Jamaica’s Ministry of Labour and Social Safety has initiated discussions with varied abroad employers taking part within the farm work program in Canada to discover the potential for recruiting Jamaicans with disabilities.
This disclosure was made by the Portfolio Minister, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., throughout an unique interview with JIS Information.
Optimistic conversations with Canadian employers
Minister Charles disclosed that constructive dialogues have already commenced with a number of Canadian employers who’re open to the thought of inviting and accommodating people with disabilities.
He emphasised the significance of figuring out people with each the potential and the precise angle to take part within the farm work program.
Minister’s go to to Canada: Partaking with stakeholders
Charles lately launched into a go to to Canada, the place he engaged with officers and key stakeholders concerned within the farm work program.
Throughout his go to, he had the chance to go to varied farms, offering him with invaluable insights from direct interactions with farmworkers on the bottom.
Moreover, the Minister took time to assessment particular areas beforehand highlighted in experiences, aiming to realize a complete understanding of this system’s present standing.
These interactions have been instrumental in amassing essential suggestions that can play a pivotal function in shaping future strategic instructions to boost and diversify this system.
Enhancements to this system
Following his visits to farms in each Canada and the US, Minister Charles revealed that the Ministry is actively engaged on enhancing varied facets of this system.
Notably, the main focus is on bettering the choice course of and employee orientation to determine people who possess not solely the required bodily abilities but additionally the precise psychological angle and mindset required for the work.
Minister Charles underscored the importance of farm employees as ambassadors of the nation, emphasizing that their efficiency instantly impacts future alternatives for others.
He emphasised ongoing collaboration with employers, Canadian and US companions, in addition to native stakeholders to make sure this system’s energy and robustness.
The purpose is to ensure that working requirements and dwelling situations for Jamaican employees meet the specified requirements.
