Government of Canada supports training and skills development opportunities
for Aboriginal people in construction
MASHTEUIATSH, QC,
"We are building partnerships with the private and public sectors to provide Aborignal people with the skills and training they need to get good jobs," said Minister of State Lebel. "This investment will ensure that Aboriginal people have access to the tools they need to participate in the construction industry."
Supported by the Government of
Over 500 participants will be supported through the various stages of training and will receive guidance and mentoring on possible obstacles and challenges such as intercultural relationships, personal problem solving, and integration into the workforce. The project will result in 200 long-term major economic opportunities in the oil and gas, civil engineering and infrastructure, and hydro-electric industries.
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Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership Program
The Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership (ASEP) program focuses on sustainable employment for Aboriginal people in major economic industries, leading to lasting benefits for Aboriginal communities, families and individuals. ASEP aims to provide Aboriginal people with the skills they need to participate in economic opportunities across
ASEP is a nationally managed, opportunity-driven, project-based program that promotes increased participation of Aboriginal people in major economic developments through formalized Aboriginal and private sector partnership. The provinces and territories must also contribute to the projects, and all partners must contribute at least 50 percent of the total cost of the project. The ASEP program supports multi-year training-to-employment strategies that are developed and managed by Aboriginal organizations and employers, leading to long-term skilled jobs for Aboriginal people in existing and emerging industries.
ASEP was initially launched in 2003 as an
Project Description
The Consortium for Aboriginal Training in Construction in
The key expected results are: - 725 Aboriginal people will be assessed for participation in the project. - 510 Aboriginal people will participate in various training. - 200 Aboriginal people are expected to find long-term employment in the construction industry. Project Sponsors Human Resources and Skills Development Canada: $6.7 million (37 percent) Private sector: $5.5 million (30 percent) Aboriginal organizations: $2.6 million (14 percent) Provincial government: $3.3 million (19 percent)
For further information: (media only): Michelle Bakos, Press Secretary, Office of Minister Finley, (819) 994-2482; Media Relations Office, Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, (819) 994-5559; For more information on the Consortium for Aboriginal Training in Construction in Quebec: Marjolaine Étienne, President, (418) 275-2473, ext. 423; Mélanie Boivin, Administrative Coordinator, (514) 341-7740, ext. 6351
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