| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
Minister of Labour Seamus O’Regan met with Trades NL and the Ironworkers to highlight investments in the skills and education workers need for the jobs they want.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | media advisories
The Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Marci Ien, will attend an event at the Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, to highlight the 2022 Fall Economic Statement, the Government of Canada’s plan to continue its sound stewardship of the economy, make life more affordable, and build an economy that works for everyone.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
The Canadian economy has made strides towards recovering from the pandemic, having achieved record low unemployment rates. However, significant skills and labour shortages continue to affect many sectors and investments in training are needed to re-build a strong and resilient workforce that can meet the demands of today’s economy. Each sector of our economy is unique and often requires tailored approaches to workforce solutions and skills development to remain adaptable and responsive to the changing labour market.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | media advisories
Federal Minister of Labour, Seamus O’Regan Jr., will be at the Ironworkers Training Center in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador, with Trades NL, to highlight the 2022 Fall Economic Statement, the Government of Canada’s plan to continue making life more affordable for Canadians and building an economy that works for everyone.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
In the recent 2022 Fall Economic Statement, the Government of Canada highlighted its plan to continue its sound stewardship of the economy and to be there for Canadians. To help families cope with increasing costs, like rising prices at the checkout counter, the government is delivering targeted support to the Canadians who need it the most, including by: doubling the GST Credit for 11 million eligible Canadians; enhancing the Canada Workers Benefit to support 4.2 million Canadians; and making federal student and apprentice loans permanently interest free for the graduates of today and tomorrow.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | backgrounders
The New Horizons for Seniors Program is a federal grants and contributions program that funds projects that empower seniors in their communities and contributes to improving seniors’ health and well-being.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
Since the beginning of the pandemic, the Government of Canada has helped millions of Canadians, including seniors, by providing them with supports and benefits related to COVID 19. As Canada emerges from the COVID 19 pandemic, the Government of Canada will continue to support community organizations that make a difference and create opportunities for seniors to stay active and involved in their communities
| Employment and Social Development Canada | backgrounders
Minister O’Regan announces final regulations to bring 10 days of paid sick leave into force
| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
Last year, the Government of Canada introduced 10 days of paid sick leave to the Canada Labour Code to better protect workers, their jobs and their families. Access to paid sick leave keeps workers safe while ensuring that they do not lose pay—because no one should have to choose between staying home when they’re sick or paying their bills.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
Today, Minister of Seniors Kamal Khera was in Calgary, Alberta, to announce measures under the 2022 Fall Economic Statement. Minister Khera was accompanied by Member of Parliament George Chahal and made the announcement while visiting the Centre for Newcomers.
