Hinton Employment & Learning Place

📣HAPPENING TODAY!!!📣

❓️❓️Confused about Alberta’s referendum questions? You’re not alone; and we’re here to help!

Join Essential Skills Coach Steph Brown as she breaks down the questions into clear, everyday language and explains what they mean.

This is a welcoming, non-partisan information session. No political debate; just straightforward information to help you feel informed and confident.

📅 October 14
⏰ 1:30-3:30 p.m.
📍 Hinton Employment & Learning Place

To register, 💌 [email protected] or ☎️780-865-1686.

We are so grateful for the support of Roost Hinton!!! 150 meals since the start of the school makes a huge difference towards our efforts. Thank you!!! 💪🏽❤️

Thank you Father Gerard Redmond, parents, and students.

Through your support of The Roost program, we've dropped off roughly 150 plates (or bowls) this year.

Most every day we're proud to be making a drop at HELP as part of ECSD's mission "We are Called to Service"

"Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received." - 1 Peter 4:10

We would like to thank everyone who came to support our Fall 2026 Job Fair! It was a great afternoon of good connections.

To the businesses, vendors and educational bodies that attended we like to give a shout out and thank you!
Apprenticeship & Industry Training
ATB
BarBurrito
Barrow Safety
Burger King
Community Futures West Yellowhead
HUB International Insurance
Home Hardware
Hinton HELP – CAEC Program
KOPAR Administration
Maple Sarap Lounge
McDonald's
Montana’s
Mr Mikes
Northwestern Polytechnic
Thai Express
The Brick
Western Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society

Special thank you to Courtney form Hinton & District Chamber of Commerce for assisting in this job fair and helping coordinate employers!

Another Thank you goes out to Suzanne at the Hinton Centre for help coordinating out event, Press'd Sandwiches & Tim Hortons for catering and a lovely shout out to Boston Pizza for their donation of pizzas feed our hungry job seekers!!

If you're an employer who missed out no worries! We are planning our Spring 2027 Job Fair and would love to have you attend please contact Taiya - 780-223-9564 for questions!

✍️ Learn to write your signature!

Would you like to feel more confident signing your name? Join Steph Brown, the Essential Skills Coach at Hinton Employment & Learning Place to learn and practice writing your signature. Whether you’re starting fresh or improving your current signature, come build a useful everyday skill!

📅 October 21, 2026
🕜 1:30–3:30 p.m.
📍 Hinton Employment & Learning Place

To sign up:
📞 780-865-1686
📧 [email protected]

Tomorrow's the Day!!
Come check out some local employers who are hiring!
Some Employers include:
Barrow Safety Services
Home Hardware
ATB
HUB Insurance
Maple Syrap
Montanas BBQ
Dairy Queen .. And MORE!

We also will be having North West Polytechnic attending, CAEC Coordinator, Community Futures West Yellowhead for some learning and other community support!

🎟️ WIN & GIVE BACK! 💛

A chance to win cash while supporting care and connection right here in Hinton!

Every ticket purchased helps support our Community Shelter & Support Centre, providing a safe space and support for community members who need it most. 🏠💛

🏆 1st Prize: $1,000
🥈 2nd Prize: $500
🎟️ Tickets: Just $5 each!
📅 Draw date: December 4, 2026

Get your tickets at:
📍 Hinton Employment & Learning Place
110E Brewster Drive, Hinton
We are open Monday-Friday 8:30am-Noon and 1:00pm-4:00pm

💻 E-transfer:
[email protected] (please include your name, and that it is for our raffle, in the memo like.)
📞 Questions? Call 780-865-1686

Your support helps make a welcoming place possible for our most vulnurable community members. Pick up a ticket, share this post, and help us spread the word! 💛

Raffle operated by Hinton Adult Learning Society.

📣💻 UPDATED SCHEDULE! DIGITAL SKILLS WITH KARL! 💻📣

We’ve made a few changes to our Micro-Credentials in Digital Skills schedule at Hinton Employment & Learning Place! 📅✨

➡️ Check out the updated poster for the full schedule!

🗓️ Fridays
⏰ 1:00–3:00 p.m.
🎓 Earn a certificate in each topic through a short presentation and a hands-on exercise with Karl!

From spreadsheets and professional documents to Google Slides, AI tools and online safety; build practical skills for work, job searching and everyday life! 🚀

Ready to build your digital confidence? Register today!
📞 780.865.1686
📩[email protected]

🍂🎃 FALL INTO LEARNING WITH HELP! 🎃🍂

October is full of opportunities at Hinton Employment & Learning Place! Build your computer skills, explore employment opportunities, get creative, or connect with practical support. There’s something for you here! 💛

💻 FREE FRIDAY CLASSES WITH KARL
Learn useful skills for work and everyday life! All classes run from 1–3 p.m.

📅 October 2: Google Sheets for Job Search & Personal Budgeting
📅 October 9: Google Sheets for Admin
📅 October 16: Google Sheets for Retail Inventory & Ordering
📅 October 23: Google Sheets for Customer Service & Tracking Metrics
📅 October 30: Google Docs

All are welcome! Register and take a step toward feeling more confident with technology.

☕ COFFEE + COMPUTERS WITH KARL
Fridays, 10 a.m.–noon | FREE
Bring your technology questions! Get help with your computer, troubleshoot problems, and learn new skills. Drop in or call ahead to book a time.

💬 MANAGING DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS IN THE WORKPLACE
October 7 | 9 a.m.–noon | FREE
Learn ways to approach those tough workplace conversations with greater confidence.

🤝 HINTON JOB FAIR
October 7 | 10 a.m.–3 p.m. | FREE to attend
📍 Hinton Centre, 965 Switzer Drive
Looking for work or exploring your next step? Come check out the opportunities!

🎨 HALLOWEEN WATERCOLOUR CLASS
October 26 | 1–4 p.m. | $40
Paint a seasonal scene featuring a raven and pumpkins with local artist Karen Shilka. Enjoy an afternoon of creativity and Halloween fun!

🌱 MORE WAYS WE CAN HELP

📚 Learning support: Build reading, writing, communication and numeracy skills, or access courses and one-on-one tutoring to prepare for the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC).

🌎 English language learning: Classes and individual tutoring are available, with online and in-person options. Please call to register—ELL classes are not drop-in.

🖥️ Digital support: Book one-on-one help with basic computer skills or use our computers for online learning, job applications and training.

💼 Employment services: Get help with résumés, cover letters, interviews, job searches and career planning. Ask about STEP-UP, Transition to Employment and Workplace Training programs. Funding and additional supports depend on eligibility.

🗓️ Job Seekers Meetings: Wednesdays, 3–4 p.m. Connect with other job seekers, explore local opportunities and discuss a new employment topic each week.

🏠 Freddy’s Resource Room & Day Space: Access meals, showers, laundry, computer use and practical support if you are experiencing homelessness or barriers to stable housing.

💛 FASD and PCAP support: Services for individuals and families in Hinton, Edson and Jasper.

🌍 Settlement services: Have questions about permanent residency or citizenship? We can help you connect with support.

📞 To register for classes or ask about our services, call 780-865-1686 or email [email protected]

🕣 Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Bursaries are available for those facing financial barriers.

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🧡 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 🧡
HELP offices will be closed Wednesday, September 30 in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Today is a day to honour the children who never returned home, Survivors of residential schools, their families, and their communities. It is also a day to listen, learn, reflect, and recognize the lasting impacts of the residential school system.
Every Child Matters. 🧡
Our offices will reopen for regular hours on Thursday, October 1.