About Us

Meet the #CAESteam

CAES is comprised of diverse and talented professionals, each with unique expertise and a dedication to serve the Calgary community.  Our passionate team members are proud to serve the Calgary business community and job seekers, and we look forward to continuing to partner with local businesses to create and support diverse and inclusive workplaces.

Shawna Yalte

Shawna Yalte

Career Consultant

Shawna Yalte Bio

My journey in non-profit began in 2012 where I trained and worked alongside woman recently in recovery, learn new job skills to help build their capacity for their future career goals. The learning and purpose in my role were a two-way street, I learned just as much from them as they did from me.

I have always felt compelled to work with marginalized people- I believe that to really help others reach their full potential you must walk beside them not in front of them. 

When we can remove the barriers between our candidates and employment we can open up opportunities for people who otherwise become lost in the process. 

Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright

Diversity & Engagement Consultant

Stephen Wright Bio

My cosmic journey in the human services sector has provided me with the wonderful experience of assuming a medley of roles over the last three decades. I’ve been employed in a variety of positions both in Canada and overseas, with the last 20 years in the area of supported employment. My passion lies in the area of career development, and the design and delivery of training curriculum in the human service industry.
Cal Schuler

Cal Schuler

Diversity & Accessibility Consultant

Cal Schuler Bio

I have been an active leader and participant on numerous boards and committees on local and provincial levels. My career began and flourished following my injury in 1975, but my personal experience with a spinal cord injury has fueled my true passion – to assist others who also live with various disabilities, and to promote disability awareness and barrier-free environments.
Jasmine Pettigrew

Jasmine Pettigrew

Career Consultant

Jasmine Pettigrew Bio

I began working in the non profit sector in 2012 and have always been passionate about empowering those around me in both my professional and personal life. Working with marginalized populations to encourage engagement with the communities around them has been a theme in my interactions and work. I am excited to be here at CAES, helping clients find and foster their own rewarding experiences in the workplace and community.
Sierra

Sierra

Service Dog

Sierra Bio

When I’m not assisting Cal, I like to spend my free time napping and searching for treats/ pets.
Jennifer Fournier

Jennifer Fournier

Diversity & Engagement Consultant

Jennifer Fournier Bio

I have worked with people with disabilities for over 20 years. I am currently one of the Diversity and Engagement Consultants at Calgary Alternative Employment Services in Calgary. I am passionate about supported employment and life in general.
Yules Chan

Yules Chan

Career Consultant

Yules Chan Bio

From my past and ongoing adventures in life, I have built up a repertoire of skills and knowledge that have led me to recognize a broader perspective on what makes a good life. As a poet and a background in performance and installation art, I go on to seek knowledge and new ventures into the world of employment with joyful glee and excitement
Pamela Perez

Pamela Perez

Career Consultant

Pamela Perez Bio

I have a degree in Psychology and more than 8 years of experience working as an Inclusion & Diversity specialist, a Behaviour Counsellor, and a Career Consultant for high school students.  My years of experience have taught me the value that diversity has in the community, so I could say that I am truly passionate about being an advocate for inclusion. I am very excited to be part of this amazing team of professionals and help people find their dream jobs as a Career Consultant at CAES.
CAES Year in Review 2018 Newsletter