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Statement by Minister Ien and Minister Sudds on International Volunteer Day
From: Employment and Social Development Canada December 5, 2023 The Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Marci Ien, and the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Jenna Sudds, issued the following statement to mark International Volunteer Day: “On International Volunteer Day, we’d like to express our sincere gratitude to the dedicated volunteers […]
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Read MoreCanada-wide early learning and child care system creating 82,000 new child care spaces and making life more affordable for families
From: Employment and Social Development Canada December 5, 2023 Every family in Canada deserves access to high-quality child care when they need it and at a price that won’t break the bank. The Government of Canada is working closely with provincial, territorial and Indigenous partners to make this a reality. Today, the Honourable Jenna Sudds, […]
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Read MoreDEI strategies help fleets embrace an evolving workforce – Truck News
December 1, 2023 Melinda Thornton appreciates the opportunity to learn about different cultures and traditions at her workplace. Especially when this experience comes with cake. The director of human resources at Ayr Motor Express recalls being surprised the first time an employee brought a cake to the office on their birthday, “I was like, ‘Oh, […]
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Read MoreParamount+ in Canada and The Shine Network Institute Announce the Indigenous Producers Budgeting Intensive
28 Nov, 2023 – The online program will support professional development and mentorship of Indigenous women in the film sector – TORONTO — Today, Paramount+ in Canada and The Shine Network Institute (TSNI) announce the Indigenous Producers Budgeting Intensive, an online course and new resource to support the professional development and mentorship of Indigenous women in film, television […]
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Read MoreMinister O’Regan recognizes employers’ outstanding achievements in making their workplaces diverse and inclusive
From: Employment and Social Development Canada November 22, 2023 Building more diverse and inclusive workplaces makes Canada’s workforce stronger. By breaking down barriers, organizations can build a strong foundation for success and create a workplace where employees feel valued, motivated, and empowered to achieve their full potential. Once again, employers across Canada have shown their […]
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Read MoreYoung Canada Works Accepting Funding Applications for 2024-2025
Ottawa, November 20 2023 Are you looking for financial support to hire a Canadian youth for a short-term contract for your Canadian heritage organization? We are now accepting applications for the Young Canada Works 2024-25 funding cycle. Young Canada Works provides funding to eligible Canadian heritage organizations under two streams to help cover the costs […]
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Read MoreApplications for 2024 Canada Summer Jobs now open, Ottawa aims to support 70,000 positions – Talent Canada
November 21, 2023 The mercury might be dropping, but it’s already time to start thinking about summer — if you’re looking to hire students, that is. The application period for the federal government’s Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program opens today. Employers from not-for-profit organizations, the public sector, and private sector organizations with 50 or fewer […]
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Read MoreEmployers Trying to Find Right Balance Between Hiring Requirements and DEI
TORONTO, Nov. 08, 2023 — While Canadian companies welcome a variety of applicants, priority is placed on some groups, with some hiring managers feeling pressure to meet diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) requirements, according to a recent survey from The Harris Poll commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. Hiring managers say they place a great deal/some […]
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Read MoreOntario to Require Employers to Disclose Salary Ranges and AI Use in Hiring
November 06, 2023 Province also examining banning the use of Non-Disclosure Agreements in sexual harassment cases PETERBOROUGH — The Ontario government will soon introduce legislation that, if passed, would require employers to include expected salary ranges in job postings, giving workers more information to make informed decisions in their career search. In addition, the legislation […]
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Read MoreOntario Training Indigenous People for In-Demand Jobs
Eight new projects will help over 1,700 workers and jobseekers in Northern Ontario for rewarding careers in their communities October 11, 2023 Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development Table of Contents Content Quick Facts Quotes Additional Resources Related Topics The Ontario government is investing $7.3 million in eight innovative training projects to support Indigenous people across […]
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