Kivalliq Employment and Training Forum

Press Release

07 September 2023

The Kivalliq Employment and Training Action Plan working group is hosting a forum in Rankin Inlet from October 3 to 5, 2023. This event will focus on Inuit employment and entrepreneurship within the Kivalliq region, with the outcomes helping to share a new Kivalliq Employment and Training Action Plan.

As part of this initiative, we invite Kivalliq youth in grades 10-12 to participate as representatives, where they can voice their experiences on topics such as:

• Easing the process for youth to secure and maintain quality jobs.
• Identifying necessary tools, training, and supports for youth employment.
• Exploring barriers to youth entering the workforce.

Chaperones are also needed for this event and are encouraged to apply.

To apply as a youth representative or chaperone, please submit a completed application to KivalliqCDO@gov.nu.ca.

Application Deadline: September 15, 2023.

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Media Contact:

Tony Canny
Communications Specialist
Department of Family Services
867-975-5207
acanny@gov.nu.ca

Document(s):

• 2023-09 PSA (FS) Kivalliq Employment and Training Forum – ENG
• Kivalliq Employment and Training Forum Application Form (Youth)_ENG
• Kivalliq Employment and Training Forum Application Form (Chaperone)_ENG

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