Federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for seniors met to review recent collaborative work and discuss ways to further support the well-being of seniors living in Canada. Building on the forum's actions over the past year, ministers agreed on shared priorities for the year ahead. "I welcome the opportunity to meet with my provincial and … Read more
Minister of Employment and Social Development and Minister for Multiculturalism Jason Kenney (Calgary Southeast, Alta.) spoke to business leaders at the Economic Club of Canada in Toronto about the government's strategy to tackle skills shortages in Canada. Kenney said the "Canada Job Grant is the cornerstone of our plan to make federal funding for job creation … Read more
Labour Minister Kellie Leitch (Simcoe-Grey, Ont.) emphasized the importance of collaborative relationships in the modern workplace at the 10th Annual Conference of the Canadian Association of Counsel to Employers (CACE). The conference brings together the management-side of labour and employment lawyers from across Canada to discuss important issues including: occupational health and safety, human rights, … Read more
In a keynote speech at the Social Enterprise World Forum hosted by the Trico Charitable Foundation, Minister of Employment and Social Development Jason Kenney (Calgary Southeast, Alta.) highlighted the importance of social innovation in addressing social challenges in Canada. Kenney took the opportunity to announce the launch of a literacy and essential skills pilot. The … Read more
Labour Minister Kellie Leitch (Simcoe-Grey, Ont.) highlighted the need for Canadians to take all steps necessary to avoid the devastating effects of fire and smoke in the home and in the workplace. The minister was participating in the 17th annual launch of Fire Prevention Week at the Government Conference Centre. Every year, the Labour Program … Read more
To mark National Seniors Day, Minister of State (Seniors) Alice Wong (Richmond, B.C.) announced a Call for Proposals to fund approximately 20 pilot projects—an investment of $2,000,000—aimed at addressing seniors' social isolation. "Through these pilot projects, our government continues to look at innovative solutions to address seniors' issues, particularly social isolation, by leveraging social partnerships … Read more
Labour Minister Kellie Leitch (Simcoe-Grey, Ont.) congratulated Canadian North and Unifor, Local 2002 (formerly known as the General Workers Union of Canada (CAW-Canada)), on reaching an agreement which has been ratified by the membership. Canadian North airline provides scheduled flights and cargo services throughout Nunavut and the Northwest Territories. The previous collective agreement, covering 146 … Read more
Minister for Employment and Social Development Jason Kenney (Calgary Southeast, Alta.) issued a statement on the occasion of the fourth annual Essential Skills Day. Kenney said "[e]mployers, community organizations, and governments all have a role in ensuring that Canadians have the skills needed to successfully secure jobs and succeed in the workplace." Essential Skills Day … Read more
Labour Minister Kellie Leitch (Simcoe-Grey, Ont.) congratulated the Vancouver International Airport Authority and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) on reaching an agreement, which has now been ratified by the PSAC membership. The parties reached an agreement with the assistance from the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service. PSAC represents office and trades employees, including … Read more
Labour Minister Kellie Leitch (Simcoe-Grey, Ont.) emphasized the importance of collaborative relationships in the modern workplace at the annual National Industrial Relations Conference, co-hosted by the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service and the Canada Industrial Relations Board. The conference brought together representatives from labour and management from across Canada to discuss important issues including: the … Read more
