Tourism, Culture and Recreation
August 17, 2011
Ten Job Creation Partnerships Approved for the Isles of Notre Dame
Through an investment of $186,497, the Provincial Government will support 10 Job Creation Partnership projects, employing 31 individuals in the Isles of Notre Dame.
“Today’s announcement ensures that project sponsors have the necessary financial resources to hire individuals to undertake key priorities in their communities,” said the Honourable Darin King, Minister of Human Resources, Labour and Employment. “The funding will help 31 individuals gain employment experience and communities will see long-term positive impacts as a result of their work.”
The projects include the hiring of individuals to help support and operate various tourism-related initiatives in the region, such as museum interpreters and tour guides. Details of each project are outlined in the backgrounder below.
“These projects contribute to the economy of these communities and help support the promotion of the area’s heritage,” said the Honourable Terry French, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation. “They bolster the work force in the area and also continue to protect the unique culture and heritage of Newfoundland and Labrador.”
Job Creation Partnership program funding is provided through direct contributions to sponsors or through the extension of Employment Insurance benefits for project participants and may include in-kind or in-cash contributions from sponsors. Examples of potential partnership initiatives include maintenance and repairs to community infrastructure, such as town halls and churches, the beautification of public areas, and funding to support local events.
“I am pleased that funding will be provided to support these initiatives,” said the Honourable Derrick Dalley, Minister of Business and MHA for the Isles of Norte Dame. “The 31 participants will receive valuable training and will contribute to infrastructure renovations, heritage preservation, and planning for other possible endeavors in the area.”
In November 2009, responsibility for Labour Market Development Agreement programs and services, including the Job Creation Partnership program, transferred from the Federal Government to the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. Since that time, the Provincial Government has delivered approximately 475 projects with a total value of nearly $22 million, providing employment for over 2,250 individuals.
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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Media contacts:
| Bradley Power Director of Communications Department of Human Resources, Labour and Employment 709-729-0753, 699-5707 bradleypower@gov.nl.ca |
Diana Quinton Director of Communications Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation 709-729-0928, 631-8155 Dianaquinton@gov.nl.ca |
| Donna Ivey Communications Manager Government Members Office 709-729-0898 donnaivey@gov.nl.ca |
BACKGROUNDER
Job Creation Partnership Projects for the Isles of Notre Dame
| Project Proponent | Description | Value |
| Brimstone Head Lions Club | Two individuals to maintain, operate and provide services to visitors using the Brimstone Head Park | $10,656 |
| Durrell Museum | Three individuals to work as museum attendants | $16,020 |
| Fogo Island Folk Alliance | One individual to work as a coordinator to assist the Fogo Island Folk Alliance with promotion | $4,423 |
| Morton’s Harbour Museum | Three tourist information officers | $16,020 |
| Town of Fogo | Eight individuals to supervise summer camp, conduct interpretive tours of the various locations/museums and centres | $50,162 |
| Town of Fogo (Joe Batt's Arm, Barr'd Islands, Shoal Bay Festival Committee) | Two individuals to promote and run an annual festival event | $10,109 |
| Town of Fogo (Joe Batt's Arm, Barr'd Islands, Shoal Bay Heritage Committee) | Three individuals to operate the Brett House Museum by interpreting the history and culture of the community | $14,421 |
| Twillingate - New World Island Development Association | Four information officers to help provide information to travellers who visit the area | $33,040 |
| Twillingate - New World Island Fish, Fun and Folk Festival | Three individuals to coordinate, design and implement a local festival | $14,126 |
| Twillingate Museum Association | Two tour guides to provide service to visitors to the Twillingate Museum | $17,520 |
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