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Lifemark Health Group

Physiotherapist

Grande Prairie, AB · On-site

CA$46 - CA$51/hr

Robust onboarding and supervised new grad program. * Ongoing mentorship to support clinical skills development. * Support for specialized services including pelvic health and vestibular ...

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What is a new grad program?

A New Grad Program is a structured initiative offered by companies to recent college or university graduates. These programs are designed to help new graduates transition from academia to the professional world by providing training, mentorship, and hands-on experience in various departments. Participants often rotate through different roles to gain broad exposure and build essential skills. The goal is to prepare new grads for long-term success within the organization and help them identify potential career paths. New Grad Programs typically last from several months to two years, depending on the employer.

What can new graduates expect from the structure and support provided in a typical new grad program?

New Grad Programs are designed to ease the transition from academia to the professional world by offering structured onboarding, mentorship, and rotational assignments. You can expect to work closely with experienced professionals, participate in training sessions, and receive regular feedback to help accelerate your learning curve. These programs typically foster collaborative environments where new grads can network with peers and leaders, laying a strong foundation for long-term career growth within the company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a new grad program, and why are they important?

To thrive in a New Grad Program, you generally need a relevant academic degree, foundational knowledge in your field, and a strong willingness to learn. Familiarity with standard industry tools, productivity software, or basic certification (such as Excel, project management, or coding languages) is often expected. Initiative, adaptability, and communication skills set candidates apart by helping them integrate quickly and build professional relationships. These qualities are crucial for navigating the transition from academia to the workplace and for making a meaningful early impact.

What is the difference between New Grad Program vs Software Engineer?

AspectNew Grad ProgramSoftware Engineer
Required CredentialsRecent graduation, internship experienceBachelor's or higher in CS or related field, some roles may require experience
Work EnvironmentTraining-focused, mentorship programs, entry-level tasksProject development, coding, system design, more independent responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in tech companies for onboarding new graduatesStandard role for experienced professionals in tech industry

The New Grad Program is designed for recent graduates entering the tech industry, offering training and mentorship. In contrast, a Software Engineer role typically requires more experience and involves independent project work. The program serves as a stepping stone into full-time software engineering positions.

What job categories do people searching New Grad Program jobs in Alberta look for?

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Infographic showing various New Grad Program job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Actuarial Analyst - New Grad

Wawanesa Insurance

Calgary, AB • Hybrid

CA$64K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job ID: 10268 


Employment Type: Existing Role

Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work environment that offers flexibility to our employees in balancing in-office (2 days per week OR 15 hours per week in a Wawanesa office) and remote work. You may work from any of the following locations: Winnipeg, MB; Wawanesa, MB; Vancouver, BC; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Lethbridge, AB; Toronto (North York), ON; Kitchener, ON; Ottawa, ON; Montreal, QC; Moncton, NB; Dartmouth; NS. 

Working Business Language: English. This role requires regular interaction with internal and external stakeholders across Canada where the primary business language utilized is English.As such, the successful candidate must be fully proficient in English.   
 

Salary: At Wawanesa, salary is only one component of a holistic, comprehensive and competitive offering that we provide to our employees. In addition to salary, full-time and part-time permanent employees are eligible for an annual bonus plan, leave of absence top-up programs and provided with generous vacation time, personal days, premium free benefits and pension plan. 
 

The salary offered for this role is determined with consideration to various factors, including but not limited to: your work location, local labour market conditions, external market salary data, internal pay equity and the knowledge, skills, experience and anticipated proficiency in the role. The salary starts at $64,150. 

About The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company
Founded in 1896, The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company is one of Canada's largest mutual insurers, 100% owned by its members, with more than $4.1 billion in annual revenue and $12.5 billion in assets. Headquartered in Winnipeg, Wawanesa is the parent company of Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance solutions throughout Canada, and Western Financial Group, a leading national distributor of personal and business insurance. In March of 2026, Wawanesa entered into an agreement to acquire Everest Insurance Company of Canada to strengthen its commercial insurance capabilities and advance its long-term growth strategy.


Wawanesa proudly serves more than 1.8 million members and we are home to more than 3,000 employees across Canada. The company actively gives back to organizations that strengthen communities, donating more than $4 million annually to charitable organizations, including more than $2 million each year in support of people on the front lines of climate change. Learn more at wawanesa.com.

We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an environment that welcomes change and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and advancement on a growing team.

Job Overview

Working with a high degree of autonomy, the Actuarial Analyst provides contributions based on knowledge from the actuarial exam system, and prior relevant academic or work experience. They will apply their knowledge to actuarial analysis in the pursuit of solving business issues and answering business questions.

This role is intended for Actuarial Students who are completing their studies and looking to be considered for full-time, new grad roles at Wawanesa.

Job Responsibilities

  • Analytical
    • Researches, extracts, and manipulates complex data from relevant sources, and assesses data quality
    • Supports the business and overall team by performing analyses/reviews and supporting ad-hoc requests/special projects in a timely manner with support from peers and leaders
  • Process Improvement/Efficiency
    • Evaluates existing processes to find areas for increased efficiency
    • Identifies opportunities for automation of routine tasks
  • Industry
    • Builds insurance knowledge through industry and mainstream news publications
    • Encouraged to represent Wawanesa at external events that may include universities and actuarial clubs
  • Commitment to Learning
    • Commits to professional development and continuous experiential learning to build cross-functional knowledge, technical skills, and mastery in competencies
  • Stakeholder Management
    • Learns who the relevant stakeholders are for key work projects.
  • Project Management
    • Develops awareness and understanding of the different teams that actuaries connect with. Learns how their work connects to the actuarial work.
  • Coaching & Developing Others
    • Reviews analysis of peers and provides thoughtful feedback on reasonableness, completeness and accuracy
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or other related discipline
  • Actuarial or related experience an asset
  • Working towards ACAS designation; 1 CAS exams an asset
  • Communication/Building Relationships
    • Strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrating the ability to convey business terminology and insights that are meaningful and well received
    • Ability to clearly document work and present results to colleagues
    • Ability to ask questions in a manner that yields the required knowledge and/or information
    • Expands business acumen by building relationships with colleagues in other functions
  • Computer/Programming Skills
    • Basic knowledge of Excel, SQL, R, Python and/or other related software/programming languages/actuarial software
    • Ability to adapt to new enterprise system environments
  • Problem solving
    • General knowledge of actuarial science, mathematics, probability, statistics, principles of finance and business, and developing ability to apply this knowledge to problems in insurance
    • Ability to suggest ideas for possible solutions to problems
  • Detail oriented
    • Good attention to detail when performing analysis with minimal significant technical errors
    • Understanding of need to balance materiality/efficiency and accuracy/detail
  • Time Management/Organization
    • Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments in a timely manner, working with leader to prioritize tasks
  • Conflict Management/Teamwork
    • Ability to work efficiently and co-operatively in a team environment. Helps team with value-add tasks.
  • Actuarial Standards
    • Builds knowledge of current industry and professional standards as they directly relate to individual responsibilities


Diversity Equity, Inclusion& Belonging
At Wawanesa, we are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our people - this is supported by having a representative workforce.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender-diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and anyone who can contribute to the further diversification of thought and ideas. 
 

We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out in confidence to jobs@wawanesa.com.
 

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Please note that the recruitment process for this position may involve the use of AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All final decisions are taken or reviewed by human recruiters and human hiring leaders in compliance with all applicable legislation.  
 

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