NLIS 5
July 8, 2003
(Youth Services and Post-Secondary Education)

 

Governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador fund 
10 Job Creation Partnerships projects in Newfoundland and Labrador communities

John Efford, Member of Parliament for Bonavista-Trinity-Conception, on behalf of the Jane Stewart, Minister of Human Resources Development, along with Anna Thistle, Minister of Youth Services and Post-Secondary Education for Newfoundland and Labrador, today announced funding totaling up to $363,588 for 10 projects in Newfoundland and Labrador.

"I am pleased to announce funding for these communities," Mr. Efford said. "It is important that we build up our human resources along with our community infrastructure to effectively stimulate economic development for the area. This is the continuation of our efforts to develop our province�s recreational and tourism potential."

"These projects will enhance economic opportunities, improve local infrastructure and provide job experience to individuals to help them secure ongoing employment," said Minister Thistle.

Two persons will receive nine weeks work experience in the construction of two greenhouses at Beauty of Flowers Nursery. Participants� allowances will total $6,597.

The Glovertown Museum Association Inc. will receive up to $3,000 to provide 12 weeks work experience for four persons involved in the Janes House restoration, with the aim of turning it into a museum. Participants allowances will total $16,476.

Seven persons will receive 22 weeks work experience carrying out various construction activities as part of Phase II of the Clarenville Marina project, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Clarenville. Participants allowances will be $56,386.

Bonavista Historic Townscape Foundation Inc. will receive up to $5,274 to provide seven persons with eight weeks work experience in renovations to the Alexander Bridge House. Participants allowances will total $20,904.

Matthew Legacy Incorporated will receive up to $4,500 to provide five persons with 13 weeks work experience in building various facilities at the legacy site. Participants allowances will total $26,169.

Seven persons will receive 21 weeks work experience as guides and interpreters with Matthew Legacy Incorporated in Bonavista. Participants allowances will total $53,900.

The Town of Elliston will receive up to $4,500 to provide 12 persons with 14 weeks work experience carrying out various renovations to the town hall. Participants allowances will total $61,782.

Six persons will receive 12 weeks work experience in landscaping and horticultural activities with Fishers Loft Inn Inc. Participants allowances will total $25,200.

Five persons will receive 10 weeks work experience while carrying out various improvements to tourist facilities at Square Pond Park. Participants allowances will total $17,860.

Eight persons will receive 20 weeks work experience in developing eight acres of bog land for sod production at Strainers Mash Farm. Participants allowances will total $61,040.

The projects are being supported under the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Labour Market Development Agreement, through funding provided by Job Creation Partnerships (JCPs). Job Creation Partnerships support the creation of incremental and meaningful work opportunities for clients in activities that help develop the community and the local economy. Human Resource Centres of Canada or partner agencies work with employers and community organizations to identify employment opportunities that can provide Employment Insurance (EI) recipients with valuable job experience.

The federal government, as represented by Human Resources Development Canada, and the provincial government, as represented by Youth Services and Post-Secondary Education, are working to help unemployed individuals find employment under the programs and services offered under the Canada-Newfoundland and Labrador Labour Market Development Agreement.

Funding for Job Creation Partnerships is provided through the Employment Insurance Act. EI claimants receive their regular income benefits and/or income support under EI part II � Employment Benefits, which may be increased by the employer to a local prevailing occupational wage rate. Also eligible are other insured participants, such as clients who have received employment benefits within the last three years, or maternity or parental benefits that started in the past five years.

Funding for these projects was provided for in the February 2003 federal Budget.

These projects have been reviewed to ensure compliance with the department�s administration of its grant and contribution programs.

For information:

Bob Picco, Regional Communications Manager
Human Resources Development Canada
(709) 772-5346

Kathy Dicks-Peyton
Director of Communications
Youth Services and Post-Secondary Education
(709) 729-6573

2003 07 08                                     2:00 p.m.


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