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How it works

Koda-Cree's Holistic Skilled Labour Program

Job-Seekers

Students from our partnered First Nations communities can be PAID to take our comprehensive 4-week in-class program with an additional 13 weeks of ongoing support. 

85% of our graduates receive immediate employment upon completion.

First Nations Leaders

We’ll work with you to secure grant-funding to cover the cost of most of our program. Bring positive and lasting change to your nation by helping your members become independent and confident to take care of themselves, their families, and their community.

Hiring Companies

Looking for an easy way to fulfill your indigenous hiring requirements? Our graduates will have the training and support they need to be successful members of your team.

Oil Sands Training

All of the tickets you need to be hired, including CSO, CSTS, WHMIS, H2S Alive, Fall Protection, and much more.

Job Readiness Training

All students receive updated resumes that reflect the training done through our program. We also cover camp-life, what to expect on the job, how to manage family while you’re away, etc.

Mental Health

Our professional counsellors run programs on mental health, trauma and addiction, and more, with a focus on understanding how stresses from a new job can be managed in a healthy way. 

Our hiring companies tell us this aspect of our program is most responsible for the success of our graduates.

Financial Fitness

Many graduates have never earned as much as they do with their new jobs. Learning about debt, savings, budgeting, etc., prepares them for these changes and helps graduates see immediate success at work and at home.

Ongoing Support

Graduates receive ongoing support for 3 months after the in-class portion of our program is complete. Our counsellors are available as needed to help graduates adjust to their new jobs, changes in home life, etc.

Trusted Partners

We’ve partnered with some of the largest employers in the oil sands. Their commitment to hiring our graduates is one of the reasons we have such a high success rate.