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.

Mylaine Tsaprailis
CEO, Calgary Alternative Support Services
Mylaine Tsaprailis Bio

Shawna Yalte
Program Coordinator
Shawna Yalte Bio
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.

Melissa Hall
Assistant Program Coordinator
Melissa Hall Bio
I am looking forward to starting my new journey here at CAES as a Career Consultant. I will continue to use my education, knowledge, and experience in advocating and promoting an inclusive workplace for individuals who have a barrier to employment.

Jasmine Pettigrew
Career Consultant
Jasmine Pettigrew Bio

Yules Chan
Career Consultant
Yules Chan Bio

Landon Sweet
Career Consultant
Landon Sweet Bio
I love the opportunity to work with folks who are looking for employment, even though the odds are unfairly stacked against them in such a hyper-competitive and uncertain market. I also enjoy the time spent with folks in self-discovery, learning new things about themselves and getting a better idea of what types of careers can make them feel fulfilled! I think as we undergo a cultural and generational shift in the years to come the work that CAES is doing will be seen as integral to our community: past, present, and future. We can make change and even the odds together!

Cal Schuler
Diversity & Accessibility Consultant
Cal Schuler Bio

Sierra
Service Dog
Sierra Bio

Sarah Fitzpatrick
Diversity & Engagement Consultant
Sarah Fitzpatrick Bio

Brock Haug
Diversity and Engagement Consultant
Brock Haug Bio
Hi, I’m Brock, and I’m a Diversity and Engagement Consultant with CAES. I have worked in the human services sector since 2007 in various support and supervisory roles throughout Alberta, BC and Saskatchewan. My career has introduced me to people from all walks of life, and my purpose in work is to help others lead rich, fulfilling lives. I have worked with individuals experiencing a wide range of conditions including chronic illness, addiction, and the effects of poverty, always with the intent to help others build the lives they want to live. At CAES, I strive to help individuals develop their skills and realize their goals in the workplace and beyond. Outside of the office, you can find me at the gym or on the hiking trails enjoying Alberta’s beautiful landscapes. I am a musician and a DJ and I love all animals, my two cats Salome and Lorelei most of all.
If I’m not working, you will find me at home playing video games far too late into the night, hanging out with my two dogs and three cats, or camping during those warm summer months.
I’m am thankful to begin my journey with the CAES department as a Career Consultant and hope to reach the goal of ensuring all are successful in their journey through the workforce while continuously promoting our candidates to be the best versions of themselves.
As a member of the CAES team, my goal is to continue to utilize my education, knowledge and experience to assist individuals gain and retain meaningful employment, as well as promote the growth of diverse and inclusive workplaces.

Robyn Omelchuk
Career Consultant
Robyn Omelchuk Bio
When I’m not at work, you can find me outside hiking up mountains or skiing down them!
I am excited to be at CAES as a Career Consultant to continue to grow, as well as advocate and promote community connections and welcoming workplaces.

Preeti Saini
Career Consultant
Preeti Saini Bio
I have worked in the non-profit sector since 2014, and I am passionate about empowering others and strive to create a positive impact on the lives of those that we serve. My work and volunteer experiences in the human services field have allowed me to develop a greater awareness and appreciation of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and the factors that may impact their work readiness. Moreover, it has deepened my understanding of the support, advocacy and inclusion strategies that may be necessary to overcome the barriers to employment and help set the individuals up for success in the workplace.
As a member of the CAES team, my goal is to continue to utilize my education, knowledge and experience to assist individuals gain and retain meaningful employment, as well as promote the growth of diverse and inclusive workplaces.

Candice Forbes
Diversity and Engagement Consultant
Candice Forbes Bio
My main goal is to have a positive impact on the lives of people to whom I support, by training and educating them with skills and knowledge needed to be the most successful in the industry of their choice.
I am incredibly grateful to be a part of such an amazing team and I’m looking forward to helping candidates find meaningful employment.

Kennedy Hughes
Diversity & Engagement Consultant
Kennedy Hughes Bio
It is my goal to ensure that everyone has a safe and non-judgmental environment to have their needs understood, heard and met. I have ample experience in helping individuals become comfortable with their uniqueness, implementing and embracing inclusion, and assisting people in their efforts for autonomy. I am so lucky to work at an organization with a similar mission statement! When I am not at work, I enjoy working out, roller blading, and mentoring at-risk youth.

Andrea Ling
Career Consultant
Andrea Ling Bio
Hello! My name is Andrea, and I am a Career Consultant with Calgary Alternative Employment Services (CAES). I have been working in the Human Services field for the past 15 years and have developed a great passion for advocating and supporting people with disabilities. My goal at CAES lies within my passion for helping people access employment that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion. Developing strong relationships is the foundation of everything I do professionally and personally. Building people up, highlighting their specific strengths, and offering gentle guidance is something I continuously strive for. I am so grateful to be a part of this fantastic team at CAES and an organization that values and supports marginalized populations.Outside of the office, you can find me hiking through the beautiful Kananaskis mountains, out for a bike ride, or spending time with my family friends and sugar pie my adoring cat.

Kaitlin Tuck
Career Consultant
Kaitlin Tuck Bio
I started working for CASS in 2019 and began my involvement with Human Services as a day support worker. Working solely in the community provided me with extensive opportunities to work with a multitude of insightful and inspiring people. Although my background is in Criminal Justice, working with those with disabilities has given me a new outlook on individuals who are more often ostracized and face numerous barriers which limit their growth. CASS continuously provides a plethora of opportunities to work in a number of sectors and allow employees such as myself flourish and learn more from our co-workers and candidates each day. Working with CAES provides the incredibly rewarding task of helping our candidates successfully grow into strong willed employees for a number of business throughout the city.
If I’m not working, you will find me at home playing video games far too late into the night, hanging out with my two dogs and three cats, or camping during those warm summer months.
I’m am thankful to begin my journey with the CAES department as a Career Consultant and hope to reach the goal of ensuring all are successful in their journey through the workforce while continuously promoting our candidates to be the best versions of themselves.
As a member of the CAES team, my goal is to continue to utilize my education, knowledge and experience to assist individuals gain and retain meaningful employment, as well as promote the growth of diverse and inclusive workplaces.
