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Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
Feds announce up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs as youth struggle to find work
Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu announced Friday afternoon the federal government is creating up to 6,000 more spots in the Canada Summer Jobs program for young people — a move that comes as many struggle to find work. "This is late breaking news, but I think super important to be able to help with the sort of urgency this summer," Hajdu said in an interview with CBC's The House airing Saturday morning. According to a news release, the federal government is reallocating $25 million from Employment and Social Development Canada to create the extra 6,000 jobs. The release also said CSJ was "on track" to create 70,000 jobs for youth this summer. The unemployment rate for people between 15 and 24 years old has steadily ticked upward, according to Statistics Canada. In January 2023, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in this age group was 10 per cent. In May 2025, it was 14.2 per cent. Mel Purchase, a 19-year-old from Alliston, Ont., said she's been driving around submitting her resumé to temp agencies "and just hope for the best, and hope they can figure something out to help me." Purchase said her ideal job would be working in a factory to build toward her dream career in welding, but "every single person is looking for work." She told The House she's trying to stay positive, but "it's a little bit stressful trying to figure everything out and trying to plan, especially because of just how expensive everything is and once again, the entire hiring crisis." "It sucks. Just trying over and over and over again to get a job or just any sort of income is very hard," Purchase said. Hajdu said the government is looking to build projects across Canada quickly, which requires more tradespeople. Because of that, it will be "heavily investing" in opportunities for young people to improve their skills if they're interested in going into the trades. Canada Summer Jobs provides wage subsidies to support employers in creating summer work experiences for those between the ages of 15 and 30 years old. Riley Locke, a 25-year-old graduate student at Toronto Metropolitan University, told The House he needed to complete a summer internship between the first and second year of his master's in urban planning, but the experience was "frustrating." Locke, who submitted hundreds of applications since January, spoke with host Catherine Cullen a week before he finally landed a job. In a follow-up interview, he said he's relieved but "it's hard not to feel like it's pretty much just luck of the draw." "I had my fair share of really stressful days where I had received a rejection email," Locke said. Ilona Dougherty, co-creator of the Youth & Innovation Project at the University of Waterloo, said Purchase and Locke's experiences of sending out countless resumés with no luck is exactly what she's been hearing for well over a year. "Unfortunately, young people are the canary in the coal mine," Dougherty said. She added there's currently an "incredibly complex economic situation" on top of other challenging factors like increasing use of AI and a large number of temporary foreign workers. Locke said the job application process can sometimes feel demeaning and dehumanizing because some companies use AI to sort through applications. He added it becomes a "guessing game" to figure out "whether I need to be writing for a human or writing for a robot." Dougherty said Canada needs to "fundamentally rethink what entry-level jobs are going to look like for young people" if it wants a workforce that is not economically disengaged in five to 10 years. "AI is a train barrelling down the tracks, but we're certainly not going to stop it. We need to make sure young people are prepared," Doughty said. She also referenced a New York Times guest essay from a LinkedIn executive who wrote that AI is breaking the "bottom rung of the career ladder." In late May, Conservative MP Jamil Jivani launched a petition to end the temporary foreign worker program and cited youth unemployment as one reason why. Dougherty said the situation is "a lot more complex than [Jivani] presents it to be," but she added there is evidence that wages depress when companies rely on temporary foreign workers rather than paying a young Canadian. "It's not just about stopping immigration of all kinds and this will magically fix the problem. But certainly we have to make sure that companies are paying proper wages for those entry-level roles. That's absolutely critical," she said. "We need to really take this seriously and invest in young people.… It's up to the adults. This is not the young peoples' fault, and we need to fix the problem."
Cision Canada
2 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Government of Canada creating thousands more job opportunities for youth this summer
THUNDER BAY, ON, June 6, 2025 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is creating up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) opportunities to help build a strong Canadian economy and secure good jobs for youth. CSJ provides a first job experience for Canadian youth that can help shape their future education, training, and career choices. While CSJ was on track to create 70,000 jobs for youth this summer, Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, today announced up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs opportunities. This will unlock new opportunities for Canadian youth and help our country build the strongest economy in the G7. The Minister made the announcement during a visit to Wataynikaneyap Power's head office on Fort William First Nation in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Wataynikaneyap Power is leading the Wataynikaneyap Transmission Project, which is a partnership of 24 First Nations working together to connect 17 remote communities currently powered by diesel. The organization has already hired an electrical engineering technologist thanks to funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program. The 2025 Canada Summer Jobs hiring period is well underway in communities across Canada. From now until July 21, 2025, young job seekers between the ages of 15 and 30 can find local job opportunities on the Job Bank website and mobile app. Youth can apply for summer jobs in fields that interest them, such as the recreation sector, the food industry and marketing and tourism. Jobs are also available in a variety of high-demand and growing fields, including housing construction and environmental protection. Quotes We've added up to 6,000 more summer jobs this year – bringing the total to 76,000 across the country. The Canada Summer Jobs program helps young people get meaningful, paid work experience that builds skills, confidence, and connections. It also gives small businesses and not-for-profit organizations the staff they need to grow and serve their communities through the busy summer months. This is a smart investment in our economy and in the next generation of leaders – because when young people get a strong start, all of Canada benefits." – The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario "The Government is taking action to support more young people through the Canada Summer Jobs program. A good summer job not only provides valuable work experience, but also helps to build confidence and self-esteem. I invite all young Canadians between the ages of 15 and 30 to go to Job Bank and look for Canada Summer Jobs opportunities in their community." – The Honourable Anna Gainey, Secretary of State for Children and Youth "Wataynikaneyap Power is majority-owned by 24 First Nations, with a goal of 100% ownership in 25 years; a goal which is supported by the partner, Fortis Inc. Capacity-building, including employment and workforce development, is part of this vision. There is a huge need to recruit and retain professionals and create a stronger workforce in many sectors. A strong commitment will be needed to achieve this. We appreciate the Canada Summer Jobs program funding that has assisted Wataynikaneyap Power in hiring five students since 2022. Our Peoples' vision is to create hope and opportunities for our youth while following Wataynikaneyap Power's Guiding Principles." – Margaret Kenequanash, CEO, Wataynikaneyap Power Quick facts Since 2019, Canada Summer Jobs has supported employers by funding more than 460,000 job opportunities for youth, and in 2024, the program surpassed its 70,000 jobs target, with 71,200 jobs supported. Canada Summer Jobs is delivered through the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) and is part of a wide variety of programs offered by the Government of Canada to help youth gain the skills, education and work experience they need to successfully transition into the workforce. In Budget 2024, the Government committed to help youth in Canada through a $351.2 million investment to support 90,000 youth work experiences and employment support opportunities in 2025-26. These investments included: $200.5 million in 2025–26 for Canada Summer Jobs, to provide well-paying summer job opportunities, including in sectors facing critical labour shortages, such as housing construction; and $150.7 million in 2025–26 for the YESS Program, to provide job placements and employment supports to youth in a variety of sectors, such as STEM, housing and digital technology. Today's announcement of additional job opportunities is the result of an additional $25 million reallocation of funding from within ESDC in response to youth employment needs. An independent audit of Canada Summer Jobs by the Office of the Auditor General of Canada found that youth who participate in the program benefit from better long-term earnings than non-participants. In a survey of Canada Summer Jobs youth participants for 2024, 92% of respondents reported having gained confidence in multiple skills needed for future employment. Additionally, 85% of respondents indicated that they were optimistic about their future employment prospects. Backgrounder: Canada Summer Jobs 2025 Associated links Canada Summer Jobs Job Bank (Young Canadians) Follow us on X (Twitter) SOURCE Employment and Social Development Canada
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Government of Canada creating thousands more job opportunities for youth this summer
THUNDER BAY, ON, June 6, 2025 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is creating up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) opportunities to help build a strong Canadian economy and secure good jobs for youth. CSJ provides a first job experience for Canadian youth that can help shape their future education, training, and career choices. While CSJ was on track to create 70,000 jobs for youth this summer, Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, today announced up to 6,000 more Canada Summer Jobs opportunities. This will unlock new opportunities for Canadian youth and help our country build the strongest economy in the G7. The Minister made the announcement during a visit to Wataynikaneyap Power's head office on Fort William First Nation in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Wataynikaneyap Power is leading the Wataynikaneyap Transmission Project, which is a partnership of 24 First Nations working together to connect 17 remote communities currently powered by diesel. The organization has already hired an electrical engineering technologist thanks to funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program. The 2025 Canada Summer Jobs hiring period is well underway in communities across Canada. From now until July 21, 2025, young job seekers between the ages of 15 and 30 can find local job opportunities on the Job Bank website and mobile app. Youth can apply for summer jobs in fields that interest them, such as the recreation sector, the food industry and marketing and tourism. Jobs are also available in a variety of high-demand and growing fields, including housing construction and environmental protection. QuotesWe've added up to 6,000 more summer jobs this year – bringing the total to 76,000 across the country. The Canada Summer Jobs program helps young people get meaningful, paid work experience that builds skills, confidence, and connections. It also gives small businesses and not-for-profit organizations the staff they need to grow and serve their communities through the busy summer months. This is a smart investment in our economy and in the next generation of leaders – because when young people get a strong start, all of Canada benefits."– The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario "The Government is taking action to support more young people through the Canada Summer Jobs program. A good summer job not only provides valuable work experience, but also helps to build confidence and self-esteem. I invite all young Canadians between the ages of 15 and 30 to go to Job Bank and look for Canada Summer Jobs opportunities in their community."– The Honourable Anna Gainey, Secretary of State for Children and Youth "Wataynikaneyap Power is majority-owned by 24 First Nations, with a goal of 100% ownership in 25 years; a goal which is supported by the partner, Fortis Inc. Capacity-building, including employment and workforce development, is part of this vision. There is a huge need to recruit and retain professionals and create a stronger workforce in many sectors. A strong commitment will be needed to achieve this. We appreciate the Canada Summer Jobs program funding that has assisted Wataynikaneyap Power in hiring five students since 2022. Our Peoples' vision is to create hope and opportunities for our youth while following Wataynikaneyap Power's Guiding Principles."– Margaret Kenequanash, CEO, Wataynikaneyap Power Quick facts Since 2019, Canada Summer Jobs has supported employers by funding more than 460,000 job opportunities for youth, and in 2024, the program surpassed its 70,000 jobs target, with 71,200 jobs supported. Canada Summer Jobs is delivered through the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) and is part of a wide variety of programs offered by the Government of Canada to help youth gain the skills, education and work experience they need to successfully transition into the workforce. In Budget 2024, the Government committed to help youth in Canada through a $351.2 million investment to support 90,000 youth work experiences and employment support opportunities in 2025-26. These investments included: Today's announcement of additional job opportunities is the result of an additional $25 million reallocation of funding from within ESDC in response to youth employment needs. An independent audit of Canada Summer Jobs by the Office of the Auditor General of Canada found that youth who participate in the program benefit from better long-term earnings than non-participants. In a survey of Canada Summer Jobs youth participants for 2024, 92% of respondents reported having gained confidence in multiple skills needed for future employment. Additionally, 85% of respondents indicated that they were optimistic about their future employment prospects. 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Global News
23-05-2025
- Business
- Global News
Federal summer jobs site set for 50% jump in users as postings stay steady
New data from the federal government shows demand for jobs is on the rise, with the number of users and views on the Canada Summer Jobs portal up roughly 50 per cent compared with last year. At the same time, the number of jobs available on that portal has not kept pace with the rising number of potential applicants amid what some experts are calling a 'brutal' summer job market. Following a report from Global News on Thursday on the challenges facing young Canadian workers trying to find summer jobs, the Ministry of Employment and Social Development Canada sent a statement to Global News that includes data on the traffic on its Canada Summer Jobs portal. 3:25 Carney's cabinet begins job of delivering on his economic promises According to the data, the portal has seen more than 340,000 visits so far this year, with nearly 200,000 Canadians registering as new users, which the ministry says is on track for a full-year increase in visits of 47 per cent and a 50 per cent jump in user registrations compared with 2024. Story continues below advertisement Despite the large spike in new website visitors and users, the number of jobs posted so far this year has not changed much, if at all, compared with previous years. The report shows that so far in 2025, nearly 52,000 jobs were posted on the CSJ portal, compared with roughly 59,000 in total last year. This may indicate that there are far more potential applicants than there are jobs available for seasonal summer work. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy At the same time, the report shows there are still more than 80,000 job vacancies, or unfilled positions. This discrepancy between those looking for work and positions still available may raise eyebrows, and the reasons behind it may be complex. 'Economists will sort of always tell us … OK, these are the regions and the sectors where there's higher vacancies, ergo, that's where young people should go,' public policy expert Vass Bednar said. 'And what that discounts is this challenge, this real core challenge for young people in gaining that relevant work experience, right, they want to start their careers or continue their careers. 'And unless we are also going to be flexible as employers by saying, 'Hey, I recognize that work you did as a bank teller, as a store clerk, at a restaurant as having value in this other sector that looks or feels somewhat distinct and different,' then I think it's, again, almost unfair to tell young people, 'Take what you can get and work from there.'' Story continues below advertisement What summer jobs are highest in demand? The ministry says the summer job occupation with the highest number of applications received so far is administrative assistant with more than 31,000 applications. Construction trade helper was the second most popular with more than 19,000 applications, followed by food service supervisors at close to 12,000 and home support workers at nearly 11,000. Other summer jobs that were popular among users registered for the CSJ program include food counter attendants, accounting technicians and bookkeepers, administrative officers, cooks and home child-care providers. 6:03 Canada Post Strike Averted, but Overtime Ban Begins What is the government doing to help? Employment and Social Development Canada also says in the statement that the CSJ program will provide 70,000 summer job opportunities this year for young people aged 15 to 30, with an emphasis on those who are underrepresented in the labour market. Story continues below advertisement In addition to the CSJ program aimed more at seasonal positions, the government of Canada says it offers an array of programming intended to support youth workers throughout the year. These programs include the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy, Student Work Placement, Supports for Student Learning and Canada Service Corps. In the 2024 budget, the government of Canada announced plans to allocate over $350 million specifically for the CSJ and YESS programs in 2025 and 2026. 'I'm hoping and thinking we might see more of a focus on supports for young people, more incentives for companies to employ young people either on a part-time, summer or initial basis,' Bednar says. 'Because frankly, we do need more places to take risks on and invest in the future of the labour force.'
Telegraph
20-04-2025
- Politics
- Telegraph
Teachers ‘meeting with parents less since Covid'
Teachers are meeting fewer parents of school children since the pandemic, a report has found. The number of families speaking to teachers about their child's progress has fallen significantly, according to the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ). The think tank, founded by Sir Iain Duncan Smith, said it showed a 'crisis of parental involvement' in UK schools. The warning comes as CSJ published a report revealing that children 's wellbeing in Britain is lagging behind other developed nations. Not considered 'school-ready' The Growth isn't Good Enough report, which analysed data from the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), found that 'parental involvement has plummeted' in schools between 2018 and 2022. Only 53 per cent of families reported speaking to teachers about their child's progress on the teacher's initiative in 2022, a decrease of 24 percentage points from 2018. When it came to families discussing progress of their own accord, the figure dropped to 25 per cent in 2022, down 12 percentage points in four years. The effect of the Covid pandemic has had a lasting impact on school children of all ages, with previous studies finding that a third of children entering education in 2022-23 were not considered 'school-ready'. Children who grew up during lockdown are said to be arriving at primary school in buggies and are unable to respond to their own names. 'Arms race' Ed Davies, director of research at CSJ, said that political parties trying to drive mothers back to work as soon as possible was 'actively harming the vast majority of our children' He said there was an 'arms race' among political parties to outbid each other in expanding state childcare for small children, saying it was 'not a child-centric policy'. The CSJ report found that one in four British children are dissatisfied with life and said that poor wellbeing among children and teenagers has a lasting effect into adolescence. The report comes as a teaching union announced it will ballot its members for industrial action if the Government offers a pay award that is 'not fully funded'. Delegates at the annual conference of the NASUWT teaching union in Liverpool have voted to 'step up' its campaigning to secure a fully funded, real-terms pay award for teachers for 2025/26. 'Unacceptable' A motion, passed at the NASUWT conference, called on the union's national action committee 'to reject any pay award that is not fully funded and to move immediately to ballot members for industrial action'. The vote comes after another teaching union, the National Education Union (NEU), said it would launch a formal ballot on strike action if the Government's final pay offer for teachers remained 'unacceptable'. It comes as the Government announced that free breakfast clubs are set to launch at 750 schools across England next week. Thousands of parents will be able to access 30 minutes of morning childcare from Tuesday as part of a trial beginning at the start of the new term and running to July, ahead of an expected national rollout.
