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Government of Canada Supports Community Jobs and Growth

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 06:17:00 +0000

Colleges across the country will be able to purchase tools and equipment for research projects that will improve health care, aid in forest management, provide better water testing and further the use of renewable energy. The Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of Industry, was at the Cégep de Thetford today to celebrate the recipients of the College and Community Innovation (CCI) Program's Applied Research Tools and Instruments (ARTI) grants.

"Our government is determined to see the economic recovery through, and we will continue our efforts to do so," said Minister Paradis. "This investment will leverage the Cégep de Thetford's expertise and will help local businesses innovate, increase productivity and create jobs."

On May 30, the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), announced that a total of 35 colleges across Canada would share more than $8 million over one year in ARTI grants, a brand new initiative under the CCI Program. These grants support the purchase of research equipment and installations to foster and enhance the ability of colleges to undertake applied research.

The Cégep de Thetford received more than $698,000 in ARTI grants. This funding will serve to purchase specialized equipment for six research projects focused primarily on developing industrial biolubricants, extracting oil from oilseeds and processing hops.

This announcement follows other CCI Program investment announcements made in 2009 and 2010, bringing the program's total investment to $107 million for 138 projects at 49 colleges. This program is a collaborative initiative of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.

"These ARTI grants will result in innovation at the community level and entice companies to collaborate with colleges across the country," said Suzanne Fortier, President of NSERC, which administers the CCI Program. "When companies and colleges have access to the very best resources, everyone benefits. New jobs are created, industry expands and the community prospers."

NSERC is a federal agency that helps make Canada a country of discoverers and innovators for all Canadians. The agency supports some 30,000 post-secondary students and post-doctoral fellows in their advanced studies. NSERC promotes discovery by funding more than 12,000 professors every year and fosters innovation by encouraging more than 1,500 Canadian companies to participate and invest in post-secondary research projects.

More information about ARTI grants and the CCI Program is available in the backgrounder.

Backgrounder

College and Community Innovation Program

About the College and Community Innovation (CCI) Program

The College and Community Innovation (CCI) Program is managed by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) in collaboration with the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC).

There are four types of grants available through the CCI Program:

   1. Innovation Enhancement Grants
   2. Applied Research and Development Grants
   3. Applied Research Tools and Instruments Grants
   4. Technology Access Centre Grants

The Applied Research Tools and Instruments Grants and Recipients

Applied Research Tools and Instruments (ARTI) Grants support the purchase of research equipment and installations to foster and enhance the ability of colleges to undertake applied research, innovation and training in collaboration with local companies. These grants are one-year awards that assist in buying applied research equipment that costs between $7,000 and $150,000.

The 35 colleges and 79 projects funded through the ARTI Grants met the following eligibility criteria:

   * Potential for the proposed equipment to foster, stimulate or enable collaborations with (one or more) local companies.
   * Fit of the research equipment request with the college's strategic plan, and the existing infrastructure and equipment.
   * Applied research capacity of the college and its expertise to use equipment.
   * Merit of the proposed applied research activities that require the proposed equipment.
   * Need and urgency for the research equipment, including availability of, and access to, similar research equipment.
   * Suitability of the proposed research equipment for the existing and proposed applied research program(s) and collaborations.
   * Importance of the research equipment for the training of highly qualified personnel.

Visit NSERC's Web site for more information about the CCI Program and the ARTI Grants.

Canadian Students Pick Federal and Provincial Governments as Top Places to Work

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 07:18:00 +0000

The 2010 Canada’s Top Campus Employers Report, produced by Brainstorm Strategy Group Inc. and DECODE, finds the Government of Canada at the top of the overall employer rankings. Provincial and municipal governments as well as Health Canada, the Public Service Commission and the Canadian Forces also make it to the top 25. In the corporate sector household names like Google, Apple, Microsoft and Facebook all made the list, as well as Research in Motion, Deloitte, Air Canada and Bombardier.

Non-profit organizations also made a strong showing with the Hospital for Sick Children, the Canadian Cancer Society, Big Brothers Big Sisters, the David Suzuki Foundation and Oxfam all ranking in the top 25.

The 2010 Canada’s Top Campus Employers Report reflects the attitudes of more than 27,000 Canadian university and college students on what makes a great employer and which companies they want to work for. The report also provides new insights into the career interests and aspirations of today’s students.

“It is interesting to see that 14 of the 25 top employers listed are either government, government-related or non-profit,” says Graham Donald, President of Brainstorm Strategy Group Inc. and co-author of the report. “It demonstrates that despite the challenges of the economy in the past couple of years young people are not going to waver from their desire to do meaningful, interesting and useful work. This is a positive sign about the strength of character that Generation Y brings to the workplace.”

Positive too is students’ outlook on the economy and their job prospects, which is reflected in a decrease in concern about these issues from last year (down from 62% to 56% this year). This confidence about finding a job however, corresponds with an increase in the number of students wanting job security and the opportunity to spend their whole career with one company (up from 53% last year to 57% this year). Donald and co-author Eric Meerkamper, President of DECODE, note that job security has nothing to do with a lack of desire in young people to advance in their careers. On a practical level it is about paying off debt and planning for their futures. On another level it is about a desire for loyalty and building a strong community for life, both very important issues for today’s graduates.

Giving new graduates what they are looking for in an employer - good income, work-life balance, secure employment, creativity and innovation in their careers - forms the greatest challenge facing employers who are also faced with an impending labour shortage.

“An increase in confidence about the job market is partly due to the upswing in the economy,” says Meerkamper, “but it is also due to the fact that these young people know they are about to become very important to the workforce. Employers need to understand what this generation wants and will have to adapt in order to attract them and keep them. But those changes – like flexible work hours and a healthier workplace – will ultimately be good for everyone.”

Several Canadian companies are already preparing for the coming changes, which includes gaining a better understanding of the hiring market, through resources like this report. Will Christensen, National Campus Lead, Talent Acquisition with Deloitte, firmly believes in the value of this research. He states: “Understanding our target market is the key to better workforce planning. It is very competitive out there and it is only going to get more competitive as the need for talent increases with the changes in the demographics of our workforce that we expect to see in the next few years. Companies need to understand this generation and how to hire them.”

The report also analyzed the interests of female versus male students as well as the different career goals for several diversity groups. Terry Peach, Manager Organization and Staffing with GE Canada, notes the value of this type of analysis: “With an increasingly diverse population coming out of post-secondary we need this information to be able to design our recruitment and retention programs more effectively to better fit today’s graduates,” he says. “We need to understand who we are hiring, how to hire them better and how to keep them for the long-term. The companies who do that now will come out on top in the future.”

The Canada’s Top Campus Employers Report was launched in 2004 and is conducted annually by Brainstorm Strategy Group Inc. and DECODE. The rankings also feature six sub-groups that list the top 25 employers as rated by students in liberal arts, engineering, information technology, natural sciences, undergraduate business, and MBA programs.

Further details about Canada’s Top Campus Employers and the full rankings are available at www.TopCampusEmployers.ca

(Source: Career Canada)

The Government of Canada Helps Prince George Youth Prepare for Jobs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 06:51:00 +0000

PRINCE GEORGE, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Aug. 17, 2010) - Local youth who face barriers to employment will get job preparation training and work experience through the Government of Canada's support for an employment project. The Honourable Jay Hill, Member of Parliament for Prince George–Peace River, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

"In today's environment, it is more important than ever that youth develop the skills they need to participate and succeed in the job market," said Mr. Hill. "By supporting this project, we are helping Prince George youth develop the skills, knowledge and work experience they need to reach their full potential."

Future Cents will receive over $850,000 in federal Skills Link funding to expand its youth employment project, helping 75 youth facing employment barriers develop life and job skills to ease their transition to work or return to school.

Skills Link focuses on helping youth facing barriers to employment, such as single parents, Aboriginal youth, young persons with disabilities, recent immigrants, youth living in rural and remote areas, and youth who have dropped out of high school.

"We believe in the potential of all youth to become positive, contributing members of the community," said Ms. Rikki Gelowitz, Acting Manager, Future Cents. "This funding will allow us to continue assisting youth to build skills, overcome barriers and achieve their goals."

The federal government is working with the provinces and territories, community organizations and other stakeholders to provide Canadians with the training, skills and opportunities they need to get jobs and contribute to their communities.

Through the 2010 "Jobs and Growth Budget," the Government of Canada committed an additional $60 million to the Skills Link and Career Focus programs. This additional one-time investment will enable more young Canadians to gain the experience and skills they need to successfully participate in the labour market while the economy recovers.

Skills Link is part of the Government of Canada's strategy to create the best educated, most skilled and most flexible workforce in the world. The Government underscored its commitment to this strategy in Canada's Economic Action Plan. A key component of the Plan is to create more and better opportunities for Canadian workers through skills development. To learn more about Canada's Economic Action Plan, visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

The Skills Link program is delivered by Service Canada, which provides one-stop personalized services for Government of Canada programs, services and benefits. For more information about this program, visit www.servicecanada.gc.ca, call 1 800 O-Canada or drop by your local Service Canada Centre.

Backgrounder

Future Cents involves a team of young individuals using their experience to assist others through confidential support and advocate services. The project will help 75 youth gain job and life skills through group workshops and community activities. The workshops will focus on such topics as communications, thinking and problem solving, teamwork and job preparation skills. The community activities will allow the participants to put into practice the knowledge and skills gained during the workshops while helping to improve their neighbourhood.

As part of the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy, the Skills Link program is one of three programs that help young Canadians, particularly those facing barriers to employment, obtain career information, develop skills, gain work experience, find good jobs and stay employed. The other two programs are Summer Work Experience and Career Focus.

Skills Link focuses on helping youth facing barriers to employment, such as single parents, Aboriginal youth, young persons with disabilities, recent immigrants, youth living in rural and remote areas, and youth who have dropped out of high school. It offers a client-centred approach based on assessing an individual's specific needs. The program supports youth in developing basic and advanced employment skills. Eligible participants between 15 and 30 years of age—who are not receiving Employment Insurance benefits—are assisted through a coordinated approach, offering longer-term supports and services that can help them find and keep a job.

Three Levels of Government Work Together to Fight Homelessness in Winnipeg

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 05:37:00 +0000

WINNIPEG, MANITOBA--(Marketwire - Aug. 10, 2010) - With the support of three levels of government, the North End Women's Centre will build a transitional housing facility to create stability and independence for women who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.

The Honourable Kerri Irvin-Ross, Minister of Housing and Community Development, Ms. Joy Smith, Member of Parliament for Kildonan–St. Paul, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development and Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, and Mr. Mike Pagtakhan, City Councillor for Point Douglas, today announced $917,640 to the North End Women's Centre for its project, Transitional Housing Expansion, in Winnipeg.

"The North End Women's Centre works toward the goal of equality for all women, and we are pleased that this assistance ensures access to housing and other key services," said Minister Irvin-Ross. "Our government is committed to supporting locally driven approaches that strengthen families and to providing people in need with a safe and secure place to live."

"Our government is giving a hand-up to Canadians with housing needs, and is helping those seeking to break free of the cycle of homelessness and poverty," said Ms. Smith. "We are pleased to be working with the North End Women's Centre, which will build safe, stable, transitional housing and provide support for women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness."

"Projects like this one at the North End Women's Centre help to create a fresh start for the women and children of our community looking for a safe place to call home," said Mr. Pagtakhan. "The pride that comes with having your own living space and the ability to access support services results in hope and opportunity, and we are pleased to partner with the other levels of government to assist in making it happen."

"One of the biggest needs in our community is for safe, affordable housing. Because of the Homelessness Partnering Strategy funding, we are able to provide a safe home and programming for six community women who are working to overcome their own addictions," said Ms. Heather Block, Chair of the Board for the North End Women's Centre. "Giving them a place where they don't have to worry about their own basic needs will allow them to put their energy into making healthier lives for themselves."

The Homelessness Partnering Strategy will provide $917,640 to the North End Women's Centre for the construction of a transitional housing facility. This new building will contain six transitional housing units, kitchen and laundry facilities, a children's play area, office space and a supportive programming area for community women, who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and are struggling with addictions, safety and chronic transience.

Through Manitoba's Long-Term Housing Strategy, HOMEWorks!, the Province of Manitoba and the Government of Canada are contributing $378 million over two years for housing initiatives in Winnipeg and across the province. More information about HOMEWorks! is available at www.gov.mb.ca/housing.

These investments are being delivered through the Winnipeg Housing and Homelessness Initiative (WHHI), a partnership between the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba and the City of Winnipeg. The partners work together to deliver funding provided through each level of government for affordable housing, to address homelessness, and to assist in the revitalization of Winnipeg's older neighbourhoods. Since 2000, the WHHI partnership has committed over $138 million to repair, rehabilitate, or build over 5,000 housing units as well as assist those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The WHHI is a single-window office for community organizations to access information on government-funded housing and homelessness programs. For more information, visit www.whhi.ca.

The WHHI housing programs are funded by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, Manitoba Housing, and the City of Winnipeg, and homelessness programs are funded through the Government of Canada's Homelessness Partnership Strategy.

These investments are part of the Government of Canada's $1.9-billion commitment for housing and homelessness announced in 2008. This ongoing funding will ensure that the Government can continue to assist low-income Canadians, seniors, persons with disabilities, recent immigrants and Aboriginal people, including those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Canada's Economic Action Plan has built on these investments by making an additional one time investment of more than $2 billion over two years in new and existing social housing, and by making available up to $2 billion in loans to Canadian municipalities over two years for housing related infrastructure improvements. The Government's investments are creating jobs, stimulating local economies and improving the quality of life for many Canadians. To learn more about Canada's Economic Action Plan, please visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

The availability of safe and stable housing and related supports is an important element in addressing homelessness and helping individuals who are homeless achieve greater self sufficiency and a better quality of life. The Homelessness Partnership Strategy emphasizes longer term supportive and transitional housing by focusing on a housing-first approach to help people make the transition out of the cycle of homelessness.

For more information on the Homelessness Partnering Strategy, please visit www.hrsdc.gc.ca/homelessness.

Program Backgrounder

HOMEWorks!

In April 2007, the Province of Manitoba unveiled HOUSING First, a four pillar, $188 million, low-income housing strategy including HOMEWorks!—a $104.5 million initiative to help provide affordable homes for low-income Manitobans in five areas that were identified by stakeholders to provide a stronger foundations for healthy families and communities. The priorities include: inner-city revitalization; older Manitobans; urban Aboriginals; northern Manitobans; and homeless Manitobans. For more information, please visit www.gov.mb.ca/fs/ and select housing from the left hand side navigation.

Canada-wide Program Extensions

In September 2008 the Government of Canada announced a $1.9-billion commitment for housing and homelessness, which extended the Affordable Housing Initiative and the renovation programs for low-income households for five years. In Manitoba, these initiatives are jointly funded by the federal and provincial governments through contributions totaling over $34 million for the next two years.

Canada's Economic Action Plan Canada - Manitoba:

The Government of Canada has allocated $79 million in Manitoba under Canada's Economic Action Plan as part of a two-year national investment of more than $2 billion to build new and renovate existing social housing in Canada. The province will also contribute $79 million for these initiatives over the next two years. For more information on Canada's Economic Action Plan, call 1 800 O Canada.

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation:

To find out more about how the Government of Canada is working to build stronger homes and communities for all Canadians, call Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation at 1-800-668-2642 or visit www.cmhc.ca/housingactionplan.

Homelessness Partnering Strategy:

The Homelessness Partnering Strategy (HPS) is a unique community-based program aimed at preventing and reducing homelessness by providing direct support and funding to more than 60 communities across Canada. The HPS took effect April 1, 2007, with annual funding of $134.8 million for two years. Funding for housing and homelessness programs has been extended for another five years, until March 31, 2014. For more information on the Homelessness Partnering Strategy, please visit: www.hrsdc.gc.ca/homelessness.

The Government of Canada Helps Youth in St. Stephen Prepare for the Labour Market

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 05:35:00 +0000

ST. STEPHEN, NEW BRUNSWICK--(Marketwire - Aug. 10, 2010) - Thanks to support from the Government of Canada, Charlotte County Can and Bottle will provide job preparation training and work experience to a local young person. The Honourable Greg Thompson, Member of Parliament for New Brunswick Southwest, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

"In today's environment, it is more important than ever that youth develop the skills they need to participate and succeed in the job market," said Mr. Thompson. "By supporting projects like this one, we are helping local youth develop the skills, knowledge and work experience they need to reach their full potential."

Charlotte County Can and Bottle will receive $10,326 in federal Skills Link funding to support its youth work experience project, which will help a young person facing employment barriers develop life and job skills to ease his or her transition to work or return to school.

Skills Link focuses on helping youth facing barriers to employment, such as single parents, Aboriginal youth, young people with disabilities, recent immigrants, youth living in rural and remote areas, and youth who have dropped out of high school.

"These projects give young people the real skills they need to be productive employees and the confidence that only comes with experience," said Mr. James Peters, owner of Charlotte County Can and Bottle. "Sometimes, we forget these are skills we all had to learn. This project will enable the gentleman who will be working for us to get the job he wants."

The federal government is working with the provinces and territories, community organizations and other stakeholders to provide Canadians with the training, skills and opportunities they need to get jobs and contribute to their communities.

Through the 2010 "Jobs and Growth Budget," the Government of Canada committed an additional $60 million to the Skills Link and Career Focus programs. This additional one-time investment will enable more young Canadians to gain the experience and skills they need to successfully participate in the labour market while the economy recovers.

Skills Link is part of the Government of Canada's strategy to create the best educated, most skilled and most flexible workforce in the world. The Government underscored its commitment to this strategy in Canada's Economic Action Plan. A key component of the Plan is to create more and better opportunities for Canadian workers through skills development. To learn more about Canada's Economic Action Plan, visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

The Skills Link program is delivered by Service Canada, which provides one-stop personalized services for Government of Canada programs, services and benefits. For more information about this program, visit www.servicecanada.gc.ca, call 1 800 O-Canada or drop by your local Service Canada Centre.

This news release is available in alternative formats upon request.

BACKGROUNDER

As part of the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy, the Skills Link program is one of three programs that help young Canadians, particularly those facing barriers to employment, obtain career information, develop skills, gain work experience, find good jobs and stay employed. The other two programs are Summer Work Experience and Career Focus.

Skills Link focuses on helping youth facing barriers to employment, such as single parents, Aboriginal youth, young persons with disabilities, recent immigrants, youth living in rural and remote areas, and youth who have dropped out of high school. It offers a client-centred approach based on assessing an individual's specific needs. The program supports youth in developing basic and advanced employment skills. Eligible participants between 15 and 30 years of age—who are not receiving Employment Insurance benefits—are assisted through a coordinated approach, offering longer-term supports and services that can help them find and keep a job.

Government of Canada Helps People With Disabilities in Yarmouth Develop Job Skills

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 05:38:00 +0000

YARMOUTH, NOVA SCOTIA--(Marketwire - July 28, 2010) - People with disabilities will get help preparing for jobs as a result of the Government of Canada's support for the West Nova Inclusive Employment Society. Mr. Greg Kerr, Member of Parliament for West Nova, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

"In today's environment, it is more important than ever that all Canadians have the skills they need to participate and succeed in the job market," said Mr. Kerr. "By supporting this project, our government is helping Canadians with disabilities maximize their potential and independence."

The West Nova Inclusive Employment Society will receive $126,221 under the Community Coordinator component of the Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities. This project will help 31 people with disabilities gain the skills they need to obtain jobs.

"The West Nova Inclusive Employment Society is grateful to the Government of Canada for its continued support," said Ms. Andrea Noah, Executive Director, West Nova Inclusive Employment Society. "Traditionally, we provide employment-related services to individuals from Shelburne County, Yarmouth County and the Municipality of Clare, but this year, we are expanding to include Digby County, Annapolis County and Kings County. My colleagues and I are looking forward to this new and exciting opportunity made possible by our federal government."

The federal government is working with the provinces and territories, community organizations and other stakeholders to provide Canadians with the training, skills and opportunities they need to get jobs and contribute to the their communities.

The Opportunities Fund helps support an array of activities, such as increasing employability skills, providing work experience and preparing individuals for self-employment. The Government of Canada is committed to breaking down barriers that prevent Canadians with disabilities from reaching their full potential with a wide range of effective policies, programs and services.

The Fund is part of the Government of Canada's strategy to create the best educated, most skilled and most flexible workforce in the world. The Government underscored its commitment to this strategy in Canada's Economic Action Plan. A key component of the Plan is to create more and better opportunities for Canadian workers through skills development. To learn more about Canada's Economic Action Plan, visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

This news release is available in alternative formats upon request.

BACKGROUNDER

The West Nova Inclusive Employment Society is a community-based organization that provides specialized services to persons with disabilities to help them prepare for, obtain and maintain employment. During a 52-week period, the Society will coordinate a variety of projects with a diverse set of stakeholders to help 31 people with disabilities develop the broad range of skills and work experience they need to participate in the job market.

The Community Coordinator component of the Opportunities Fund is designed to support projects that help Canadians with disabilities develop the broad range of skills and work experience they need to participate in the job market. It is available to eligible organizations that enter into agreements with eligible participants and employers in support of activities that further Opportunities Fund objectives.

Government of Canada Invests in Heritage Infrastructure at Her Majesty's Royal Chapel of the Mohawks (St. Paul's) National Historic Site of Canada

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 07:27:00 +0000

BRANTFORD, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 24, 2010) - On behalf of the Honourable Jim Prentice, Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, Mr. Phil McColeman, Member of Parliament for Brant, today announced that the Government of Canada will be investing in infrastructure improvements at Her Majesty's Royal Chapel of the Mohawks National National Historic Site of Canada. The Chapel is recognized as the oldest surviving church in Ontario, originally built in 1785 to serve the Mohawk community that relocated to the area after loyally supporting the British during the American Revolution.

"Her Majesty's Royal Chapel of the Mohawks has been a treasured part of our community's history for well over a century," said Mr. Phil McColeman. "This investment, which is funded in part through Canada's Economic Action Plan, means that this important landmark will continue to provide spiritual support and historical significance to our region, while also creating economic support in the form of local jobs for our tradespeople."

Through the National Historic Sites Cost-Sharing Program, the Government of Canada is contributing up to $73,246 to support structural repairs and reinforcement of Her Majesty's Royal Chapel of the Mohawks National Historic Site of Canada.

"Our government recognizes the importance of stimulating growth through key infrastructure investments," said Minister Prentice. "We are pleased to be investing in Her Majesty's Royal Chapel of the Mohawks as a way of simultaneously preserving our historical heritage while promoting the economy with investments that create local jobs."

"The Members of the Mohawk Chapel Committee are pleased to have the government partner with us in the stabilizing of this remarkable 225-year-old frame structure," said the Ven. Jim Sutton, Chair of the Governing Committee. "The chapel is an icon of the relationship between the people of the Grand River Territory and these funds will assure that the witness of the chapel will serve future generations."

Parks Canada's Cost-Sharing Program, with a budget of $20 million provided in part by Canada's Economic Action Plan, reflects the government's desire to support job creation by providing funding for conservation of national historic sites. This Program provides opportunities for skilled construction and conservation professionals to work on national historic sites across the country.

Government of Canada Invests in Innovative Small and Medium-Sized Firms

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 06:27:00 +0000

Canada's Economic Action Plan strengthens the economy and helps Vancouver businesses grow

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, Jul 22, 2010 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State for Democratic Reform and Member of Parliament for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), today announced contributions of $273,000 to Boreal Genomics Inc. and $496,000 to Day4 Energy Inc. from the National Research Council of Canada's Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP).

The funding supports innovative research and development projects that will assist both firms in developing high-tech solutions for global markets.

"Our government is investing in science and technology to create good jobs, strengthen the economy and improve Canadians' quality of life," said Minister Fletcher. "This government is supporting Canadian firms that successfully develop and apply innovative technologies. Canada's Economic Action Plan is supporting scientific research and commercialization, while creating good jobs and economic growth."

The contribution to Boreal Genomics Inc. will help develop a new technology that can search for specific diseased DNA codes in blood or environmental samples. This will enable Boreal Genomics Inc. to develop new portable instruments for disease and cancer detection, allowing rapid diagnosis in hospitals and doctors' offices. The contribution to Day4 Energy Inc. will support the development of a new photovoltaic cell and module that will decrease manufacturing costs, while increasing efficiency. This will eventually help bring solar energy closer to cost parity with conventional energy.

During the event, Minister Fletcher presented a Canadian Innovation Leader certificate to Heart Force Medical Inc., a company that develops non-invasive medical devices to assess cardiac performance, to highlight its success as innovative Canadian firms. The Minister also presented Canadian Innovation Leader certificates to Boreal Genomic Inc. and Day4 Energy Inc.

For more information on the firms, please see the backgrounder.

Canada's Economic Action Plan provided new resources of $200 million to NRC-IRAP over two years to support innovative Canadian firms. To learn more, visit Canada's Economic Action Plan website (www.actionplan.gc.ca).

About the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program

The NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program provides a range of both technical and business-oriented advisory services along with necessary financial support to qualified innovative Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises.

The program is delivered by a field staff of 240 professionals in more than 100 communities across Canada. The National Research Council is committed to working with small and medium-sized enterprises while they realize their full potential, turning knowledge and innovation into strategic opportunities, jobs and prosperity for all Canadians.

For more information (media only), please visit the NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program's website (www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/ibp/irap.html)

BACKGROUNDER

Government of Canada supports innovation for small and medium-sized enterprises, youth employment

National Research Council of Canada's Industrial Research Assistance Program

National Research Council Canada's main outreach to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is through its Industrial Research Assistance Program, which provides support to innovative companies in Canada undertaking research and technology development projects for commercial purposes.

The Industrial Research Assistance Program provides a range of both technical and business-oriented advisory services along with necessary financial support to qualified innovative Canadian SMEs. The program is delivered by a field staff of 240 business and technology experts in more than 100 communities across Canada. Working directly with SMEs, the Program supports innovative research and development and helps companies become commercialization-ready with their new products and services.

While the Program operates three separate contribution programs - contribution to firms, contribution to organizations and the Youth Employment Program - its main contribution component is in the form of a non-repayable contribution that reimburses the labour costs of a research and development project directly to firms.

Science at work for Canada

The Industrial Research Assistance Program received an incremental investment of $200 million over two years through Canada's Economic Action Plan. The Program is committed to using this new funding to help the government build a competitive advantage for Canada based on excellence in science and technology.

The funding includes $170 million to double the Program's contributions to firms and $30 million to help hire more than 1000 new post-secondary graduates via its Youth Employment Program.

The commitment in Canada's Economic Action Plan reinforces the Industrial Research Assistance Program's mandate to help SMEs develop technologies and successfully commercialize them in a global marketplace. It also broadens the Program's ability to provide science and technology expertise to SMEs. It is estimated that this new money will allow it to support approximately 1400 additional SMEs beyond its existing base over two years.

Canadian Innovation Leader (CIL) Certificate

A Canadian Innovation Leader is an SME that demonstrated a specific advance in research and development within its industrial sector. This advance has contributed to the wealth of the country, from a corporate growth perspective, through job creation or through a particular investment in research and development that has improved the lives of Canadians. The National Research Council of Canada created the Canadian Innovation Leader Certificate Program to recognize Canadian firms that have successfully developed and applied innovative technologies, linking scientific research to commercialization, jobs and economic growth.

About the firms

Founded in 2006, Heart Force Medical develops non-invasive medical devices to assess cardiac performance by measuring and monitoring the mechanical action of the heart. Working with the Industrial Research Assistance Program since 2007, the company has developed the Heart Force dBG 300 Digital Ballistocardiograph, a device that measures the kinetic effects of cardiac contraction on the body to indicate the general health of an individual's heart. It is a standalone, portable unit containing a sophisticated digital sensor that enables precise measurement of the timing events of the cardiac cycle. Heart Force continues to develop their proprietary Digital Ballistocardiograph technology to demonstrate its ability to assess cardiac function more accurately, more quickly and less expensively than other current technologies.

Boreal Genomics is a biotechnology tools company with exceptional technical strength and a demonstrated track record in innovation. The company integrates applied physics and engineering with biotechnology to develop new instruments for nucleic acid purification and detection based on their proprietary SCODA technology. The company was founded in 2007 as a spin-off from the University of British Columbia and now employs more than 20 staff.

Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Day4 Energy Inc. is a leading global provider of solar photovoltaic products and solutions. Active in the areas of research and design, manufacturing, technology licensing and all aspects of project management, Day4 Energy is enabling the growth of solar energy throughout the world. Since initial support from the Industrial Research Assistance Program in 2003, the company has grown from three to approximately 100 employees, and today is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

Governments of Canada and Manitoba working to better integrate skilled newcomers into the labour market

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 07:18:00 +0000

WINNIPEG, MANITOBA, July 16, 2010 - The governments of Canada and Manitoba are cooperating to help internationally trained professionals participate in the provincial labour market. The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Democratic Reform), made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, along with the Honourable Diane McGifford, Minister of Advanced Education and Literacy for Manitoba.

The federal government will provide the Manitoba Department of Advanced Education and Literacy with over $1.2 million in funding for its project entitled Partnerships for Labour Market-Driven Bridge Programs in Manitoba's Post-Secondary Institutions.

"The Government of Canada is working to help foreign-trained professionals enter the workforce and keep Canada's labour market strong," said Minister of State Fletcher. "Our government is acting to ensure that newcomers succeed, by strengthening the economy and improving the quality of life of all Canadians."

Through this project's innovative partnerships, the Manitoba Department of Advanced Education and Literacy, the Manitoba Department of Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade, the Manitoba Department of Labour and Immigration, and the Alliance of Manitoba Sector Councils will work with post-secondary institutions to pilot bridge-to-work programs that will help internationally educated newcomers gain access to the education, training and work experience they need to prepare for licensing exams and find jobs appropriate to their previous training and education.

"The Manitoba government has worked successfully with post-secondary institutions and professional associations in the past to identify and address barriers preventing internationally educated workers from finding employment in their areas of expertise," said Minister McGifford. "This initiative responds to the educational and credential needs of newcomers, as well as their need for orientation to the Canadian workplace. It not only encourages the efficient and effective movement of highly skilled immigrants into employment in high demand sectors of the economy, but also enhances our institutions' capacity to deliver additional bridge programming in the future."

The Government of Canada, through its Economic Action Plan, is investing $50 million to work with the provinces and territories and other partners, such as employers, to address barriers to foreign credential recognition in Canada. This investment directly contributed to the development of the Pan-Canadian Framework for the Assessment and Recognition of Foreign Qualifications, which was announced last November.

To learn more about Canada's Economic Action Plan, visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

Government of Canada helps people with disabilities in Bridgewater develop job skills

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 06:24:00 +0000

BRIDGEWATER, NOVA SCOTIA, July 12, 2010-People with disabilities will get help preparing for jobs as a result of the Government of Canada's support for Employment Solutions Society. Mr. Gerald Keddy, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade and Member of Parliament for South Shore-St. Margaret's, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

"In today's environment, it is more important than ever that all Canadians have the skills they need to participate and succeed in the job market," said Mr. Keddy. "By supporting this project, our government is helping Canadians with disabilities maximize their potential and independence."

Employment Solutions Society will receive $80,434 under the Community Coordinator component of the Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities. This project will help 16 people with disabilities gain the skills they need to obtain jobs.

"Employment Solutions Society has delivered funding programs as a community coordinator for the last few years to clients with disabilities in the Lunenburg and Queens counties," said Ms. Margaret Matthews, Executive Director of Employment Solutions Society. "As of July 5, 2010, Employment Solutions Society has expanded program delivery for the Opportunities Fund to clients in Windsor and East Hants. Employment Solutions Society is very excited about the expansion and new partnership in the Windsor and East Hants Region."

The federal government is working with the provinces and territories, community organizations and other stakeholders to provide Canadians with the training, skills and opportunities they need to get jobs and contribute to the their communities.

The Opportunities Fund helps support an array of activities, such as increasing employability skills, providing work experience and preparing individuals for self employment. The Government of Canada is committed to breaking down barriers that prevent Canadians with disabilities from reaching their full potential with a wide range of effective policies, programs and services.

The Fund is part of the Government of Canada's strategy to create the best educated, most skilled and most flexible workforce in the world. The Government underscored its commitment to this strategy in Canada's Economic Action Plan. A key component of the Plan is to create more and better opportunities for Canadian workers through skills development. To learn more about Canada's Economic Action Plan, visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

Backgrounder

Employment Solutions Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the employability of all unemployed or underemployed individuals, and to providing specialized services for people who face barriers to employment. Between July 5, 2010, and July 1, 2011, the Society will help 16 people with disabilities gain the skills and experience they need to obtain and maintain employment.

The Community Coordinator component of the Opportunities Fund is designed to support projects that help Canadians with disabilities develop the broad range of skills and work experience they need to participate in the job market. It is available to eligible organizations that enter into agreements with eligible participants and employers in support of activities that further Opportunities Fund objectives.

Government of Canada Invests in LAV III Armoured Vehicles Upgrade

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 08:15:00 +0000

LONDON, Ontario, July 9, 2010 – The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and the Minister for Status of Women, and the Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence, today announced that the Government of Canada has awarded a contract to General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada of London, Ontario, for the Light Armoured Vehicle (LAV) III Upgrade Project.

“This announcement reinforces the importance of investing in our security and defence industry as it not only benefits the Canadian military, but also supports the economy and creates jobs for Canadians,” said Minister Ambrose. “By choosing GDLS – Canada for this project, we are benefiting from the high–tech engineering expertise we have right here in London and supporting local businesses.”

“The renewal of the Canadian Forces’ core equipment is a priority for our Government and a key commitment of our Canada First Defence Strategy,” said Minister MacKay. “This updated and improved technology will make the vehicles safer for our men and women in uniform and it gives them the tools and protection they need to succeed in their jobs.”

LAV III vehicles are state–of–the–art combat vehicles used to transport infantry on the battlefield while providing defensive protection and firepower. The LAV III Upgrade Project involves upgrading 550 vehicles, with the option to upgrade an additional 80 vehicles, to extend the fleet’s life span to 2035.

The contract, worth $34.4 million, will provide engineering and design work for the LAV III Upgrade Project Definition Phase. This work is necessary to increase the safety of Canadian Forces members travelling on board the LAV III.

Light Armoured Vehicile (LAV) III Upgrade Project

The recent experiences of the Canadian Forces and other nations in Afghanistan and other areas of operation continue to demonstrate the ongoing requirement for a highly protected, yet highly mobile Light–Armoured Vehicle.

The LAV III Upgrade project capitalizes on existing and evolving technology and improves the protection, mobility and effectiveness of the LAV III fleet. The project modernizes a portion of the existing LAV III fleet to ensure it remains a highly protected and operationally mobile combat vehicle and the backbone of domestic and expeditionary task forces. This project extends the life span of the LAV III to 2035.

The following upgrades will be performed on the LAV III:

* Upgrade of mobility systems such as power train, suspension, running gear and brakes;

* Upgrade of the weapon system;

* Installation of additional armour, heightening its protection against increased threats; and

* Improved crew ergonomics.

The LAV III Upgrade project upgrades 550 vehicles with an option for an additional 80.

The project is now in the definition phase, which will determine the scope of the work required to upgrade the vehicle. General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada (GDLS–C), the original equipment manufacturer, was awarded a $34 million contract for this definition phase. Under this contract, GDLS–C will build Risk Reduction Units (RRUs), which are LAV IIIs fitted with the various planned upgrades. These RRUs will be tested and evaluated later this year.

Following the Definition Phase, a contract will be awarded for the implementation of the upgrades. The implementation work is expected to begin shortly thereafter.

Government of Canada Helps Post-Secondary Graduate in Cobourg Gain Career-Related Experience

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 06:55:00 +0000

COBOURG, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 5, 2010) - A post-secondary education graduate will get an opportunity to enhance and develop his or her employment skills through a Northumberland Community Legal Centre project sponsored by the Government of Canada. Mr. Rick Norlock, Member of Parliament for Northumberland–Quinte West, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

"In today's environment, it is more important than ever that youth develop the skills they need to participate and succeed in the job market," said Mr. Norlock. "Our government is proud to support projects that offer post-secondary graduates the opportunity to develop the skills and gain experience that will help them reach their full potential."

The Northumberland Community Legal Centre will receive $14,996 in Career Focus funding to hire a recent post-secondary graduate, in order to help this individual apply the skills acquired through his or her education. It is expected that the employer will hire the participant full-time upon completion of the project.

"With a very small staff to serve an expanding clientele, this funding to hire an articling student will give a tremendous boost to our legal clinic," said Ms. Lois Cromarty, Executive Director of the Northumberland Community Legal Centre. "It's a win-win-win situation for the Legal Centre, the student and the low-income residents of Northumberland. Poverty reduction is a high priority for the Centre due to the pressing need in our county. This could not have come at a better time."

The federal government is working with the provinces and territories, community organizations and other stakeholders to provide Canadians with the training, skills and opportunities they need to get jobs and contribute to their communities.

Career Focus is part of the Government of Canada's strategy to create the best educated, most skilled and most flexible workforce in the world. The Government underscored this commitment in Canada's Economic Action Plan. A key component of the Plan is to create more and better opportunities for Canadian workers through skills development. To learn more about Canada's Economic Action Plan, visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

The Career Focus program is delivered by Service Canada, which provides one-stop personalized services for Government of Canada programs, services and benefits. For more information about this program, visit www.servicecanada.gc.ca, call 1 800 O-Canada or drop by your local Service Canada Centre.

This news release is available in alternative formats upon request.

BACKGROUNDER

The Northumberland Community Legal Centre promotes social justice, equity, and the right to self-determination. It helps the unemployed and disadvantaged residents of Northumberland County through programs that give help for the real-world problems of low-income people. Between May 31, 2010, and March 11, 2011, the Centre will provide career-related work experience to a post-secondary graduate. The articling student will work with seniors and low-income Canadians to help them with legal issues related to applying for retirement, disability and work-related benefits, including filing appeals and representing clients before tribunals. Additionally, the participant will visit local high schools and youth correctional facilities to provide education on legal issues affecting youth.

As part of the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy, the Career Focus program is one of three programs that help young Canadians, particularly those facing barriers to employment, obtain career information, develop skills, gain work experience, find good jobs and stay employed. The other two programs are Summer Work Experience and Skills Link.

Career Focus links highly skilled, post-secondary youth with potential employers who can provide them with career-related work experience and help them acquire advanced employment skills to facilitate their transition into the rapidly changing labour market.

Government of Canada Helps Langley Youth Prepare for Jobs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 06:28:00 +0000

LANGLEY, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - July 2, 2010) - Local youth who face barriers to employment will get job-preparation training and work experience through the Government of Canada's support for an employment project. Mr. Mark Warawa, Member of Parliament for Langley, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

"In today's environment, it is more important than ever that youth develop the skills they need to participate and succeed in the job market," said Mr. Warawa. "By supporting this project, we are helping Langley youth develop the skills, knowledge and work experience they need to reach their full potential."

The Langley Environmental Partners Society will receive $261,799 in federal Skills Link funding to support its Youth Enhancing Aquatic Habitats (YEAH!) program, which will help 20 youth facing employment barriers develop life and job skills to ease their transition to work or return to school.

Skills Link focuses on helping youth facing barriers to employment, such as single parents, Aboriginal youth, young persons with disabilities, recent immigrants, youth living in rural and remote areas, and youth who have dropped out of high school.

The Township of Langley is also providing $64,254 to the Society for this year's YEAH! project.

"This is an excellent program that will help develop two of our most important resources: youth and the environment," said His Worship Rick Green, Mayor of the Township of Langley. "Being able to provide job training, skills and experience to young people while caring for the environment is a win-win for the entire community. The YEAH! project is a great investment in our future."

The federal government is working with the provinces and territories, community organizations and other stakeholders to provide Canadians with the training, skills and opportunities they need to get jobs and contribute to their communities.

Through the 2010 "Jobs and Growth Budget," the Government of Canada committed an additional $60 million to the Skills Link and Career Focus programs. This additional one-time investment will enable more young Canadians to gain the experience and skills they need to successfully participate in the labour market while the economy recovers.

Skills Link is part of the Government of Canada's strategy to create the best educated, most skilled and most flexible workforce in the world. The Government underscored its commitment to this strategy in Canada's Economic Action Plan. A key component of the Plan is to create more and better opportunities for Canadian workers through skills development. To learn more about Canada's Economic Action Plan, visit www.actionplan.gc.ca.

The Skills Link program is delivered by Service Canada, which provides one-stop personalized services for Government of Canada programs, services and benefits. For more information about this program, visit www.servicecanada.gc.ca, call 1 800 O-Canada or drop by your local Service Canada Centre.

This news release is available in alternative formats upon request.

BACKGROUNDER

The Langley Environmental Partners Society is a non-profit organization with a mandate to protect and restore the natural environment within the region through education, cooperation and action. The Society's Youth Enhancing Aquatic Habitats (YEAH!) program provides work experience, as well as life skills, to youth facing barriers to employment. Personal development workshops, with a focus on the environment, educate and equip participants to find employment in the future. Emphasis is put on teamwork and responsibility, as well as leadership, to prepare participants for all types of jobs.

As part of the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy, the Skills Link program is one of three programs that help young Canadians, particularly those facing barriers to employment, obtain career information, develop skills, gain work experience, find good jobs and stay employed. The other two programs are Summer Work Experience and Career Focus.

Skills Link focuses on helping youth facing barriers to employment, such as single parents, Aboriginal youth, young persons with disabilities, recent immigrants, youth living in rural and remote areas, and youth who have dropped out of high school. It offers a client-centred approach based on assessing an individual's specific needs. The program supports youth in developing basic and advanced employment skills. Eligible participants between 15 and 30 years of age—who are not receiving Employment Insurance benefits—are assisted through a coordinated approach, offering longer-term supports and services that can help them find and keep a job.

Government of Canada Invests in Construction Sector Training and Jobs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 07:22:00 +0000

MELFORT, SASKATCHEWAN--(Marketwire - June 25, 2010) - The Saskatchewan construction industry will get a boost in skilled labour as a result of a training and skills development project. The Fort-à-la-Corne Employment Development Partnership project is based on an agreement between the Government of Canada, the construction industry, a post-secondary institution and Aboriginal organizations.

Mr. Randy Hoback, Member of Parliament for Prince Albert, today announced that the Government of Canada is contributing $7.5 million towards this project through the Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership program. The partners are contributing the balance of the funding, for a total of over $15 million.

"In today's environment, it is more important than ever that people have the skills that will enable them to participate and succeed in the job market," said Mr. Hoback. "Through the Fort-à-la-Corne Employment Development Partnership project, our government is working with industry and Aboriginal organizations to help Canadians get good jobs in the construction industry. This is part of our overall strategy to create the best educated, most skilled and most flexible workforce in the world."

Through this project, participants will receive the skills training they need to take part in the construction of a hydroelectric facility. Once the construction project is finished, the participants will be able to use their transferable skills to obtain long-term employment.

"This project is a work of preparing the Aboriginal workforce for the jobs that will be created by the construction of a hydroelectric station that the James Smith Cree Nation is developing within its territory," said Mr. Dwayne Seib, Executive Director of the Fort-à-la-Corne Employment Development Partnership. "The skills and work experience gained from this project set the stage for continuing employability for the participants beyond the hydro project, and this is good for the Saskatchewan economy."

The Government of Canada's contribution to this training and skills development project is being delivered through the Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership (ASEP) program.

The ASEP program promotes partnerships between the Government of Canada, other levels of government, local organizations and employers. It provides on-the-job training that leads to long-term jobs in high demand professions such as mining, hydro development, fisheries, tourism, construction and infrastructure.

Canada's Economic Action Plan provided an additional $100 million in funding for ASEP to provide more and better opportunities for Canada's Aboriginal people.

One of these investments is the Bridges and Foundations Career Development project. It supports economic opportunities in the Saskatoon area's residential construction industry. Close to 600 Aboriginal people in the region will receive training, and it is expected that at least 400 of the participants will secure long-term jobs. Mr. Dylan Ratt, one of the participants, explained that the project opened new doors for him and provided him with the opportunity to find employment. "This has been a stepping stone and made a huge difference to me and my family," said Mr. Ratt. He is now an exterior finisher with a local company.

More information about Canada's Economic Action Plan is available at www.actionplan.gc.ca.

This news release is available online at www.actionplan.gc.ca.

BACKGROUNDER

Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership Program

The Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership (ASEP) program is a nationally managed, opportunity-driven, project-based initiative that promotes increased participation of Aboriginal people in major economic developments through formalized partnerships between Aboriginal organizations and the private sector. The provinces and territories also contribute to the projects, and all partners must contribute at least 50 percent of the total cost of the project. The ASEP program supports multi-year training-to-employment strategies leading to long-term skilled jobs for Aboriginal people in existing and emerging industries.

ASEP was initially launched in 2003 as an $85-million, five-year program supporting nine projects that resulted in over 6,000 Aboriginal people receiving training, with more than 3,000 of them finding long-term sustainable jobs. In 2007, the ASEP program was extended to 2012, with an additional $105 million supporting sixteen more projects. Canada's Economic Action Plan is investing an additional $100 million over three years to help Aboriginal people participate in the workforce and make the most of employment opportunities.

Project Description

Over two years, the Fort-à-la-Corne Employment Development Partnership project will offer job readiness and skills training to Aboriginal people in northeast Saskatchewan. Participants will acquire skills to pursue full-time, sustainable employment in the Saskatchewan economy.

Project Sponsors

* Human Resources and Skills Development Canada: $7.5 million

* Post-secondary institutions: $3.8 million

* Private sector: $3 million

* Aboriginal organizations: $1.2 million

Canada provincial government jobs 2010

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 06:42:00 +0000

Before we introduced Canada federal public service jobs in the federal level, but in the Canada provincial government level, there are a lot of job openings from time to time. This page provides you with direct Canada provincial government jobs links, including the ten provinces and the three territories: Alberta government jobs, British Columbia/BC government jobs, Yukon government jobs, Manitoba government jobs, New Brunswick government jobs, Newfoundland and Labrador government jobs, Northwest Territories government jobs, Northwest Territories government jobs, Nova Scotia government jobs, Nunavut government jobs, Ontario government jobs, Prince Edward Island government jobs, Québec government jobs, Saskatchewan government jobs.

Official links to Canada federal public service jobs 2010

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As we mentioned before,over 40% of the Public Service of Canada is located in the Ottawa-Hull area, although there are staff in over 180 countries and 1,600 locations across Canada. It is also the nation's largest single employer.

If you are looking for jobs in Canada federal public service, just click the link below to search further. These links are official job posting pages.

Introduction to Canada federal public service jobs

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Are you looking for Canada federal public service jobs? This page provides you full of information you need with direct links to each public service entity's employment center where you can search jobs and even apply online.

The Public Service of Canada

The Public Service of Canada is the staff, or bureaucracy, of the federal government of Canada. Its function is to support the Canadian monarch, and to handle the hiring of employees for the federal government ministries. It is represented by the Governor General, and the appointed ministry.

The public service functions through departments, agencies, commissions, crown corporations, and other federal organizations. Over 40% of the Public Service of Canada is located in the Ottawa-Hull area, although there are staff in over 180 countries and 1,600 locations across Canada. It is also the nation's largest single employer.

The purpose of the Canadian public service is to enact the will of the government. It does this through providing advice, implementing the priorities of the government, supporting Ministers of the Crown, and delivering services that support Canadians.

Canada Federal Public Service Hiring

Hiring (or selection) of civil servants is typically done through a competitive process that is either external (open) process or an internal (closed) process. External competitions are typically done to recruit a greater number of applicants. Conversely, internal competitions may be held for positions where there is considered to be adequate internal candidates and/or to provide opportunities for advancement within the civil service.

The area of selection varies greatly for positions and may be as limited to a specific urban area (e.g., the Lower Mainland of British Columbia) or nation-wide (and in some cases global).

Since the 2003 enactment of the 2003 Public Service Modernization Act, competitions now focus less on a rules-based concept of best-qualified, and more on a values-based approach that supposedly allows managers to hire qualified and competent individuals more quickly.

Civil servants in Canada are not contracted by an abstraction called "the state", but rather are employed by the Canadian monarch, who personifies the state and "enjoys a general capacity to contract in accordance with the rule of ordinary law." Hence, some civil servants, such as police officers, are required by law to recite the Oath of Allegiance before taking their posts; however, the same Public Services Modernization Act mentioned above ended the requirement of bureaucratic civil servants to swear the oath.

Some organizations hirings are exempt from the Public Service Employment Act therefore hire independently.

Find out these direct links, click here

(Source: Wikipedia)

Bank of Canada Jobs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 20:49:00 +0000

Are you looking for Bank of Canada careers or jobs? Bank of Canada claims they are a great place to work. At the Bank of Canada, your ideas are valued, your co-workers are keen and bright, and your work is fundamental to the economy of our country. It is a workplace that matters, where your knowledge, experience, and vision can make a significant impact on your country. We're always on the look-out for accomplished professionals to join one of our departments.

From inflation control to the currency that Canadians use daily, Canada's central bank has a broad mandate. The Bank also plays an integral role in planning and managing sophisticated financial-system computer networks.

The Bank fosters an environment of opportunity. With our emphasis on research, continuous learning, and job rotation, employees can learn, grow, and achieve their full career potential.

Diversity

The Bank of Canada is a vibrant workplace that benefits from the unique perspectives, attributes and talents of its diverse workforce. We offer flexibility to accommodate the needs of our employees and candidates.

Professional Development

We believe that the Bank and our staff both benefit from continuous learning. That's why we're committed to helping you broaden your skills. Opportunities for continuous learning include on-the-job training, assignments, mentoring, reading, project work, self-directed learning, seminars, evening courses, pursuit of academic degrees, and professional accreditation programs. We may even cover the costs of your education outside the Bank.

Work and Personal Life

The Bank knows its employees are busy people with busy lives. So whenever possible, it offers flexible working hours, compressed work schedules, part-time work and telework to interested employees.

To apply Bank of Canada jobs, you will need to register with Workopolis.com in order to submit applications. Click the link here to go further: Bank of Canada Jobs>>>

(Source: Bank of Canada)

Atomic Energy of Canada careers/AECL Jobs

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 20:32:00 +0000

Are you looking for Atomic Energy of Canada careers or ACEL jobs? This page is the right place for you to find it.

According to Wikipedia, Atomic Energy of Canada Limited or AECL is a Canadian federal Crown corporation with the responsibility of managing Canada's national nuclear energy research and development program, including the advancement and support of CANDU reactor technology which was developed at AECL starting in the 1950s. AECL also provides a variety of maintenance, diagnostic, waste management, refurbishment, and other services to the nuclear industry.

AECL describes its mandate as follows:

* Managing the Canadian nuclear platform responsibly and cost effectively.
* Leveraging the technology base to deliver nuclear products and services to market.

AECL is also the vendor of CANDU technology, which it has exported worldwide. Throughout the 1960s-2000s AECL marketed and built CANDU facilities in India, South Korea, Argentina, Romania, and the People's Republic of China.

In addition, AECL manufactures nuclear medicine radioisotopes for supply to MDS Nordion in Ottawa, Canada, and is the world's largest supplier of Molybdenum-99 for diagnostic tests, and Cobalt-60 for cancer therapy.

AECL is funded through a combination of federal government appropriations and commercial revenue. In 2009, AECL received $651 million in federal support.

Now just click this link to find Atomic Energy of Canada careers/AECL Jobs>>>

To Know the Opportunities and Make It True!

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 06:16:00 +0000

Canada is a good nation to be loved. Opportunities are provided in front of you, and then try your best to make it. Click the links below to find Canadian government jobs in federal, public services, departments, provinces and their local municipalities. Good luck!

Canada Government Jobs in the Public Service

Canadian Government Direct Hiring Departments and Agencies

Canadian government jobs in provinces

British Columbia-Part 2

British Columbia-Part 1

Northern Canada

Saskatchewan

Manitoba

Atlantic Canada

Ontario-Part 2

Ontario-Part 1

Alberta-Part 2

Alberta-Part 1

Quebec

Canada Government Jobs in the Public Service

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This page provides Canada Government Jobs in the Public Service. For further information, please click the links to move on.

Canadian Government Direct Hiring Departments and Agencies

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Canadian Government Direct Hiring Departments and Agencies are provided in this page. Please click the links of interest to read more details.

Canadian government jobs in provinces

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Click the links below to find Canadian government jobs in each province government or territory.

Canada Government Jobs in British Columbia-Part 2

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Click on the following links to find Canada government jobs in the local municipalities across the province of British Columbia, for the British Columbia government itself, click Here.

Part 1

Canada Government Jobs in British Columbia-Part 1

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 05:45:00 +0000

Click on the following links to find Canada government jobs in the local municipalities across the province of British Columbia, for the British Columbia government itself, click Here.

To be continued: Part 2