18 May 2022 – Brampton, Ontario

Young people across Canada, particularly those facing barriers to employment, have been especially affected by the loss of jobs caused by the pandemic. In Brampton South, youth have stepped up to serve their communities in exciting ways.

It shows that the energy and talent of young people in Brampton and from coast to coast to coast is a powerful way to drive our economic recovery. That is why the government is working with employers across the country to help them find meaningful, high-quality jobs.

Today, Sonia Sidhu, the Member of Parliament for Brampton South, on behalf of the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Marci Ien, announced that more than 600 Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) opportunities are now available for youth in Brampton South.

Over the weekend, MP Sidhu visited Brams United Soccer Club, a recipient of CSJ funding, to hear about how it will be put to use and to drop-in on their practice for boys and girls aged 13 to 14. Critical CSJ funding is helping Brams United deliver  safe, welcoming, and inclusive soccer programs for youth who may become Canada's future soccer stars.

Throughout the summer, young people can find new job opportunities in their community on jobbank.gc.ca/youth and the Job Bank mobile app. More than 140,000 quality CSJ placements are now available across the country for young people between the ages of 15 and 30.

This announcement builds on the government’s ongoing actions taken to support all Canadians, as highlighted in Budget 2022, which is about growing Canada's economy, creating good jobs, and building a Canada where nobody gets left behind. It is also in line with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 8, which aims to promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all.

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QUOTES:

“Since day one, even before I was elected, I made a commitment to amplify the diverse voices of youth. No matter the age, gender or cultural background – I continue to be moved every time I meet with youth advocates. Canada Summer Jobs supports the incredible talent and leadership of youth who are already at the centre of change. There is no doubt that when given the right tools to succeed, youth create purposeful innovation.”

– Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Marci Ien

“I am proud of the young people in Brampton South who have overcome many challenges in the past two years. It has not been easy but they have shown incredible strength. Thanks to the Canada Summer Jobs program, more than 600 youth in our community will receive valuable work experience this summer and advance the great work being done in Brampton.”

– Sonia Sidhu, Member of Parliament for Brampton South

CONTACT:

The Office of Sonia Sidhu, Member of Parliament, Brampton South

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