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The YMCA Employment Centre, in partnership with Medicine Hat College, Community Futures Entre-Corp, and the Government of Alberta, is excited to invite you to Closing the Gap: Linking Youth to Employment on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at the Cypress Centre in Medicine Hat.This event is designed to help employers like you strengthen your workforce, access valuable resources, and connect with motivated youth candidates between the ages 15-24. You’ll gain practical strategies to support and retain young employees, learn about recruitment tools, and even meet potential hires—all at no cost to you.
Event Highlights
1. Employer Information Sessions (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Discover actionable insights on topics that matter:
Occupational Health & Safety
Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment
Supporting a Neurodivergent Workforce
Government Financial Supports
Employment Standards
Mental Health in the Workplace
2. Business & Service Provider Networking (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM)
Connect with local service providers and other businesses to explore programs and strategies that make youth recruitment easier and more effective.
3. Youth Hiring Event (3:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Meet enthusiastic youth candidates face-to-face. Conduct quick pre-screen interviews (3–5 minutes) to identify top prospects and build your shortlist for future interviews.
Why Attend?
Gain tools to retain and support your youth workforce
Access government-funded programs and employer supports
Build connections with local businesses and service providers
Find qualified youth candidates for your open positions
Let’s work together to build a stronger workforce for the future while opening doors for youth!
Register Today by following the link below:
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Event Venue
Cypress Centre, 2339 Amos Pl SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1B 1A1, Canada
Tickets
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