Maskwacis Employment Center
Empower the independence of our clients
Mission
Successfully assists and promotes the independence of clients to prepare for, obtain and maintain employment through client based services and collaborative partnerships.
Upcoming Events: MEC Fall Job Fair 2026
MEC IS SO EXCITED TO BE HOSTING OUR FALL JOB FAIR WITH A NEW PARTNER!!
Job Fair – Maskwacis Employment Centre and The Leduc, Nisku & Wetaskiwin Regional Chamber of Commerce are partnering together to host a Career and Job Fair on November 5th, 2026. This event is being hosted in partnership with the Alberta Chambers of Commerce, with support from the Government of Alberta and the Government of Canada.
Whether you're exploring new career opportunities, looking for your next role, considering a career change, or hoping to connect with local employers, or employment services agencies this event provides an opportunity to meet organizations actively hiring in your region.
What to Expect:
- Meet employers from a variety of industries and sectors
- Learn about current job openings and career opportunities
- Connect directly with hiring managers and recruitment teams
- Explore training, employment, and workforce development resources
- Expand your professional network within your local community
To register a for a table/booth at the career fair please complete this form:
Job Seekers can also register as a participant for this event to get event notification and engage with hiring employers who have a booth registration.
Maskwacis Youth Expo 2026
MEC is excited to host our 2nd Annual MEC Youth Expo!
Join us on August 18, 2026, at the Four Nations Arena for a day dedicated to inspiring, empowering, and motivating the youth of Maskwacis.
This year's event will feature special keynote presentations from:
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Kendal Netmaker, award-winning entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker.
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Skylene Gladue (Nipiy Iskwew), actress from Bear Grease, director, model, and advocate.
The Expo will also include a Career Fair, providing youth with opportunities to explore educational pathways, career options, entrepreneurship, and personal development.
Our goal is to inspire and empower Maskwacis youth by connecting them with successful Indigenous leaders, professionals, and organizations that can help shape their future.
We look forward to welcoming students, families, educators, and community members for an engaging and impactful day of learning, networking, and inspiration.
Date: August 18, 2026
Location: Four Nations Arena
Event: 2nd Annual MEC Youth Expo
Client Services
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Employer Connections
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Job Fairs
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Employment Readiness Sessions
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Job Referral
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Resume & Cover Letter Preparation
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Interview Preparation & Mock interviews
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Budgeting, life skills
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Labour Market Information
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Client Skills Database
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Career & Employment Workshops/Planning
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Exposure Courses (Safety tickets)
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Client Computers, Fax
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Maskwacis Nations Labour Market Resource Center
Vision
The Maskwacis Employment Center Society empowers the independence of our clients.
Nisihtoskawananik maskwaciwiniwak tawaskawitotamasocik tehenohteatoskecik
Mission
MEC successfully assists and promotes the independence of clients to prepare for, obtain and maintain employment through client-based services and collaborative partnerships.
Values
Self-worth
Pride and Success
Accountability and Transparency
Teamwork, Collaboration and Networking
Responsibility
Equity and FairnessCultural Identity, Elder Support and Guidance
Service
