Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand—Norfolk, ON) invited organizations to submit proposals for mid-sized projects that can include retrofits, renovations or new construction of facilities within Canada that help organizations better serve people with disabilities. Call 819-994-2482.
Conservative MP Gordon Brown (Leeds-Grenville, ON), announced on behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand—Norfolk, ON), that the Employment and Education Centre in Brockville, Ontario, will receive more than $90,000 in career focus funding to support its project entitled On Your Way. The full release is available online. Call 819-994-2482.
Conservative MP Greg Rickford (Kenora, ON), on behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Halimand-Norfolk, ON), congratulated the Red Lake District Adult Learning Centre on the successful completion of its accessibility improvements. Call 819-994-2482.
Conservative MP Merv Tweed (Brandon—Souris, MB), on behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Halimand-Norfolk, ON), announced the Optimist Club of Brandon will receive over $250,000 in funding for its Career and Employment Youth Services program. The program will help up to 360 youth prepare to enter the workforce or return to school. Call 819-994-2482. … Read more
New Brunswick Conservative Senator Carolyn Stewart Olsen, announced on behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand—Norfolk, ON), that local youth who face barriers to employment will get job preparation training and work experience through the Government of Canada's $175,000 in funding to support two employment projects. Call 819-994-2482. Conservative MP Chris Wakentin (Peace River, AB), … Read more
Conservative MP David Sweet (Ancaster-Dundas-Flamborough-Westdale, ON), announced on behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finely (Haldimand—Norfolk, ON), that S.R. Kyles Historic Architecture will receive more than $46,000 in career focus funding to hire three post-secondary graduates to help rebuild a Regency cottage. The full release is available online. Call 819-994-2482. Conservative MP Greg Rickford (Kenora, ON), announced on behalf of … Read more
Conservative MP Barry Devolin (Haliburton—Kawartha Lakes—Brock, ON), on behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane Finley (Haldimand-Norfolk, ON), announced Victoria County Career Services (VCCS) will receive over $113,000 in funding to support its youth employment project, which will help 14 youth facing employment barriers gain the skills and experience needed to enter the labour market or … Read more
Minister of State (Seniors) Diane Ablonczy (Calgary—Nose Hill, AB) emphasized the importance of seniors' issues and the challenges and opportunities of an aging population in her opening remarks at the Older Adults Centres' Association of Ontario (OACAO) 2010 Annual Conference. Call 613-953-1363. Finance Minister Jim Flaherty (Whitby—Oshawa, ON), on behalf of Human Resources Minister Diane … Read more
Minister of State (Seniors) Diane Ablonczy (Calgary—Nose Hill, AB) addressed members of the National Seniors Council as well as seniors' organizations and service providers who met in Toronto to discuss issues related to an aging population. The full release is available online. Call 613-953-1363. Conservative MP Rodney Weston (Saint John, NB), announced on behalf of Human Resources Minister … Read more
Conservative MP Rick Casson (Lethbridge, AB) announced federal support to the Coalhurst 55 Plus Society under the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program, which encourages seniors to continue to play an important role in their communities by helping those in need, providing leadership, and sharing their knowledge and skills with others. Call 819-994-2482. National … Read more
