The New Brunswick government is spending $2.1 million over three years to connect young people with manufacturing jobs. If you are a young person looking for work or an employer needing fresh talent, this new initiative offers a direct path to paid training and employment.

How the Youth in Manufacturing Program Works

According to a recent report from CTV News, the province is launching the Youth in Manufacturing program. The government runs this initiative in partnership with the Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium. Together, they will connect eligible youths with local manufacturers.

The program provides up to 300 young people with paid training and employment opportunities. The consortium helps employers identify entry level roles and recruits young people who meet the eligibility criteria.

Addressing the Labour Shortage

Manufacturing makes up roughly nine per cent of New Brunswick’s annual GDP. The sector faces persistent labour shortages. This new funding aims to solve that problem by building a reliable talent pipeline.

“The manufacturing sector is crucial to our economy and is experiencing persistent labour shortages,” Post Secondary Education and Training Minister Jean Claude D’Amours said in a government release. “Approximately 13,000 job openings are expected between 2025 and 2034. Young people are an essential component for a vibrant province, and good jobs are a great way to keep them here.”

Jean Pierre Giroux is the president of the consortium. He believes this program provides a clear solution for both youth and employers.

“By giving young New Brunswickers meaningful workplace experience, valuable skills and a pathway into good jobs, we are helping reduce youth unemployment while strengthening the talent pipeline our manufacturing sector needs,” Giroux said.

What This Means for Saint John

Saint John relies heavily on industrial and manufacturing sectors. This $2.1 million investment directly benefits our local economy. It gives young residents a reason to stay in the city and build long term careers. Employers get the help they need to fill vacant positions and keep their operations running smoothly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Youth in Manufacturing program?

It is a provincial initiative designed to connect young people in New Brunswick with paid training and jobs in the manufacturing sector.

How much money is the government investing?

The New Brunswick government is spending $2.1 million over three years on this program.

How many jobs will the program create?

The program will provide paid training and employment opportunities for up to 300 young people.

Who is partnering with the government for this initiative?

The province is partnering with the Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium to run the program and recruit eligible youth.