The Government of Saskatchewan announced today that it has invested $510,000 in funding for the Workplace Essential Skills Saskatchewan Initiative, to enable approximately 250 workers and job-seekers to build the skills they need for long-term employment and advancement.

With an eye on the future of Saskatchewan's economy, the Saskatchewan Labour Market Commission (SLMC) has submitted its final report - one that will provide a foundation for the provincial Labour Market Strategy.

Arthon Construction Ltd. pled guilty to two charges and was fined a total of $11,200 after violating occupational health and safety legislation that could have prevented a work-related injury.

Record numbers of job seekers from across Canada and around the world are looking to Saskatchewan's strong and steady economy for opportunities.

Saskatchewan Day will be held on Monday, August 3, 2009.  Refer to page 12 of the Rights and Responsibilities booklet for information about calculating payment for Public Holidays, work on a public holiday and overtime during the week in which a public holiday occurs.

"Our government believes in taking steps to protect the health and safety of Saskatchewan people," Advanced Education, Employment and Labour Minister Rob Norris said.

To help workers hit hardest by the global recession, the Government of Canada is investing more than $27 million in Saskatchewan’s employment and training programs under an agreement signed today between the federal and provincial governments.

Aboriginal people will receive skills and employment training leading to long-term jobs in the Saskatoon residential construction industry through a major training investment by the Government of Canada.

People with disabilities will get help preparing for jobs thanks to the Government of Canada’s support for a local employment program.

The new Workplace Smoking Ban takes effect on May 31, 2009.  Know your role and responsibilities whether you are an employer, an employee or self-employed.