Thank you for registering

Thanks for applying to participate in the Opportunity Medicine Hat Talent Experience. We’re excited about your interest in exploring career opportunities and life in Medicine Hat.

Our team will now review all applications and select a group of candidates whose backgrounds and interests align with participating employers and the program experience.

If selected, you'll explore our city (with travel from Calgary and accommodations covered) and discover why over 90% of residents said they are satisfied with their quality of life and the big city opportunities they find without the added stress, concerns, and much higher living expenses.

Join a Top Employer

Launch your career

Medicine Hat offers something rare: the ability to build professional momentum while maintaining balance, affordability, and quality of life. Here are some of the benefits you could realize by registering for our OpporTOURnity program: 

Career Acceleration

Work on meaningful projects earlier in your career from some of Southeastern Alberta's top employers. 

Access to Leadership

Smaller local teams mean more exposure and mentorship opportunities with experts in your field.

Industry Diversity

Medicine Hat offers opportunities in exciting industries such as energy, aerospace, manufacturing, defence, and more.

Room to Grow

Gain access to real development and career advancement pathways instead of lacking visibility and opportunity. 

What Happens Next

Application Review
Selected candidates will receive an email notification between April 10–17, 2026.

Confirm Your Spot
If selected, you will have until April 22, 2026 to confirm your participation.

Travel and Event Details
Once confirmed, you will receive an official invitation including travel details, the full event agenda, and other important information.

Travel between Calgary and Medicine Hat, as well as hotel accommodation and meals during the program, will be provided for selected participants.

Travel Arrangements

Participants will be offered group transportation from Calgary to Medicine Hat on May 7, 2026, ensuring arrival in time for the evening networking event.

Return transportation to Calgary will be provided on May 8 at the conclusion of the program.

Candidates travelling from outside Calgary are welcome to meet the group at Calgary International Airport and join the arranged transportation. Those who prefer to make their own travel arrangements may do so at their own expense.

What to Expect During the Experience

The two-day experience is designed to introduce you to the career opportunities, employers, and lifestyle that make Medicine Hat a unique place to launch or grow your career.

Evening Networking Mixer

May 7 | 7:00–9:00 PM

The program begins with a relaxed evening mixer where participants can connect with local employers, community leaders, and fellow candidates. This is a chance to start building relationships and get a feel for the professional community in Medicine Hat.

Community & Career Exploration

May 8 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Day two features a guided introduction to the city and its opportunities, including:

  • A city tour highlighting local amenities and lifestyle advantages

  • Opportunities to network directly with employers

  • Insights into key industries shaping the region

  • Site visits to participating businesses

Tour locations will be selected based on participants’ areas of interest and employer availability, ensuring the experience is relevant to your career goals.

After the Event

Following the experience, the Economic Development team will connect with participants to gather feedback and learn about any connections, opportunities, or job outcomes that resulted from the program.

Participants may be invited to complete a short survey and may also have the option to share photo or video testimonials about their experience.

In the Meantime...

Keep an eye on your inbox for updates between April 10–17.

We appreciate your interest and look forward to reviewing your application.

If you want to learn more about our city and what we have to offer, please check out the Move to Medicine Hat website below -- there you'll find testimonials from people who recently relocated to the city, experience guides, lists of things to do and see, and much more! 

This project is funded by a Government of Alberta grant

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533 First Street SE
Medicine Hat, Alberta
T1A 0A9
403-977-0146
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