New Government Resource

The Government of Ontario has released a preliminary 10-Year mental health and addictions strategy. This paper, entitled Every Door is the Right Door, is an indepth examination of mental illness and addiction treatments and services in Ontario, with a focus on developing a plan to improve existing services and supports. This publication is an excellent resource for those interested in both the occurence of Mental Illness and Addiction problems in Ontario, as well as information about possible services.

Ontario Government, Summer Job Program

The 2009 Ontario Budget increased funding for the Ontario summer job program by over 57 per cent or $32 million, to help more students find summer work in their communities. Students can apply for a variety of government jobs or for funding to start their own business. Employers may be eligible for a $2 per hour wage subsidy to encourage them to hire summer students. Different types of employment are available. Age range is 15 to 30.
Call Employment Ontario at 1-800-387-5656 or visitwww.ontario.ca/summerjobs to find out more about summer job opportunities.