OUR TOWN HALL: The Graduation Edition | Degrees, Dreams & Direction
Community Conversations on the Issues That Will Shape Our Lives in 2026
Presented by AssureUs Club and TheGlobalMA
The journey doesn't end at graduation—it begins.
Join us for the third edition of Our Town Hall, a growing virtual conversation series that brings together youth, professionals, employers, educators, business leaders, and community members to discuss the realities shaping our future in Canada.
This special Graduation Edition celebrates graduates while tackling one of the most important questions facing young people today:
What happens during the first five years after graduation?
As youth unemployment and underemployment continue to impact communities across Canada, many graduates find themselves navigating uncertainty, changing career paths, and redefining success.
Together, we'll explore:
✅ The gap between potential and opportunity
✅ From your first job offer to building a meaningful career
✅ Creating opportunities when your degree doesn't lead directly to a profession
✅ Youth unemployment, underemployment, and employment scarring
✅ When and how to pivot from "the plan"
✅ The realities of non-linear career journeys
✅ Skills, networks, and mindsets needed to thrive in today's economy
Who Should Attend?
Recent graduates (within the last 5 years)
Current post-secondary students
Early-career professionals
Employers and recruiters
Business leaders and entrepreneurs
Educators and mentors
Community builders and youth advocates
Whether you're celebrating a recent milestone, searching for your next opportunity, hiring talent, or simply wanting to support the next generation, this conversation is for you.
We are inviting participants from Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, Lethbridge, Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, smaller Alberta communities, and beyond to contribute their experiences and perspectives.
Come celebrate youth. Share your journey. Learn from others. Help shape what comes next.