Skills/Competences Canada hosted approximately 500 youth from across Canada in Edmonton as they competed in over 40 different trade and technology competitions. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Skills Canada National Competition, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development and to the Minister of Labour Kellie Leitch (Simcoe-Grey, ON) said … Read more
The Government of Canada has announced a new measure to help students and their families access and afford post-secondary education and training. The income eligibility thresholds for part-time student loans and grants have been increased so more Canadians can pursue post-secondary education while working. On behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand-Norfolk, ON), Parliamentary … Read more
Seniors' contributions to Canada's history were honoured as a part of a Parents' Day Celebration. Conservative MP Laurie Hawn (Edmonton Centre, AB) spoke at the event on behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand-Norfolk, ON). The Korean Senior Citizen Society of Edmonton hosted the event to celebrate the publishing of their book Sharing Memories, … Read more
On behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand-Norfolk, ON), Conservative MP Rodney Weston (Saint John, NB) announced expectant and new mothers who are homeless will gain access to shelter and to programs and support services. Weston said the government is giving a hand-up to Canadians with housing needs to break the cycle of homelessness … Read more
Labour Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, ON), along with National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, NS) extend their deepest sympathies and payed tribute to the 26 workers who lost their lives in the Westray coal mine explosion. MacKay said 26 lives were lost in the Westray explosion but thousands more have been affected. The full … Read more
Labour Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, ON) applauded Many Rivers Counselling and Support Services and the Public Service Alliance of Canada for ratifying a new collective agreement. The alliance represents a unit of approximately 25 clinical counselling and administrative support staff whose collective agreement expired on Dec. 31, 2011. Many Rivers is a non-profit organization that … Read more
The Government of Canada is seeking applications for projects to help seniors lead and participate in social activities and contribute to their communities. This call for proposals under the New Horizons for Seniors Program was launched by Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand-Norfolk, ON) and Minister of State (Seniors) Alice Wong (Richmond, BC). The full … Read more
Labour Minister Lisa Raitt (Halton, ON) applauded Acadian Coach Lines LP / Groupe Orleans Express, Moncton, New Brunswick and the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), Local 1229, for ratifying a new collective agreement. Acadian Coach Lines LP operates inter-urban bus services throughout the Maritimes, offering connections to other destinations through the province of Quebec. Local 1229 … Read more
On behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand-Norfolk, ON), National Revenue Minister Gail Shea (Egmont, PE) announced new funding of $30,000 to West Prince Ventures in Alberton, PE, from the Youth Awareness program to help youth explore career entrepreneurship possibilities in their community. Shea said the government's Youth Employment Strategy is helping youth develop … Read more
On behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand-Norfolk, ON), Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, SK) announced new funding to support youth in Saskatoon to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The Saskatchewan Abilities Council is receiving over $141,000 … Read more
