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Mining videos designed to change perceptions, promote skills development

Susan Stocker

The Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) launched a video library recently as part of its strategy to address the sector’s serious skills shortage. Workers from various mining companies provide insightful commentary and practical pointers to help career seekers learn about the variety of employment opportunities that exist in the field. In this video, you will hear from Susan Stocker, leader of employee development in the technology division at Teck, Canada’s largest diversified mining, mineral processing and metallurgical company.

February
08

Governments of Canada and Yukon helping unemployed workers

WHITEHORSE, YUKON, February 8, 2010—Yukon workers who need help in finding employment will benefit from training programs funded through the Canada-Yukon Labour Market Development Agreement. Beginning February 1, the federal government is funding the Government of Yukon’s own skills development programs.

National | Posted: February 08, 2010 | Read the article...

February
08

Recession only delays looming workforce shortages facing Canadian economy: Conference Board

The recession has only temporarily slowed the onset of workforce shortages in the Canadian economy, according to the latest Conference Board of Canada publication outlining lessons from the recession and financial crisis.

National | Posted: February 08, 2010 | Read the article...

February
05

January Labour Force Survey reports fourth employment gain in six months

Employment increased by 43,000 in January, all in part time, pushing the unemployment rate down 0.1 percentage points to 8.3%. January marks the fourth employment gain in six months.

National | Posted: February 05, 2010 | Read the article...

February
05

Part-time jobs don't translate into real recovery, says CAW president

TORONTO, Feb. 5 /CNW/ - "The growth in part-time work is absolutely no cause for celebration," says CAW President Ken Lewenza, in response to today's unemployment numbers released by Statistics Canada Labour Force Survey.

National | Posted: February 05, 2010 | Read the article...

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