The Alberta AAC, in partnership with Alberta Aviation Futures Alliance (a formal partnership between Elevate Aviation, CAREERS , and Canadian Council for Aviation and Aerospace), addresses critical labor shortages in Alberta’s aviation industry by equipping participants with essential skills and providing direct pathways to employment through internships with industry partners.

Meet the Alberta Aviation Futures Alliance

How Are We Building a Ready, Skilled, Diverse Aviation Workforce?

With Canada projected to face a shortfall of 42,000 to 55,000 aviation workers by 2035, this initiative focuses on immediate and long-term needs in roles such as ground handling, customer service, flight attendants, drone operators, pilots, and AMEs.

Graduates from CAREERS are high school students (Grade 12, Grade 13, or in gap years) who have participated in career-focused aviation programming. These students gain hands-on experience through internships with aviation employers, arriving job-ready with a foundational understanding of workplace safety, operations, and aviation practices. They are eager to grow within the sector and offer strong potential for long-term workforce development.

Participants from Elevate Aviation are typically adult learners seeking a career transition or re-entry into the workforce, often from underrepresented groups such as women, Indigenous peoples, or newcomers. They complete industry-recognized training combined with real-world experience, and are prepared for immediate employment in various operational roles. These candidates bring maturity, diverse perspectives, and a strong commitment to aviation careers—making them valuable, long-term assets to employers.

Are you an employer and looking for interns? Click below:

Are you between ages 16 and 21 and interested in learning about aviation careers? apply for The Elevate aviation BASIC program!

Are you a student who wants to get a head start your aviation career by spending 3 weeks on the job training? Apply for Careers Transportation & Logistics Program!

Note: Select “Shane McKay” as presenter and “Transportation and Logistics” as the program