Over $7m invested in skilled trades workers in Windsor

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Windsor – Canada’s workforce needs more skilled trade workers. Demographic shifts and high retirement rates are fueling demand and an ever-growing need to recruit and train thousands more Canadians in the skilled trades. That is why the Government of Canada is investing in the skilled trades, ensuring that Canadians from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds have access to …

Helping 6600 internally educated healthcare professionals 

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Winnipeg – Across Canada, Canadians are facing labour shortages and the demand for qualified workers continues to grow. Long wait times and difficulty finding a family physician are far too common for people across the country. That is why the Government of Canada is investing to speed up accreditation for internationally educated health professionals (IEHP). Minister of Employment, Workforce Development …

Over $2m investment to support Alberta’s health technology sector

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Over $2.1 million through PrairiesCan will enable Alberta technology firms to ramp up commercialization of in-demand mobility and home health technologies.   Edmonton – Small- and medium-sized health technology companies play a vital role in developing innovative solutions that contribute to the quality of life of Canadians of all ages and abilities. These technologies are pivotal in enabling many older …

Improvements underway for seniors centre in Edmonton

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Edmonton — The Northgate Lions Senior Centre will become more energy efficient and accessible thanks to a federal investment of more than $2.3 million. This project was announced by Minister Randy Boissonnault, Amarjeet Sohi, Mayor, City of Edmonton, and Ron Nichol, President of the North Edmonton Seniors Association (NESA). The rehabilitation of the centre will replace major mechanical and electrical systems …

Canada invests in crime prevention in Edmonton

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Edmonton – Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages and Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, and His Worship Amarjeet Sohi, Mayor of Edmonton, announced a federal investment of more than $4.2 million to prevent gun crime and gang violence in Edmonton. This investment will help address the root causes of crime by supporting community-led projects for …

Week to start thinking about post-secondary education savings

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Gatineau – Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, issued the following statement to highlight Education Savings Week 2023 in Canada: ’This year is one for the books. As we celebrate the Canada Education Savings Program’s (CESP) 25th anniversary, we are highlighting the benefits of saving for education after high school. Investing in young people is investing …

Helping end Indigenous homelessness in Edmonton 

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Edmonton — The work to end Indigenous homelessness in Edmonton will be bolstered by an investment of more than $6.9 million, as announced by the Minister Randy Boissonnault and Joanne Pompana, Director of the Red Road Healing Society. The Red Road Healing Society (RRHS) is the newest Indigenous Community Entity under Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy. Through their initiative, Restoring Home …

New wage requirements under Temporary Foreign Worker Program

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Gatineau – The Government of Canada is supporting Canadian employers and helping them adapt to current economic conditions. Canada is experiencing continued low unemployment rates and while there are some signs that labour shortages are easing, the rebound is inconsistent, and certain sectors, such as hospitals, food manufacturing, construction, and accommodation and food services, are still facing challenges. In April …

New Brunswickers invited to explore careers in skilled trades through interactive exhibits

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Fredericton – Canada needs more skilled trades workers. Demographic shifts and high retirement rates are fuelling demand and an ever-growing need to recruit and train thousands more Canadians for rewarding careers in the skilled trades. Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, highlighted an interactive exhibit visiting high schools and colleges across New Brunswick and giving 2,500 …

Explore careers in skilled trades through interactive exhibits in Montréal

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Montréal – Canada needs more skilled trades workers. Demographic shifts and high retirement rates are fuelling demand and an ever-growing need to recruit and train thousands more Canadians for rewarding careers in the skilled trades. Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, highlighted an upcoming interactive exhibit to be held in Montréal, Quebec, from October 4 to …