Free HR Support for
Your Small Business!
Employer Edge provides free HR support to small businesses in Grande Prairie, Whitecourt, and Red Deer. Whether you’re navigating hiring challenges, building policies, improving employee retention, or adapting to seasonal workforce needs, we’re here to help.
Delivered by Ballad, our team of HR professionals, economists, and workforce development experts brings more than ten years of local experience, offering the guidance you need to build a stronger workforce.
Our Services
Employer Edge provides free, hands-on HR and workforce support to help businesses design stronger roles, hire and retain the right people, and build more sustainable workplaces. Check out the 4 services we offer.
Job Design & Workplace Optimization
Learn how to create clear, realistic, and effective roles that align with both business needs and employee strengths.
Labour Market Insights & Employer Voice
Get informed on workforce trends, skill shortages, and labour market changes affecting your industry and region.
Recruitment & Retention Support
Build practical strategies to attract qualified candidates, support successful hiring, and retain the right people.
Comprehensive HR & Workplace Support
Access flexible HR guidance, tools, and resources to support workplace planning, compliance, employee wellbeing, and day-to-day HR needs.
Running a small business is tough — managing people shouldn’t be.
Registering for Employer Edge grants you free access to resources to help elevate your HR practices!
Have questions? Chat with our HR Consultant, Tina Hutter to see which of our three services might be the best fit for you.
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The Chronicles Magazine
Stay up to date on emerging HR and labour trends in Northwest Alberta. Check out our third edition available for download and in print!