All learners should have equal access to education and the tools necessary to expand their learning opportunities. Through our partnerships with government, industry and individual donors, we deliver valuable educational programs, including in-school literacy initiatives and trades programs for high school and Indigenous youth.
“This year we had one student who uses a device for her speech. She was so excited to get the graphic novel, she typed the sentences into her device so that it could read it to her. The other students loved this and took turns typing for her so it could be read out loud in their little group.”
- Teacher, Books For Kids Program
Literacy
Programs
By providing children with the essential tools they need, we increase our impact on literacy levels and allow young minds to soar with the joy of reading.
High School
Trades Careers
Guided by industry professionals, our program opens a world of possibilities with unique, immersive hands-on learning experiences in state-of-the-art facilities located off-campus.
Indigenous
Trades Careers
We provide safe and inclusive training environments where Indigenous high school students and young adults can learn practical skills and unlock their potential in the skilled trades.
News & Events
- News
The Educational Partnership Foundation was proud to partner with the Flames Foundation and Calgary Flames players Zach Whitecloud (no. 28) and Zayne Parekh (no. 19) for a recent Books for Kids and Reading…Give it a Shot! presentation at Holy Trinity School. During the visit, students heard messages about perseverance, teamwork and kindness. After the event, […]
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The Educational Partnership Foundation was proud to partner with the Flames Foundation and Calgary Flames players Zach Whitecloud (no. 28) and Zayne Parekh (no. 19) for a recent Books for Kids and Reading…Give it a Shot! presentation at Holy Trinity School. During the visit, students heard messages about perseverance, teamwork and kindness. After the event, […]
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- News
The Edmonton Leader’s Dinner brought together industry, government, and labour partners for an evening of meaningful dialogue focused on the future of Alberta’s skilled trades workforce. TEPF President & CEO Barb Simic joined colleagues from the Building Trades of Alberta (BTA) and several TEPF Training Partners to discuss opportunities to enhance trades training and apprenticeship […]
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- News
The Educational Partnership Foundation held its Annual General Meeting on March 11, 2026, hosted in person at Bennett Jones LLP and streamed remotely for attendees across the province. We were thrilled to welcome a strong turnout of funders, education and training partners, and supporters who joined our board and staff to reflect on another impactful […]
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