Media Advisory - Minister McKenna to make an announcement in Ottawa on support for Canadian youth facing barriers to employment and schooling Français
GATINEAU, QC, Sept. 10, 2020 /CNW/ - The Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Member of Parliament for Ottawa Centre, the Honourable Catherine McKenna, will announce how the Government of Canada is supporting youth and students in their studies and helping them find and keep good-quality jobs through the recovery of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The announcement is being made on behalf of the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion.
A photo opportunity and media availability will follow the announcement.
Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.
DATE: |
Friday, September 11, 2020 |
TIME: |
1:45 p.m. |
PLACE: |
Carleton University |
Richcraft Hall Front/Quad |
MEDIA INSTRUCTIONS
Call-in details
Media representatives wishing to participate in the teleconference should dial 1-866-805-7923 or 613-960-7518. The access code is 7471775#.
In person
Journalists who want to participate in person must register by emailing [email protected] with their name and media outlet before 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 11, 2020. A map of the location will be provided at that time.
Instructions:
- Arrive between 20 and 30 minutes prior to the announcement.
- Anyone attending the event must not present any symptoms associated with COVID-19 or have been in contact with anyone who has received a positive diagnosis within the last 14 days.
- Attendees will be asked to confirm that they have completed a health screening self-assessment, which will be sent in advance to those registered.
- Please note that wearing a face covering is mandatory.
SOURCE Employment and Social Development Canada
(media only): Marielle Hossack, Press Secretary, Office of the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, 819-654-5552, [email protected]; Media Relations Office, Employment and Social Development Canada, 819-994-5559, [email protected]
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