Employment & Training

Indigenous Skills & Employment Training (ISETS) Objective: “…help close the employment and earning gaps between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, with a stronger focus on training for higher quality, better paying jobs rather than rapid re-employment, as well as assisting clients to gain greater skills and find jobs that will support their long-term career success”... Members of Caldwell First Nation may qualify for funding through the employment and training department in the following programs:

1. Indigenous Skills Training Option
To assist clients in obtaining, maintaining, or increasing their current skill levels through a variety of training courses offered by recognized and accredited training institutions.

2. Indigenous Employee Skills Enhancement
To provide an opportunity to those members who are employed to upgrade their skills, to maintain their existing positions or to advance within their company/ organization.

3. Indigenous Job Creation Partnership
To support job creation and on-the-job training projects that meet the needs of the employer. It provides work experience to unemployed persons by creating temporary jobs.

4. Indigenous Labour Force Promotion Option
To create an opportunity for clients to gain access into the labour market by providing them with on-the-job work experience with potential employers.

5. Indigenous Summer Student Employment
To provide aboriginal students the opportunity to gain career related skills and practical on-the-job work experience during their summer break.

6. Indigenous New Start Program
In order for clients to successfully enter or re-enter the labour market, they may access employment supports that are critical to seeking and attaining employment.

Processing applications for funding can take up to 30 days, so be sure to submit your application well in advance of the start date for training or a job placement. Funding is limited.

Caldwell First Nation offers Employment and Training services to the general public that can be accessed for free. Employment and Training services available to everyone needing assistance in the following areas:
- Job Search
- Resume Writing
- Cover Letter Writng
- Interview Preparation
- Employment Counselling