Programs

Program Highlights include: (1) Promote stewardship of Aboriginal lands within the context of government policies and industrial development; (2) Understand how Aboriginal history, politics and cultural values influence natural resource management; (3) Develop skills and techniques for natural resource management in a 3 week environmental field school; and (4) Participate in an optional international field school - past destinations include Tanzania and Mexico.

The Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program is designed to allow individuals working in Aboriginal business settings to acquire business skills and knowledge without having to leave their jobs or relocate their families.

"The Transition Year Programme (TYP) at Dalhousie University is designed to increase the successful participation of First Nations and African Canadian students in university studies. This paper provides some general information about the TYP, its genesis, current structure, and some of the challenges faced by students, then focuses on the evolution of one component of the Programme, a course entitled Strategies for University Learning.

"Learn about the funding opportunities (grants and contributions) that are offered by HRSDC, Service Canada, and Labour: what programs are currently accepting applications, listings of all programs and who can apply, and links to more information."

The Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG) is a taxable cash grant of $1,000 per year. It is available to registered apprentices once they have successfully completed their first or second year or level of an apprenticeship program in one of the Red Seal trades.

The Career Development Partnership Initiative is a joint project between the Department of Human Resources, Labour and Employment and the Department of Education. This partnership responds to an identified need in the school system and a commitment by both departments to strengthen and support career development in Newfoundland and Labrador’s K-12 school system.

This program provides supports to individuals with disabilities and significant disability related challenges to access training and skill development opportunities. It is designed to assist persons with disabilities acquire the skills, experience and support necessary to successfully prepare for, enter or remain in the work force.

Provides financial support for students of co-operative programs at Memorial University of Newfoundland and College of the North Atlantic.

The Graduate Employment Program is designed to assist recent post-secondary graduates secure valuable work experience in their field of study. Eligible graduates can use this wage subsidy program to market themselves to employers.

Publication outlining provincial government efforts to stimulate economic development.