A Word From Your MP

Dear Residents,

Good school year !

As they head back to school, many students are worrying about how they’ll pay tuition and make ends meet. Our government is focused on helping them succeed as they build their careers, and help grow our economy.

Since 2015, the government has made post-secondary education more affordable and accessible. We permanently eliminated interest on Canada Student and Apprentice Loans; doubled Canada Student Grants; doubled the GST tax credit; and provided relief to student renters through the Canada Housing Benefit top-up. 

 In communities all across Canada this year, young people have been benefitting from the more than 190,000 jobs created for them.
 
For young people aged 15 to 30, the Canada Summer Jobs programs help employers hire youth. This year alone, the program filled more than 70,000 positions. 
 
Other initiatives include the Student Work Placement Program, which helps post-secondary students find paid experience in their field of study. The Youth Employment and Skills Strategy funds organizations that deliver activities and services to help youth overcome barriers and develop their skill set to join the labor force, helping to level the playing field for the next generation of Canada’s workforce.
 

Have a good read!
 
Mona

 

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