A free program that lets students try plumbing, construction and electrical work is a key part of The Home Depot’s goal to… …
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Thirty-one young Canadians are competing on the world stage this week as part of WorldSkills Shanghai 2026, the largest skills competition in… …
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Ottawa rolls out apprenticeship bonuses, youth trades placements this fall
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberTradespeople who complete a Red Seal apprenticeship this fall will be eligible for a $5,000 completion bonus, one of several new supports… …
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Our FavouritesGovernment Policy & Budgets
We watched Carney’s Europe speech to find out what’s in it for employers. Here’s a quick rundown
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberPrime Minister Mark Carney urged the European Parliament to bring Canada into two of the European Union’s flagship labour and research programs,… …
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Almost half of Gen Z professionals in Canada, 46 per cent, plan to look for a new job before the end of… …
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By Matthew J. Mayhew, Courtney DeRoche, and Yun-Han Weng College students are facing one of the most precarious labor markets in years. …
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Government Policy & BudgetsFeatured
Nova Scotia tax refund returns $63 million to young workers in skilled trades, nursing, and film
Nearly 18,000 young workers in Nova Scotia have collected a provincial tax refund since it launched four years ago, with payouts now… …
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Government Policy & BudgetsFeaturedLeadershipTraining & Development
Manitoba puts $630,000 into youth job and leadership programs
The Manitoba government is putting $630,000 toward youth employment, leadership and wellness programming through its From the Ground Up – Safe Healthy… …
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Training & DevelopmentFeatured
Nearly $300,000 in funding helps at-risk youth train for kitchen jobs in Vancouver
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberPeople facing multiple barriers to employment will get hands-on cook training, work experience and wraparound supports through a new program at Collingwood… …
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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… …

