Government of Canada highlights investments in young Canadians through the Student Work Placement Program

Irek Kusmierczyk, Member of Parliament for Windsor–Tecumseh and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, will visit the University of Windsor and meet with Student Work Placement Program partners to highlight work-integrated learning and its benefits to young Canadians and employers in Windsor.

The announcement is being made on behalf of the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough.

A photo opportunity will follow the announcement.

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

DATE:        Friday, August 6, 2021
TIME:         10:00 a.m. EDT
PLACE:      Freed-Orman Commons 
                   Assumption Hall
                   University of Windsor
                   400 Huron Church Road
                   Windsor, Ontario

Journalists who want to participate must register by contacting media@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca with their name and media outlet before 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 5, 2021.

The teleconference number will be provided to those who register and wish to attend virtually.

In-person attendance instructions:

• Arrive between 20 and 30 minutes prior to the announcement for pre-screening requirements.
• Do not attend if you have any symptoms associated with COVID-19 or have been in contact with anyone who has received a positive diagnosis within the last 14 days.
• Please note that wearing a face covering is mandatory.
   

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