Empowering Alberta’s Green Workforce
Cultivating and Nurturing Employer Readiness for Green Growth
To meet the growing demand for environmental talent, this project delivers a comprehensive suite of workforce development initiatives. Through targeted HR consulting and strategic employer engagement, we’re equipping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the tools they need to attract and retain environmentally skilled professionals.
Project Components
Customized HR Consulting
Receive up to 15 hours of 1-on-1 support from ECO Canada’s in-house HR specialists. Focused on environmental hiring, workforce planning, and retention strategies—free for 60 selected SMEs.
Interactive Training Workshops
Five sessions across Alberta (virtual + in-person) will train HR staff on:
- Writing clear, targeted job description.
- Conducting inclusive and equitable interviews
- Applying workforce analytics
- Building empowering team cultures
Digital Resource Hub
Access 30–50 downloadable HR templates, self-assessment tools, and best-practice guides to support everyday hiring and team development.
ECOWorks Career Fair
We’re hosting major job fairs in Calgary and online bringing together:
job seekers & students
employers
Sectors: Renewable energy, clean tech, environmental services, disaster recovery
Marketing support includes:
Social media promotion, email campaigns, and local media outreach to maximize impact.
Workforce Track at ECO Impact 2026
A dedicated HR stream at Alberta’s premier environmental workforce conference.
This stream features:
6–8 expert-led sessions and panel discussions
Actionable workshops on workforce strategies
High-value networking for HR leaders and green sector employers
Long-term impact
How C-NER-G helps build a sustainable future:
Stronger Talent Pipelines: SMEs can hire with more confidence and clarity
Increased Innovation: Skilled workers drive technology and systems change
Economic Resilience: Alberta communities benefit from job creation
Global Competitiveness: Green talent is a competitive advantage in today’s world
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Ready to power your green workforce?
Let’s build Alberta’s sustainable future together.
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HR Questions?
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Funding provided by
The Government of Canada, through the Canada–Alberta Job Fund.
