation to Hire Up to 12 Weeks Wage Reimbursement On-Site Advisor Support Full Documentation Three-Party Agreement
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Needs Assessment MeetingWe meet on-site or by call to understand your workplace, assess accessibility and accommodation needs, and confirm role requirements.
2
Work Maintenance Plan (WMP)A three-party agreement between you, the candidate, and our Advisor — documenting expectations, scheduling, communication, and wage reimbursement terms.
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Placement BeginsThe candidate starts. Our Advisor checks in on-site during week one and bi-weekly thereafter. You focus on evaluating fit — we handle everything else.
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Hire or RedirectAt the end of the placement, you decide to hire, extend, or let us find a better match. No pressure, no cost, no paperwork required from you.

Program Results

Built for lasting employment.

We measure success by retention, not just placement. Our employer partnerships are designed to deliver employees who stay.

“The team handled everything — the paperwork, the interview setup, the follow-up calls. We just showed up and met someone who turned out to be a great fit. We’ve since hired two more through the program.”

Warehouse Operations Manager
Edmonton, AB — Logistics & Distribution

“We were skeptical at first — we’d used recruitment agencies before and always paid for the privilege. North PEPS is genuinely free and the candidates arrive knowing what the job involves. That’s rare.”

Site Supervisor
Edmonton, AB — General Construction

“What we appreciate most is the 12-month follow-up. If there’s an issue at 6 months, someone actually calls. It’s not just ‘placed and forgotten.’ It feels like a real partnership.”

HR Coordinator
Edmonton, AB — Retail & Customer Service

Common Questions

Everything you
want to know.

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Reach out directly — our Employment Advisors are available Monday to Friday.

Is there really no cost to us as an employer? +
Yes — completely. Every service provided through the North PEPS Program to employers is 100% funded by the Government of Alberta under contract with On-Site Placement Services Association (OSP). There are no fees, no invoices, no hidden charges at any stage of the process — not for candidate matching, not for Work Exposure placements, not for documentation, and not for the ongoing follow-up support.
How long does it take to get a candidate placed? +
Timelines vary depending on the complexity of the role and candidate availability in our current client pool. For straightforward positions in our active sectors (construction, warehousing, retail, transportation), employers typically meet their first candidates within one to two weeks of our initial needs assessment meeting. We’ll always be transparent about expected timelines upfront.
What is the difference between Work Exposure and Work-Based Learning? +
Work-Based Learning (WBL) is a shorter structured placement — typically 20 hours over 4 weeks — where a candidate performs real tasks in your workplace while still technically in their training stream. Work Exposure is a longer placement of up to 12 weeks that functions more like an extended trial period. Both are covered by a three-party Work Maintenance Plan and carry no financial obligation to hire.
What happens if the candidate isn’t the right fit? +
We understand that not every match works out, and we never expect you to proceed with a hire that doesn’t feel right. If a candidate isn’t a fit — whether identified during the interview, during a Work Exposure placement, or after a hire — we discuss what went wrong, refine our understanding of your requirements, and return with a better-matched candidate. There is no penalty or obligation at any stage.
Do you work with small businesses or only large employers? +
We work with businesses of all sizes — from single-location small businesses to multi-site operations. Some of our most successful long-term placements have been with small employers who provide candidates with close mentorship and a strong team environment. If you have an open role and a genuine commitment to giving someone a fair chance, we want to work with you.
What does “12-month follow-up” actually mean in practice? +
After a candidate is placed, our Employment Advisor conducts check-ins at 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months — contacting both the employer and the employee. These calls serve to identify and resolve any emerging issues early, provide additional support if needed, and confirm retention milestones. If a problem surfaces at any check-in, we step in to help address it before it affects your team.
Can we hire someone directly without a Work Exposure first? +
Absolutely. Many employers prefer to proceed directly to a hire following the facilitated interview, particularly when the candidate’s background and assessed readiness clearly match the role. Work Exposure is offered as an option — not a requirement. We follow your preference and pace throughout the process.
How do we get started? +
Reach out to us using the contact details below. We’ll schedule a brief 15-minute introductory call to confirm your hiring needs and determine the best next steps. From there, we book an on-site or virtual needs assessment and begin the matching process. There is no paperwork at this stage — just a conversation.
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Ready to Build Your Team?

Free recruitment.
Real results.
Let’s talk.

Reach out today and speak with an Employment Advisor. We’ll learn about your business and start matching candidates within days — at zero cost to you.

📞 (780)488-8122 ✉️Email Us
📍#201, 12912 50th Street, Edmonton, AB 🕕 Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM ✦ Walk-ins welcome — no appointment needed