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Alberta Spatial Price Survey

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The Alberta Spatial Price Survey measures price differences between selected Alberta communities for a basket of goods and services at a specific point in time, using Edmonton as the index base.... More ≫

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The Alberta Spatial Price Survey measures price differences between selected Alberta communities for a basket of goods and services at a specific point in time, using Edmonton as the index base. This means that Edmonton is benchmarked at 100.0 and serves as the basis of comparison. As such, communities having an index value above (or below) 100.0 experienced higher (or lower) prices than Edmonton for a particular basket of commodities.

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Self-employment program : program guidelines

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The purpose of this guideline is to outline program requirements and eligibility criteria for interested participants and providers for the Self-Employment Program.

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Calgary & area labour market report : technological change and impacts on the workforce results from the 2017 Calgary & Area employer survey

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Since 2006, Applications Management Consulting Ltd. has been surveying Calgary and area employers on behalf of Alberta Community and Social Services about their labour market practices. The 2017... More ≫

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Since 2006, Applications Management Consulting Ltd. has been surveying Calgary and area employers on behalf of Alberta Community and Social Services about their labour market practices. The 2017 survey also included supplemental questions on technological changes and impacts on the workforce. The results of these supplemental questions form the basis of this report. It discusses technological changes that Calgary and area employers have implemented or plan to implement, and how these technological changes impact the number of workers needed, training needs, and employee job descriptions. In addition, this report explores the most important skills workers need when it comes to technological change, from the perspective of Calgary and area employers.

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Adult back to school planner

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This booklet is part of a planning series that includes Career Planner and Education and Training Planner. It is written at a lower literacy level. This booklet is written for adults who are... More ≫

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This booklet is part of a planning series that includes Career Planner and Education and Training Planner. It is written at a lower literacy level. This booklet is written for adults who are planning to go back to school. It will increase their personal management, learning and work exploration, and improve their ability to make life/work decisions. It will help them: Understand how returning to school may require them to make changes in other areas of their life; explore time management, problem-solving, stress management and balancing life and school; understand the importance of asking for help and ways to do it; consider the advantages and disadvantages of various training options that suit their needs; think about how personal decisions impact them and others; create a short-term action plan to prepare for their future; connect with further information and resources.

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Integrity in enforcement professionalism in the workplace : a staff guide for Occupational Health and Safety & Employment Standards employees

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The purpose of this guide is to provide direction for Safe, Fair and Healthy Workplaces staff who work in delivering Employment Standards services and Occupational Health and Safety services,... More ≫

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The purpose of this guide is to provide direction for Safe, Fair and Healthy Workplaces staff who work in delivering Employment Standards services and Occupational Health and Safety services, particularly those who interact with Albertans and Alberta businesses.

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Job smart : tips for staying employed [2012]

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This basic guide to keeping a job features information about what employers are looking for in their employees. It includes self-assessment exercises, tips on problem solving and a list of... More ≫

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This basic guide to keeping a job features information about what employers are looking for in their employees. It includes self-assessment exercises, tips on problem solving and a list of helpful community resources. Written in plain language.

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Keep your job : help for career advisors

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Encourages adults with low literacy skills or English as a Second Language to seek the support of a career advisor or tutor to assist them in understanding the information within this resource.... More ≫

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Encourages adults with low literacy skills or English as a Second Language to seek the support of a career advisor or tutor to assist them in understanding the information within this resource. This publication, written at a grade 4 reading level, will cover important topics such as what employers want, building good work skills, building good work attitudes, workplace rights and responsibilities, and making sure your job is a good fit. This is a complimentary online resource to help advisors and tutors support their clients in maintaining employment. It includes related exercises, provides notes and topics for discussion, optional activities and links to ready available resources.

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Job smart : tips for staying employed [2018]

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This basic guide to keeping a job features information about what employers are looking for in their employees. It includes self-assessment exercises, tips on problem solving and a list of... More ≫

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This basic guide to keeping a job features information about what employers are looking for in their employees. It includes self-assessment exercises, tips on problem solving and a list of helpful community resources. Written in plain language.

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