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New PLT Canada website provides better access to information and toolsJanuary 16, 2020
PLT Canada has rapidly grown since it launched in 2017. We’ve placed over 2,000 youth into green jobs, supported more than 200 employers, and are currently developing whole new programs, like mentorship, career counseling, and environmental education resources. These services deserve a good home – a place where youth, employers, educators and partners can access the information and tools they need quickly and efficiently. So, we redesigned our website and are thrilled to now introduce you to it! We’ve made the navigation more intuitive (hello search box!) and modernized the look. But more importantly, users will discover that it’s now easier to update their profiles, apply to jobs, and submit funding requests. For example, all forms can now be sent to us online! We’ve also created several useful and interesting pages – and will have exciting educational resources coming soon. For example, check out our new mentorship program and green jobs youth spotlights. We believe the new pltcanada.org better reflects our amazing community of youth, employers and partners, and we’re excited for your first visit! Please let us know what you think by emailing David.Folkerson@PLTCanada.org. | RELATED NEWS
SFI and PLT Canada’s Youth Delegate Program Grows Indigenous Forest LeadersWith new support from the Forest Products Association of Canada and Canadian Council of Forest Ministers By Elaina Cox, Indigenous Relations Coordinator, SFI and PLT Canada Since 2023, more than 165 young adults have participated in the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)/Project Learning Tree Canada (PLT Canada) Youth Delegate program—designed to advance young people’s career pathways and leadership development in the forest sector. This May, the program brought together 41 young leaders from communities across Canada and the U.S. for a…
PLT Canada announces renewed green jobs funding to support youth across CanadaOttawa, ON – Project Learning Tree Canada (PLT Canada) is pleased to announce renewed funding for its Green Jobs program, providing support to employers hiring youth aged 15-30 in Canada’s forest and conservation sector. Through continued support from the Government of Canada’s Youth Employment and Skills Strategy and key partners, PLT Canada will deliver both short-term job placements and long-term internships, helping young people gain hands-on experience while building pathways into meaningful green careers. Short-Term Green Jobs, supported with funding from Parks Canada, are positions within the forest, parks, and conservation… |
