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    Applications for the Youth Employment and Skills Program are now open

    Applications are now open for the Government of Canada‘s Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program (YESS Program). The Program aims to provide funding to organizations in the agricultural sector to

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    Half of Canadians under 55 fear potential job loss in the event of a recession

    The Angus Reid Institute reported that half of Canadians under 55 are concerned about potential job losses in the event of a recession. The majority of those reporting these concerns

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    National Volunteer Week: April 14-20, 2024

    Join us in celebrating National Volunteer Week – the theme for 2024 is “Every Moment Matters” – highlighting the important contributions of volunteers in Canada. Recognize and celebrate the 24

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    New research examines the mental health experiences of newcomers

    Mental Health Research Canada released the Examining the Mental Health Experiences of Newcomers Report, which provides an analysis of the newcomer experience in Canada and focuses on key aspects such

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    2024 National Volunteer Week: Enhancement funding applications are now open

    Volunteer Alberta, in partnership with the Government of Alberta, has announced that the National Volunteer Week Enhancement Funding applications are now open. Through this partnership, Volunteer Alberta aims to support

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    Sexual minority workers are more likely to report low quality, precarious jobs

    According to a recent survey of Canadian workers, sexual minority (bisexual, gay, and lesbian) workers are reported to have lower job quality than heterosexual workers. The study conducted by Dr.

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    Exploring the generational impact of AI on the workforce

    A recent survey conducted by D2L explores the generational impact of AI on the workforce. D2L surveyed 3000 employees to gain insights into their use of AI and interest in

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    Breaking colonial legacies and mapping new pathways to mental wellness: Voices of Indigenous youth leaders on reconciliation

    Deloitte released Volume 3 of Voices of Indigenous youth leaders on reconciliation, which delves into the experiences of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities facing intergenerational and recent traumas. Indigenous

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    Black and African Canadian Scientific and Technological Innovations Fellowship

    Ingenium announced that applications are now open for the Black and African Canadian Scientific and Technological Innovations Fellowship, in partnership with the Black Canadian Studies Association. The fellowship was made

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    Applications are now open for the 2024 Canada Post Community Foundation Grants

    The Canada Post Community Foundation announced that applications are now open for the 2024 Canada Post Community Foundation Grants. The Foundation provides grants to Canadian schools, charities and community organizations

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