QSA's Week in Social Issues (#2, 2025)
CSC funds 20,000 youth volunteer spots; $40M for women's groups; Ottawa's $1.3M youth health aid; TFW penalties doubled; New immigration measures.
Start Date: 2025-01-11
End Date: 2025-01-17
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Canada Service Corps to Fund 20,000 New Youth Volunteer Opportunities
On January 16, 2025, Employment and Social Development Canada announced a $200 million investment in the Canada Service Corps (CSC), aiming to fund 85 projects and provide up to 20,000 volunteer service opportunities for youth aged 12 to 30 over the next three years. These projects are designed to engage youth, including those from Indigenous and underserved populations, in activities focusing on reconciliation, inclusivity, environmental preservation, civic engagement, and resilience. The initiative is expected to offer participants the chance to develop leadership skills, expand their professional networks, and gain valuable experiences that could aid their transition into the labor market.
Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca']
