St. John's launches $150,000 employment pilot for Gathering Place users
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What happened
A new pilot program called Pitching In was launched in St. John's. The City of St. John's is contributing $150,000 to the initiative, which pays users of The Gathering Place to clean up litter and needles. Susan Smith, the project coordinator, reported that the program received over 50 interested applicants.
From cbc.ca
Why it matters
The program aims to provide workforce opportunities for residents of The Gathering Place who have dropped out of their trades or lost jobs, according to Colin McNeil. The City of St. John's is supporting this initiative with a $150,000 contribution to the employment program.
From cbc.ca
Who's involved
- St. John'sLocation where the new employment pilot program is being run.
- Susan SmithProject coordinator for the new employment program.
- Colin McNeilExecutive director of The Gathering Place, which provides shelter and medical help.
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St. John's
capital and largest city of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
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