Job Creation Partnership Projects Approved for the District of Terra Nova

The Provincial Government has approved seven projects in the District of Terra Nova since April, employing 28 individuals. These projects are made possible through a maximum investment of up to $275,957 under the Job Creation Partnership (JCP) program.

"Job Creation Partnership projects support very worthwhile initiatives that non-profit community-based organizations and municipal governments have identified and wish to undertake," said the Honourable Susan Sullivan, Minister of Human Resources, Labour and Employment. "Seven organizations in the Terra Nova region have received the financial support they require to provide meaningful employment to 28 individuals, while at the same time addressing local and regional priorities. This is a win-win situation for all involved."

The JCP projects include four positions for the Lions Club to construct an accessible kitchen and washroom; one position for the Anglican Parish of Salvage to digitalize all parish records; one position with the Eastport Peninsula Heritage Society to develop an all-ages program to be offered by the society; five positions for the Glovertown Yacht Club to construct floating docks as part of the marina development for the town; nine positions for the Port Blandford-Winterbrook Development Association to conduct repairs and enhancements to the St. Paul's United Church in Bunyan's Cove; one position for the Road to the Beaches Tourism Association to promote the Glovertown area and to further develop and promote the region as a tourist destination; and, seven positions for the Town of Gambo to provide enhancements to the town entrance, the Village Green and the Fun and Sun Park.

"I am very pleased with the extensive work that has been done by way of the Job Creation Partnership program," said Sandy Collins, MHA for Terra Nova. "This funding allowed a diverse group of individuals to acquire new job skills, increasing their employability, while at the same time providing a great service to the community."

Through Job Creation Partnerships, non-profit community-based organizations and municipal governments partner with the Provincial Government to address local priority needs. Examples of potential partnership initiatives include maintenance and repairs to community infrastructure, such as town halls and churches; the beautification of public areas; and the staffing of not-for-profit businesses or organizations. In addition to in-kind or in-cash contributions from sponsors, Job Creation Partnership program funding is provided through direct contributions to sponsors or through the extension of Employment Insurance benefits for project participants.

On November 2, 2009, responsibility for Labour Market Development Agreement (LMDA) programs and services, including the Job Creation Partnership program, transferred from the federal government to the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.

For more information on the Labour Market Development Agreement, including Job Creation Partnerships, please visit: www.gov.nl.ca/hrle/lmda. 

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BACKGROUNDER
Labour Market Development Agreement

Labour Market Development Agreements (LMDAs) are bilateral agreements between the Federal Government and the Provincial/Territorial Governments that provide funding focused on helping EI-eligible persons increase their opportunities within the labour market.

LMDAs were established in 1996 and many jurisdictions at the time chose to sign an agreement with the Government of Canada that transferred LMDA responsibility to the province. Under such an agreement, provinces and territories assume responsibility for the design, delivery and management of the programs and services.

Newfoundland and Labrador, along with a number of other jurisdictions, chose the co-managed model where the Federal Government delivered the programs and services but shared responsibility for the design, management and evaluation of these programs with provinces and territories. Since 1996, LMDA programs and services have been delivered in this province through Service Canada offices.

On September 5, 2008, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador signed a devolved LMDA with the Government of Canada. Under the devolved LMDA, the Provincial Government assumes responsibility for the design and delivery of approximately $133 million annually in EI-funded Employment Benefits and Support Measures, effective November 2, 2009.

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