WE LIP INFORMATION SHARING
Learn more about the Windsor Essex Local Immigration Partnership (WE LIP):
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In this newsletter, you will find:
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Information sharing on behalf of WE LIP members, Erie Shores Healthcare, Canadian Mental Health Association, Windsor-Essex County Health Unit and the City of Windsor
COVID-19 Vaccine Pop-Up Clinics July 27 - 31
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Information sharing on behalf of WE LIP member, the YMCA of Southwestern Ontario
YMCA of SWO Orientation Activities for the month of August
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Information sharing on behalf of The Black Council of Windsor-Essex
Emancipation Jubilee 2021
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Information sharing on behalf of Life After Fifty
ED JOB POSTING
Life After Fifty is seeking a new Executive Director to start in the Fall.
Find the full job posting below or find the job posting via the LinkedIn platform.
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Information sharing on behalf of WE LIP member, Women's Enterprise Skills Training of Windsor Inc.
WEST ELT Program Flyer
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Information sharing on behalf of WE LIP member, the City of Windsor
Be Back Soon Spanish, French, Arabic and Chinese Translated Posters
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Information sharing on behalf of IRCC
Government of Canada offers refuge to Afghans who assisted Canada
Ottawa, July 23, 2021—Many brave Afghans made incredible contributions to Canada’s efforts in Afghanistan—often at great personal risk. While over 800 were able to resettle in Canada over the past decade, many are still in Afghanistan. With the situation in the country deteriorating rapidly, many have become Taliban targets due to their work.
The Government of Canada is seized with the urgency of the situation, and we are working quickly to help those who put themselves at great risk to help Canada.
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Information sharing on behalf of IRCC
Le gouvernement du Canada offre l’asile aux Afghans qui ont aidé le Canada
Ottawa, le 23 juillet 2021 – De nombreux Afghans courageux ont contribué de façon incroyable aux efforts du Canada en Afghanistan, souvent au péril de leur vie. Bien que plus de 800 personnes aient pu se réinstaller au Canada au cours des dix dernières années, ils sont encore nombreux à vivre en Afghanistan. En raison de la détérioration rapide de la situation dans le pays, beaucoup sont devenus des cibles des talibans en raison de leur travail.
Le gouvernement du Canada est conscient de l’urgence de la situation, et nous travaillons rapidement pour aider ceux qui risquent leur vie pour aider le Canada.
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Ontario Helping Underprivileged Youth Start Careers in Construction
News Release
Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development
July 26, 2021
Investment will train young people for good jobs in the skilled trades
SCARBOROUGH — The Ontario government is investing over $600,000 to help 390 young people from underrepresented backgrounds train for and secure apprenticeships in the construction sector. The funding will open doors to careers in the plumbing, steam fitting, electrical, elevator mechanic and refrigeration trades through programs delivered by Hammer Heads, a non-profit organization that supports underprivileged youth from the Greater Toronto Area.
“Not every young person needs to go to university. Rewarding jobs in the construction sector are growing, well-paid and going unfilled,” said Monte McNaughton, Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development. “Hammer Heads helps guide talented, trained and eager young people along their journey to these life-changing careers with education and hands-on learning. These projects will help boost our economy and give these young workers a leg up.”
The investment consists of funding for three projects that support youth who are trained through the Hammer Heads pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs:
- $350,569 for a free pre-apprenticeship program led by Hammer Heads to enable 18 youths, in two cohorts of nine, to participate in Hammer Heads’ 10-week program preparing them for careers in the construction sector. The program covers health and safety training, helps participants with academic upgrading and provides soft skills job preparation, construction skills training and placement with a union for an apprenticeship. The program for the first cohort began on June 21, and for the second cohort begins on January 17, 2022.
- $218,200 for the Pinball Clemons Foundation to mentor 300 graduates of the Hammer Heads pre-apprenticeship program in years two through six of their apprenticeships, ensuring they have the support they need to successfully complete apprenticeship training. The Hammer Heads program currently guides program graduates through the first year of apprenticeship employment.
- $34,314 for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 353 to create and deliver the Hammer Heads Virtual Reality Safety Training project, which will help 72 Hammer Heads participants travel virtually onto real construction sites to learn about safety hazards and best practices.
These new programs are part of Ontario’s $115-million Skills Development Fund, designed to support fresh ideas for training and skills development that will help our economy recover and prosper.
Quick Facts
- Hammer Heads' June cohort has already been filled. People interested in the January cohort can apply, for free, through referrals by youth employment agencies, employment service providers, case workers, job coaches, youth shelters, Children’s Aid and other youth support providers. Applications are also accepted online at https://www.hammerheadsprogram.com/.
- According to BuildForce Canada, the construction industry will need more than 100,000 additional workers, including skilled tradespeople, to replace retiring workers and meet expected employment growth over the next decade (2021-2030).
- The unemployment rate for youth (aged 15-24) was 17.2% in June 2021, which was more than twice as high as the province’s unemployment rate (8.4%).
- Ontario’s Skills Development Fund is supported through labour market transfer agreements between the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.
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