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Randy BoissonnaultCanada News Centre2024-03-28T16:29:35-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svgMinister Randy Boissonnault will be speaking at the Solutions to Workforce Challenges Forum in Montréalhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/minister-randy-boissonnault-will-be-speaking-at-the-solutions-to-workforce-challenges-forum-in-montreal.htmlMinister Randy Boissonnault will be speaking at the Solutions to workforce challenges Forum in MontréalEmployment and Social Development Canada2024-03-22T08:20:19-04:00Government of Canada to adjust temporary measures under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program Workforce Solutions Road Maphttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-to-adjust-temporary-measures-under-the-temporary-foreign-worker-program-workforce-solutions-road-map.htmlThe Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program experienced a surge in demand due to the post-pandemic economy, low unemployment rates, and record-high job vacancy rates in 2022. To address those labour shortages, the Program adopted a series of policy changes. With changing labour market conditions and declining job vacancies, the Government is adjusting the Temporary Foreign Worker Program to ensure the program continues to only be used in cases where there are no workers here in Canada that can fill the necessary role.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-21T15:28:01-04:00Happy International Day of La Francophonie!https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/03/happy-international-day-of-la-francophonie.htmlLet’s celebrate our French language and Francophone culture togetherCanadian Heritage2024-03-20T10:00:04-04:00Average $15-a-day regulated child care for families in Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/average-15-a-day-regulated-child-care-for-families-in-alberta.htmlToo many families across Canada lack access to high-quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care. That’s why the Government of Canada is working with provinces and territories, including Alberta, to provide families in Canada with $10-a-day, on average, regulated child care for children up to kindergarden age by March 2026. This is a plan to make life more affordable, create new jobs, get parents—especially mothers—back into the workforce, grow the middle class, and offer each child the best possible start in life. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-15T13:29:41-04:00Child care announcement for families in Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/child-care-announcement-for-families-in-alberta.htmlThe Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, will join the Honourable Matt Jones, Minister of Jobs, Economy and Trade for Alberta, to announce a fee reduction for licensed child care in Alberta.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-14T11:35:26-04:00Government of Canada announces two new funding opportunities for sustainable jobs in the low-carbon economyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-announces-two-new-funding-opportunities-for-sustainable-jobs-in-the-low-carbon-economy.htmlCanada’s workforce is leading the transition toward a greener and more sustainable future. The Government of Canada is taking action to ensure that workers and employers in all regions of Canada have the skills and resources to thrive in the economy of today and tomorrow.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-08T13:52:15-05:00Backgrounder: Government of Canada launches call for proposals under the new Sustainable Jobs Training Fundhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/backgrounder-government-of-canada-launches-call-for-proposals-under-the-new-sustainable-jobs-training-fund.htmlThe Sustainable Jobs Training Fund will support a series of training projects that will help workers upgrade or gain new skills for jobs in the low-carbon economy. The Fund will allocate up to $99.1 million for projects from 2024 to 2028. Projects will range from $8 million to $15 million each, with agreements to start in 2024. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-08T13:50:10-05:00Minister Boissonnault announces more than $28.9 million to help women succeed in the skilled tradeshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/minister-boissonnault-announces-more-than-289-million-to-help-women-succeed-in-the-skilled-trades.htmlWith the number of housing construction projects needed across the country, the demand for skilled tradespeople is at an all-time high and is expected to keep growing. The Government of Canada is making targeted investments aimed at developing a diverse and inclusive skilled trades workforce that will have the right skills to build the country’s housing supply and grow tomorrow’s green economy. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-08T09:22:48-05:00Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy: Women in the Skilled Trades Initiativehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/canadian-apprenticeship-strategy-women-in-the-skilled-trades-initiative.htmlThe Women in the Skilled Trades Initiative focuses on funding projects that recruit, retain, and help women apprentices succeed in the 39 eligible Red Seals trades found predominately in the construction and manufacturing sectors. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-08T09:20:49-05:00Minister Boissonnault announces funding to support skills training for Indigenous people across Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/minister-boissonnault-announces-funding-to-support-skills-training-for-indigenous-people-across-canada.htmlA strong economy and healthy communities are created when everyone has a real and fair chance to succeed. When First Nations, Inuit and Métis are supported, not only are they developing their own skills and competencies, they are also helping their communities, now and into the future. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-07T13:21:56-05:00Backgrounder: Skills and Partnership Fundhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/backgrounder-skills-and-partnership-fund.htmlThe Skills and Partnership Fund 2022 call for proposals ran from February 28 to May 9, 2022, and sought applications from Indigenous organizations for partnership-based projects with a focus on five priority sectors: the green economy; information and communications technology; infrastructure; the blue economy; and the Indigenous public sector. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-07T13:20:20-05:00Fort McKay First Nation Oil Sands Regulations amendments advance economic reconciliation in Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2024/03/fort-mckay-first-nation-oil-sands-regulations-amendments-advance-economic-reconciliation-in-alberta.htmlFort McKay First Nation received an Addition to Reserve lands, which included oil sands deposits, as part of a 2004 Treaty Land Entitlement Settlement Agreement.Indigenous Services Canada2024-03-07T12:59:52-05:00Government of Canada to launch call for proposals under the new Sustainable Jobs Training Fundhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-to-launch-call-for-proposals-under-the-new-sustainable-jobs-training-fund.htmlThe Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, will be making an important virtual announcement on the new Sustainable Jobs Training Fund. He will be sharing new updates regarding the Fund and next steps.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-07T12:00:10-05:00Government of Canada to announce funding for women in skilled tradeshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-to-announce-funding-for-women-in-skilled-trades.htmlThe Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, will be in Surrey to announce support to help women explore, prepare for, and succeed in the skilled trades.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-06T16:30:17-05:00Investing in Official Languages in Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/03/investing-in-official-languages-in-alberta.htmlThe Government of Canada announces investments of nearly $5 million to support official languages in AlbertaCanadian Heritage2024-03-06T14:05:44-05:00Backgrounder: Investing in Official Languages in Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/03/backgrounder-investing-in-official-languages-in-alberta.htmlThe Government of Canada is announcing investments of nearly $5 million to support official-language minority communities across Alberta...Canadian Heritage2024-03-06T14:05:31-05:00Government of Canada invests in skills training for Indigenous peoplehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-invests-in-skills-training-for-indigenous-people.htmlThe Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, will be in Vancouver, British Columbia, to announce funding for 24 projects through the Skills and Partnership Fund to support skills training for Indigenous people across Canada.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-06T13:02:25-05:00Government of Canada to make an important announcement for Alberta’s official language minority communitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-to-make-an-important-announcement-for-albertas-official-language-minority-communities.htmlMinister Boissonnault will announce funding in support of Alberta’s official language minority communitiesCanadian Heritage2024-03-05T11:00:00-05:00Minister Blair and Minister Boissonnault announce $45.3 million investment to upgrade facilities at Edmonton military basehttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/news/2024/03/minister-blair-and-minister-boissonnault-announce-453-million-investment-to-upgrade-facilities-at-edmonton-military-base.htmlCanadian Armed Forces members deserve modern facilities that are fit-for-purpose so that they can train and maintain their readiness. Across Canada, the Government of Canada is investing to upgrade military facilities by building cleaner, more modern infrastructure that will save taxpayers money and better support our military’s needs.National Defence2024-03-04T07:44:44-05:00Organization in Saguenay creating inclusive skills training for Canadians living with ADHD https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/03/organization-in-saguenay-creating-inclusive-skills-training-for-canadians-living-with-adhd.htmlCanada’s job market continues to evolve, offering new opportunities and areas for growth for Canadians. Now more than ever, it is critical that we expand and strengthen our workforce and get Canadians the skills and resources they need to thrive. That is why the Government is investing in projects that will help Canadians improve their foundational and transferable skills. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-03-01T14:08:58-05:00Duncan’s First Nation celebrates the opening of a new water treatment planthttps://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2024/03/duncans-first-nation-celebrates-the-opening-of-a-new-water-treatment-plant.htmlDuncan’s First Nation, a close-knit community in northern Alberta, recently celebrated the opening of their new water treatment plant, ensuring safe, clean, and reliable drinking water for the community now and for future generations.Indigenous Services Canada2024-03-01T12:11:13-05:00Minister Boissonnault announces significant core funding increase for official language community organizationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/03/minister-boissonnault-announces-significant-core-funding-increase-for-official-language-community-organizations.htmlThe Government of Canada announces a major investment in support of community organizations that work to help official language minority communities thrive.Canadian Heritage2024-03-01T09:00:00-05:00Government of Canada highlights funding for skills training initiativehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-highlights-funding-for-skills-training-initiative.htmlThe Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, will visit Association PANDA Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean to highlight a project that provides more skills training opportunities and inclusive supports for Canadians.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-02-29T14:30:08-05:00Minister Boissonnault announces funding to make post-secondary education more affordable for Indigenous youthhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/02/minister-boissonnault-announces-funding-to-make-post-secondary-education-more-affordable-for-indigenous-youth.htmlWhen young people have access to the supports needed to complete their studies and achieve their career goals, then communities, the economy and all of Canada thrive. That is why the Government of Canada continues to make meaningful investments in youth through its comprehensive array of youth programming. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-02-29T13:14:40-05:00Minister Boissonault to announce long-term support under the Action Plan for Official Languages 2023-2028https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/02/minister-boissonault-to-announce-long-term-support-under-the-action-plan-for-official-languages-2023-2028.htmlOur government is committed to protecting and promoting our two official languages. The investments to be announced reaffirm our support for official languages minority communities across Canada.Canadian Heritage2024-02-29T10:37:48-05:00Backgrounder: Government of Canada Announces Funding for Black History Month in Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/02/backgrounder-government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-black-history-month-in-alberta.htmlMinister Boissonnault makes a funding announcement in Edmonton in support of Black History Month.Canadian Heritage2024-02-23T11:30:48-05:00Government of Canada announces funding for Black History Month in Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-announces-funding-for-black-history-month-in-alberta.htmlMinister Boissonnault makes a funding announcement in Edmonton in support of Black History Month. Canadian Heritage2024-02-23T11:30:20-05:00Government of Canada invests in renovations at Collège Boréal’s Nipissing Campus in Sturgeon Fallshttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-invests-in-renovations-at-college-boreals-nipissing-campus-in-sturgeon-falls.htmlThe Government of Canada invests in the Franco-Ontarian community.Canadian Heritage2024-02-22T11:00:00-05:00Government of Canada Announces Investments in Black History Month in Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-announces-investments-in-black-history-month-in-alberta.htmlMinister Boissonnault will announce funding in support of Black-led, Black-focused and Black-serving organizations in Alberta.Canadian Heritage2024-02-22T10:00:00-05:00Government helping internationally educated health care professionals work in Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/02/government-helping-internationally-educated-health-care-professionals-work-in-yukon.htmlAcross Canada, Canadians are facing labour shortages and the demand for qualified workers continues to grow. Long wait times and difficulty finding a family physician are far too common for people across the country. That is why the Government of Canada is investing to speed up accreditation for internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs).Employment and Social Development Canada2024-02-20T12:31:30-05:00Government of Canada invests in renovation of Francophone postsecondary institutions in Ontariohttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-invests-in-renovation-of-francophone-postsecondary-institutions-in-ontario.htmlGovernment of Canada announces important funding for Francophone students in OntarioCanadian Heritage2024-02-20T10:36:00-05:00Building more homes, faster and strengthening health care for rural Canadianshttps://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2024/02/building-more-homes-faster-and-strengthening-health-care-for-rural-canadians.htmlToday’s action will help rural Canadians find the homes they need at prices they can afford and access the high-quality, universal public health care they deserve close to home. By working with provinces and territories and municipalities to build more homes and strengthen public health care, the federal government is using all available tools to deliver for Canadians.Department of Finance Canada2024-02-13T09:24:12-05:00Government of Canada launches campaign to help Canadians upgrade their professional skills and succeed in their careershttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/02/government-of-canada-launches-campaign-to-help-canadians-upgrade-their-professional-skills-and-succeed-in-their-careers.htmlToday, the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, announced the launch of the Upgrade Your Skills advertising campaign to inform Canadians about financial supports and programs available to help them gain the skills needed to succeed in today’s labour market. The campaign runs from February 5 until March 31, 2024, and targets youth (age 18 to 24) looking to start their career and adults (age 25 to 54) looking to upskill and change or improve their career.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-02-12T15:19:35-05:00Government of Canada announces the Inclusive Workplaces campaign to encourage employers to hire persons with disabilitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/01/government-of-canada-announces-the-inclusive-workplaces-campaign-to-encourage-employers-to-hire-persons-with-disabilities.htmlCanada’s greatest resource is its people. Businesses and organizations benefit from having a diverse and inclusive workforce where all Canadians, including persons with disabilities, get the opportunity to put their talents to use and reach their full potential. That is why the Government is making significant and targeted investments in Canada’s workforce development—supporting Canadians in preparing for, obtaining and keeping good jobs, advancing in their careers or becoming self-employed.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-01-31T15:33:56-05:00Minister Boissonnault announces over $7 million investment in skilled trades workers in Windsor https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/01/minister-boissonnault-announces-over-7-million-investment-in-skilled-trades-workers-in-windsor.htmlCanada’s workforce needs more skilled trade workers. Demographic shifts and high retirement rates are fueling demand and an ever-growing need to recruit and train thousands more Canadians in the skilled trades. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-01-24T12:45:34-05:00Minister Boissonnault to highlight investments in building careers in the skilled trades for women and equity-deserving groupshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/01/minister-boissonnault-to-highlight-investments-in-building-careers-in-the-skilled-trades-for-women-and-equity-deserving-groups.htmlThe Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, will announce funding for the skilled trades in Windsor, Ontario, to improve the participation of women apprentices and apprentices from other equity-deserving groups facing barriers in the Red Seal trades. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-01-23T09:59:28-05:00Major federal government investment in Centaur Theatre https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/01/major-federal-government-investment-in-centaur-theatre.htmlThe Government of Canada is supporting Montréal's English-speaking communities by investing in the renovation of Montréal's Centaur Theatre.Canadian Heritage2024-01-18T13:30:51-05:00Minister Boissonnault announces funding to support skills training for Indigenous peoplehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/01/minister-boissonnault-announces-funding-to-support-skills-training-for-indigenous-people.htmlA strong economy and healthy communities are created when everyone has a real and fair chance to succeed. When First Nations, Inuit and Métis are supported, not only are they developing their own skills and competencies, they are also helping their communities, now and into the future. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-01-18T09:44:22-05:00Governments of Canada and Quebec invest to support official-language minority communities in Montréalhttps://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2024/01/governments-of-canada-and-quebec-invest-to-support-official-language-minority-communities-in-montreal.htmlThe Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, accompanied by Mathieu Lacombe...Canadian Heritage2024-01-17T11:05:00-05:00Government of Canada invests in skills training for Indigenous peoplehttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/01/government-of-canada-invests-in-skills-training-for-indigenous-people.htmlThe Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, will be in Kahnawake to announce funding to the First Nations Human Resources Development Commission of Quebec for their project, Global Strategy for Indigenous Employability. Employment and Social Development Canada2024-01-17T09:36:08-05:00FPT Communique: Federal, Provincial and Territorial Labour Market Ministers meet in Winnipeg to discuss ongoing priorities to support Canadianshttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/01/fpt-communique-federal-provincial-and-territorial-labour-market-ministers-meet-in-winnipeg-to-discuss-ongoing-priorities-to-support-canadians.htmlFederal, Provincial and Territorial Labour Market Ministers meet in Winnipeg to discuss ongoing priorities to support Canadians Employment and Social Development Canada2024-01-16T19:04:15-05:00Government helping 6600 internationally educated healthcare professionals work in Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/01/government-helping-6600-internationally-educated-healthcare-professionals-work-in-canada.htmlAcross Canada, Canadians are facing labour shortages and the demand for qualified workers continues to grow. Long wait times and difficulty finding a family physician are far too common for people across the country. That is why the Government of Canada is investing to speed up accreditation for internationally educated health professionals (IEHP).Employment and Social Development Canada2024-01-15T12:24:08-05:00Foreign Credentials Recognition Programhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/01/foreign-credentials-recognition-program.htmlAs Canada’s health care sector continues to face labour shortages, the demand for qualified workers to fill vacancies continues to grow. The Government of Canada recognizes these challenges and continues to take steps to address them by investing in projects that will help provide internationally educated professionals with the support and experience they need to pursue opportunities in Canada’s health care sector. To help with this, a call for proposals was announced in December 2022 resulting in an investment of up to $86 million in 15 projects for the Foreign Credentials Recognition (FCR) Program. The successful projects were eligible to receive a minimum of $500,000, up to a maximum of $10M in investments.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-01-15T12:22:07-05:00Minister Boissonnault to meet with provincial and territorial labour market ministers in Winnipeghttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/01/minister-boissonnault-to-meet-with-provincial-and-territorial-labour-market-ministers-in-winnipeg.htmlThe Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, and the Honourable Jamie Moses, Manitoba’s Minister of Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources, will meet with provincial and territorial ministers in Winnipeg to discuss key priorities concerning Canada’s labour market and the future of employment in the country.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-01-15T09:19:33-05:00Government of Canada invests to reduce labour gaps in the health care sectorhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/01/government-of-canada-invests-to-reduce-labour-gaps-in-the-health-care-sector.htmlThe Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, will be in Winnipeg to announce funding through the Foreign Credential Recognition Program that will provide internationally educated health professionals with the support and experience they need to pursue opportunities in Canada’s healthcare sector.Employment and Social Development Canada2024-01-12T12:12:20-05:00Government of Canada announces support for 18 Alberta-based organizations to advance gender equalityhttps://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2024/01/government-of-canada-announces-support-for-18-alberta-based-organizations-to-advance-gender-equality.htmlToday, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, on behalf of the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced close to $7.3 million for 18 organizations located in Alberta and across the country. Women and Gender Equality Canada2024-01-09T11:46:53-05:00Minister Boissonnault announces federal investment to support Alberta’s health technology sectorhttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2023/12/minister-boissonnault-announces-federal-investment-to-support-albertas-health-technology-sector.htmlPrairiesCan invests over $2.1 million to enable Alberta businesses to ramp up industry applications for in-demand human mobility and home health technologiesPrairies Economic Development Canada2023-12-19T11:42:09-05:00Minister Boissonnault announces federal investments for inclusive learning and skills development in Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2023/12/minister-boissonnault-announces-federal-investments-for-inclusive-learning-and-skills-development-in-alberta.htmlOver $8.8 million through PrairiesCan will help connect youth and underrepresented Canadians to new career opportunities across diverse sectorsPrairies Economic Development Canada2023-12-18T13:58:43-05:00Minister Boissonnault to announce funding to bolster medical technology development in Albertahttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2023/12/minister-boissonnault-to-announce-funding-to-bolster-medical-technology-development-in-alberta.htmlMinister Boissonnault to announce funding to bolster medical technology development in Alberta Prairies Economic Development Canada2023-12-18T11:31:10-05:00Minister Boissonnault to announce federal investments for Alberta workershttps://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/news/2023/12/minister-boissonnault-to-announce-federal-investments-for-alberta-workers.htmlMinister Boissonnault to announce federal support for inclusive and accessible hands-on learning opportunities to meet the needs of Alberta businesses.Prairies Economic Development Canada2023-12-15T12:23:06-05:00