July 9, 2015 Lethbridge, AB Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada
Member of Parliament Jim Hillyer (Lethbridge), on behalf of The Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, today announced support to Lethbridge College for a program designed and delivered to prepare First Nation and Inuit youth with the skills and training needed to join the labour market.
Member of Parliament Hillyer made the announcement during a visit to Lethbridge College, which is receiving close to $380,000 for its Community Health Promotion Program that will allow First Nation and Inuit students to build the skills needed to access jobs within multiple sectors.
By promoting post-secondary education programming linked to labour market needs, the Government of Canada is ensuring youth are equipped with the tools and opportunities they need to find and hold meaningful, sustainable jobs.
The revamped Post-Secondary Partnerships Program (formerly the Indian Studies Support Program) aligns with government priorities by supporting post-secondary institutions to develop and deliver courses with a strong relationship to labour market needs.
Emily Hillstrom
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development
819-997-0002
Media Relations
Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada
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