BGCBigs Youth Newsletter |November 2025

Greetings!

BGCBigs wants to keep you informed on all things in the community and youth employment.

In This Issue:

Program Highlights


  • Save the Date: Teen Takeover 2026 - Youth Executives wanted!
  • Toy Mountain Support Volunteers - November 14
  • December Gift Wrap Team @ WEM - Leadership Opportunity!


Community Corner

  • Featured Jobs & Opportunities
  • Local Entry Level Jobs
  • Careers Internships
  • Community Code Days!
  • The Career Foundation: THRIVE program
  • Job/Career Fairs
  • Edmonton Career Fair - Edmonton Convention Centre
  • Volunteer/Learning Opportunities
  • WEM Gift Wrapping Team
  • Toy Mountain Volunteers Wanted!
  • Basketball Support Volunteers: Saturday Volunteering
  • Volunteer Connector

Scholarships

  • Edmonton Community Foundation Grants - Youth Voice Deadline: Oct 31, 2025
  • Book 1-on-1 Scholarship Support with Laura!


Program Highlights
Check out some of the cool programs BGCBigs is offering!

St Albert Public Library

Youth Employment Workshop:

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Time:12:00pm - 1:30pm

Location: Training Room (Downtown Library - 5 St. Anne Street)


Community Corner
Check out some of the cool volunteer and job opportunities out there in the community!

Job Board & Featured Opportunities

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L2 Grill - WEM


Alberta Recreation & Parks Association Job Board

Retail Associate

Nike - South Common

Personal Vehicle Driver

UPS

Cast Member - Seasonal

Cineplex

Local Entry Level Jobs

Dish Washer - Cactus Club Jasper Ave

  • Our Dishwashers are the heartbeat of the kitchen who build a strong foundation to create a successful career in the culinary industry. Our team of Dishwashers are organized and efficient team players with an undeniable work ethic. They are individuals who are passionate about the culinary arts and want to ensure an exceptional guest experience. Their dedication creates a strong foundation for a successful and thriving kitchen.

Personal Shopper - Superstore South

What you’ll do 

  • Provide great customer service by assisting with general questions, maintaining a positive environment 
  • Shop for customers by accurately filling their orders with quality products   
  • Scan products and process customer transactions accurately using debit, credit, cash and gift cards   
  • Contact customers to ensure order accuracy or to inquire about product substitutions  

Who you are 

  • A team player with an attention for detail  
  • Driven and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment   
  • Resourceful and courteous when resolving customer questions  
  • Motivated to learn new things  

Experience you bring 

  • Good news! No previous experience is required. We provide you with training to set you up for success! 


Retail Store Associate Part Time Seasonal - Manning

Job Description:

We’re looking for Retail Associates to join our team in a welcoming environment. Whether you’re starting your career or already have experience, we’re excited to work with you and help you grow.

Why Work With Us?

  • Enjoy exclusive discounts at our stores—just for you and your eligible family members.
  • We value integrity, respect, and teamwork, encouraging a unique and inclusive culture.
  • Training and development resources that are designed to help you learn, grow, and succeed.
  • Support for you and your family through our Associate and Family Assistance programs, offering helpful resources and services to enhance your well-being.

What You’ll Do:

  • Create a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a smile, assisting with their needs, and ensuring they have a positive shopping experience.
  • Take on a variety of tasks, from cashier duties and fitting room assistance to backroom support and keeping the store clean and inviting.
  • Embrace opportunities to grow by participating in learning and development programs that build your skills and knowledge.
  • Be a valued part of a supportive and collaborative team, working together to achieve shared goals.


HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT INTERNSHIPS

If you want to make some money, earn high school credits, and try out some of Alberta’s most in-demand careers, then you’ve come to the right place.

CAREERS will match you with an employer for a student internship, which is basically a short-term job that gives you hands-on experience. 

You can do this during the school year, or over the summer – no experience necessary! Not sure what kind of internship is right for you?

No problem – take the first step by reaching out to us and we will help you through it.

Recently graduated high school? 
Check out CAREERS post high school Opportunities HERE

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U21 Information Sessions

CAREERS is excited to offer our internship program for youth who are under the age of 21. To qualify for an internship, you must attend one virtual information session presented by CAREERS.

During the presentation you will learn more about the program, discover the various internship opportunities available, and get started on an application. The session will be approximately 45 minutes with time at the end for questions.

If you are interested in attending this session, please contact CAREERS.


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UPCOMING JOB FAIRS

Edmonton Career Fair @ Edmonton Convention Centre

Thu, Nov 13, 2025 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM MST

VOLUNTEER

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Apathy is Boring: RISE Ambassador Applications are open now!

The goal of RISE is to build a community project that bridges the gaps in civic participation for our less engaged peers.

Ambassadors are the creatives, researchers, designers & do-ers behind the projects taking place in each city.


The deadline to apply for the Winter 2026 cohort is November 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST.

Connect to volunteer opportunities in Edmonton via link below.

Scholarships

Find some scholarships to finance your postsecondary journey!

🌟 Scholarship Spotlights🌟
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Alberta Student Aid


Alberta's government offers scholarships and awards to encourage and reward the excellence of Albertans in post-secondary study.

Scholarship areas include Academics, Athletics, Citizenship/Leadership, Indigenous, Language, and Technology.


SCHOLARSHIP RESOURCES

ScholarTree is an online platform that helps students pay for their education through scholarships  by helping students find and apply to scholarships  and helping Companies/Individuals start their own scholarship.

This is how they're creating millions of dollars' worth of new scholarships! 

On this website you will find useful list of scholarships in Alberta for graduating high school students.








ScholarshipsCanada.com is part of the SchoolFinder Group. The site has been helping students find scholarships since 1997. Their mission is to help students realize their dreams by making it possible for students to attend the school of their choice without being limited by the cost.

The website lists all relevant scholarships and bursaries free of charge. They try to update each listing annually and students are matched to scholarships and bursaries when they create an account.

One to One Scholarship Support

Please contact Laura Nguyen, Child and Youth Engagement Facilitator, via email at laura.nguyen@bgcbigs.ca or by text/call at 780-490-6843 for this support!

Need More Information
Contact Us!

Please reach out to our Youth Employment Coordinator

Josie Salmon

for more information, questions or concerns.


josie.salmon@bgcbigs.ca

780-699-8506


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