Employment and Social Development Canada

Join us in highlighting the importance of protecting and strengthening our body's most critical organ – our brain. #BrainHealthAwarenessMonth #BrainAwarenessWeek

Apply now to get funding for the cost of new equipment + materials that meet industry standards or to invest in new technology for skilled trades training ➡️ canada.ca/en/employment-…

Canada and Moldova have signed a new #SocialSecurity Agreement. 🇨🇦🇲🇩 Once it takes effect, the Agreement will align Canada’s #OAS and #CPP with Moldova’s pension programs. @CanadaFP

Online applications for the Worker Retention Grant are now available. If you have an active Work-Sharing agreement and offer training, you may be able to top up your employees’ income and keep your skilled workforce. Apply: canada.ca/en/employment-…

📣 We have launched a new advisory council for labour policy. Because when we collaborate with workers and employers, we can be more responsive to today’s challenges. ➡️ For more details about the council’s mandate and membership: canada.ca/en/employment-…

📣 LAST DAY! Have you submitted your accessibility project proposal? Eligible projects can receive between $500,000 and $1 million in funding. You have until 3 p.m. EDT to apply: canada.ca/en/employment-…

We’re extending the Work-Sharing temporary flexibilities until March 31, 2027, to help employers and workers avoid mass layoffs. Find out more: canada.ca/en/employment-…

We are investing in workers in the steel, softwood lumber & automotive sectors in Ontario. Today, Min. Hajdu announced a partnership with the province that will retrain and upskill workers to adapt to global tariffs. More: canada.ca/en/employment-…

Today, Secretary of State Zerucelli made an important announcement about funding for green training for skilled trades workers in Quebec. This training will fuel Canada’s low-carbon economy & give workers the skills they need to succeed. 🍃 canada.ca/en/employment-…

Improving accessibility in Canada starts with collaboration. If you have a project idea to improve accessibility in your workplace or community, apply for funding today: canada.ca/en/employment-… #AccessibleWorkplace

Canada is building the skilled workforce it needs for a strong economy 🏗️🔨 ow.ly/1Asq50YrlMi

A trucking inspection blitz is coming to #Montreal in the coming weeks to: 🚚 stop driver misclassification 🚚 enforce the law. ow.ly/GTZY50YrfkH

Today, Min. Hajdu announced a new partnership with British Columbia that will invest over $70M into training and reskilling for people in the province, to help combat the impact of global tariffs on workers. Learn more: canada.ca/en/employment-…

Starting today, Canadians can help shape he Government of Canada’s first Men and Boys’ Health Strategy by participating in a national conversation. Share your perspectives on #HealthyMen by June 1, 2026. ow.ly/fTbW106vhW0

This week, Minister Hajdu was at @the_PDAC to highlight a new alliance that will further strengthen Canada’s mining and critical minerals sector – preparing its workforce for jobs now and into the future. Details: canada.ca/en/employment-…

❗ As part of Job Bank modernization, new features have been introduced to better connect workers with jobs and training, and employers with tools for targeted recruitment. Check them out: jobbank.gc.ca

Today, Secretary of State Gainey announced funding for the @Townshippers Association to support meaningful employment opportunities for English-speaking communities in the Eastern Townships of @GouvQc canada.ca/en/employment-…

We’re taking action to make life more affordable. 🍁 Today, Min. Hajdu highlighted the proposed Canada Groceries & Essentials Benefit, plus new measures to fight food insecurity & strengthen supply chains. More: ow.ly/Ng2L50YhLnB

Today, Secretary of State Zerucelli highlighted the Government of Canada's new Automotive Strategy and measures to help workers and employers navigate current pressures while preparing to meet the workforce needs of tomorrow. More: ow.ly/uwy050YhIek

Today, Minister Hajdu announced that: - Workforce Alliances are being created to support six Canadian priorities - applications are open for the new Worker Retention Grant for Work-Sharing Employers Details: canada.ca/en/employment-…