Canada announces paid internships in high-demand fields
“Too many young Canadian graduates find themselves unemployed or under-employed, while employers are searching for workers” – Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Continue reading
YPSWA Remembers Chernobyl Disaster
MPP Cansfield’s statement was special because it reminded Canadians and the world that we must be vigilant and pay attention to the events in Ukraine. YPSWA members consulted with MPP Cansfield on this topic before it was made into a statement in the House. Continue reading
National Volunteer Week
YPSWA joins Prime Minister of Canada Stephen Harper in congratulating all volunteers in Canada, including YPSWA volunteers, who make this organization strong and active. Continue reading
Canada working with Right to Play to improve the health and education of children in the developing world
Minister Paradis and Right To Play mark first International Day of Sport for Development and Peace Continue reading
Ontario Calls for Expansion Proposals from Universities
Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne announced today that her government is taking steps to ensure that more students can pursue undergraduate degrees close to home. Continue reading
Fostering Talent and Skills for the New Economy
At the summit, Ontario announced two projects under its new $25 million Youth Skills Connections fund. George Brown College and Ryerson University will use the investment to partner with business and labour to deliver specialized programs that will prepare 212 young people for jobs in the food, metal manufacturing and information communications technology sectors. Continue reading
Government Helping Companies Innovate and Create Jobs
Ontario is providing support through its Southwestern Ontario Development Fund. This investment will help Brose Canada acquire new, state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment to attract new business, increase exports and compete in new markets. Continue reading
Ontario and Manitoba Partner on Energy Innovation
•Through the Council of the Federation, Canada’s Premiers are working on a Canadian Energy Strategy to support regional needs and address common energy challenges.
•Ontario’s electricity sector will be completely coal-free by the end of 2014. This is the single biggest climate change initiative in North America.
•Ontario is hosting the Canadian Energy Innovation Summit to provide a forum for developing partnerships that can leverage Ontario’s expertise and strengthen Canada’s ability to compete in international markets and create good jobs.
•Manitoba’s electricity is made from more than 98% clean, renewable sources.
•Manitoba’s Power Smart energy efficiency program has saved Manitoba families, firms, facilities and farms more than $900 million on their utility bills since it was launched. Continue reading
Ontario Increasing Minimum Wage
Ontario is increasing the minimum wage from $10.25 to $11 per hour on June 1, 2014. This new rate reflects the rise in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) since the last minimum wage increase in 2010 and is part of the provincial government’s commitment to fairness. Continue reading
Ontario Launches the Healthy Kids Community Challenge
The challenge is a new initiative to help children be more active and healthy so they can reach their full potential. The province will provide 30 communities with funding, training, advice, social marketing tools and other resources over four years to develop and implement community-based programs and activities that promote healthy habits. Continue reading
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