Advanced Education and Skills
December 29, 2014
A Stronger Workforce for Sustainable Communities
Provincial Government Highlights Success of Skills Training Programs
Over 7,300 individuals across Newfoundland and Labrador participated in skills training programs in 2014, including skills development, apprentice supports, employment development supports and training supports for persons with disabilities.
"It is very promising to see the number of people who are availing of skills training programs across our province. In addition we are seeing an increase in the total number of registered apprentices and trade qualifiers. This government is focused on ensuring long-term prosperity for individuals as they pursue training and move on to establish careers and raise a family in Newfoundland and Labrador. We are also committed to assisting employers meet the growing demand for skilled labour to help continue business growth throughout our province."
- The Honourable Kevin O'Brien, Minister of Advanced Education and Skills
Since 2005, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has invested more than $282 million to freeze tuition. Combined with the best student aid program in Canada, these investments are making Newfoundland and Labrador students the envy of the country.
"This government is proud of its investments in post-secondary education, training supports and supports for employers. We recognize that a skilled population is the strongest foundation upon which to build our future and to help us meet labour market demands. Our goal is to have more individuals pursue post-secondary education and training and encourage them to stay here, where their talents and skills will play a role in the success of Newfoundland and Labrador."
- Minister O'Brien
To learn more about the Department of Advanced Education and Skills, please visit: www.aes.gov.nl.ca.
QUICK FACTS
- In 2014 over 7,300 individuals were provided financial support to attend skills training programs.
- The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has provided substantial support and assistance for post-secondary education, training and supports for individuals and employers throughout the province.
- Since 2005, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador has invested more than $282 million to freeze tuition. Combined with the best student aid program in Canada, these investments are making Newfoundland and Labrador students the envy of the country.
- In 2014, employers received financial support to hire 1,855 students as part of the Student Summer Employment programs.
- The Provincial Government is focused on ensuring long-term prosperity for individuals as they pursue an affordable post-secondary education and training and move on to establish careers and raise a family in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Media contact:
| Michelle Hunt-Grouchy
Director of Communications Department of Advanced Education and Skills 709-729-0753 michellehuntgrouchy@gov.nl.ca |
2014 12 29 11:30 a.m.