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Backgrounder - New Horizons for Seniors Program 

| Employment and Social Development Canada | backgrounders

The New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) is a federal grants and contributions program that supports projects led or inspired by seniors who make a difference in the lives of others and their communities. Through the NHSP, the Government of Canada encourages seniors to share their knowledge, skills and experiences to the benefit of others.


Backgrounder: Office of Literacy and Essential Skills

| Employment and Social Development Canada | backgrounders

The Government of Canada created the Office of Literacy and Essential Skills in 2007 to support adult Canadians in improving their essential skills to enter and succeed in the job market.


Canada Employment Insurance Commission (CEIC)

| Employment and Social Development Canada | backgrounders

The CEIC is a tripartite organization, representing the interests of workers, employers, and government. The Commissioner for Workers and the Commissioner for Employers are appointed by the Governor in Council for terms of up to five years. They are mandated to represent and reflect the views of their respective constituencies.


The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos and the Hounourable Lisa Dempster will co-chair the 18th Meeting of Federal/Provincial/Territorial Ministers Responsible for Seniors

| Employment and Social Development Canada | media advisories

The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, and the Honourable Lisa Dempster, Newfoundland and Labrador Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development, will co-chair the 18th Meeting of Federal/Provincial/Territorial Ministers Responsible for Seniors.


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2017-05-26