The Manitoba government has released its First Jobs Strategy, which is designed to provide more support to university students entering the labour force. This is accompanied with the announcement of a $1.5 M fund to support the creation of an employment connection program. The program will include the creation of a primary point of contact for new grads entering the workforce, new co-op opportunities through partnerships with postsecondary institutions, and more entry-level public service job opportunities. “Working together, we will make sure [young people] have the exposure to the opportunities waiting for them, connections with future employers and the support they need as they start their careers,” said Jobs and the Economy Minister Kevin Chief.
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