The Provincial Government is now accepting applications for the Job Creation Partnerships program. This year will feature the following increased pay for workers to reflect increased Employment Insurance (EI) and minimum wage rates:

• Supervisor or high-skilled positions – $668 per week, up from $650 (e.g., Project Supervisor, Qualified Carpenter or Program Manager)
• Moderately skilled positions – $646 per week, up from $623; and (e.g., Museum Interpreter, Administrator or Program Coordinator)
• Labourer or lower-skilled positions – $624 per week, up from $580 (e.g., Labourer, Office Clerk or Maintenance Worker)

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 applying is June 30, 2024.

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