Ontario Had 18,900 New Jobs in November 2016
Employment in Ontario increased by 18,900 in November 2016. This includes gains in finance, insurance, real estate, rental and leasing and information, culture and recreation.
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Latest news happening in the settlement sector of Ontario.
Here we post new publications (studies, reports), government notices and more.
Continued Welcome and Support for Syrian Refugees
Since the first airplane of refugees from the Syrian conflict touched down in Ontario one year ago this week, more than 14,000 refugees have found safety and a new start in the province, with the support of the provincial government, municipalities, community service providers, sponsors and volunteers.
Toronto Apprenticeships on the Eglinton Crosstown LRT Project
Ontario has finalized an agreement with government agencies, business, labour and the local community to help people from disadvantaged communities along the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit corridor get construction jobs on the largest transit project in Canada.
Ontario Passes Legislation to Create More Affordable Housing for Families
Yesterday, Ontario passed legislation that will increase access to affordable housing for families across the province and modernize the social housing system.
New Valoris Multi-Service Building Now Open in Prescott-Russell
The new Valoris for Children and Adults in Prescott-Russell offers many services to the community at one location.
Shape Your Life Boxing Program Helps Survivors of Gender-Based Violence
Shape Your Life is based on a ‘trauma-informed’ approach to public health, which creates an environment of safety, control and respect, and avoids re-traumatizing, shaming or stigmatizing survivors.
Faster Processing and Shorter Wait Times for Spousal Reunification
Starting today, processing times will be reduced even further with most spousal applications now being processed in 12 months. Complex cases may require more time.
Backgrounder: New Spousal Sponsorship Application Kit
The Government of Canada is releasing a new spousal sponsorship application kit on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website on December 15, 2016.
Backgrounder: Reuniting More Spouses and Partners
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has been looking to find solutions to improve service to clients and reduce the uncertainty for Canadian citizens and permanent residents and for their spouses and partners who are being sponsored for permanent residence.
Canada’s Possible Accession to the United Nations Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Government of Canada has begun a consultation process on Canada’s accession to the United Nations Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (the Optional Protocol).