http://news.gc.ca/web/index-eng.doCanada News Centreen-caSun, 26 May 2013 01:59:32 GMTSun, 26 May 2013 01:59:32 GMTCopyrightJob SeekersGouvernement du Canada / Government of Canadahttp://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification15http://news.gc.ca/web/images/wmms.gifhttp://news.gc.ca/web/index-eng.do8831http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742739Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will be holding round table discussions with key stakeholders about the Canada Job Grant and Temporary Foreign Worker Program in Regina.Wed, 15 May 2013 21:12:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742739http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742559Winnipeg, Manitoba, May 15, 2013-The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today met with representatives of the Winnipeg entrepreneurial community at a roundtable hosted by the Frontier Centre for Public Policy. He listened to the priorities of Winnipeg entrepreneurs while underscoring the Harper Government's recent efforts to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) through Economic Action Plan 2013.Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 GMTEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action Planhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=742559http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=741919The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today announced a series of cross-Canada roundtable discussions with stakeholders on the new Canada Job Grant, an Economic Action Plan 2013 initiative that will create jobs by transforming the way Canadians receive skills training.Tue, 14 May 2013 14:19:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=741919http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=741909Toronto, Ontario, May 14, 2013-The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), today addressed attendees of PackEx 2013, Canada's packaging and processing industry trade show, and delivered opening remarks on the importance of innovation, the adoption of new technologies, and the benefits of government-industry collaboration to create jobs, growth and long-term prosperity.Tue, 14 May 2013 13:30:00 GMTEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=741909http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=741899Both employers and workers in the manufacturing sector will benefit from a project that will promote essential skills development in the workplace as a result of funding provided by the Government of Canada. The announcement was made by the Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development and Member of Parliament for Madawaska-Restigouche, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.Tue, 14 May 2013 13:00:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=741899http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=741889The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an important announcement.Mon, 13 May 2013 22:03:00 GMTPersonsEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=741889http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=740419The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Minister of State (Transport) and Member of Parliament for Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada funding to Reaching E-Quality Employment Services for its Internship Training project.Fri, 10 May 2013 16:30:00 GMTPersonsEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=740419http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739869Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you all for joining us here at the Careport Centre. C'est un plaisir d'etre ici avec vous aujourd'hui. I would also like to express on behalf of my colleague Member of Parliament Sweet his regrets for not being able to join us today, and his sincere congratulations on some exciting news I am here to deliver.Thu, 09 May 2013 13:50:00 GMTEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action Planhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739869http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739859Hamilton, Ontario-The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), officially opened the new McMaster Automotive Resource Centre (MARC) today during the Hamilton Economic Summit.Thu, 09 May 2013 13:45:00 GMTScience and TechnologyEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action Planhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739859http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739839Speaking points for the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, to celebrate the creation of up to 36 000 students jobs through the 2013 Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) initiative.Thu, 09 May 2013 13:30:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureLabourGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739839http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739849Students across Canada will gain valuable work experience this summer, as a result of 36 000 jobs created through the Harper Government's Canada Summer Jobs initiative. The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development made the announcement today at the office of the Canadian Red Cross Society.Thu, 09 May 2013 13:30:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryLabourEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739849http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739599The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an important announcement.Wed, 08 May 2013 19:12:00 GMTPersonsGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739599http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739549The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Canada's Labour Minister, today addressed Building and Construction Trades Department (BCTD) members on Canada's recent economic performance and on recently announced Economic Action Plan initiatives at their 2013 Canadian Policy Conference.Wed, 08 May 2013 18:41:00 GMTPersonsLabourEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=739549http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=737119James Bezan, Member of Parliament for Selkirk-Interlake, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to Network 4 Change to assist local youth.Thu, 02 May 2013 16:00:00 GMTPersonsEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and PoliticsInformation and Communicationshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=737119http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=737469Speaking notes for the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, to announce support for private Member's motion 430 by Phil McColeman, Member of Parliament for Brant.Thu, 02 May 2013 14:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureLabourEconomic Action PlanGovernment and PoliticsHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=737469http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=736709Speaking notes for the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, to announce reforms to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program.Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureLabourEconomic Action PlanGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=736709http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=736729The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, and the Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, today announced reforms to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:00:00 GMTPersonsProcessesEconomics and IndustryLabourEconomic Action PlanGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=736729http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=731559Merv Tweed, Member of Parliament for Brandon-Souris, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to the Career and Employment Youth Services (CEYS) to assist local youth.Thu, 11 Apr 2013 18:00:00 GMTPersonsEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=731559http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=730609The Variable Best Weeks measure for the calculation of Employment Insurance (EI) benefits, introduced in April 2012 under the Government's Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act, came into force today, announced the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.Sun, 07 Apr 2013 17:54:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryLabourEconomic Action PlanGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=730609http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729989The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in the Greater Toronto Area to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Bernard Trottier, Member of Parliament for Etobicoke-Lakeshore, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:30:00 GMTPersonsEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729989http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729919The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Prince Albert to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Randy Hoback, Member of Parliament for Prince Albert, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:00:00 GMTPersonsEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729919http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729729The Government of Canada is providing support for Medicine Hat youth to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by LaVar Payne, Member of Parliament for Medicine Hat, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMTPersonsEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729729http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729049Today, the Honourable Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, Q.C., Associate Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Delta-Richmond East, on behalf of the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, announced the awarding of a $38.6‑million contract to Tervita Corporation for the remediation of the Esquimalt Graving Dock water lot.Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:00:00 GMTMilitaryTransportLabourEconomic Action PlanHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=729049http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=728729Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, highlighted key Economic Action Plan 2013 measures to strengthen federal programming for people with disabilities. Her remarks were made on behalf of the Minister at the Employment Accessibility Resource Network (EARN) Conference of the United Way.Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:15:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action Planhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=728729http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727839The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State for Seniors, will highlight the benefits of Economic Action Plan 2013 at a breakfast meeting of the Ethno Business Council of British Columbia.Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:20:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action PlanGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727839http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727519Toronto, Ontario, March 19, 2013-The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), today delivered a keynote address at the third annual International Commercialization Forum, where he highlighted the benefits of investing in programs that support partnerships between companies and research institutions to help move ideas from university, college and government labs into the marketplace.Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:59:00 GMTScience and TechnologyEconomics and Industryhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727519http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727379Cambridge, Ontario - The Golden Triangle Angel Network (GTAN) will be able to connect more angel investors with promising new start-up businesses in the Region of Waterloo, thanks to a $100,000 Government of Canada investment announced today by the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).Mon, 18 Mar 2013 18:15:00 GMTScience and TechnologyEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action Planhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727379http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727329Ottawa, Ontario - The Honourable Gordon O'Connor, Member of Parliament for Carleton ¿ Mississippi Mills, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), today announced Government of Canada investments of up to $3.67 million to support six start-up technology development companies in the Ottawa area.Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:45:00 GMTScience and TechnologyEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action Planhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=727329http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=726479Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will speak about the importance of skills and training and highlight investments in the Halifax area.Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:18:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryLabourEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=726479http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725849The Government of Canada announced new funding to support youth in West Prince County to help them gain the knowledge they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Minister for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.Wed, 13 Mar 2013 12:00:00 GMTPersonsEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725849http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725549The Honourable Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to the Trade Winds to Success Training Society to help local Aboriginal persons enter the job market.Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725549http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725419The Honourable Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, Q.C., Associate Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Delta-Richmond East, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will participate in the first annual conference of Abilities in Mind (AIM): Embracing Ability: Redefining a Diverse Workforce.Mon, 11 Mar 2013 21:06:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=725419http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724649Young people with disabilities are learning about employment opportunities and connecting with employers at the Strategies to Employment Forum being held here today with the support of the Government of Canada. On behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, the Honourable Ron Cannan, Member of Parliament for Kelowna¿Lake Country, recognized the work of the National Educational Association of Disabled Students (NEADS), host of the event.Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureEconomics and IndustryLabourEconomic Action PlanGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724649http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724429Deputy leader of the Government at the Senate, the Honorable Senator Claude Carignan, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to Défi Travail Argenteuil for its Prochain défi : Mon travail project.Thu, 07 Mar 2013 14:00:00 GMTPersonsEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=724429http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=723399The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Central Nova, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to the Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development Incorporated to assist local youth.Fri, 01 Mar 2013 15:30:00 GMTEconomic Action PlanEducation and Traininghttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=723399http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=723189The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Canada's Labour Minister, spoke to participants at the Canada 2020 conference on Skilled Trades in the Energy Sector about the value of workplace diversity and occupational health and safety.Thu, 28 Feb 2013 20:45:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryLabourGovernment and PoliticsHealth and Safetyhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=723189http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=723129Speech for the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, at the Canada 2020: Skills Trades in the Energy Sector Conference.Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:40:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryLabourGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=723129http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=723119The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today spoke at the Canada 2020 Conference on Skilled Trades in the Energy Sector, stressing the country's skills and labour shortages and the need for increased partnership to tackle this joint challenge.Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:15:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryLabourEconomic Action PlanGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=723119http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721169The Government of Canada is making it easier for internationally trained geoscientists to find jobs in their fields. Wai Young, Member of Parliament for Vancouver South, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, made the announcement today.Tue, 19 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMTPersonsScience and TechnologyEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721169http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721069The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in the region of L'Érable to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made today by the Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of Industry and Minister of State (Agriculture) and Member of Parliament for Mégantic–L'Érable, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.Tue, 19 Feb 2013 17:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureLabourEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721069http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721099The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Moose Jaw to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Ray Boughen, Member of Parliament for Palliser, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureLabourEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=721099http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=720789The Government of Canada is providing support for local youth to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Randy Kamp, Member of Parliament for Pitt Meadows–Maple Ridge–Mission, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.Mon, 18 Feb 2013 16:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureLabourEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=720789http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=720759The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Charlottetown and Summerside to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by the Honourable Gail Shea, Minister of National Revenue and Member of Parliament for Egmont, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.Mon, 18 Feb 2013 11:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureLabourEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=720759http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719309Ottawa, February 6, 2013-Today, the Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), will deliver a keynote address at the 10th Anniversary and Annual Business and Professional Achievement Awards Gala of Ottawa's Canadian-Lebanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The Minister of State will highlight the government's recent efforts to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) by cutting red tape, providing greater access to venture capital, opening new markets and keeping taxes low.Wed, 06 Feb 2013 20:00:00 GMTEconomics and IndustryEconomic Action Planhttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719309http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719139The Government of Canada is partnering with the forestry industry to connect youth with jobs in forestry and address skills shortages. The Greenest Workforce initiative was launched today at the Pulp and Paper Technical Association of Canada's annual PaperWeek Canada conference in MontrealWed, 06 Feb 2013 13:00:00 GMTNature and EnvironmentEconomics and IndustryEducation and Traininghttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=719139http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718449The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today encouraged employers to apply for funding through the Canada Summer Jobs program to help create student jobs.Fri, 01 Feb 2013 18:00:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718449http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718559Speaking Notes for the Honourable Diane Finley Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development at the call for employer applications for the Canada Summer Jobs initiative Ottawa, Ontario February 1, 2013Fri, 01 Feb 2013 17:55:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureEconomics and IndustryEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718559http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718219The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety and Member of Parliament for Provencher, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an announcement regarding the Canada Summer Jobs program.Thu, 31 Jan 2013 18:05:00 GMTPersonsEconomics and IndustryLabourGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=718219http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=715579Aboriginal people in Saskatchewan will be better equipped to find fulfilling long-term employment, thanks to funding from the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan. The announcement was made today by Rob Clarke, Member of Parliament for Desnethé¿Missinippi¿Churchill River, and Rob Norris, MLA for Saskatoon Greystone and Legislative Secretary to the Premier for First Nations Engagement, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development and the Honourable Bill Boyd, Saskatchewan Minister of the Economy.Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:00:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureEconomics and IndustryLabourEconomic Action PlanEducation and TrainingGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=715579http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=715389Our Government is committed to improving the Employment Insurance (EI) Program. We have introduced common sense changes to ensure that the program remains fair, flexible and supports Canadians as they look for work.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 18:30:00 GMTPersonsSociety and CultureEconomics and IndustryLabourForm descriptorsGovernment and Politicshttp://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?nid=715389