page 8, January 12, 1977 - North Shore News Applications for two new federal job creation prog- rams, ‘‘Canada Works’’ and “*Young Canada Works’’ are now available at Canada Manpower Centres. . They replace the former LIP program, which runs out this year. Established groups and. organizations including pri- vate businesses which. wish -to develop, sponsor and administer worthwhile proj- ects have until February 4 to submit proposals. ‘“‘Canada . Works is the largest single element of the Federal government’s emp- loyment — strategy.’’ said Minister of Manpower and Immigration, Bud Cullen. ‘‘The main characteristic of ‘this highly regionalized year- round program is that it will fluctuate with the general level of unemployment to counter cyclical, seasonal and regional jobless rates. WORK FOR 61,000 With a national allocation of $200 million in 1977-78, the program will create work _ for some 61,000 participants. Similarly, Young Canada Works, with an appropriation of $30 million, will provide jobs for about 21,000 stud- ents across Canada this -Summer.’’ Louise Robert, provincial job creation manager for the Department of Manpower and Immigration, said the minister is expected to announce B.C.’s share soon. Funds for the two prog- rams will be distributed by constituencies, but with greater emphasis on areas of highest unemployment. $180,000 SUPPORT Applications for the Can- ada Works Program will be accepted twice a year, in February and August. The first cycle will commence April 4 and will provide “_ n unas —— yug wae groups. flexibility for projects to start as late as August 26. In addition, projects. may be interrupted and restarted to coincide with local empioy- ment patterns and unusual conditions. Projects may be funded for up to 52 weeks with maximum federal sup- port of $180,000. Young Canada Works is designed to enable students to obtain experience in the labour market and prepare themselves for their future careers and education. Max- imum federal support is $25,000 for projects which may operate for up to 14 weeks. Projects may com- mence on May 2 and must be completed by September 2. Any established organi- zation, partnership or cor- poration may submit an application. Municipalities and other primarily tax-sup- ported groups are not elig- ible to sponsor projects unless they can establish that the proposed activities will be in addition to their normal on-going activities. Individ- uals may apply, but prefer- ence will be given to eligible $138 WEEKLY Projects must create new jobs that wouid not otherwise be done without funding under these programs. The projects must be non-profit, provide a community benefit, and reflect the needs of the local workforce. Proposals must show that all the required skills are readily available amongst unem- ployed in the area. Canada Works projects must provide a minimum of five continuing fulltime jobs, while Young Canada Works projects must create at least three full-time jobs for six consecutive weeks. The maximum _federai contribution towards wages under Canada Works for B.C. is $138 per week, with ccch For Sale arvtsley In addition to monthly Picture Loan Exhibitions the North Vancouver Community Arts Council exhibits art- works each month in the North Vancouver Civic Cen- i~e. A new art show is now on exhibit in the Civic Centre, . 141 West 14th Street, North - Vancouver, and will remain open to public viewing until February 2. Each month the North Vancouver Community Arts Council presents a new selection of works by local artists—this time paintings by the following: Frank Bennett, who has exhibited with the University of Victoria, the Bau-xi Gallery and participated in the Federation of Canadian Artists shows. Margaret Umbach, who has exhibited in many local art exhibits with the North -Vancouver Community Arts Council and the British Columbia arts and _ crafts exhibitions. She is well. known for her soapstone - carvings, acrylic modelling and glazing. North Vancouver may have a farmer’ market in operation this spring, according to the organizers of the project. Jim Black, who heads the - North Van Chamber of Commerce committee work- - ing to organize the market, says there are five potential Sites adjacent to the Second Narrows Bridge. . He stresses, however, that the initial site chosen would not necessarily be the per- manent location of the market. project managers receiving up to $180. Students partic- ipating in Young Canada Works projecis will receive. an average weekly salary of $120, while managers can earn $156. Shares in Hill Island. Purchase includes a large, deeded waterfront lot plus community ownership in 122 acres, 300’ of wharT, marine (diesel, gas and oil facilities), 3 cabins, chart house, lodge, 3 diesel generators, water supply, year round caretakers, etc. For Deiails: 926-8888 competition. Crymble; Irene Poskett and Pat Keeling. Margaret L. Callaghan, a member of the Kerrisdale Sketch Club and the Feder- ation of Canadian Artists and former member of _ the Western Art Circle. Her~ works are. included in the North Vancouver Picture — Loan exhibitions where last fall she won third prize in the North Vancouver Community Arts Council Picture Loan along with the North Van- couver Community. 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