Housing internships announced

The federal government will spend $2 million over the next two years to provide Aboriginal youth living on reserves and in Inuit communities with work experience and skills development in housing related fields. This initiative is expected to employ 100 youths annually. "This program is an investment in the future for our Aboriginal youth," said Diane Marleau, Minister responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. "CMHC will work in partnership with sponsor organizations to develop housing employment projects to meet specific community needs. It will provide youth, ages 17 to 29, with the valuable work experience and skills development needed for construction, renovation, maintenance or property management jobs," added Marleau.