$254,745 in funding for Canada Summer Jobs 2010

(Brandon) February 1, 2010 – Merv Tweed, MP for Brandon-Souris announced the approval of $254,745 in funding for the Canada Summer Jobs 2010 Program for Brandon-Souris.

“Our Government has launched Canada Summer Jobs 2010 to help employers create additional positions for our youth,” said Tweed. “Employers in Brandon-Souris eligible for this program are encouraged to get involved and help create employment opportunities for young Canadians.”

The Canada Summer Jobs Program is a wage subsidy program that enables public, private, and not-for-profit employers to create career-related summer jobs for students.  These jobs assist young Canadians in gaining valuable work experience.

Interested employers can apply for this program between February 1 and February 26.  For more information visit www.servicecanada.gc.ca