RAPID RESPONSE TEAMS HELP WORKERS FACING LAYOFFS

Rapid Response Teams are offering one-stop, targeted service solutions for Saskatchewan workers and employers affected by layoffs.

"While Saskatchewan's economy continues to outperform other jurisdictions, we know that we are not immune to the effects of the global economic downturn," Advanced Education, Employment and Labour Minister Rob Norris said. "Our Rapid Response Teams are there to help ensure that employers and workers alike can access the programs, services, benefits and information they need to assist them and their families through difficult times."

Rapid Response Teams are available across the province on short notice. Services include:

• Skills assessment for workers;
• Training plan development for workers;
• Training services for workers; and
• Labour standards advice.

Norris said that employers or workers can obtain information by visiting the ministry website www.aeel.gov.sk.ca or SaskJobs www.saskjobs.ca and clicking on the "Rapid Response Teams" banner.

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For more information, contact:

Lisa Danyluk
Advanced Education, Employment and Labour
Regina
Phone: 306-787-7791
Email: lisa.danyluk@gov.sk.ca