Job Fair Edmonton Returns September 3, 2026
Job Fair Edmonton is back this fall, bringing together job seekers, hiring managers, recruiters, career educators, training providers, and employers for a day of employment and career opportunities in the heart of Edmonton. Taking place at the Edmonton Convention Centre on Thursday, September 3, 2026, this in-person career fair gives you the opportunity to meet employers face-to-face, explore current job openings, apply directly to recruiting organizations, and discover education and training programs that can help you move your career forward.
Whether you are searching for your first job, considering a career change, looking to upgrade your skills, or exploring a new industry, the Edmonton Career Fair and Training Expo provides a convenient place to make valuable connections and learn about your options. Come prepared to meet hiring managers, ask questions, explore career paths, and take the next step toward your future.
Why Attend Job Fair Edmonton?
If you’re looking for work or planning your next career move, Job Fair Edmonton 2026 gives you direct access to employers, recruiters, colleges, government organizations, employment-service providers, and training institutions.
Edmonton and the surrounding Alberta region offer opportunities across healthcare, aviation, financial services, public safety, skilled trades, energy, manufacturing, senior care, hospitality, environmental services, and many other sectors. The career fair gives you a chance to explore these opportunities in person while learning what employers and organizations are looking for.
What You Can Expect
Meet Hiring Managers: Connect directly with employers and recruiters who are looking for motivated and qualified candidates.
Explore Career Opportunities: Discover current and upcoming positions across a variety of industries and learn about career paths that match your skills, experience, and interests.
Apply for Jobs: Bring copies of your resume and be prepared to speak with employers about your qualifications and career goals.
Discover Training Programs: Meet colleges, career-training organizations, and education providers offering programs, diplomas, certifications, and skills development opportunities.
Build Your Network: Make professional connections with employers, recruiters, educators, and other career-minded attendees.
Access Employment Services: Learn about organizations that provide job-search assistance, employment counselling, skills training, career guidance, and other resources.
Free Admission: Reserve your ticket in advance and attend the event at no cost.
Event Sponsors
Employment News
Employment News has been connecting employers and job seekers since 1988. Take charge of your career journey by exploring current job listings, job alerts, employment resources, and the latest opportunities.
Can’t Attend? If you can’t make it to Job Fair Edmonton, you can still explore employment opportunities online through the Employment News Job Board.
Exhibitor Information
The September 3 Job Fair Edmonton will feature employers, recruiters, colleges, government organizations, training providers, and employment-service organizations.
NorQuest College
NorQuest College offers career-focused education and programs designed to help students develop practical skills and prepare for employment. More than 30 NorQuest programs offer work-integrated learning opportunities, giving students valuable hands-on experience outside the classroom. NorQuest also provides pathways for students who may not initially meet admission requirements, helping them begin their studies and work toward their academic and career goals.
Parallèle Alberta
Parallèle Alberta Employability provides free and personalized employment services for French-speaking and Francophone job seekers in Edmonton, Red Deer, and northeastern Alberta. Its government-funded programs help individuals access employment support and resources as they work toward their career goals.
The Career Foundation
The Career Foundation is a results-oriented not-for-profit charitable organization that has connected job seekers with employment opportunities since 1988. It provides job-search assistance, skills training, employment resources, and support for people facing barriers to employment, while also working with employers to create opportunities and connect people with jobs.
Elevate Aviation
Elevate Aviation is a not-for-profit organization founded in Edmonton that works to create greater opportunities and representation in the aviation industry. Through programs including tours, mentorship, webinars, speaking engagements, and its learning centre, Elevate Aviation introduces women and youth to aviation careers and supports underrepresented groups pursuing opportunities in the sector.
Experior Financial Group
Experior Financial Group is a financial services company offering products and services to individuals, families, and businesses. The organization is expanding in the Edmonton area and looking for motivated and committed individuals interested in building a career in financial services.
Calgary Police Service
The Calgary Police Service is looking for caring, passionate, service-oriented people who reflect the diversity of the communities they serve. Career opportunities include frontline patrol positions for candidates who demonstrate strong communication, critical-thinking, and physical-fitness skills.
Strategic Group
Strategic Group is a privately owned Alberta real estate investment company specializing in real estate investment and asset management. The company owns and develops office, retail, and multi-family properties and focuses on creating long-term value through innovative real estate solutions across Alberta.
HealthWork by CBI Health
HealthWork by CBI Health is a free employment service for people in Edmonton and Calgary who are interested in entering the healthcare industry. The program supports people who may have been out of work or who face employment barriers and includes paid volunteer experiences, career-boosting certifications, fitness programming, job-search assistance, and employment placement support.
Combined Insurance
Combined Insurance provides supplemental accident, disability, health, and life insurance products to individuals and families. As part of Chubb, the company has a long history in the insurance industry and offers opportunities for people interested in building careers in financial and insurance services.
41 Canadian Brigade Group – Canadian Armed Forces
The Canadian Armed Forces are hiring for more than 100 full-time and part-time positions. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens and permanent residents who are over the age of 16 and have completed Grade 10. Attendees can learn about military career opportunities and the different roles available across the Canadian Armed Forces.
Connecting Care
Connecting Care provides senior living, hospitality, food services, recreation, and personalized care across Western Canada. With more than 1,800 employees and thousands of suites for seniors, the organization offers career opportunities in areas including healthcare, hospitality, culinary services, human resources, finance, clinical services, and senior living operations.
H&R Block
At the H&R Block Tax Academy, students can learn tax theory and practical skills through flexible online courses. Successful participants receive a certificate of completion and an education tax credit receipt, with opportunities to apply for positions with H&R Block and build a flexible career.
Top Gear Contracting Ltd.
Top Gear Contracting Ltd. provides environmental and geotechnical drilling, direct push, light reclamation, backfilling, fencing, dump truck, skid steer, and light labour services. Operating across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, the company focuses on safety, quality, and reliable service across its projects.
Tire Chalet
Tire Chalet is a family-run business specializing in seasonal tire storage and related services. The company has grown from its original Winnipeg warehouse to locations across Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver, providing opportunities within a growing Western Canadian business.
Aevitas Inc.
Aevitas is a Canadian-owned company providing waste-management and recycling solutions to industrial, commercial, and institutional customers across Canada. The company works with organizations of different sizes to provide environmentally responsible waste solutions.
Apidae Compassion Care
Apidae Compassion Care provides home-support services that help clients maintain independence, dignity, and safety in their homes or care facilities. Its approach focuses on compassionate care and building supportive relationships within the communities it serves.
Royal Canadian Navy
The Royal Canadian Navy protects Canadian sovereignty and interests at sea, both at home and abroad. Attendees can learn about careers in the Navy and discover opportunities to serve Canada while developing valuable professional and technical skills.
Amped Energy Services Ltd.
Amped Energy Services Ltd. provides energy services and solutions across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and North Dakota. The company focuses on safety, efficiency, reliability, and innovative solutions for energy-sector projects of different sizes.
Attendee Checklist
A little preparation can help you get more out of your Job Fair Edmonton experience. Come ready to meet employers, ask questions, and make meaningful professional connections.
Before the Event
- Register for the event and reserve your ticket.
- Update your resume and bring several printed copies.
- Tailor your resume to the industries and positions you’re interested in.
- Research participating employers and training providers.
- Plan your route to the Edmonton Convention Centre.
- Choose professional or business-casual attire.
- Prepare a short introduction that explains your experience, skills, and career goals.
- Make a list of employers and organizations you especially want to meet.
During the Fair
- Introduce yourself to employers and recruiters.
- Ask about current and upcoming job opportunities.
- Find out what qualifications employers are seeking.
- Explore college, diploma, certification, and training programs.
- Ask employment-service organizations about available support.
- Take notes about positions, application instructions, and contacts.
- Keep your resume ready to share with employers.
- Ask thoughtful questions and take the opportunity to learn about different career paths.
After the Fair
- Follow up with recruiters and employers you connected with.
- Apply promptly to positions that match your skills and interests.
- Connect professionally with contacts you made at the event.
- Research training programs that caught your attention.
- Review your notes and identify the opportunities that best fit your career goals.
- Continue checking the Job Fair Tracker for upcoming career fairs across Canada.
Discover Your Next Opportunity in Edmonton
Job Fair Edmonton is more than a place to hand out resumes. It’s an opportunity to meet employers, discover new career paths, explore education and training programs, access employment services, and build professional connections. Whether you’re entering the workforce, searching for a new position, considering a career change, or looking to upgrade your credentials, the Edmonton Career Fair and Training Expo can help you take the next step toward your career goals. Join us on Thursday, September 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB, in Salon 8, 9 & 10.
Be sure to reserve your ticket in advance and come prepared to meet employers, recruiters, educators, and employment organizations. You can also check our Job Fair Tracker for upcoming employment and career events across Canada and stay informed about opportunities to connect with employers, explore training programs, and advance your career.
