Social Finance Fund
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The Social Finance Fund aims to address systemic biases and inequities historically present in financial systems and investment decisions.
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Social Finance Fund – Timeline
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Social Innovation and Social Finance Strategy Co-Creation Steering Group Report recommends the creation of a social finance fund to accelerate the development of social finance ecosystems across Canada, alongside eleven other recommendations.
Government of Canada to announce investments in accessibility projects
| Employment and Social Development Canada | media advisories
Government of Canada to announce investments in accessibility projects
Joint statement from ministers Alghabra and Qualtrough on disability-inclusive air travel
| Employment and Social Development Canada | statements
Yesterday, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, met with the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) to discuss a shared commitment to do more for persons with disabilities when they travel by air.
Minister O’Regan discusses labour reforms in Mexico City
| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
Today, Minister of Labour Seamus O’Regan Jr. wrapped-up a three-day visit in Mexico City where he engaged with Mexican officials, unions and stakeholders on labour reforms being implemented under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). He also examined first-hand how Government of Canada investments are improving workers’ rights and labour conditions in Mexico.
Government of Canada to make an announcement related to social innovation and social finance
| Employment and Social Development Canada | media advisories
The Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Karina Gould, will be in Ottawa to make an announcement related to social innovation and social finance. The Government of Canada is committed to helping the social finance market grow, innovate and enhance their social, economic and environmental impact.
Government of Canada invests in accessibility projects
| Employment and Social Development Canada | media advisories
The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, will be in Winnipeg to announce community and workplace projects under the Enabling Accessibility Fund. These investments, which will be announced during National AccessAbility Week, reinforce the Government’s commitment to a disability-inclusive Canada
Government of Canada hosts second annual Canadian Congress on Disability Inclusion, kicking off National AccessAbility Week 2023
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More than 6.2 million Canadians have a disability, which may be permanent or temporary, visible or invisible. The Government of Canada continuously advocates for accessibility and the full inclusion of persons with disabilities in all aspects of Canadian society by working closely with the disability community, stakeholders, all levels of government and international partners.
Government of Canada invests $5.6 million in La Factry skills training initiative for new Canadians
| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
Today’s job market is ever-changing. While many workers are without the necessary skills to meet on-the-job demands and employers are struggling to find employees to fill vacancies, for some workers, all they need is a little assistance to better integrate into the job market. This is frequently the case for newcomers.
Government of Canada funds more than 3,000 projects across Canada to empower seniors in their communities
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Seniors have made and continue to make significant and valuable contributions to their families, communities, and workplaces. The Government of Canada remains committed to supporting local organizations that empower seniors, promote engagement within their communities, and contribute to their health and well-being.
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