The Harper Government is helping equip youth in Drumheller and the surrounding area with the skills and experience they need to find jobs.
The announcement was made Friday, June 26, by the Honourable Kevin Sorenson, Minister of State (Finance) and Member of Parliament for Crowfoot, on behalf of the Honourable Pierre Poilievre, Minister of Employment and Social Development.
“Our Government is helping Canadians get the skills and training they need to find good jobs and build better futures for themselves and their families,” said The Honourable Kevin Sorenson, Minister of State (Finance) and Member of Parliament for Crowfoot. “Today’s youth are tomorrow’s workforce, so by investing in them, we are helping contribute to Canada’s long-term growth, competitiveness and overall prosperity. We are proud to work with organizations like MH Enterprises Employment Services so young people, including those in Drumheller, can develop the skills they need to succeed in the job market.”
Through the Youth Employment Strategy, MH Enterprises Employment Services is delivering a project to help 50 youth in Drumheller with an investment of over $450,000. These participants will gain the skills and experience they need to successfully transition to the job market or return to school.
Project participants are learning or improving useful job skills, such as effective communication and time management, through group workshops. They are also gaining work experience with local employers in areas such as retail and hospitality, with one-on-one job coaching provided throughout their work placement.
“The funding from the Government of Canada will empower Drumheller’s youth to connect to incredible employment opportunities, laying the oundation for them to develop meaningful careers. Through our program, MH Enterprises will be able to guide youth to identify goals, overcome obstacles and build pathways to lifelong success. MH Enterprises is truly grateful for the opportunity to deliver this dynamic federal program. It will provide invaluable, life-changing benefits to both our area youth and employers,” said Marina Paarup, Director, MH Enterprises Employment Services.
This announcement is one example of what the Government is doing to help Canadians. To help hard-working families, the Government is also enhancing the Universal Child Care Benefit, introducing the Family Tax Cut and making improvements to the Child Care Expenses Deduction and the Children’s Fitness Tax Credit.
