Federal Government Announces Pilot Program for Youth Climate Corps
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Updated Sep 19
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What happened
The Government of Canada announced a pilot program for the Youth Climate Corps (YCC). This initiative involves Employment and Social Development Canada and aims to address climate targets and unemployment. The pilot received $40 million in federal funding, which will be deployed over two years starting in 2026-27.
From thelinknewspaper.ca
Why it matters
The YCC is intended to create 20,000 two-year, living-wage job training and placement opportunities for youth aged 35 and under. Advocates noted that the funding package falls significantly short of the ambitious annual goal of $1 billion demanded by the campaign.
From thelinknewspaper.ca
Who's involved
- Employment and Social Development CanadaThe federal department responsible for the pilot program.
- Government of CanadaThe federal government overseeing the initiative.
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The entities involved
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Employment and Social Development Canada
Canadian federal government department