Member Spotlight: EMBERS Staffing Solutions
Empowering Communities, One Job at a Time
At the heart of every thriving community lies opportunity — and EMBERS Staffing Solutions has been creating those opportunities since 2008. As a proud division of the non-profit EMBERS (Eastside Movement for Business and Economic Renewal Society), EMBERS Staffing is more than just a staffing agency. It’s a social enterprise on a mission: to connect skilled, ready-to-work individuals with businesses that value both productivity and purpose.
What sets EMBERS apart?
It’s their double-bottom line approach — measuring success not just by profits, but by the positive social impact they create. From construction and warehousing to administration and manufacturing, EMBERS Staffing provides full-service staffing solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses across British Columbia, and now Alberta.
But they don’t stop at job placements. EMBERS wraps every worker in a support system designed for long-term success. This includes:
- Certified skills training
- Free Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Transportation to job sites
- Medical and dental benefits
These wraparound services ensure that workers are not only job-ready but also life-ready.
EMBERS’ innovative model hasn’t gone unnoticed. In 2020, they were honored with the Governor General’s Innovation Award, recognizing both the organization and its visionary CEO, Marcia Nozick, for their groundbreaking work in social enterprise
Fun Fact
Marcia Nozick is also the author of “No Place Like Home: Building Sustainable Communities”, a book for its visionary take on urban development and social equity.
Their motto, “One person, one job, one day at a time,” speaks volumes. It’s a simple yet powerful reminder that meaningful employment can transform lives — and communities.
Contact Information
Visit them online: www.embersstaffing.com
Email: edmonton@embersstaffing.com
Phone: 587-816-0781
Edmonton Office: 101-10242 105 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 3L5
Vancouver Office: 240-111 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1H4
Follow on Social Media: @embersorg
