Canada Apprentice Loan
Canada recognizes that apprenticeship training plays a key role in Canada’s post-secondary education system and provides vital skills and knowledge necessary to power and grow the Canadian economy. Canada is also aware that a number of employers in Canada cannot meet demand for skilled labour in specific sectors. In fact the Conference Board of Canada predicts that Canada will need one million additional skilled workers by 2020. Continue reading
Go Global: Supporting Export Success
Join International Trade Minister Ed Fast, and experts from all the Government of Canada export support agencies such as Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service, Export Development Canada, the Business Development Bank of Canada and the Canadian Commercial Corporation at a unique workshop, delivered in partnership with Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters, designed to provide all the information needed to succeed in today’s international markets. Continue reading
YPSWA marks National Non-Smoking Week from January 18 – 24, 2015
Smoking is the leading cause of premature death in Canada. Each year, more than 37,000 Canadians die from diseases such as lung cancer, heart disease and several other serious ailments caused by smoking and second-hand smoke. Smoking also adds considerable strain to families dealing with resulting health problems, our communities and our health care system. Continue reading
YPSWA and Canada celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week
Global Entrepreneurship Week celebrates the commitment of entrepreneurs and their immense contributions to our well-being, wealth and long-term prosperity. It is also an opportunity for young and aspiring entrepreneurs to connect with the tools and resources they need to bring their fresh ideas to market. Continue reading
Canada-New Zealand Youth Mobility Agreement
Canada announced an amendment to the Canada-New Zealand Youth Mobility Agreement – an initiative within the International Experience Canada (IEC) program – which extends the duration of work permits issued to youth from Canada and New Zealand from 12 to 23 months. Continue reading
YPSWA is honoured to visit Bombardier’s Challenger plant
President of Young Professionals and Skilled Workers Association (YPSWA), Volodymyr Paslavskyi, attended a tour of the Bombardier Aerospace facility near Montreal, where the Challenger airplane family is assembled. Continue reading
Canada announces funding for skills training at Northlands College
The Government of Canada announced support for mining skills-training at Northlands College, which will help students acquire the skills they need to fill higher-paying jobs in the rapidly expanding mining industry in Northern Saskatchewan. Continue reading
YPSWA is active and successful at the International Farnborough Air Show
London – July 18, 2014 – Young Professionals and Skilled Workers Association (YPSWA) successfully participated in the International Farnborough Air Show, which takes place near London every two years and brings together all the industry’s players across the globe to showcase the latest technological innovations. This year, the show took place from July 14th to July 20th. Continue reading
Etobicoke Trade Show 2014
Mississauga – 17 May 2014 – Young Professionals and Skilled Workers Association (YPSWA) organized and hosted the Etobicoke Trade Show 2014 (ETS 2014), with the support and sponsorship of local small and medium enterprises (SMEs), individual entrepreneurs and professionals. Continue reading
Canadian paid internships in high-demand fields: background information
Although Canada boasts high levels of post-secondary achievement, the transition for students to a first job can be challenging. Young graduates often lack opportunities to gain the workplace experience and skills necessary to find and retain jobs. In addition, too many Canadian graduates find themselves unemployed or underemployed, while employers are searching for skilled workers. Continue reading
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