Canada News Centre2026-09-09T14:55:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/09/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-highlights-funding-to-support-edmontons-skilled-trades-workforce.html

Secretary of State Zerucelli highlights funding to support Edmonton’s skilled trades workforce

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-09-09T14:55:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/09/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-to-make-a-funding-announcement-to-support-edmontons-skilled-trades-workforce.html

The Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour), will be in Thorhild to announce funding to the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955 Training Trust Fund to provide modern, state-of-the-art training equipment for the next generation of skilled workers.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-09-08T13:30:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/09/joint-statement-by-the-minister-of-jobs-and-families-and-the-secretary-of-state-labour-on-labour-day.html

Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, and the Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour), issued the following statement marking Labour Day.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-09-07T09:12:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/08/canada-announces-targeted-countermeasures-and-substantive-support-for-workers-and-businesses-in-response-to-us-tariffs.html

The Government of Canada has negotiated intensively and in good faith with the United States (U.S.) toward a fair and comprehensive trade agreement that would protect Canadian workers and their families, strengthen the economy, provide greater certainty for businesses, and respect Canada’s sovereignty.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-08-28T13:47:48-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-to-highlight-canadian-response-to-us-tariffs.html

Secretary of State Zerucelli to highlight Canadian response to U.S. tariffs

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-08-27T13:39:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-highlights-additional-funding-to-support-albertas-skilled-trades-workforce.html

Building a strong economy starts with a strong workforce. As the economy continues to evolve, demand for skilled workers is growing. Across Canada, skilled trades workers are driving economic growth, supporting key industries, strengthening supply chains and building the homes and infrastructure Canadians rely on every day.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-08-12T12:20:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/08/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-to-announce-additional-funding-for-albertas-skilled-trades-workforce.html

Secretary of State Zerucelli to announce additional funding for Alberta’s skilled trades workforce

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-08-11T11:20:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-highlights-launch-of-national-food-security-strategy.html

Secretary of State Zerucelli highlights launch of National Food Security Strategy

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-07-06T11:33:23-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/07/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-to-announce-support-for-food-security-in-etobicoke.html

Secretary of State Zerucelli to announce support for food security in Etobicoke

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-07-03T10:39:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/07/government-of-canada-launches-a-second-round-of-consultations-to-strengthen-and-improve-the-labour-relations-framework.html

Government of Canada launches a second round of consultations to strengthen and improve the labour relations framework

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-07-03T10:08:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/05/building-the-workforce-needed-to-deliver-more-homes-in-etobicoke-ontario.html

The Spring Economic Update 2026 is the next step in our plan to build Canada Strong for All. It provides a clear update on the strength of Canada’s economy, giving Canadians confidence in our plan. It delivers targeted relief to make life more affordable, support workers, and accelerate the construction of homes and major infrastructure. It also strengthens Canada’s competitiveness and economic growth while investing in strong, safe communities across the country.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-05-08T12:06:21-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-to-highlight-housing-measures-from-spring-economic-update-2026.html

The Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour), will be in Etobicoke to highlight housing investments in Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All that will build more homes by growing the skilled workforce, speeding up construction, and supporting modern methods of construction.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-05-07T10:45:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/05/secretary-of-state-john-zerucelli-highlights-spring-economic-update-2026-investments-to-help-workers-and-young-people-gain-skills-experience-and-su.html

In Budget 2025, we outlined our plan to build Canada strong. Since then, we have moved fast to build the major infrastructure, homes and industries that grow Canada’s economy and create lasting prosperity; empower Canadians with better careers and a more affordable life; and protect our communities, our borders and our way of life. 

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-05-01T10:50:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/04/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-to-highlight-spring-economic-update-2026-investments-to-build-trades-and-support-canadas-young-people.html

The Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour), will be in Sarnia to highlight recent investments from the Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to help workers and young people gain the skills, experience and support they need to succeed.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-04-30T12:01:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/04/joint-statement-by-the-minister-of-jobs-and-families-and-secretary-of-state-labour-on-the-national-day-of-mourning.html

Joint statement by the Minister of Jobs and Families and Secretary of State (Labour) on the National Day of Mourning

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-04-28T09:01:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/04/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-highlights-suspension-of-the-federal-fuel-excise-tax-on-gasoline-and-diesel-and-other-affordability-measures-to-lower-.html

The global landscape is rapidly changing. In response, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control – building a stronger, more independent, more resilient economy. We’re building an economy where Canadians are empowered with greater security, certainty, and a lower cost of living.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-04-23T10:02:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/04/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-in-hamilton-to-highlight-affordability-measures.html

Secretary of State Zerucelli in Hamilton to highlight affordability measures

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-04-22T09:31:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/04/government-of-canada-launches-consultations-to-strengthen-labour-relations-and-better-support-workers.html

Today’s global landscape is shifting rapidly. Amid economic uncertainty and challenges for workers, industries and communities, the Government of Canada is relentlessly focused on building a strong, resilient economy and protecting Canadian jobs. Strong labour relations and modern tools that support them are critical to the stability of our country, economy and communities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-04-17T12:39:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/03/government-of-canada-creates-new-tripartite-advisory-council-for-labour-policy.html

In a rapidly changing world, we are focusing on what we can control: building a stronger, more resilient Canada. Ensuring the voices of workers and employers are heard is essential to building a strong economy and supporting the workforce of today and tomorrow. That is why the Government of Canada is fostering meaningful tripartite engagement.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-03-12T09:22:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/03/workforce-training-in-quebec-governments-of-canada-and-quebec-announce-funding-for-sustainable-jobs.html

The Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour), and Pascale Déry, Quebec’s Minister of Employment, have announced a new investment of $24.7 million over five years to support skills training for apprentices in 18 designated Red Seal trades in Quebec that are considered essential to reducing Canada’s carbon emissions. Over a five-year period, up to 3,750 apprentices and journeypersons in Quebec could benefit from the additional funding announced. This investment is part of the bilateral agreement between Canada and Quebec in connection with the Union Training and Innovation Program (UTIP).

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-03-09T11:34:22-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/03/canadian-apprenticeship-strategy.html

The Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy aims to support a trades workforce that is skilled, inclusive, certified and productive.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-03-09T11:32:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/03/governments-of-canada-and-quebec-to-invest-in-green-skills-training.html

The Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour), and Pascale Déry, Quebec’s Minister of Employment and Minister responsible for the Lanaudière Region, will be in Gatineau to announce new investments under the Canada-Quebec bilateral agreement under the Union Training and Innovation Program to support green skills training.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-03-06T11:00:44-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/02/government-of-canadas-new-auto-strategy.html

The world is changing rapidly, fundamentally reshaping trade relationships and leaving economies, businesses and workers under a cloud of uncertainty. Canada’s automotive industry is on the front line of this shift, with more than 90% of Canadian-made vehicles and 60% of Canadian-made auto parts currently exported to the U.S.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-02-18T09:26:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/02/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-will-highlight-the-new-strategy-to-transform-canadas-auto-industry.html

The Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour), will be in Newmarket, Ontario, to announce the launch of a new strategy to transform Canada’s automotive industry.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-02-17T16:46:12-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/02/backgrounder-on-worker-retention-grant-for-work-sharing-employers.html

Ensuring the right Employment Insurance (EI) Work-Sharing supports are in place is crucial to helping Canadian employers and workers avoid layoffs during a time when the global landscape is rapidly changing leaving economies, businesses, and workers in a state of flux.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-02-17T14:09:41-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/02/the-government-of-canada-announces-appointments-to-canada-industrial-relations-board.html

Labour industrial relations are stronger when highly qualified individuals help resolve workplace disputes and appeals, uphold labour laws and serve the best interests of Canadians.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-02-12T16:18:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/02/training-more-than-1800-canadian-workers-to-help-build-canada-strong.html

The Government of Canada is building one strong Canadian economy. To do so, Canada needs skilled trades workers to develop major infrastructure and build millions more homes. That means the newest generation of builders must get proper training.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-02-06T17:21:53-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/02/improving-access-to-training-for-the-skilled-trades-apprentices-helping-to-build-canada-strong.html

The Government of Canada is building one strong Canadian economy, and skilled trades workers are essential to that growth. As part of this commitment, the government has doubled its investment in the Union Training and Innovation Program—a measure that will help support union-led training across the country and ensure more apprentices are equipped with the proper training and skills needed to thrive.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-02-06T10:59:16-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-to-invest-in-skilled-trades-training.html

The Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour), will be in Port Coquitlam to announce funding through the Union Training and Innovation Program to enable a more skilled, certified and productive Canadian workforce.

Employment and Social Development Canada2026-02-05T16:10:52-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/government-of-canada-invests-in-youth-gang-prevention-in-rexdale.html

Today, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State for Labour, announced $1.89 million in funding to the United Nations Association in Canada for a new initiative aimed at reducing youth involvement in gangs and violent crime in Toronto’s Rexdale community through Public Safety Canada’s Youth Gang Prevention Fund.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-12T14:51:41-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/01/minister-anandasangaree-and-secretary-of-state-zerucelli-to-make-a-funding-announcement.html

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, and the Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State for Labour, for an announcement about the Government of Canada’s efforts to support reducing youth involvement in gangs and violent crime in Toronto’s Rexdale community.

Public Safety Canada2026-01-09T14:06:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-to-invest-in-skilled-trades-training0.html

Leslie Church, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretaries of State for Labour, for Seniors, and for Children and Youth, and to the Minister of Jobs and Families (Persons with Disabilities), will be in Mississauga to announce funding through the Union Training and Innovation Program to enable a more skilled, certified and productive Canadian workforce.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-12-15T11:02:19-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/12/government-of-canada-to-invest-in-skilled-trades-training.html

The Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour), will be in Ottawa to announce funding through the Union Training and Innovation Program to enable a more skilled, certified and productive Canadian workforce.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-12-08T10:26:43-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/11/government-of-canada-to-invest-in-skilled-trades-training.html

The Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State (Labour), will be in Woodbridge to announce funding through the Union Training and Innovation Program to enable a more skilled, certified and productive Canadian workforce.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-11-28T13:39:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2025/10/budget-2025-to-invest-in-canadian-workers.html

Canada has a skilled and adaptable workforce, the most educated in the world. On November 4, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will table Budget 2025 – the government’s plan to deliver generational, transformational investments to grow our economy, empower workers, create high-paying careers, and protect and support those most affected by trade disruptions.

Department of Finance Canada2025-10-27T10:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/10/secretary-of-state-zerucelli-highlights-new-government-of-canada-measures-to-protect-build-and-transform-canadas-workforce-and-build-canada-strong.html

The world is rapidly changing, and the effect is profound. To meet the challenges of our time, we must build Canada strong. This starts with strength, ambition, and action, right here at home.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-10-03T15:41:15-04:00