Government of Canada announces over $3 million for youth employment projects in Saskatchewan

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October 13, 2005
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN - Belinda Stronach, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development and Minister responsible for Democratic Renewal, today announced more than $3 million in funding for 22 employment projects in Saskatchewan. The funding will help 816 youth make a successful transition to the workplace.
"The Government of Canada is committed to helping young people in Saskatchewan gain the skills and knowledge they need to reach their full potential," said Minister Stronach. "These projects will help youths overcome barriers to employment and gain valuable experience that will help them to integrate into the labour market."
Service Canada is providing financial assistance for these projects through the Skills Link program, a component of the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy. The Skills Link program helps young people facing barriers to employment to acquire the skills, knowledge and work experience they need to participate in the job market.
The Government's commitment to improving opportunities for youth is part of an ongoing effort to build a strong, vibrant Canada for the 21st century. The Government's strategy is to create a Canada where meaningful, long-term employment opportunities exist and the work force is trained to meet the requirements of modern businesses.
Funding for this initiative was provided for in the February 2005 federal Budget and is therefore built into the existing fiscal framework.
This project has been reviewed to ensure its compliance with the Department's administration of its grant and contribution programs, and it is subject to review under the Financial Administration Act.
For more information, see the attached backgrounder.
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For more information on programs under the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy, call the Youth Info Line at 1 800 935-5555, or visit our Web site at youth.gc.ca.

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