Over 50 local business receive summer job funds
MP John Nater, announced on June 5 that students in the riding will gain valuable work experience this summer through the Canada Summer Jobs 2017 initiative.
“Creating summer jobs for students benefits not only youth and employers, but also local economies across the country,” said Nater. “The Canada Summer Jobs Program provides students the opportunity to gain viable skills and work experience while earning money to continue their post-secondary education.
“I had the privilege of informing over 50 local businesses and community organizations across the riding, that their projects had been approved. One hundred and nine young people will be working in Perth—Wellington this summer due to ... the program.”
A total of 53 projects were approved representing 109 jobs and $427,216 in funding.
