A place to make your own way
The food retail/wholesale industry operates all across Canada, in the biggest cities and smallest towns. It offers an incredibly wide range of jobs—from front cash to head office. All of that means you have more choice about where you can work and the kinds of job you can do. No matter what position you start out in, you can go almost anywhere—there are many opportunities to build on your skills, advance your career and earn higher wages.Employers are looking for Aboriginal persons to work in their food retail/wholesale businesses. Connect with your Band Council, a Friendship Centre or other organization to put yourself at the top of the list.
“My job in the food retail/wholesale industry”
Read the stories of Aboriginal persons who have found success in our sector.
Floral Department Operator
Janet began her career in the food retail/wholesale industry as a cashier and moved on to stocking shelves. But as a hobby florist, her heart was always set on working in the floral department. When a position opened up, she leapt at the opportunity. Janet took over full responsibility for the shop during her manager’s sick leave and has been running the floral department for two years now.
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Second Assistant Manager
Alanna didn’t expect that taking a job as a part-time courtesy clerk would launch her on a career journey, but that’s exactly what happened when she entered the food retail/wholesale industry. Within a year, she became a cashier and assumed some cash-office responsibilities. When the company posted management openings, her interest was piqued. After a year as Person in Charge, she became Second Assistant Manager.
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Learn more about the supports and services available
Check out the CGHRC Workplace Diversity Directory (WDD)—our national database of organizations that provide employment services and financial support to Aboriginal persons.