With support from RBC, United Way is improving employment outcomes for people like Mojtaba, and thousands of others who are often overlooked in the labour force.
Category: Employment for Newcomers
Young people need improved social, educational and financial supports, and easier access to them, in order to curb East Ontario’s rising unemployment rate for residents aged 15 to 24.
On October 19, leaders from businesses, non-profits, governments and more gathered to learn about tools that can ensure a more inclusive, equitable economic recovery beyond COVID-19.
Ontario’s proposed changes breaks down barriers that newcomers face when entering the Canadian labour market, but more needs to be done to ensure a clear path moving forward.
Last week, we invested $2 million in 39 local programs that will support the people who are still struggling as the province begins to reopen. Read more about how we’re bolstering Indigenous and Black mental health, and fighting food insecurity, social isolation, learning loss and more.
Michael Allen provides an update on how the community sector is supporting immigrants and refugees through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Learn how supporting refugees—and all newcomers—is a part of building a healthy, vibrant Ottawa.
Originally from Syria, Anas trained to join the workforce in Canada and found a full-time job with help from a United Way partner.
