32 job placement opportunities in Nipissing are being funded by the province. Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing announced $942,000 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) for the internships.
He says the investment will help strengthen and develop the region’s workforce.
“Our government is helping northerners find new opportunities to gain hands-on experience to build careers right here at home,” said MPP Vic Fedeli. “The variety of companies and organizations taking advantage of the NOHFC grants includes small businesses, not-for-profits, post-secondary institutions and manufacturers, and shows the diversity of the program.”
Some of the NOHFC internship investments include:
– $65,000 for Fabrene Inc to hire a Construction and Maintenance Electrician Apprentice and an Industrial Mechanic Apprentice to maintain plant equipment, grounds and buildings in the highest operating condition.
– $35,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Bay and District Inc to hire a Caseworker to recruit, screen and train volunteer mentors, match mentors to children, establish care plans and provide resources to low-income families.
– $33,700 for Pathway’s Wellness Clinic Inc to hire an Advanced Foot Care Nurse to conduct foot and lower limb assessments, provide foot care treatments, teach clients about preventative and restorative strategies and prepare electronic scheduling and documentation.
