REGINA, SASKATCHEWAN — Local youth who face barriers to employment will get job preparation training and work experience through the Government of Canada’s support for an employment project. Mr. Tom Lukiwski, Parliamentary Secretary to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Member of Parliament for Regina–Lumsden–Lake Centre, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.
 
“For many young Canadians, making the transition to the job market is a challenge, especially in today’s environment,” said Mr. Lukiwski. “That’s why our government is creating opportunities for youth to succeed through support for initiatives like this youth employment project.”
 
With assistance from the federal Skills Link program, the Regina Work Preparation Centre will help 12 youth develop the skills and experience needed to find a job or the confidence to return to school.
 
The project participants will attend group workshops focusing on such topics as communication, problem solving, effective résumé writing and job searching techniques. They will also take part in work experience activities that will allow them to put into practice the knowledge and skills gained during the workshops.
 
Skills Link helps youth facing barriers to employment, such as single parents, Aboriginal youth, youth with disabilities, recent immigrants, youth living in rural and remote areas, and youth who have dropped out of high school.

The Regina Work Preparation Centre will receive over $74,000 in federal Skills Link funding to support its youth employment project.