Government of Canada to announce new student work placements for post-secondary students in the information technology field

The Honourable Bardish Chagger, Minister of Small Business and Tourism, will announce how the Government of Canada is helping post-secondary students get new student work placements in their field of study.

A photo opportunity and media availability will follow.

Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.

DATE:     Thursday, August 31, 2017

TIME:      9:45 a.m.  media tour
                10:00 a.m.  announcement

PLACE:   151 Charles Street West
                Suite 400
                Kitchener, Ontario

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FOR INFORMATION (media only):

Media Relations Office
Employment and Social Development Canada
819-994-5559
media@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca
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