Government of Canada Consults With Stakeholders in Vancouver to Help Shape New Labour Market Development Agreements
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As part of its plan for creating jobs, economic growth and long-term prosperity, the Government of
The roundtables give governments, employer, and other stakeholders an opportunity to discuss how to make the LMDAs more employer-driven and responsive to the needs of the labour market. The roundtables also give the Government of
Quick facts
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- In 2013-2014 the Government of
- As the single largest labour market transfer to provinces and territories, LMDAs help over 600,000 Canadians every year.
- Economic Action Plan 2014 proposes several measures to create jobs and opportunities, such as the Canada Job Grant, the Canada Apprentice Loan, and supporting under-represented groups, including youth and older workers.
Quotes
"Through Economic Action Plan 2014, our government continues to create jobs and pave the way for long-term prosperity by putting skills training at the forefront. The new generation of Labour Market Development Agreements will result in greater employer involvement in training to ensure that Canadians are equipped with the skills employers need now and in the future."
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"It is important to make sure all British Columbians have the employment supports and skills training they need to be first in line for jobs. Our partnership with the federal government is important to connect people, particularly those who find it difficult to compete in the job market, with the programs and services that will ensure B.C.'s employers have the right workers, in the right place, at the right time."
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Associated links
- Labour Market Development Agreements http://www.esdc.gc.ca/eng/jobs/training_agreements/lmda/index.shtml
- Canada Job Grant http://www.actionplan.gc.ca/en/initiative/canada-job-grant
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