Build the Career You Deserve.
We Will Help You Get There.
Whether you are just starting out, starting over, or simply ready for something better, Careers Under Construction is here to help. Our fully funded employment program in Fort Saskatchewan offers personalized support to help you overcome barriers, build confidence, and find work that lasts. No appointment needed and no judgment, ever.
Getting Started Is Easy
Our Purpose is To help people move forward—with confidence, with support, and with a clear path toward a better future.
Our Purpose & Approach
To provide Career, Employment and Information Services (CEIS) and Workforce Development (WD) programs that help Albertans overcome barriers, build skills, and move toward sustainable employment or education—while supporting employers in creating inclusive, accessible workplaces.
CUC is built on the understanding that no two employment journeys are the same. We meet people where they are, without judgment. We create a space where every person who walks through our door is welcomed with warmth and treated with respect. Whether you are taking your first steps or getting back on track, we are here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
Who Is This Program For?
Serving Fort Saskatchewan & The Surrounding Area
You Are In The Right Place If You Are:
- Unemployed or working part-time and ready for something better
- Receiving Income Support, AISH, or ADAP and looking to take the next step
- Facing challenges that make it hard to find or keep work
- New to Fort Saskatchewan or the surrounding area and unsure where to start
- An employer in the Industrial Heartland looking for job-ready candidates
Basic Eligibility:
- Between 18 and 65 years old
- An Alberta resident
- Unemployed or marginally employed
- A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or convention refugee with the right to work in Canada
- On Income Support, AISH, or ADAP (not required, but eligible)
Barriers We Can Help With:
- Unstable housing or basic needs
- Mental health or addiction challenges
- Low confidence, motivation, or life skills
- Criminal record or legal involvement
- Lack of work experience, credentials, or English language skills
- No transportation or childcare
- Digital literacy gaps
How We Help You Move Forward
Paid Work Placements
Our Workforce Development streams provide hands-on training, guidance, and real work experience to help you build skills and move toward meaningful employment.
Drop-In Resource Centre
Drop in anytime to access computers, job boards, and support from our team—no commitment required. Or take the next step with workshops, services, and job preparation.
Hire Job-Ready Talent
Partner with CUC to connect with trained, supported candidates and reduce the time and cost of hiring—at no cost to your organization.
Our Experience Runs Deep
So does our commitment to giving you more ways to build your future.
For years, we’ve been part of the Fort Saskatchewan and Industrial Heartland community, supporting people through some of life’s toughest moments—helping them regain confidence, find direction, and move toward achieving their employment goals.
As our community has grown, so have we.
Today, Careers Under Construction offers more than ever before. We are here to help with more programs, stronger employer connections, hands-on training, and real pathways to sustainable employment. We’ve expanded what we can do, to help you find the career path that’s right for you.
Whether you’re taking your first step, starting over, or building something new, you’ll find a team here that’s ready to support you every step of the way.
Whether you’ve known us for years or you’re just discovering us now—welcome back, and welcome forward.
Let’s build your future, together.
Employers We Work With
Let's Find The Right Support For You
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