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Title:

NB New Boots STEPW

Agreement Number:

NB190149

Agreement Value:

$150,000.00

Agreement Date:

Jul 8, 2019 - Jul 7, 2021

Description:

This 24-month project will increase the recruitment and retention of women in non-traditional skilled trades in New Brunswick through the development and piloting of a Skilled Trades Exploration Program for Women. A gender-based analysis of tools and training will be completed and an evidence-based report, including provincial recommendations for action to address the gap for women in skilled trades, will be shared with the Government of New Brunswick. Additionally, through public-private partnerships with institutional, government and private sector stakeholders, the organization will develop and implement a strategic plan to advance women’s participation in non-traditional skilled trades in the province.

Organization:

Women and Gender Equality Canada

Expected Results:

Women and stakeholders have access to supports to address issues relating to equality between women and men.

Location:

Saint John, New Brunswick, CA E2K 5J9

Reference Number:

GC-2019-2020-Q1-048

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

MAP Strategic Workforce Services Inc - New Boots

Program:

Department for Women and Gender Equality

Program Purpose:

The purpose of the Women’s Program is to advance equality for women in Canada by working to address or remove systemic barriers impeding women’s progress and advancement. The WP supports the Government of Canada’s goal of advancing gender equality in Canada. It is consistent with Government of Canada priorities related to economic prosperity, and supports Canada’s international commitments related to gender equality.