BGCBigs Youth Newsletter | June 2024

Hello BGCBigs,

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

In This Issue:

Program Highlights

  • RBC Big Possibilities

Community Corner

  • Alberta Recreation & Parks Association
  • Ink Movement Launch Celebration & Workshops
  • Local Entry Level Jobs
  • Careers Internships
  • Job/Career Fairs
  • Career Fair @ Expo Centre
  • Virtual Entry Level JobFairX
  • University of Alberta Career Fair
  • Talent Pool Virtual Job Fair
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Root for Trees
  • Strathearn Art Walk & Music Festival
  • Edmonton Expo
  • Volunteer Connector

Scholarships

  • Scholarship Spotlight
  • Indigenous Youth Leadership Program
  • Morrocanoil Beauty Changes Lives Scholarship
  • BluEarth Renewables Scholarship
  • 1-on-1 Scholarship Support is Back!


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


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

Job Board & Featured Opportunities

InkMovement YEG Launch Event - Art Market & Workshops

August 23rd-24th, University of Alberta Education Building

RSVP Here

Alberta Recreation & Parks Association Job Board

Multiple Positions Available - Province Wide

Apply Here

Kitchen Helper

Tokyo Express - Oliver

Apply Here

Cashier

Shoppers Drug Mart - Jasper Avenue

Apply Here

Crew Member

Chipotle Edmonton - OPENING SOON

Apply Here

Student Guide Program in France - Winter 2025 (Post-Secondary Students) Closing Date: September 9, 2024

Apply Here
Local Entry Level Jobs
Apply

Part Time Grocery Associate @ Giant Tiger (Victoria Trail)

Recognized as an Employer of Choice, Giant Tiger’s retail stores provide dynamic work environments with many opportunities for a fulfilling career. If you are looking for a challenging and stimulating career, Giant Tiger may be right for you.
Apply

Beauty Advisor @ Sephora

Greet all clients who enter the store with enthusiasm. Provide courteous, knowledgeable service to clients. Determine client's needs and suggest products to meet their needs. Communicate product knowledge to clients as appropriate. As required, provide makeovers to clients.

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Apply

Front Desk @ Cactus Club Jasper Avenue

Our Front Desk teams are guest experience ambassadors. They are the first and last impression for our guests and are approachable, friendly, kind and hospitable. They work together as a team to provide an exceptional guest experience by welcoming them into our restaurants and setting the tone for their dining experience. Each day will present opportunities to exceed guest expectations, turning ordinary moments into extraordinary memories.

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

Sign Up Here
UPCOMING JOB FAIRS
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Edmonton Career Fair & Training Expo Wednesday September 18th, 10:00am-2:00pm


Reserve Your Spot
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Edmonton Job Fair - Edmonton Career Fair Tuesday September 3

Reserve Your Spot
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University of Alberta Career Fair: Wednesday September 25th, 12:00pm-4:30pm

More Information Here
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Reserve Your Spot
VOLUNTEER


Volunteer with the City of Edmonton through this program and expand urban forests in the city! Care, protect, and contribute! Register now for group bookings!


Register Now
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Volunteer with Strathearn Art Walk September 7th & 8th


Strathearn Art Walk & Music Festival brings together emerging and professional local artists to share in the joy of creativity. Multiple roles available!

Register Now

Edmonton Expo

Volunteer Registration Deadline September 6 2024

Volunteer applications for EDMONTON EXPO is now OPEN! We have a variety of ways for you to get involved to help create a FAN-tastic weekend for attendees. From assisting line-ups to working in panel rooms, supporting artists, and looking after other volunteers, we have an array of opportunities that are all just as important as the next.

Register Now
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Connect to volunteer opportunities in Edmonton via link below.

Volunteer Connector Tool

Scholarships

Find some scholarships to finance your postsecondary journey!

🌟 Scholarship Spotlights🌟

Nîkâniw Indigenous Youth Leadership Program


This program includes instruction of water safety education, first aid, CPR and leadership skills. These program areas complement each other, teaching a respect for Mother Earth, and especially the element of water.


Participants have 2 years to complete the program. Registration and intake happens each year in August and September. However, we do take applicants in throughout the program year on a monthly basis as space is available.

An additional year may be granted based upon eligibility and program space.

Qualifications

  • Fill out the Application Form and participate in an interview with the Nîkânîw programmer
  • Indigenous Ancestry - First Nation, Métis, Inuit or other
  • 14-22 years old during the program season
  • Committed to training in aquatics
  • Able to commit to regularly attending the program 

Participants Will Receive

  • A City of Edmonton Leisure Centre facility pass for the duration of enrolment
  • Program supplies and materials
  • A meal on the first session of each week
  • Aquatic leadership courses provided by the City of Edmonton




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BluEarth Renewables Scholarship Program


Community Leaders: Building strong communities relies on many people. This scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate a commitment to giving back to their community and making the world a better place for their generation and generations to come.

Amount: Up to $3,000 per scholarship


Indigenous Peoples: We are committed to building mutually-beneficial relationships with Canada’s Indigenous communities. As part of this commitment, we award scholarships to Indigenous students to help develop their skills and knowledge in the renewable energy sector.

Amount: Up to $3,000 per scholarship


Apply Here
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! 
Visit Scholar Tree

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







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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.
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Students in foundational learning or skills development programs may qualify for funding to cover education and living costs.

Foundational Learning Assistance helps you:
  • Improve English language skills
  • Complete academic upgrading for a high school diploma or post-secondary prerequisites
  • Gain in-demand skills for employment

This monthly financial award is based on household financial need and covers:
  • Educational costs: tuition, mandatory fees, student association fees, and books and supplies
  • Living costs: food, clothing, personal needs, transportation, rent/mortgage, and utilities

Eligibility:
  • Enrolled in an approved program for Foundational Learning Assistance
  • 18 years of age or 16-17 under certain circumstances (see policy manual)
  • Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or Protected person legally entitled to work and study in Canada
  • Valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)

Residency:
  • Established Alberta address
  • In Alberta at the time of acceptance into the program
  • Border community residents are considered residents of their home postal code province/territory

Employment Status:
  • Unemployed or working less than 20 hours per week

Over 40 educational providers in Alberta offer approved programs, including public post-secondary institutions, private career colleges, First Nations colleges, and non-profit organizations. Contact institutions directly to check program approval for Foundational Learning Assistance.
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One to One Scholarship Support Is BACK

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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