The Canadore College Foundation is pleased to announce a generous $194,624 donation from TD Bank Group, through the TD Ready Commitment in support of the Resilience Through Education Program (RTEP). This funding, spread over two years, will significantly enhance the College's efforts to bridge the gap between social assistance clients and postsecondary education.
RTEP integrates successful models from previous pilot programs, the Nipissing Poverty Reduction Through Education Program (NPREP) and the Indigenous Poverty Reduction Through Education Program (IPREP), ensuring a culturally inclusive, holistic service delivery model. RTEP is strategically designed to address critical skills gaps and labour shortages in the workforce, equipping participants with the expertise needed to meet current and future employment demands. Each participant will receive personalized support from dedicated mentors and career navigators who will help build individualized education plans, including customized services for transitioning into college and securing employment post graduation. This initiative aims to serve 40 participants.
Kirk Kelusky, Chair of the Canadore College Foundation Board of Directors, expressed his gratitude for TD for their support: "On behalf of the Canadore Foundation board of directors, we are grateful to TD for their generous contribution to the Resilience Through Education Program. Their support will have a profound impact on the lives of participants, helping them to overcome barriers and achieve financial independence, ultimately benefitting our entire community."
TD Bank Group also shared their perspective on the importance of this donation. "We're so proud to support this incredible initiative at Canadore College, which is transforming lives by breaking down barriers for vulnerable groups in our community to access higher education," said Nicole Beaton, Vice President and Region Head for Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Northern Ontario, TD Bank Group. "Through the TD Ready Commitment, our corporate citizenship platform, we're investing in organizations that are focused on rethinking skills development to help nurture a more inclusive economy."
The Canadore College Foundation remains committed to fostering partnerships that enhance educational opportunities and drive positive change within the community. The support from TD ensures the sustainability and expansion of RTEP, enabling more individuals to access the resources and education needed to secure their futures.
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