Program
Poverty Relief & Employment Support Program
Our Approach
Program Description
The Poverty Relief & Employment Support Program at Happy Hearts Learning Centre (HHLC) provides practical support to low-income families, newcomers, single parents, and individuals facing barriers to employment.
Our goal is to improve economic stability, confidence, and independence by offering job readiness training, vocational guidance, and personalized support.
HHLC works closely with community partners, employment specialists, and social service agencies to ensure participants gain the skills, resources, and connections needed to enter or re-enter the workforce successfully.
We prioritize support for newcomer women, Black and immigrant families, and Indigenous participants who often face systemic barriers to employment and economic inclusion.
Our Approach
Program Objectives
This program aims to:
Strengthen job readiness skills (résumés, interviews, digital literacy, workplace expectations).
Provide vocational guidance for participants exploring new careers or transitioning into Alberta’s job market.
Support newcomer women in overcoming employment, language, and cultural barriers.
Improve economic security for families living below the poverty threshold.
Increase awareness of community resources such as training programs, childcare subsidies, and financial assistance.
Build confidence and self-reliance through mentorship and personalized coaching.
Program Activities
Job readiness workshops (résumé writing, interview practice, job search strategies)
Career and vocational counseling
Employment pathways for newcomer women, including guidance on accreditation and skills upgrading
Referrals to community supports such as Alberta Works, settlement services, and training programs
Digital literacy training (email use, online applications, workplace software)
Financial literacy sessions (budgeting, saving, credit education)
Our Approach
Benefits for Participants
Increased employability and workforce confidence
Clear career direction and personalized job strategies
Greater economic stability and reduced financial stress
Empowerment for women facing additional employment barriers
Stronger connections to local employers and training opportunities
Better understanding of community financial and settlement supports
Improved digital and communication skills
Long-term pathway toward self-reliance and family well-being