| 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.
| 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.
| 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
| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
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.
| 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.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
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.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | backgrounders
The New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) is a federal grants and contributions program that funds projects that empower seniors in their communities and contribute to improving seniors’ health and well-being.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | media advisories
The Minister of Seniors, Kamal Khera, will be in Winnipeg to announce federal investments in community-based projects across the country under the New Horizons for Seniors Program.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | media advisories
The Minister of Canadian Heritage and Quebec lieutenant, Pablo Rodriguez, will be in Montréal to highlight funding through the Skills for Success program.
| Employment and Social Development Canada | news releases
One in six people in Canada identify as having a disability. Creating a barrier-free Canada that is inclusive, fair and free of physical, societal and attitudinal barriers is a core priority for the Government of Canada.
