Moreover, existing initiatives designed to address barriers to Inuit participation in the labour market are not sufficient. The Nunavut Unified Human Resource Development Strategy sets a target of a minimum 50 percent Inuit representation including 50 percent Inuit employment in management occupations in the Government of Nunavut by 1999. The Nunavut government is projected to require about 2,600 jobs at that time. Without intensive intervention, this target of 50 percent Inuit representation is projected to fall short by more than 600 jobs. While its partners already provide a variety of initiatives to the development of Inuit employment in Nunavut, the Nunavut Unified Human Resource Development Strategy identifies new initiatives, addresses gaps and builds on existing training programs.
Measures are in place at educational institutions to prepare people for work or future training.
Includes instructor, trainer and career counsellor training programs. Education and training programs develop individuals for specific occupations, including executive managers, middle managers, officers and professionals, para-professional and technical staff, and support staff. Staff development initiatives are targeted at people already employed, at all levels of government as well as in other workplaces. Support programming is in place for individuals planning their careers and participating in other human resource development programs. Access to mentoring, counselling and tutorial services is provided.