People facing multiple barriers to employment will get hands-on cook training, work experience and wraparound supports through a new program at Collingwood… …
Young Workers
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FeaturedCorporate Social Responsibility
Employers asked to sign new Toronto youth employment charter
Employers across the Greater Toronto Area are being asked to sign a new charter aimed at breaking down barriers that keep young… …
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By Daniel Johnson For young people wanting to get a leg up in the labour market, an internship is often a way to… …
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)Featured
Venture for Canada pitches students as AI guides for small businesses
Venture for Canada has released a policy brief proposing that students and recent graduates help small and medium-sized businesses adopt artificial intelligence,… …
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By Craig Lord The FIFA World Cup and a better summer jobs market for young workers appeared to drive steady gains in Canada’s… …
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PensionsOur Favourites
Two-thirds of young Canadians would switch jobs for a pension, survey finds
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberNearly two-thirds of Canadians under 35 say they would consider changing jobs if a new employer offered a defined benefit pension plan,… …
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By Matt Sedensky NEW YORK (AP) — Jaelyn Chester will wait your tables or stock your shelves. She’ll wash your dishes or scrub… …
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Workplace Safety & OHSFeaturedOpinion
Hiring your teen this summer? A family job doesn’t automatically keep them safe at work
By Nick Turner and Steve Granger As the school year winds down, many teenagers are starting summer jobs to earn money and… …
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Labour ShortagesFeatured
PCL Construction backs documentary series to attract youth to skilled trades
PCL Construction has signed on as lead sponsor of That Could Be Me, a documentary-style video series designed to encourage young Canadians… …
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By Anthony Klotz Actor Emily Blunt was recently asked for advice for young women who hate their jobs. Her response – to …

