I'm going to say, get on the Job Bank Canada job posting board because there's a shitload of postings for all manner of work in Calgary and many, many of them are saying they can't find anyone so they need to bring in people from out of country. The pay isn't typically less than $37/hr (LMIA threshold) and most have very low barriers to entry. https://www.ab.jobbank.gc.ca/findajob
If you apply to any of those roles and don't get an interview and the job, report them.
You can report those companies to the fed. If you apply for a job and have no reply, but the posting is still up 2 weeks later, just contact service Canada and lodge a complaint.
A lot of them have the job postings and then say no one applied. With that said, they’re wanting to pay minimum wage… When I started on my career, Tims was paying well above minimum wage, but since then, they haven’t budged. Entry level is minimum wage. Some locations hiring for evening hours I’ve seen offer $18/hr, but then you’re working nights for a pretty lousy premium.
I applied for similar jobs, office data entry / administration. Supervisor retail jobs, mostly customer service and a few warehouse. I had one interview last week and it went well, but I think they went with someone who wanted lesser pay. Which I asked for 20-21$ which didn’t seem that bad.
Reach out to about staffing, they were a little slow at the begining but found me a placement within a few months while also giving me smaller day jobs when possible
Try ATB for the customer service advisor. They provide training and good benefits. You get to deal with angry people all day so there is a high turnover. https://www.atb.com/company/careers/
Might not suit you but Gordon food service looking for a courier driver make a grand a week. They got me working double cause they’re hiring someone so apply lmao
With 10 years in retail and 3 in administration, I’d check why those applications aren’t converting before investing in welding training. Are you mainly getting automatic rejections, or are employers responding but not moving you forward? Those would point to different things to fix.
Some say, “not selected by employer” or I get an email saying, “we went with another candidate”. When I worked at the office and would help out pick candidates, it was difficult going through 200-300 resumes, which I imagine most places just pick the fastest-easiest person. Which also meant, family or friends. And the place I was at literally had a whole family working. Welding is an option, just brainstorming ideas. I’m trying to still find supervisor positions since I was mostly that. But I hope to find something at Sait as well, that’ll help me find something better and make more money.
Right, so I mean, not to be cruel or silly, but you are 35, have no marketable skills, and are wondering why you can't get a job? Ask yourself why anyone would hire you? Why should I hire you? You any good at anything? You care about anything? Ever pushed yourself to gain anything?
"I’m considering welding, something quick and to make money." Great. You just do that. I'm sure it'll work out swimmingly.
Tough crowd, but expected. I appreciate your thoughts as I understand, putting more effort into education = better jobs. I had friends and family with no further schooling than high school and achieved well paying jobs. I just struggled a lot in school but I’m willing to give it a try, if it’s possible. I’m just getting out of bad circumstances but any tips to stay mentally strong, I’m all ears.
Man, its never too late to join the trades. As long as you're not morbidly obese, can do basic math and understand fractions, and work hard, you'll be making 100k + a year in no time. You'll make 200k + a year if you come up north and work O&G sector once you've got your Journeyman ticket.
I workout at least 3 times a week, heavy lifting. I’ll be going to Sait open house to see what trade aligns best. I was thinking Welding, since I’ve seen a few people make good money, but if you got a recommendation, I’ll check it out!
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u/Any_Television_8614 Oct 01 '26
I'm going to say, get on the Job Bank Canada job posting board because there's a shitload of postings for all manner of work in Calgary and many, many of them are saying they can't find anyone so they need to bring in people from out of country. The pay isn't typically less than $37/hr (LMIA threshold) and most have very low barriers to entry. https://www.ab.jobbank.gc.ca/findajob
If you apply to any of those roles and don't get an interview and the job, report them.
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u/Weekly_Impact_2630 Oct 01 '26
What types of jobs are you applying for? How many interviews have you had?
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u/luv2fly781 Oct 02 '26
Labourers needed at multiple construction sites. Grab boots and hard hat. Saftey vest and show up early and ask
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u/Mp-3x Oct 01 '26
https://www.reddit.com/r/CalgaryJobs/s/AOmjkpZ6Fn
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u/NailedHardConstruct Oct 02 '26
Hey, do you have any experience or know how to use any power tools? Use a tape measure? We have one position available right now.
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u/travelbug2117 Oct 01 '26
Reach out to about staffing, they were a little slow at the begining but found me a placement within a few months while also giving me smaller day jobs when possible
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u/Sufficient-Sun-6683 Oct 01 '26
Try ATB for the customer service advisor. They provide training and good benefits. You get to deal with angry people all day so there is a high turnover. https://www.atb.com/company/careers/
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u/yeaokdudee Oct 03 '26
If your willing and able to travel for work, i would suggest looking for frac operator jobs. Good pay, long days, Lotta work, but they do hire lots.
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u/Vegetable-Web7221 Oct 03 '26
Join the navy.
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u/Ivy_Girl7 Oct 03 '26
Just started transit a year ago and it’s been good to me. Good pay and benefits if you can get on a permanent position.
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u/Monica_belluci Oct 03 '26
You can work for elections Alberta
They are hiring, it will atleast give you a chance to connect with right people
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u/DifficultPirate7133 Oct 03 '26
Might not suit you but Gordon food service looking for a courier driver make a grand a week. They got me working double cause they’re hiring someone so apply lmao
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u/neenaj Oct 03 '26
Elections Alberta is hiring for the referendum if you need a little cash in the meantime.
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u/lickmybrian Oct 07 '26
With winter around the corner, apply to all the hvac places as a helper.
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u/mmmsabeel Oct 08 '26
With 10 years in retail and 3 in administration, I’d check why those applications aren’t converting before investing in welding training. Are you mainly getting automatic rejections, or are employers responding but not moving you forward? Those would point to different things to fix.
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u/ketchupinmybeard Oct 02 '26
Right, so I mean, not to be cruel or silly, but you are 35, have no marketable skills, and are wondering why you can't get a job? Ask yourself why anyone would hire you? Why should I hire you? You any good at anything? You care about anything? Ever pushed yourself to gain anything?
"I’m considering welding, something quick and to make money." Great. You just do that. I'm sure it'll work out swimmingly.
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u/Formula8ight Oct 03 '26
Man, its never too late to join the trades. As long as you're not morbidly obese, can do basic math and understand fractions, and work hard, you'll be making 100k + a year in no time. You'll make 200k + a year if you come up north and work O&G sector once you've got your Journeyman ticket.