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Helping people with disabilities to develop job skills
Burnaby, British Columbia, August 9, 2011 — People with disabilities will get work experience through the Government of Canada’s support for an employment project. The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State for Seniors and Member of Parliament for Richmond, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.
“In today’s environment, it is more important than ever that all Canadians have the skills they need to participate and succeed in the job market,” said Minister Wong. “By supporting this project, our government is helping Canadians with disabilities maximize their potential and independence.”
With assistance from the federal Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities, the Neil Squire Society’s Enhanced Employ-Ability project will develop and test an improved online service delivery model, create a curriculum guide, and help 660 people with disabilities develop their skills to prepare for jobs, become self‑employed or return to school for further training.
The Neil Squire Society will receive $4,260,441 under the Enhanced Employment Assistance Services component of the Opportunities Fund.
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This news release is available in alternative formats upon request.
For further information (media only):
Alyson Queen
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Finley
819-994-2482
Media Relations Office
Human Resources and
Skills Development Canada
819-994-5559
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