Ottawa, Ontario — The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today announced a new approach that will enhance how the Government is helping to equip young Canadians with the tools and resources they need to successfully transition into the workforce.

“This new approach is in line with the Government of Canada’s continued commitment to provide youth with the information they need to gain relevant work experience,” said Minister Finley. “Canadian youth have asked for easier and better online access to information and services and our government is responding to those needs.”

Through enhancements to the Government’s main website for youth, youth.gc.ca, the Government is improving the way it does business to better address the needs of today’s youth, including helping them prepare for, find and maintain meaningful employment.

The site will be redesigned to both better meet the needs of today’s youth and provide them with a more interactive experience. Information and resources to help youth with their job search, including tips on writing resumés and cover letters, will now be available at youth.gc.ca year-round, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. A component of the Working in Canada site is also now available to provide youth with direct access to current information about jobs.

These enhancements to youth.gc.ca complement the service framework already in place, from coast to coast to coast, through Service Canada. Like all Canadians, youth can also call 1 800 O-Canada or visit any Service Canada Centre.

In the coming months, additional features will be added to the site to better serve young Canadians. Service Canada will be engaging with key stakeholders in winter 2012 to seek out their views on the continued enhancements to youth.gc.ca .