Under the Forum of Labour Market Ministers, the Government of Canada and the provincial and territorial governments are committed to working together to address labour market issues of mutual concern. In this context, the Forum's Working Group on Older Workers, co-chaired by the Governments of Canada and Quebec, will guide the development of pilot projects in interested jurisdictions. Participating provinces and territories will choose projects to be tested in their jurisdictions. They will develop, with the Government of Canada, the parameters under which the measures will be delivered. Participating provinces and territories will also commit resources to this initiative.
Older workers make a significant contribution to Canadian society.
The Government of Canada will work in partnership with provincial and territorial governments to ensure that they have the tools and support they need to prepare for, find and keep employment.