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2026 WorkFirst Alberta Summit – Thrive Employer Breakfast

An invite-only employer breakfast exploring how digital tools and emerging technologies are transforming recruitment and workforce planning. Attendees will get a first look at the latest enhancements to Thrive’s Talent Exchange suite of tools, designed to connect employers and talent more effectively.
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Edmonton Expo Centre, Breakout Stage
· Edmonton, AB
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What we will cover

  • How digital tools are transforming recruitment and workforce planning.
  • Emerging technologies helping employers connect with talent more effectively.
  • Improving candidate matching through technology.
  • How employers can navigate an increasingly complex labour market.
  • A brief walkthrough of the Talent Exchange’s new candidate-matching engine.

Who it is for

Designed for employers, HR leaders, and workforce development professionals looking to modernize how they hire. If strengthening your talent pipeline is on your radar, this conversation is for you.

What you will leave with

Practical insight into how digital tools can help you connect with talent more effectively, strengthen candidate matching, and make more informed workforce decisions.

Format

A two-hour employer breakfast featuring a brief walkthrough of the Talent Exchange’s new candidate-matching engine, presented by Jeffrey Doucet, CEO of Thrive Career Wellness. The event takes place as part of the 2026 WorkFirst Alberta Summit. Seating is limited and attendance is by invitation only.

Details can change. Times, venues and availability are confirmed when you register. If anything here does not match what you were told, the confirmation email is the authority — or ask us.

Save your spot

Free to attend. You’ll get a confirmation straight away, and the joining details — venue, agenda, parking or the webinar link — as soon as they’re confirmed.

Registration

Registration for this event is handled by the organizer. You will be taken to their site to request a place.

AT A GLANCE
September 24, 2026
Time8:00 AM – 10:00 AM MT
VenueEdmonton Expo Centre, Breakout Stage
Edmonton, AB
FormatIn Person
Free
RegistrationLimited spots

Who it’s for

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