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Filter by: Sort by:	Canada Day and Green Jobs celebrated at Assiniboine Park in Winnipeg July 03, 2019 Type: News What better way to celebrate Canada then by bringing together youth working in green jobs in Canada’s forests, conservation areas and parks. Canada’s size and ecological diversity mean that Green Jobs are plentiful and essential to preserving a sustainable tomorrow for today’s youth. As Canada’s natural environment provides an abundance of opportunities for students and youth to pursue green careers in forest, parks and conservation sectors, there was no better time to celebrate youth employment in these sectors than on… READ MORE Mitigating climate change and boosting a mentee’s confidence in PLT Canada’s Green Mentor program August 22, 2022 Type: News By Jonathan Gichuru Increasing forest cover across the world is among the most cost-effective and efficient ways to mitigate the effects of climate change, which is a threat to a sustainable future. As a young professional, I’m motivated to be involved in bringing new perspectives and thoughts to the table that inspire natural resource conservation and contribute to mitigating climate change and achieving other sustainable development goals (SDGs). But deciding which niche to specialize in can be nerve wracking—especially with… READ MORE ‘Network, network, network’: One youth’s advice after the “Green Jobs are for Everyone” Workshop Series May 10, 2021 Type: News Up to 70% of jobs aren’t posted on job boards, according to this CNBC article. Elina Shahmirian’s advice? “Network, network, network,” she said. “Attend conferences, participate in workshops, reach out to professionals on LinkedIn, learn about your field and the different opportunities. Listen to people who are in the position you want and learn from them.” Webinar: Networking strategies for green sector professionals Online course: Job interviews and networking Article: Reaching out to employers during COVID-19 Shahmirian, from Toronto, Ontario,… READ MORE New Online Resource to Help Educate High School Students About Climate Change & Forests April 19, 2023 Type: News Climate change is one of the biggest global challenges, which is why it’s so important to prepare the next generation of citizens and conservation leaders with the knowledge, skills and motivation to take an active role in working toward a more sustainable future. Canada has committed to climate action, with all provinces and territories recognizing the importance of climate change education in schools. However, a recent survey showed that “only 34% of educators feel they have the knowledge and skills… READ MORE Project Learning Tree Canada celebrates investment in Green Jobs June 05, 2023 Type: News Ottawa, ON — On World Environment Day, Julie Dabrusin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), announced over $30 million to create 960 green jobs and training opportunities over the next two years for youth in the natural resources sectors that have positive environmental outcomes. The green jobs and training opportunities are funded by NRCan’s Science and Technology Internship Program (STIP), part of the Government of Canada’s Youth Employment… READ MORE Page 33 of 82 << First 31 32 33 34 35 >Last >