Manpower Alberta Workforce Development Programs
Reskilling and Upskilling Programs in Alberta
For individuals who find themselves ready to pivot and transform their career trajectory, Manpower’s Workforce Development Programs offer an opportunity to rearchitect your career through reskilling, upskilling, and career re-connection in new and often emerging fields. Our Workforce Development programs are offered at no cost for those looking for a competitive edge in returning to the workforce or breaking into a new industry. We offer programs in several emerging industries across Alberta where we see the most demand. Programs are available in Calgary, Airdrie, Red Deer, Edmonton, and Fort McMurray
Calgary & Airdrie Workforce Training Programs
Career Leap Airdrie
The Career Leap program supports individuals who are having difficulty entering the workforce, employees transitioning to other industries or occupations, and highly skilled professionals.
Training For Work
The Training For Work program provides job search support to unemployed EI eligible Albertans, semi-skilled and skilled needing employment change support, short term skill development and workforce adjustment.
Career Construct
The Career Construct program supports unemployed or underemployed Albertans by offering industry-specific training, practical experience, and direct connections with employers to help launch or grow a career in construction.
Built Smart AI
Accepting Applications for the
June 22nd, 2026 Start Date
Designed to support unemployed and underemployed Albertans, the program provides technical training, hands-on learning, and targeted job placements to equip individuals with AI-supported construction skills. With a focus on innovation, safety, and project-based workforce readiness, Built Smart AI prepares participants for sustainable employment in tech-adjacent roles within the construction industry.
Red Deer Employment and Training Programs
Career Leap Red Deer
Ongoing Intake
The Career Leap program is designed to help participants build in-demand skills, gain practical work experience, and develop the confidence needed to secure meaningful, long-term employment.
PoweringUP - Skills in Construction
Accepting Applications for the
Sept 7th, 2026 Start Date
This PoweringUP program provides skills training and support to begin your career and to secure entry-level employment in the Construction industry.
AccountTECH
Accepting Applications for the
Sept 21st, 2026 Start Date
The AccounTECH Program provides technology-driven training to Albertans pivoting into Bookkeeping Administration and includes emerging technologies such as Crypto Currency and Cybersecurity as well as Quickbooks.
CareerMOVES
Accepting Applications for the
Sept 14th, 2026 Start Date
This 15-week program, delivered on-site at Red Deer Polytechnic, provides industry-leading training in Supply Chain skills including inventory management, procurement, business operations and logistics. Participants will become familiar with the new and emerging technologies that move the future of Supply Chain such as AI and Robotics.
Fort McMurray Job Training Programs
Career Leap Fort Mcmurray
Ongoing Intake
The Career Leap program supports individuals who are having difficulty entering the workforce, employees transitioning to other industries or occupations, and highly skilled professionals.
Career Reach
Ongoing Intake
The Career Reach program offers employment support, workshops, job matching and placement, and short courses in Haul Truck Driving, Class 2 Driver Training, Class 3 Driver Training, Computer Skills Workshops, and NCSO.
Workforce Development Programs (Contact Form)
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Workforce development programs are employer- or government-supported initiatives that help Canadians build job-ready skills through reskilling, upskilling, and career transition training. They are designed for unemployed or underemployed individuals, workers changing industries, and professionals re-entering the workforce. In Alberta, organizations like Manpower Alberta deliver these programs at no cost across Calgary, Red Deer, Edmonton, Airdrie, and Fort McMurray.
Yes, many workforce development programs in Alberta are offered at no cost to eligible participants. Manpower Alberta’s programs including Career Leap, Training for Work, and CareerMOVES are funded through government partnerships and are available to unemployed, underemployed, or transitioning workers who qualify. Eligibility requirements vary by program and location.
Workforce development programs typically combine skills training, coaching, and employer connections to help participants move into employment. Manpower Alberta’s Training for Work Calgary program delivers this through group workshops, individualized career coaching, unpaid work exposure, short certifications, and direct job placement support all funded by the Government of Alberta.
Workforce development programs in Alberta provide training across several in-demand sectors, including construction, supply chain and logistics, bookkeeping and administration, transportation, and AI-integrated technologies. Programs like Built Smart AI, PoweringUP, AccounTECH, and CareerMOVES are specifically designed to align with Alberta’s growing labour market needs and emerging industry trends.
Employers can use workforce development programs to access a pipeline of pre-screened, industry-trained candidates at reduced hiring risk. Manpower Alberta connects B2B employers directly with program graduates who have received hands-on training tailored to current labour market demands. This helps businesses in Alberta address skilled labour shortages while reducing onboarding time and recruitment costs.