Ontario invests $70M to protect workers from U.S. trade impacts

The Ontario government is investing $70 million to help workers impacted by U.S. tariffs and global trade shifts retrain and secure better jobs. This includes $20M for new Protect Ontario Workers Employment Response (POWER) Centres, which will provide rapid-response training, career services, and job search support, and $50M for Better Jobs Ontario, expanding access to up to $35,000 for skills training, tuition, and child care. By working with unions, colleges, and community groups, the province will proactively support workers facing layoffs, youth, and those on social assistance, ensuring faster retraining and stronger career opportunities. Premier Doug Ford emphasized that Ontario will not leave its workers behind, while Labour Minister David Piccini highlighted the government’s commitment to giving people the tools they need for secure, good-paying jobs. These measures are part of Ontario’s broader plan to build a resilient workforce and strengthen the province’s competitiveness on the global stage.

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