Gatineau – The Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program is designed as an extraordinary measure to be used only when qualified Canadians and permanent residents are not able to fill job vacancies. Given current labour market conditions, and to further reduce the reliance of Canadian employers on the Program, Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, announced changes …
Supporting training in skilled trades in Alberta
Edmonton – The demand for skilled tradespeople is expected to remain strong as the economy continues to grow. Smart investments are needed to support Canadians in taking up apprenticeship training now, and to help them start careers in the skilled trades. That’s why the Government of Canada is making investments to attract more young people, women and other equity-deserving groups …
Canada improves access, affordability of post-secondary education
Edmonton – A higher cost of living means that more students will need enhanced financial supports in order to pursue their studies and achieve their goals. That is why the Government of Canada has extended student financial assistance enhancements to continue for the 2024 to 2025 academic year. Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, met with …
Canada invests in future of Canadian Francophonie
OTTAWA – Culture, arts and community activities play an essential role in shaping the identity of young Francophones. Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, announced a major investment of more than $18.3 million in four innovative programs to help young Francophones reach their full potential. Minister Boissonnault was accompanied by Mona Fortier, Member of Parliament (Ottawa–Vanier). …
Reducing number of temporary foreign workers in Canada
Gatineau – The Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program is designed as an extraordinary measure to be used only when qualified Canadians and permanent residents are not able to fill job vacancies. Unfortunately, the TFW Program has been used to circumvent hiring talented workers in Canada. That is why, earlier this month, Minister Boissonnault brought together business organizations to inform them …
Funding announced for Université de Moncton
MONCTON – Our two official languages are at the heart of our identity. Post-secondary institutions play a crucial role in the life of Francophone minority communities, contributing to their vitality and ongoing development. Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, announced more than $2.7 million in funding over two years for the Université de …
Montréal’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Gatineau – The Government of Canada continues to take action to ensure the integrity of the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program. The Program is designed as an extraordinary measure to be used when workers already in Canada are not able to fill job vacancies. Today, the Government of Canada announced the approval of a proposal by the Government of Quebec …
Canada invests to support skilled trades workers in the Ottawa, BC
Ottawa – Skilled tradespeople are essential for Canada to build more homes and unlock the country’s full economic potential. To help recruit, retain and train more apprentices in skilled trades, the Government of Canada is making investments to attract more young people, women and other equity-deserving groups to these rewarding and in-demand jobs. Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, …
Investing to recruit, retain, train more apprentices in skilled trades
Gatineau – Skilled tradespeople are essential for Canada to build more homes and unlock its full economic potential. To help recruit, retain and train more apprentices in skilled trades, the Government of Canada is making investments to attract more young people, women and other equity-deserving groups to these rewarding and in-demand jobs. Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, …
Acadie de Chezzetcook receives over $1.5m to develop new cultural facilities
CHEZZETCOOK – L’Acadie de Chezzetcook Association has served the Acadian and Francophone community in Nova Scotia’s Chezzetcook region since 1996. It offers a range of services, programs and cultural activities for the region’s Francophones and Francophiles throughout the year. Recently, the Francophone community in Chezzetcook has grown, leading to increased demand for French-language services and activities in the community. Randy …