In this edition:
- Lincoln reports almost 2,000 new jobs and over $143M in construction
- Niagara Falls Supper Market kicks off on June 5, vendor spaces still available
- Public Interest Commission recommends Border Services union and Treasury Board return to bargaining table
- Ontario to update Secondary School Diploma requirements for first time in 25 years
- Number of unfilled jobs posts largest decline since September as employment ticks up
- Legal insights for navigating Bill S-211
- Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business rebrands
- Focus on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Lincoln reports almost 2,000 new jobs and over $143M in construction
Town of Lincoln staff have presented the accomplishments and highlights of the 2019-2023 Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan: Lincoln’s Pathway to Prosperity, reporting that all the actions outlined in the plan have either been completed or completed and ongoing.
In total, approximately 160 permits have gone through the Town’s building permit process for either agricultural, commercial, or industrial purposes. Of the 160 permits, 122 came from existing businesses expanding or growing their operations. This has yielded approximately $143,840,100.00 in construction value.
Since 2018, Lincoln has also seen an increase of 1,992 jobs or 14%.
Niagara Falls Supper Market kicks off on June 5, vendor spaces still available
The Niagara Falls Supper Market is set to take place on Wednesday evenings from 4 pm to 8 pm; beginning on June 05 and running until September 25, 2024 at the City’s new arts and cultural hub, located at 5943 Sylvia Place.
Interested vendors can still apply for the 2024 season. Applications are available online. To learn more about the Exchange, visit nfexchange.ca.
Public Interest Commission recommends Border Services union and Treasury Board return to bargaining table
Yesterday, the Public Interest Commission (PIC) released its recommendations for reaching an agreement between the Treasury Board Secretariat and the Public Service Alliance of Canada for the Border Services (FB) Group. Importantly, the PIC recommends that both sides resume negotiations immediately and start to reduce the number of outstanding issues. The Commission also urges the parties to use improvements achieved during negotiations at other PSAC tables to determine “how those resolutions might be adjusted or adopted” to reach an agreement for the Border Services group.
Ontario to update Secondary School Diploma requirements for first time in 25 years
The Ontario government is modernizing the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) requirements for the first time in 25 years, and launching consultations with parents, job creators, educators and stakeholders on what skills students need to be better prepared for life beyond the classroom through the reintroduction of modernized home economics education.
Meanwhile, job vacancies in Canada decreased by 40,600 (-6.2%) to 610,700 in March, marking the largest decline since September 2023.
Legal insights for navigating Bill S-211
“This legislation is transparency legislation,” says Melanie Cole, partner at Aird & Berlis LLP and chair of the firm’s ESG & Sustainability group. As Bill S-211 comes into effect, health and safety professionals in Canada who also have social governance, corporate responsibility, or compliance in their portfolios must grapple with its requirements and implications. The bill, which aims to enhance transparency around forced and child labour in supply chains, presents unique challenges and responsibilities for organizations.
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Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business rebrands
After 40 years of supporting Indigenous businesses across Canada, the former Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business has announced a name change, to the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business, bringing with it a modernized and refreshed brand.
In addition to the new name, the Certified Aboriginal Business designation has been renamed Certified Indigenous Business (CIB), the Progressive Aboriginal Business program has been renamed Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR), and the Tools and Financing for Indigenous Business program has been renamed Tools for Indigenous Business (TIB).
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Focus on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
CCAB Accelerator Program for Indigenous Businesses open to new applicants
The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) has announced that the Indigenous Business Defence Sector Accelerator program will open to new applicants on June 14, 2024.
Now in its second year, the Indigenous Business Defence Sector Accelerator program creates opportunities for Indigenous businesses in Canada to engage with defence suppliers.
Inaugural partner General Dynamics is extending its partnership for another year through its Business Units General Dynamics Land Systems-Canada, General Dynamics Mission Systems – Canada and Ordnance & Tactical Systems–Canada.
The program pairs Indigenous businesses with organizational sponsors who provide opportunities to leverage connections in their global supply chains, learn regulatory requirements, and acquire knowledge and skills to work within the defence industry.
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