Lindsay Maskell

Workforce Development and Training supports - requesting partnership for a workforce needs assessment of the film and TV sector and the stage and stage craft sector.

Engaging for program information and design for the new UTIP Bricks and Mortar program announced in the Spring Economic Statement. The Ironworkers are requesting meeting to suggest changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) program. Specifically refining TFW rules to address genuine skill shortages while protecting Canadian jobs and labour standards by requiring the construction stream Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIA) requires consultation to the Local Unions about available labour supply.

Helmets to Hardhats is seeking an extension of its existing grant to stabilize and grow services in Eastern Canada, while expanding the program into Western Canada to meet rising demand from veterans and employers.

Requesting meeting for eligibility and program updates for the Union Training Innovation Program (UTIP) specific to provincial grouping requirements for UTIP being removed and expedite the new UTIP program. Arranging meeting to discuss sustainable pathways for training, certification and career advancement in the skilled trades.