TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing $1 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) to provide training to Francophone Ontarians who are survivors of domestic and/or family abuse and connect these women with employers in the skilled trades. “A career in the skilled trades is more than a high-paying job – it offers people the chance to build a better life for …
Toronto among 10 new locations for Investing in Women’s Futures program TORONTO – The Ontario government is expanding the Investing in Women’s Futures program to 10 additional locations across the province, including Up with Women in Toronto. This will help more women experiencing social and economic barriers connect to supports and develop the skills they need to gain financial security and independence. …
Province fostering entrepreneurial growth and expanding the economic footprint of Francophones TORONTO — The Ontario government is investing $800,000 to help support Francophone economic development across the province. The funding is being delivered through the Francophone Economic Development Strategy and represents a 60 per cent increase over last year. “We are committed to building a strong Francophonie within a prosperous …
Province helping non-profit organizations and small businesses deliver products and services to Francophones TORONTO – Today, the Ontario government announced the recipients of the 2023-2024 Francophone Community Grants Program (FCGP). Through this $2-million program, Ontario supports community organizations and small businesses that contribute to the vitality and well-being of the province’s Francophone communities. “Francophone businesses and community organizations are the driving …
Additional teacher education spaces providing students with greater access to French-language education TORONTO — As part of the Ontario government’s plan to train more French teachers, the province is funding an additional 110 French-language teacher education spaces for the 2023-24 academic year. The new spaces at the University of Ottawa and the Toronto-based Université de l’Ontario français will help address …
