This was identified as a key initiative in the fisheries sectoral forum. These initiatives reflect the growing importance of cultural industries as both the foundation of our unique character and an emerging economic force. Education and Youth Continuation of a tuition freeze at the post-secondary level for two more years, in an effort to maintain access to higher education. Government recognizes, and clearly heard during the Jobs and Growth consultation, the vital role of education in building a strong economy. To this end, government is also undertaking a review of the Student Aid program.
Literacy is a key component of a sound Jobs and Growth agenda.
The need to enhance curriculum to promote excellence in our schools was a recurring message heard during the Jobs and Growth consultation. These initiatives recognize key themes heard during the consultations, namely, the need to support people who are entering or re-entering the workforce and the recognition of the crucial role young people will play in creating future economic success for the province. Establishment of a Labour Market Development Council to provide a forum for collaboration and cooperation to ensure our post-secondary education and training system can respond effectively to the needs of people and the economy in a rapidly changing world. The need for proactive measures in this area was clearly heard during the Jobs and Growth consultation. This reflects the importance of what we heard about stronger communities building a stronger economic and social base in the province.