Conference focuses on employment opportunities

The Yellowhead Tribal Development Foundation, six independent Alberta First Nations and the Tribal Chiefs Employment and Training Services Association, have formed an alliance to address the labour shortage in Alberta. The three organizations hosted an Employment Partnerships and Job Fair to bring together industry partners, government representatives, private sector and First Nations peoples to create opportunities and promote business partnerships. “There are plenty of opportunities in Alberta and our peoples are ready to fill these jobs. First Nations want to be a part of the economic fabric of this booming economy. We look forward to continued growth and opportunities within our communities,” said Chief Clayton (Tony) Alexis, chairman of the YTDF, in a news release. The employment conference took place in May. YTDF serves five bands, with over 5,000 band members: Alexander First Nation, Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation, Enoch Cree Nation, O’Chiese First Nation and Sunchild First Nation.