Increased tuition funding for unemployed residents
BC residents without jobs gain more skills training support through the Employment Program of BC. The program now offers up to 7500 in tuition aid, up from 4000, effective November 19. Moira Stilwell notes the initiative helps self sufficiency and family support while boosting the economy. The ministry plans 343.5 million for employment programs and apprenticeships with federal funding of about 280 million via the Labour Market Development Agreement.
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Northeast plans training for Site C and LNG expansion
The report projects 15 000 new jobs from Site C dam and LNG export activity while noting low natural gas prices through 2015. It flags training gaps in industrial electricians and oil and gas sectors, barriers for instructors and apprentices, and urges expanded trades facilities at Northern Lights College with a Memorandum of Understanding with HD Mining International for underground mining training. The plan outlines four goals to boost regional job readiness and business opportunities, with next steps an implementation plan pending release.
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