Government of Canada increases support for part-time students

May 15, 2012

The Government of Canada has announced a new measure to help students and their families access and afford post-secondary education and training. The income eligibility thresholds for part-time student loans and grants have been increased so more Canadians can pursue post-secondary education while working. Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister ...


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Government of Canada Launches Call for Proposals for Projects Led and Inspired by Seniors

May 14, 2012

Y E L L O W H E A D — Hon. Rob Merrifield, Member of Parliament for Yellowhead, is encouraging organizations that work to promote the well-being of Canada’s seniors to apply for federal funding.  The 2012–2013 call for proposals for community-based projects under the New Horizons for Seniors Program launched on May 8, 2012 for ...


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Government of Canada Invests $88,400 in Yellowhead Seniors

May 11, 2012

Y E L L O W H E A D — Seniors across the nation will soon have new opportunities to volunteer, mentor younger generations and help raise awareness of elder abuse thanks to funding through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). Hon. Rob Merrifield, Member of Parliament for Yellowhead made the announcement on ...


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National Launch of North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (May 6 to 12, 2012)

May 4, 2012

North American Occupational Safety and Health (NAOSH) Week kicks off its Canada-wide celebrations on May 7, 2012. Click here to read full article


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New measures were introduced last week in the Government’s Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act that highlight planned improvements to the Employment Insurance (EI) program

April 30, 2012

New measures were introduced last week in the Government’s Jobs, Growth and Long‑term Prosperity Act that highlight planned improvements to the Employment Insurance (EI) program. Click here to read full article


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