Government of Canada Investment Creates Employment Opportunities and Supports Economic Development in Greater Sudbury
News Release
July 13, 2016 – Sudbury, ON – Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario – FedNor
Marc Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and Minister responsible for FedNor, today announced an investment of $91,800 to create jobs for two young graduates while supporting key sectors of Northern Ontario's economy, including arts and culture, tourism, as well as economic development and business growth.
Of the total, Wahnapitae First Nation will receive FedNor funding of $63,000 to hire a youth intern for a two-year period to conduct planning activities and help establish a stand-alone economic development corporation for the community. Theatre Cambrian will receive $28,800 to hire a youth intern for a one-year period to perform activities such as marketing, coordinating and expanding major events, as well as strategic planning.
Quick Facts
- The funding announced today is provided through FedNor's Northern Ontario Development Program, which supports projects that promote sustainable community economic development, enhance business development and growth, and facilitate innovation.
- Since its inception, FedNor has helped provide more than 1525 young post-secondary graduates with their crucial first job, and assisted businesses and organizations in growing the economy by helping them access a qualified and talented workforce.
Quotes
"The Government of Canada is proud to invest in Northern Ontario communities to help create high-quality job opportunities for young Canadians. Strategic investments, such as this one, help prepare our country's next generation of community and business leaders by providing them with meaningful on-the-job experience."
– The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, and Minister responsible for FedNor
"Helping to keep bright, talented young Canadians living and working in the region is a priority for the Government of Canada. Today's announcement is not only an investment in our regional economy, but an investment in our youth and our collective future."
– Marc Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt
"We are pleased to partner with the Government of Canada through FedNor on this priority project that will help us create youth employment and maximize the economic potential of our community. By supporting youth and economic development, this investment will further position the Wahnapitae First Nation and Greater Sudbury as open for business."
– Chief Ted Roque, Wahnapitae First Nation
Associated Links
- To find out more about our programs and services, please visit: fednor.gc.ca and follow us on Twitter @FedNor.
- Follow the Minister on Twitter: @MinisterISED
Contact
Barclay Babcock
Communications Officer - FedNor
705-690-0957
barclay.babcock@canada.ca
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