Beyond the Oil Sands: Alberta’s Emerging Sectors are Shaping the Future of Project-Based Hiring

Project Employers Should Pay Attention to Growth Industries Like Clean Energy, Tech-Driven Infrastructure, and Advanced Manufacturing.

Bridging the Skilled Trades Gap in Fort McMurray — Strategic Solutions for Oil Sands and Industrial Employers

Skilled trades are the backbone of Fort McMurray’s economy. Discover how employers can tackle critical shortages in heavy equipment, millwrighting, and more for sustained success.

Building a Resilient Workforce: Smart Strategies for Fort McMurray's Diverse Talent Pool

Future-proof your Fort McMurray projects by strategically engaging local and underutilized talent. FORT MCMURRAY LABOR SOURCE shows you how.

Community-Rooted Talent — The Strategic Advantage of Local and Indigenous Recruitment in Fort McMurray

Local and Indigenous talent is key to Fort McMurray's workforce stability. Discover how community-rooted recruitment improves retention, strengthens relationships, and boosts operational readiness.

Navigating Alberta's 2025 Labor Market: Key Trends for Employers

In 2025 Alberta’s labor market is undergoing a dramatic transformation. As employers face a rapidly evolving workforce landscape, understanding these changes is critical for making informed staffing decisions.

Oil Sands

Reducing Turnover in Alberta’s Project-Based Workforce: Smart Retention Strategies That Work

High turnover isn't just a headache—it’s a hidden cost that delays projects, drains productivity, and affects workplace safety.

Reducing Turnover in Project-Based Roles: How Workforce Stability Drives ROI for Alberta Employers

Practical Staffing Solutions That Strengthen Retention Across Oil Sands, Construction, and Public Sector Projects.

Retention in the Oil Sands — Beyond Wages and Into the Heart of Workplace Culture

High wages aren't enough in the Oil Sands. Discover how to build a strong workplace culture that retains skilled workers, boosts morale, and ensures project success.

Strategic Partnerships — Meeting Alberta’s Evolving Workforce Needs Together, Beyond Core Industries

Discover how Fort McMurray Labor Source forms client-specific staffing partnerships to help Alberta employers in diverse sectors access skilled, site-ready talent quickly and efficiently.

The Shifting Age Profile in Oil Sands Staffing — Why Mid-Career Retention is the Unsung Hero of Workforce Stability

The Oil Sands face a mid-career talent drain. Learn why retaining 35–44-year-olds is crucial & how to build resilient project teams.

Top In-Demand Occupations in Alberta for 2025: What Employers Need to Know

Discover the key occupations in high demand across Alberta and how FORT MCMURRAY LABOR SOURCE can be your strategic partner in securing top talent.

Why Remote Workforce Management Demands a Different Staffing Strategy

How Employers Can Optimize Productivity and Retention in Fort McMurray’s Isolated Project Environments.

Workforce Planning for Seasonal and Shutdown Projects in the Oil Sands: Meeting Tight Timelines and Compliance with Precision Staffing

Every shutdown season in the Oil Sands brings a flurry of activity—tight windows, high safety stakes, and a surge in skilled labor demand.