Greetings!
BGCBigs wants to keep you informed on all things in the community and youth employment.
In This Issue:
Program Highlights
- Mock Interviews with H&W Produce.
- 3D Printing @ EPL
Community Corner
- Summer Camp Job Opportunities
- Blackhawk Golf Club @ Spruce Grove.
- Royal City Soccer Club Summer Positions
- Careers Summer Internships
- Job/Career Fairs
- Career Fair @ Expo Centre
- Virtual Entry Level Job Fair
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Capital City Clean Up
- Bissel Centre
- Volunteer Connector
Scholarships
- Scholarship Spotligh
- Telus Friendly Futures
- Canadian Scholarship Trust Foundation Bursaries
- Edmonton Redugee & Emerging Communities Award
- 1-on-1 Scholarship Support is Back!
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Program Highlights
Check out some of the cool programs BGCBigs is offering!
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RESUME & MOCK INTERVIEW WORKSHOP
On April 26th from 1-3 pm, we will be doing a resume and mock interview workshop for 20 youth with H & W produce.
H & W produce is an organization that hires youth at 16+ for entry level positions including cashiers or stock associates.
This will be first come first serve, so please register below.
Youth must be 16+ to participate.
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EPL 3D PRINTING
On April 29th EPL will be hosting a 3D Printing Certification. Check out the details below.
Date: April 29, 2024
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Stanley A. Milner Library - 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square,
You must be 14+to participate.
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Community Corner
Check out some of the cool volunteer and job opportunities out there in the community!
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Discover Summer Camp Opportunities |
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Summer jobs offer youth valuable opportunities for personal and professional growth, preparing them for future academic and career success while instilling important life skills and values.
Check out below some of summer camp openings across Edmonton!
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The Centre for Autism Services Alberta is looking for applicants between 15-30 is looking for Teen Camp Counselor positions to provide individualized and group based support to a group of teens as they participate in interest based community programming.
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Edmonton Humane Society is looking for a Summer Camp Counsellor to engage youth through presentations and activities to build lifelong compassion and empathy for companion animals through summer day camp programming.
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Code Ninjas North Edmonton is looking for a Code Sensei to join their team to oversee the day-today coaching and student engagement.
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Blackhawk Golf Club Positions |
Blackhawk is hiring for full-time and part-time seasonal positions in a variety of departments offering competitive wages, flexible work schedules and a fun work environment. |
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Food & Beverage
Hiring for all Kitchen positions, including Line Cooks, Prep Cooks and Dishwashers
Full Time Seasonal : 5/6 days per week (44 hr work week)
Part Time Seasonal : 2-3 shifts (8 hrs) per week
To inquire about a Kitchen position, please e-mail:
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Turfcare
Full Time Seasonal : 5/6 days per week (44 hr work week) attending to all aspects of maintaining the Golf Course and Facility
Equipment Operators : 5 morning shifts (5.5 hrs) per week operating a piece of machinery
To inquire about a Turfcare position, please e-mail:
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Join Royal City Soccer Club's team of energetic, soccer-loving camp staff this summer. They have 4 different positions plus amazing volunteer opportunities. Check out below some of those opportunities and visit their website for more details!
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Camp Counsellors manage and supervise a group of campers (kids aged 5 – 13) throughout the day. Together with the supervisor, they will operate the summer day camp program throughout the week while adhering to safety protocols. |
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Counsellor in Training (CIT) |
CITs will work closely with Camp Counsellors and supervisors to implement camp activities and ensure a safe and fun environment for everyone. CITs may or may not be put in charge of a group of campers. |
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Gain great experience while having fun! Volunteers are an important part of camp success. Volunteers are expected to maintain a good work ethic by assisting all staff and providing a fun and safe learning atmosphere for campers. |
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Locations are available across Edmonton and Area
Edmonton (10 Locations)
St.Albert (1 Location)
Strathcona - Sherwood Park (1 Location)
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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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Edmonton Career Fair & Training Expo
Tuesday May 9
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Edmonton Job Fair - Edmonton Career Fair Wednesday Mar 27 |
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Join Capital City Clean Up to keep the city litter-free through organized events in spring, summer, and fall. Volunteers aged 15+ can make a meaningful impact with minimal time commitment after registering, completing online training, and signing up for events.
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Friendly Calls Program Volunteer
Working in community, we remove barriers and support people as they move out of poverty. The vision of eliminating poverty drives all the work at Bissell Centre.
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Connect to volunteer opportunities in Edmonton via link above. |
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Scholarships
Find some scholarships to finance your postsecondary journey!
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🌟 Scholarship Spotlights🌟
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Amount: $3,000 - 5,000
Number of Recipients: ~400 Students
Applications Open: March 25 Application Closes: April 24
This bursary is tailored for students experiencing financial hardships, dedicated to creating a lasting impact in their communities while pursuing their education. With values of $3,000 (college) or $5,000 (university), this support will help alleviate tuition expenses at any Canadian post-secondary institution.
🎓 Eligibility Requirements:
- Must demonstrate critical financial need (net combined family income of $65,000 or less).
- Apply early as only the first 400 applications will be considered.
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Personal Statement: Craft a 500-word essay detailing your aspirations and commitment to social impact.
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Social Impact Project: Describe your project or volunteer initiative in a written format (max 500 words) or a video (up to 3 minutes).
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Financial Information: Complete a questionnaire to provide necessary financial details.
- Letter of Acceptance/Proof of Enrollment
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Amount: $6,000
Number of Recipients: 25
Applications Open: March 11 Application Closes: April 26
These bursaries, in tribute to esteemed members of the Canadian Scholarship Trust family, aim to assist students of all ages pursuing their first post-secondary education, offering crucial financial aid.The funds can cover tuition fees, essential supplies like books, living expenses, and other school-related costs.
🎓 Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or Protected Person in Canada.
- Completion of high school education (or equivalent) by Fall 2024.
- Acceptance into a post-secondary program at an eligible Canadian institution for Fall 2024.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- First generation in the family to pursue post-secondary education
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Amount: $1,000-$5,000
Number of Recipients: ~40
Applications Open: March 11 Application Closes: April 26
Residents of the greater Edmonton area, currently attending or planning to attend a school within the region. Eligible candidates must be enrolled in or intending to enroll in a recognized undergraduate, professional, or applied degree, diploma, or certificate program. Please note that academic upgrading, college preparation, graduate programs, after degrees, and international students are not eligible.
🎓 Eligibility Requirements:
- Positive community involvement and volunteerism are essential. Show us how you've contributed to your community!
- Demonstrate commitment to studies, maturity, and the potential for your program to enhance future employment prospects.
- Financial need is a must.
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For more information on requirements and eligibility, please contact Rachel Leaf, Child and Youth Engagement Facilitator, via email at rachel.leaf@bgcbigs.ca or by text/call at 780-490-6843.
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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!
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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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One to One Scholarship Support Is BACK |
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Please contact Rachel Leaf, Child and Youth Engagement Facilitator, via email at rachel.leaf@bgcbigs.ca or by text/call at 780-490-6843 for this support!
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Please reach out to our Youth Employment Coordinator
Muna Abdulfatah Ahmed
for more information, questions or concerns.
780 699-8506
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