WHY LIFEMARK
Expert support. Real outcomes. Every step of the way.
Choosing the right support makes all the difference. We bring the expertise, the experience, and the genuine commitment to see you through — from your first conversation to long after you've found your footing.
The Lifemark difference
A lot of services will hand you a plan. We build one with you, customized to your unique needs. Lifemark Vocational Services takes the same whole-person approach that defines our broader network.
- Specialists you can trust — career counsellors, employment professionals, job developers, facilitators and return-to-work specialists.
- A plan built around you — tailored, realistic, and focused on outcomes that matter.
- Support that goes the distance — we don't stop at placement.
- Connected to a broader network — Lifemark partnerships and referral pathways.
- Accessible, welcoming services — in person or remotely.
Our impact
27+ years · 200+ staff · 35 languages · 8,000+ clients served annually · 93% client satisfaction
Assessments
Get a clear, honest picture of your strengths, skills, and barriers to employment. Our assessments form the foundation of a plan that's built around you.
Career & Vocational Planning
Not sure what's next? We'll help you explore your options, set realistic goals, and build a direction that fits your life, abilities, and ambitions.
WHERE WE CAN HELP
Our services cover every stage of the employment journey
From understanding where you are today to sustaining meaningful work long-term.
Training & Skills Development
Close the gap between where you are and where you want to be with skill-building opportunities and work simulations.
Employment Support & Intervention
When barriers get in the way, we step in — working with you and, when appropriate, with employers.
Job Search Preparation & Onboarding
From résumé to interviews to settling into a new role — keeping a job matters as much as finding one.
Get started
Reach out to our team. We'll listen and point you toward the right starting place — no referral required to make first contact.
HOW WE HELP
What working with us looks like
- Reach out — We'll listen and point you to the right starting place.
- Assessment — Understand your background, strengths, goals, and barriers.
- Personalized plan — Build a plan that reflects your needs and is realistic to achieve.
- Training & support — Skills development, coaching, and intervention along the way.
- Employment outcome — Ongoing support to help you get settled in a new or previous role.
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Training & support
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Employment outcome
EXPLORE PROGRAMS
Programs designed to get you moving
We offer a range of programs to match where you are in your journey — and where you want to go.
C4W
Calgary — Helps people with disabilities prepare for, find, and succeed in employment.
Aspire
Edmonton — Support people with disabilities to find meaningful employment.
Elevate
Wood Buffalo — Customized pre-employment and job placement support.
Training & Skills
Close the gap with practical, employable skill-building opportunities.
INTAKE & REFERRAL
Ready to take the next step?
Getting started is straightforward. Reach out to our team and we'll help you understand which services or programs are the right fit. You don't need to have it all figured out. That's what we're here for.