Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Employing Youth in the Conservation and Enjoyment of Nature and Culture
Agreement Number:
GC-1496
Agreement Value:
$4,830,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jun 11, 2021 - Apr 30, 2022
Description:
This project will support the employment of youth in locations across Canada, including youth facing barriers to employment, in the conservation and enjoyment of natural and cultural heritage. This initiative is part of the federal Youth Employment and Skills Strategy.
Organization:
Parks Canada
Expected Results:
People connect to and experience Canada’s natural and cultural heritage in ways that are meaningful to them
Location:
Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1V 2M5
Reference Number:
154-2021-2022-Q1-00024
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
Canadian Parks and Recreation Association
Federal Riding Name:
Ottawa South
Federal Riding Number:
35077
Program:
Youth Employement and Skills Strategy
Program Purpose:
The objectives of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program (YESSP) are to help all youth navigate through the labour market and to successfully transition into sustained employment. These objectives are attained by supporting the needs of all youth, especially youth facing barriers to develop skills, knowledge and networks through education, skills development and meaningful work experiences.