AHS Indigenous Healthcare Career Exploration Registration - Calgary

Indigenous Healthcare Careers Exploration Day - Calgary - Peter Lougheed Health Centre
Welcome to the Alberta Health Services (AHS) Indigenous Healthcare Career Exploration Day 2025!

Date: August 13, 2025
Arrival Time: 8:00 am
Event Time: 8:15 am – 4:15 pm (The final schedule will be emailed approximately two weeks prior to the event.)
Location: Peter Lougheed Health Centre, Calgary.

What’s Included:
- Lunch and snacks
- Exclusive AHS swag for each attendee

We are thrilled to invite Indigenous students entering grades 9, 10, 11, or 12 to join us for an enriching exploration of healthcare careers within Alberta Health Services.

This in-person event is designed for students eager to discover the multitude of career pathways available in the healthcare sector. Whether you're interested in medicine, nursing, administration, or technology, this event offers a unique glimpse into the diverse opportunities awaiting you.

In alignment with the spirit of Reconciliation and the Calls to Action, we are proud to waive registration fees for Indigenous students. Your registration includes lunch, snacks, and exclusive AHS swag for each student to take home. We look forward to welcoming you to this enriching experience.

Important Information:
- Space is limited to 24 participants. Registration will close once capacity is reached.
- Some sessions may include medical images or scenarios that could be graphic or sensitive for some participants.

For questions or further information, please contact youth.careers@ahs.ca

We look forward to seeing you at the AHS Indigenous Healthcare Career Exploration Day 2025!

At this time, the Calgary Healthcare Career Exploration Day is exclusively open to self-identified Indigenous students.

If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please complete this form.

This registration process will now end. We encourage you to check out our other Healthcare Career Exploration Day events and opportunities on the Alberta Health Services Student Engagement webpage for more information.
Are you First Nations, Metis or Inuit?*

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How do you identify?
Which community or Indigenous organization are you connected to?
In alignment with the spirit of Reconciliation and the Calls to Action, we are proud to waive registration fees for Indigenous students. Your registration includes lunch, snacks, and exclusive AHS swag for each student to take home. We look forward to welcoming Indigenous students to this enriching experience

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Participant/Student's Name*

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Participant/Student's Email (best email to send participant information to) *
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Parent or Guardian's Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent or Guardian's Phone Number*
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Parent or Guardian's Email*
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Address

Street Address

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Name of school that the participant/student attends (no acronyms please):*
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What grade are you in? This is only open to participants/students currently in Grade 9 - 12.*

Grade 9Grade 10Grade 11Grade 12
Why are you interested in attending this Healthcare Exploration Day?*
What career(s) are you hoping to learn more about?
How did you hear about the event? *
What career(s) are you currently interested in upon graduation?

Food Requirements and Allergies

To help us ensure everyone’s safety and comfort during the Healthcare Career Exploration Days, please list any allergies, dietary restrictions, or food preferences you (the participant) have in the space below.

This includes:
- Food-related allergies
- Allergies to medications or medical equipment
- Dietary preferences or religious-based requirements
Your health and well-being are very important to us, and providing this information allows us to accommodate your needs effectively.

Examples of what to include:
- If you follow a Halal diet, please indicate “Halal.”
- If you are lactose intolerant or allergic to dairy, please note “Lactose intolerant” or “Allergic to dairy.”
- If you do not eat pork, please write “No pork.”
- If you follow a vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free diet, please list it here.
- Any other allergies, dietary restrictions, or preferences — please specify.
Meal Details:

We are currently planning to serve pizza or Subway. If you have concerns about these options or require an alternative, please indicate that in the space provided below.

Your health, safety, and comfort are our top priorities. If you need any special accommodations or have questions, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Food Requirements and Allergies

Thank you for your submission!

Please note:
- This experience falls under the AHS Job Shadow Policy and will adhere to its requirements.
- Participants must:
  - Adhere to all hospital site requirements.
  - Complete the required tasks included in the confirmation email, which may consist of:
    
    Watching the Information & Privacy and IT Security & Awareness video.
    
    Completing the online learning module.
    
    Submitting the signed Confidentiality and User Agreement found on the last page of the module before the scheduled day.
    
    Complete the AHS Media Release form.
  - It is strongly recommended for participants to have the following vaccinations and/or immunizations: Chicken Pox (varicella), Hepatitis B, Influenza, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Polio, Tetanus Diphtheria and Whooping Cough (Pertussis). Proof of other immunization/immunity may be required, subject to unit-specific requirements.
- Many of our facilities and units are scent-free environments. Please refrain from wearing perfumes, colognes, or other scented products.
- Wear closed-toed shoes comfortable for long periods.
During your experience you may find yourself in contact with diagnosed and undiagnosed vaccine preventable infections. If you are vaccinated, you are less likely to contract and spread the diseases you encounter.

At this time, Calgary Healthcare Career Exploration Day is only open to self identified Indigenious students. If you wish to be on the wait list, please complete this form.
Thank you for your submission.
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