
This year will feature increased pay for workers to reflect increased Employment Insurance (EI) and minimum wage rates.
$8 million dollars is up for grabs as part of the Job Creation Partnerships program. This year will feature increased pay for workers to reflect increased Employment Insurance (EI) and minimum wage rates. A Supervisor or high-skilled positions – $668 per week, up from $650. Moderately skilled positions – $646 per week, up from $623; and Labourer or lower-skilled positions – $624 per week, up from $580. The Job Creation Partnerships program is designed to support projects that provide EI eligible individuals with opportunities to gain work experience to improve their employment prospects. Employers can apply online. Deadline for applications is June 30th.