North PEPS Program — Free Employment Support | Edmonton, AB
Pre-Employment Support Services

Your next chapter
starts here.

Free employment support for Albertans — no referral, no appointment, no cost. Walk in any weekday and take the first step.

✦ 100% Free Walk-Ins Welcome On-Site Career Advisor No Judgment
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✓ No Referral Required ✓ Walk-In Anytime ✓ Trauma-Informed Staff ✓ On-Site Mental Health Support ✓ Delivered by OSP

Who We Serve

We help people
who want to work.

Whether you’re returning after a long break, navigating life challenges, or simply not sure where to start — we meet you exactly where you are.

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Returning to the Workforce Time away due to illness, family, or other reasons — we help you rebuild confidence and get back in.
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Facing Barriers to Employment Housing, mental health, finances, childcare — we address the whole picture, not just the resume.
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Starting a New Career Path Construction, warehousing, retail, transportation — we have dedicated training tracks for each sector.

Am I Eligible?

Basic eligibility is simple. If you check all four boxes, come in — we’ll figure out the rest together.

  • ✓ 18 years of age or older
  • ✓ Alberta resident
  • ✓ Legal right to work in Canada
  • ✓ Unemployed or underemployed
Not sure? Come in anyway. We won’t turn you away without exploring every option with you.

What We Offer

Three pathways.
One destination.

Every client is different — we offer three distinct service streams so you get the right support at the right time.

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Resource Centre

A free, open drop-in hub available every weekday. Use our computers, access the internet, get resume help, and attend workshops — no appointment ever required.

  • 10 computers + free internet access
  • Resume & cover letter assistance
  • Job board access and printing
  • Interview preparation workshops
  • 7,000+ visits served per year
  • Funding eligibility for certification courses or necessary work gears
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Pre-Employment Support

For clients navigating complex challenges — housing, mental health, crisis, or financial instability. We stabilize first, then build toward employment readiness together.

  • 3-tier crisis to stable support model
  • Life stability goal setting
  • Wraparound referrals (housing, ESL, childcare)
  • On-site mental health therapist
  • Up to 16 weeks of structured support
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Employment Development

Career coaching, skills training, sector-specific preparation, and direct employer matching. Get work-ready, earn digital credentials, and land the job.

  • 5 sector tracks (construction, warehousing & more)
  • Paid experiential learning opportunities (20+ hrs)
  • Networking events
  • Credly digital credential badges
  • Direct employer matching & Job Fairs

Your Journey

From walk-in to
working — step by step.

1
Walk In — No Appointment Needed
Come through our doors any weekday between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Bring whatever ID you have — we’ll take it from there.
2
Meet Your Advisor
Sit with a real person who listens. We learn about your situation, your goals, and the challenges you’re facing — without judgment.
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Build Your Personal Action Plan
Together we create a roadmap tailored to you — specific goals, realistic timelines, and the right supports at each stage.
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Access Workshops, Training & Support
Attend workshops, connect with our on-site therapist, build sector-specific skills, and earn digital credentials along the way.
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Connect With Employers
We match you directly to hiring employers, arrange Work Exposure placements, and prepare you thoroughly for every interview.
6
We Stay With You — For 12 Months
Once you’re working, we check in at 3, 6, and 12 months to make sure you’re thriving — and to celebrate your milestones.

You Might Not Expect This

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On-Site Mental Health TherapistCounselling is available to all clients — free, confidential, and right in our building.
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Credly Digital CredentialsEarn verifiable badges for each training module — shareable on LinkedIn and recognized by employers.
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Wraparound Community SupportReferrals to housing, childcare, transportation, ESL programs, and financial literacy services.
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Bi-Annual Job FairsMeet multiple Edmonton employers face-to-face at our professionally organized Job Fair events.

For Employers

Your workforce partner.
At no cost.

We pre-screen, prepare, and match job-ready candidates to your open roles — and support them through onboarding. Zero fees. Zero admin for you.

Pre-Screened Candidates Work-Based Learning Wage Reimbursement Admin Job Fairs Industry Panels Job Carving Support Inclusive Hiring Workshops 12-Month Retention Support
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Matched to Your NeedsWe match candidates to your specific role, culture, and requirements — no sifting through unqualified applicants.
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Try Before You HireAlign with the experiential learning opportunities above by offering paid two-week work placements and up to 12 weeks of subsidized work exposure, contingent on employer cost-sharing, with the goal of permanent employment.
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Supported OnboardingOur Employment Advisors assist during the first two weeks on site — and stay in contact for up to 12 months post-hire.
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We Handle the AdminWage reimbursement paperwork, placement documentation, and compliance tracking — all managed by our team.

Active Hiring Sectors

🏗 Construction 📦 Warehousing & Logistics 🛍 Retail 🚚 Transportation ⚙ Other Sectors

Community Network

We work best together.

Clients can be referred by any of our partner organizations — or simply walk in on their own. No formal referral is ever required.

Government

Alberta Supports

Income support caseworkers refer clients directly. Our team provides follow-up status updates with client consent.

Emergency Services

Emergency Shelters

We partner with Edmonton-area shelters to connect individuals experiencing housing instability with employment pathways.

Settlement Services

Newcomer Agencies

Partnering with settlement organizations to provide employment support alongside language and cultural integration services.

Healthcare

Primary Care & Mental Health Clinics

Healthcare providers refer clients dealing with mental health, addiction, or chronic health barriers impacting employment.

Community Organizations

Social Service Agencies

Community organizations serving vulnerable Albertans can refer clients directly — informally or via our referral card.

Become a Partner

Your Organization

Serving north Edmonton residents? Let’s connect. Referrals are simple, and your clients receive our full wraparound support.

Walk In

Ready to Start?

No cost.
No judgment.
Just support.

Walk in any weekday — no appointment, no referral, no paperwork required. Just come through the door.

📞 (780) 488-8122 📍 Get Directions
📍 #201, 12912 50th Street, Edmonton, AB 🕕 Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM ✦ Walk-ins always welcome